Christopher House

Nursing Home
Overview of Christopher House

Christopher House is a remarkable rehabilitation and skilled nursing center located in Worcester, Massachusetts. This nonprofit organization has been serving the community since 1995 and is a member of the Massachusetts Senior Care Association. They are Joint Commission certified as well. They strive to provide the best post-hospital rehabilitation needs. Their delightful and well-lit environment is conducive to healing and recovery, with clinical services such as neurological management, IV therapy, pain management, comprehensive therapies, and respiratory therapy for long-term care. They also offer specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care with high standards of care. Their staff is specifically trained to handle the unique needs of memory care patients. 

The home has a beautiful and highly secure environment, complete with a lush courtyard, where residents can enjoy a variety of activities that maximize their physical and cognitive abilities. These activities also provide ample avenues for social interaction, which are safe and supervised. They also offer Bible studies and other spiritual services to meet the diverse needs of their residents. Most importantly, their caring and compassionate staff make it their mission to provide meaningful and enjoyable interactions with their residents.

Managed by Karina Valencia

Administrator

Karina Valencia is the Administrator at Christopher House, overseeing daily operations and specializing in the care of vulnerable populations. She joined the team in 2013 and has since expanded her experience and expertise, ensuring a supportive and home-like environment for residents with medical needs, developmental disabilities, and behavioral challenges.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Massachusetts average: 2.9/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3/5
Massachusetts average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Massachusetts average: 3.0/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5
Massachusetts average: 3.2/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
4h 22m per day

This home provides 11% more nursing time per resident than the state average.

Massachusetts average: 3h 56m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 150

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Massachusetts average
Occupancy rate 92.8%
Residents per day (avg) 143
Occupancy rate
92.8%
Residents per day (avg)
143

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

40% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 25 days

Private pay

58% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$26.6M
Surplus of revenue
$129.2K
Voluntary non-profit home Other
Home revenue
$26,612,456.00
Surplus of revenue
$129,172.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$9.9M
37.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.5M
Total costs $26.5M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Gourmet dining
wellness programs
social and recreational activities
transportation services

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Care Options, Service & Amenities, Medication Management, Activities, Family Resources, Blogs, Contact Us, Career, Map & Directions, Reviews, Pay Online
Operating Hours
24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Dining is an experience to savor with diverse, gourmet menus that cater to every taste and dietary requirement.
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Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

Age 60+, Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

~$1,500/month (individual, varies by region).

$2,000 (individual, excludes home, car).

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

Frail Elder Waiver

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+, Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Age 65+, Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Age 65+ or disabled, Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Age 65+ or disabled, Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).

No strict limit; copays vary by income (~$24,980-$75,000/year individual).

Not assessed.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Massachusetts SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand statewide.

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