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.
Christopher House
Nursing Home · Worcester, MA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Christopher House
Nursing Home · Worcester, MA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Christopher House accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
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.
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
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 14th out of 58 homes in Massachusetts.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 14th out of 58 homes in Massachusetts.Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 22m per day
Rank #14 / 58Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 58 homes in Massachusetts.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Massachusetts average, with a ranking across 58 Massachusetts SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
vs Massachusetts avg
+11%
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 45m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
92.8%
Rank #10 / 59Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 59 homes in Massachusetts.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Massachusetts average, with its statewide rank out of 59. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
130 days
Occupancy rate
92.8%
Rank #10 / 59Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 59 homes in Massachusetts.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Massachusetts average, with its statewide rank out of 59. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
130 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
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 community
Home revenue
$26.6M
Surplus of revenue
$129.2K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$26.6M Rank #15 / 60Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 60 homes in Massachusetts.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Massachusetts SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Surplus of revenue
$129.2K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #18 / 60Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th out of 60 homes in Massachusetts.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Massachusetts average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$13.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #18 / 60Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th out of 60 homes in Massachusetts.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Massachusetts average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$13.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$26.5M
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #24 / 55Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 55 homes in Massachusetts.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Massachusetts SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Accept Medicaid
24-Hour Staffing
Gourmet Dining
Wellness Programs
Social And Recreational Activities
Transportation Services
Specific ProgramsService & Amenities, Career, Reviews, Pay Online
Operating Hours24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Food DescriptionDining is an experience to savor with diverse, gourmet menus that cater to every taste and dietary requirement.
Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Massachusetts
Christopher House is located in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Massachusetts.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Christopher House
Is Christopher House in a walkable area?
Christopher House has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the occupancy rate at Christopher House?
Christopher House's occupancy is 92.8%.
Are there photos of Christopher House?
Yes — there are 2 photos of Christopher House in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Christopher House?
(512) 342-4700 will put you in contact with the team at Christopher House.
Is Christopher House Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Christopher House is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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