The Briarwood Community
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Worcester, MA
The Briarwood Community
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Worcester, MA
Overview of The Briarwood Community
The Briarwood Community is a multi-level senior living community at 65 Briarwood Circle in the peaceful woods area of Worcester, Massachusetts. It offers an array of living options to suit different needs and preferences: independent cottages, independent apartments, and assisted apartments across its independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs.
The home highlights fostering close-knit, supportive connections among occupants. A standout feature is the cutting-edge wellness center, which has an updated pool, sauna, and various fitness classes tailored to keep residents active and engaged. The dining program offers quality meals served in a comfortable setting that promotes social interaction. The Briarwood Community offers activities tailored to different lifestyles, ensuring there’s always something for occupants to enjoy, whether they prefer socializing, staying active, or pursuing hobbies and personal interests. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 9, indicating it’s car-dependent. Most errands and outings then require a vehicle.
Residents and families can contact the community directly for more information or to arrange a tour.
Walk Score: 9 / 100 Rank #473 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 473rd out of 490 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
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Pets Allowed
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4.2 miles from city center
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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
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Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
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Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
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This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
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CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
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CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
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CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
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CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
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Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
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Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
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Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
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Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
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Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
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Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
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Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
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Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
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Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
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The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
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What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Massachusetts average is: 66.2% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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| The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran | NH AL MC PC RESC RC SNF | Worcester (Central Business District) | 150
Facility
150
MA AVG
94
Rank
#29 / 276 |
66.5%
Facility
66.5%
MA AVG
80.2
Rank
#68 / 79 | -17% | 4.38
Facility
4.38
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#16 / 83 | -19% | +12% | $0
Facility
$0
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#1 / 86 | 11
Facility
11
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#9 / 85 | 5.5
Facility
5.5
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#36 / 85 | 1 | 100 | - |
88
Facility
88
MA AVG
53
Rank
#63 / 490 | Frederic Jenoure | $16.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$16.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MA AVG
$15.2M
Rank
#31 / 82 | $10.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$10.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MA AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#30 / 82 | 62.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
62.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
MA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#40 / 82 | 225379 | ||||
| Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | NH RC SNF | Worcester (Indian Lake East) | 113
Facility
113
MA AVG
94
Rank
#74 / 276 |
92.8%
Facility
92.8%
MA AVG
80.2
Rank
#21 / 79 | +16% | 4.16
Facility
4.16
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#21 / 83 | -44% | +6% | $0
Facility
$0
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#1 / 86 | 10
Facility
10
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#8 / 85 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#9 / 85 | 2 | 105 | - |
59
Facility
59
MA AVG
53
Rank
#218 / 490 | Nicholas Apostola | $12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$15.2M
Rank
#50 / 82 | $9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#36 / 82 | 75%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
75%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#11 / 82 | 225648 | ||||
| Notre Dame du Lac | NH AL HOS MC PC RC SNF | Worcester | 110
Facility
110
MA AVG
94
Rank
#80 / 276 | - | - | 3.88
Facility
3.88
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#34 / 83 | -5% | -1% | $0
Facility
$0
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#1 / 86 | 16
Facility
16
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#21 / 85 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#16 / 85 | - | 120 | - |
13
Facility
13
MA AVG
53
Rank
#446 / 490 | Ellen Agritelley | $16.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$16.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$15.2M
Rank
#33 / 82 | $12.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$12.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#19 / 82 | 77.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
77.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#10 / 82 | 225577 | ||||
| The Jewish Healthcare Center | NH AL HC HOS SNF | Worcester (West Tatnuck) | 141
Facility
141
MA AVG
94
Rank
#37 / 276 |
93.9%
Facility
93.9%
MA AVG
80.2
Rank
#9 / 79 | +17% | 0.03 | -31% | -99% | $10.5k
Facility
$10.5k
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#56 / 86 | 23
Facility
23
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#33 / 85 | 4.6
Facility
4.6
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#24 / 85 | 3 | 132 | - |
12
Facility
12
MA AVG
53
Rank
#452 / 490 | Jay Aframe | $19.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$19.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$15.2M
Rank
#18 / 82 | $17.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$17.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#5 / 82 | 91.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
91.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#5 / 82 | 225173 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Briarwood Community
Is The Briarwood Community in a walkable area?
The Briarwood Community has a walk score of 9. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Are pets allowed at The Briarwood Community?
Yes, The Briarwood Community allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of The Briarwood Community?
Yes — there are 4 photos of The Briarwood Community in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Briarwood Community?
The Briarwood Community is located at 65 Briarwood Cir, Worcester, MA 01606.
What is the phone number of The Briarwood Community?
(508) 852-2670 will put you in contact with the team at The Briarwood Community.
Is The Briarwood Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?
The Briarwood Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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