Ellen Rice Rest Home
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Springfield, MA

Ellen Rice Rest Home

Assisted Living & Residential Care · Springfield, MA

Overview of Ellen Rice Rest Home

With a remarkable legacy spanning 60 years, the esteemed Ellen Rice Rest Home has been an unwavering pillar of the Springfield community. Their dedicated staff possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise, delivering unparalleled services such as meticulous medication management and administration. The home is graced by the presence of certified nutritionists and registered nurses, equipped to conduct comprehensive assessments and provide attentive care tailored to individual needs.
The home embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds with open arms. Their team is a tapestry of multilingual professionals, representing a rich tapestry of cultures including Puerto Rican, Indian, and European descent, and fluent in languages such as Spanish and more. In line with their commitment to excellence, Ellen Rice Rest Home operates under the revered license of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. This esteemed accreditation serves as a testament to their unwavering dedication to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety in providing compassionate care to those who call this cherished establishment their home.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #73 / 244Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 73rd out of 244 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
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About this community

License Details

State License TypesLicensed with the State of Massachusetts DPH

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesZero tolerance policy for non-prescribed substance use, fire hazards, violence

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Visitor PolicyVisitors are subject to health and safety policies
Admission CriteriaMust meet criteria for supervised housing in a rest home

Amenities & Lifestyle

Laundry
Activities
Transportation
Multicultural Environment
Operating Hours24/7

Contact Ellen Rice Rest Home

Managed by Michael Joseph

Administrator

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Springfield's city center to Ellen Rice Rest Home's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.29 miles to nearest hospital (Mercy Medical Center)

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Compare Assisted Living around Springfield

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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
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.
Heritage Woods
AL
MC
RC
Agawam
109
Facility 109
MA AVG 81
Rank #26 / 176
Yes18
21
Facility 21
MA AVG 45
Rank #186 / 244
Traditional (91), Special Care (18)
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #21 / 153
NoNo
The Wellington at Springfield
AL
IL
MC
RC
Springfield (Pine Point)
91
Facility 91
MA AVG 81
Rank #56 / 176
No18
32
Facility 32
MA AVG 45
Rank #150 / 244
Traditional (73), Special Care (18)
20
Facility 20
MA AVG 22
Rank #97 / 153
YesNo
Mason Wright
AL
IL
MC
Springfield (Six Corners)
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 81
Rank #58 / 176
No23
82
Facility 82
MA AVG 45
Rank #32 / 244
Traditional (67), Special Care (23)
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #21 / 153
YesNo
Ruth‘s House
AL
MC
RC
Longmeadow
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 81
Rank #120 / 176
No22
20
Facility 20
MA AVG 45
Rank #192 / 244
Traditional (42), Special Care (22)
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 22
Rank #47 / 153
NoYes
Ellen Rice Rest Home
AL
RESC
Springfield (Forest Park)-No-
60
Facility 60
MA AVG 45
Rank #73 / 244
--No-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Ellen Rice Rest Home is located in Springfield, 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 Ellen Rice Rest Home

What neighborhood is Ellen Rice Rest Home in?

Ellen Rice Rest Home is in the Forest Park neighborhood of Springfield.

Is Ellen Rice Rest Home in a walkable area?

Ellen Rice Rest Home has a walk score of 60. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Ellen Rice Rest Home?

No, Ellen Rice Rest Home has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Ellen Rice Rest Home?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Ellen Rice Rest Home in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Ellen Rice Rest Home provide?

Ellen Rice Rest Home offers Assisted Living & Residential Care.

What is the address of Ellen Rice Rest Home?

Ellen Rice Rest Home is located at 38 Warner St, Springfield, MA 01108.

What is the phone number of Ellen Rice Rest Home?

(413) 733-7162 will put you in contact with the team at Ellen Rice Rest Home.

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