Merrimack Valley Apartments
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Methuen, MA

Merrimack Valley Apartments

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Methuen, MA

Overview of Merrimack Valley Apartments

Experience a blissful retirement at Merrimack Valley Apartments, a distinguished community set in the thriving neighborhood of Methuen, MA, offering independent living. Designed for those 62+, the community has a variety of cozy one-bedroom floor plans that aim to keep them comfortable and safe. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free living with round-the-clock emergency maintenance, management, and laundry spaces.

A carefully planned calendar of fun activities and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delightful restaurants, shopping, and other leisure sites are also accessible, especially with major highways and public transportation nearby. Pets are also welcome, as long as they comply with community policy. The community’s vibrant and inviting environment accompanies residents to help them flourish in their golden years.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 48 / 100 Rank #269 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 269th out of 498 homes in Massachusetts for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesEmergency pull cords

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaIncome qualifications and rent restrictions may apply.
Minimum Age62+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
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Activities
Specific ProgramsResident service programs and activities
Touring HoursMonday 08:00-16:30; Tuesday 08:00-16:30; Wednesday 08:00-16:30; Thursday 08:00-16:30; Friday 08:00-16:30; Saturday 00:00-00:00; Sunday 00:00-00:00

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 480 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Exercise Programs

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Parking Available

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Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Methuen's city center to Merrimack Valley Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Merrimack Valley Apartments
AL
IL
Methuen (Cook's Corner)-Yes
48
Facility 48
MA AVG 53
Rank #269 / 498
1 BedNo
The Woods at Merrimack
AL
IL
MC
RC
Methuen (Tozier Corner)-Yes
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 53
Rank #369 / 498
1 Bed / 2 BedNo

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Merrimack Valley Apartments is located in Methuen, Massachusetts.
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Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

Age 60+
General Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month individual, varies by region
Asset Limits $2,000 individual, excludes home, car
MA

Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Homemaker services Respite care (up to 14 days/year) Adult day care (~$75/day)

Frail Elder Waiver

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MA

Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$75/day) Home health services

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
MA

Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite (240 hours/year) Adult

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MA

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MA

27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; copays vary by income ~$24,980-$75,000/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MA

Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Benefits
Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug) Fills coverage gaps Catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MA

High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Merrimack Valley Apartments

What neighborhood is Merrimack Valley Apartments in?

Merrimack Valley Apartments is in the Cook's Corner neighborhood.

Is Merrimack Valley Apartments in a walkable area?

Merrimack Valley Apartments has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Does Merrimack Valley Apartments have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Merrimack Valley Apartments on this page.

Are pets allowed at Merrimack Valley Apartments?

Yes, Merrimack Valley Apartments allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Merrimack Valley Apartments?

Yes — there are 14 photos of Merrimack Valley Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Merrimack Valley Apartments?

Merrimack Valley Apartments is located at 20 Calumet Rd, Methuen, MA 01844.

What is the phone number of Merrimack Valley Apartments?

(978) 686-9334 will put you in contact with the team at Merrimack Valley Apartments.

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