Ruth‘s House
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Longmeadow, MA
Ruth‘s House
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Longmeadow, MA
Ruth’s House has been part of Longmeadow, Massachusetts since 1998. Twenty-eight years in the same spot, with Gina Lucchese now running things as Executive Director. The 64-bed community sits on a larger care campus, with a nursing home co-located nearby, but Ruth’s House itself is licensed separately, focused on assisted living, memory care, and respite care.
It’s car-dependent here; the Walk Score lands at 20, so plan to drive for most things. Of the 64 beds, 22 are set aside specifically for memory care, which is a real chunk of the building, not a token wing tacked onto a standard assisted living floor plan. The eligibility for residency starts at age 62.
Medical coverage is built in daily: a doctor on staff, licensed nurses and CNAs, 24-hour staffing, and an Emergency Pendant Response System for residents who need help fast. Beyond the clinical side, activities lean specific rather than generic: pet therapy, therapeutic yoga, and walking trails show up here, not just a vague mention of “recreational activities.”
Kosher dining, served restaurant-style, sits alongside a full-service salon with spa and bath access, and an on-site primary care physician means some appointments never require leaving the building. Daily enrichment programming fills out the schedule. Traditional assisted living starts at $6,600 a month.
What Ruth’s House is a long-running, mid-size community split between standard assisted living and a substantial memory care wing, built for families who want daily medical oversight without giving up a more residential, comfort-focused way of living.
64-bed community Rank #200 / 280Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 200th out of 280 homes in Massachusetts. 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.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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
28 years in operation Rank #56 / 180Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th out of 180 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 20 / 100 Rank #419 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 419th out of 499 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
About this community
Year Opened1998
Nonprofit OwnershipYes
Traditional
42 units
Special Care
22 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
Total beds
64 units
Emergency SystemsEmergency Pendant Response System available.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Co-located with Nursing Home
Memory Support Assisted Living
Fax(413) 567-6212
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Minimum Age62
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Primary Care Physician On-Site
Daily Life Enrichment Programming
Outdoor Patios And Porches
Restaurant Style Kosher Dining
Self-Service Country Kitchen
Weekly Housekeeping And Laundry Services
24-Hour Dedicated Staff On-Site
Fireplace Living Room
Library
Gym
Game And Movie Rooms
And Outside Gardens
Private Dining Room And Family Kitchen
Weekly Outings
Shopping
And Restaurant Trips
Religious Services
Respite Short Stays
Transitional Furniture Available
Full Service Salon
Spa And Bath
Religious Services
Traditional Assisted Living starting at$6,600 per month
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2.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Longmeadow's city center to Ruth‘s House's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.09 miles to nearest hospital (Mercy Medical Center)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ruth‘s House
Is Ruth‘s House in a walkable area?
Ruth‘s House has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
How long has Ruth‘s House been in business?
According to the BBB and MA state health department records, Ruth‘s House has been operating for approximately 28 years.
Does Ruth‘s House operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Ruth‘s House is registered as a non-profit in MA.
How many beds does Ruth‘s House have?
Ruth‘s House has 64 beds.
Are there photos of Ruth‘s House?
Yes — there are 7 photos of Ruth‘s House in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Ruth‘s House?
Ruth‘s House is located at 780 Converse St, Longmeadow, MA 01106.
What is the phone number of Ruth‘s House?
(413) 567-6212 will put you in contact with the team at Ruth‘s House.
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