Christopher Heights of Worcester

Overview of Christopher Heights of Worcester

Nestled atop the serene Belmont Hill, Christopher Heights of Worcester offers seniors a warm and inviting atmosphere where they can lead a fulfilling life. It is equipped with a range of top-notch amenities to cater to the varying needs of seniors, including an on-site salon, delectable chef-prepared meals, a cozy library, high-speed internet, group transportation to events, and picturesque gardening spaces that allow residents to savor nature’s beauty.

Its private apartments are also designed to give residents utmost comfort and privacy. The caring and dedicated staff takes care of medication management, housekeeping, linen services, snow, and ice removal, enabling seniors to enjoy their golden years stress-free. Moreover, the community believes in providing a well-rounded experience for its residents and offers a host of enrichment programs, such as fitness classes, cultural events, and educational workshops. All of which help seniors stay active and engaged, leading to a healthier and more fulfilling lifestyle.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
26
Bed community size
80-bed community Rank #156 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 156th out of 276 homes we track in Massachusetts for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
29 years in operation Rank #27 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 27th out of 181 homes we track 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.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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 30 / 100 Rank #357 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 357th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
33%
Rank #77 / 79Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th out of 79 homes we track in Massachusetts for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Massachusetts average, with its Statewide rank out of 79. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Lower than the Massachusetts average: 71.7%
Occupied beds
26 / 80
Average occupied beds in Massachusetts homes 97 beds

License Details

Year Opened1997

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipYes

Type Of Units

Traditional
80 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.
Yes
Total beds
80 units

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Fax(508) 792-3156
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities

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Inspection History

In Massachusetts, the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) are the agencies authorized to inspect and report on facility safety.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 22 citations 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Massachusetts state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Massachusetts state average
Overall vs. MA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Massachusetts average:
• Total citations (57% above)
• Citations per inspection (686% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMA Averagevs. MA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2214 This facility has 57% more total citations than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (22 vs. MA avg 14).↑ 57% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 5.50.7 This facility has 686% more citations per inspection than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (5.5 vs. MA avg 0.7).↑ 686% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMA Averagevs. MA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 421 This facility has had 81% fewer total inspections than the Massachusetts average (4 vs. MA avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 81% fewer

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Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Worcester's city center to Christopher Heights of Worcester's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Worcester

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

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

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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran
AL
MC
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Worcester (Central Business District)
150
Facility 150
MA AVG 94
Rank #29 / 276
Yes-
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 53
Rank #63 / 490
---No-
The Jewish Healthcare Center
AL
HC
HOS
NH
SNF
Worcester (West Tatnuck)
141
Facility 141
MA AVG 94
Rank #37 / 276
No-
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 53
Rank #452 / 490
---No-
Notre Dame du Lac
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Worcester
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 94
Rank #80 / 276
No24
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 53
Rank #446 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 22
Rank #78 / 181
-YesNo
Christopher Heights of Worcester
AL
Worcester
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 94
Rank #156 / 276
No-
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 53
Rank #357 / 490
Traditional (80)
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
-YesNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings
AL
MC
RC
Leominster
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 94
Rank #204 / 276
Yes17
35
Facility 35
MA AVG 53
Rank #332 / 490
Studio
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
C-YesNo

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Christopher Heights of Worcester is located in Worcester, 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 Christopher Heights of Worcester

Is Christopher Heights of Worcester in a walkable area?

Christopher Heights of Worcester has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Christopher Heights of Worcester?

Christopher Heights of Worcester's occupancy is 33%.

How long has Christopher Heights of Worcester been in business?

Christopher Heights of Worcester has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Christopher Heights of Worcester?

No, Christopher Heights of Worcester has a no-pet policy.

Does Christopher Heights of Worcester operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Christopher Heights of Worcester is registered as a non-profit in MA.

How many beds does Christopher Heights of Worcester have?

Christopher Heights of Worcester has 80 beds.

Has Christopher Heights of Worcester had any citations?

Christopher Heights of Worcester has had 22 reported citations since 2023 according to records from Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE).

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