Benchmark Senior Living
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Shrewsbury, MA

Benchmark Senior Living

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Shrewsbury, MA

Overview of Benchmark Senior Living

Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings is a comprehensive senior living community in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, a brief drive from Worcester. It operates a full care continuum: nursing home services, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care options under one roof. Operating for 27 years, the home brings experience in senior care to Worcester.

With modern aesthetics throughout, the campus features a visually striking open-concept design. Residents enjoy beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor patios that provide peaceful, calming spaces for relaxation and reflection. The car-dependent setting has a Walk Score of 11, so most errands and outings require transportation, though the community supplies transportation services for residents’ convenience. Dining is a daily life highlight. The kitchen prepares seasonal menus from scratch, and the facility offers diverse dining options tailored to individual dietary needs, ensuring residents can eat meals according to their preferences and requirements. The pet-friendly community lets residents keep their companions close. Meanwhile, the roster of amenities and services is substantial. Residents can access a resident art gallery and an on-site hair salon. The facility handles housekeeping and laundry services, so occupants don’t need to manage such tasks. An active calendar of local events gives residents opportunities to engage with their community. Grounds keeping is maintained by the community, creating a well-kept, pleasant environment. Leadership here includes Sandy Leach. The community offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans to suit different needs and preferences.

For families exploring choices, touring the facility lets you see the open-concept spaces, tour a sample floor plan, learn about the full range of services, and discuss care options, pricing, and availability.

Years in operation
27 years in operation Rank #62 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 181 homes in Massachusetts for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Longer operating histories may 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 11 / 100 Rank #466 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 466th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Type Of Units

Low Income Rooms Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility. No

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Sandy Leach (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Benchmark Senior Living

1 Bedroom
Studio
1 Bedroom

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Address 0.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Shrewsbury's city center to Benchmark Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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MC
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
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150
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MA AVG 94
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68.0%
Facility 68.0%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #64 / 81
-13%
4.28
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11
Facility 11
MA AVG 32.7
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5.5
Facility 5.5
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88
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Facility $10.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MA AVG $6.5M
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62.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
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MA AVG 43.6%
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NH
RC
SNF
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113
Facility 113
MA AVG 94
Rank #74 / 276
89.8%
Facility 89.8%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #28 / 81
+15%
3.97
Facility 3.97
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #34 / 86
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$0
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MA AVG $76.6k
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10
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MA AVG 32.7
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3.3
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59
Facility 59
MA AVG 53
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Nicholas Apostola
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MA AVG $17.4M
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$9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
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75%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 75%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 43.6%
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The Jewish Healthcare Center
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AL
HC
HOS
SNF
Worcester (West Tatnuck)
141
Facility 141
MA AVG 94
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93.5%
Facility 93.5%
MA AVG 78.3
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4.47
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MA AVG 3.93
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23
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4.6
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MA AVG 7.2
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12
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$17.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
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MA AVG 43.6%
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AL
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Worcester (Booth Apartments Area)
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 94
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4.14
Facility 4.14
MA AVG 3.93
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$0
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16
Facility 16
MA AVG 32.7
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4.0
Facility 4.0
MA AVG 7.2
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13
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MA AVG 53
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77.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Massachusetts

Benchmark Senior Living is located in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Benchmark Senior Living

Is Benchmark Senior Living in a walkable area?

Benchmark Senior Living has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Benchmark Senior Living been in business?

Benchmark Senior Living has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Benchmark Senior Living?

Yes, Benchmark Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Benchmark Senior Living?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Benchmark Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Benchmark Senior Living?

Benchmark Senior Living is located at 311 Main St, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.

What is the phone number of Benchmark Senior Living?

(888) 492-9583 will put you in contact with the team at Benchmark Senior Living.

Is Benchmark Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Benchmark Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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