The Wellington at Springfield
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Springfield, MA

The Wellington at Springfield

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Springfield, MA

Overview of The Wellington at Springfield

A 91-bed residential community at 942 Grayson Drive in Springfield, Massachusetts, is The Wellington at Springfield. Operating for roughly two decades, it offers assisted living services in a somewhat walkable neighborhood where a few nearby services are reachable on foot, but most errands require transportation.

As a standalone community not co-located with a nursing home, The Wellington at Springfield provides daily residential support for older adults needing help with daily activities while valuing independence. The facility’s two-decade presence in the community denotes stable operations and a commitment to senior living in Springfield. The neighborhood setting offers a calmer residential environment versus more bustling commercial districts.

It’s recommended that families considering The Wellington at Springfield visit in person to get a feel for the home, tour available living spaces, and learn about daily activities and dining options. To make the best decision for your dearest one’s needs, more detailed information regarding specific amenities, activities, services, staffing, pricing, and care programs must be obtained directly from the community.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 91 Rank #123 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 123rd 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #108 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th 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.
20 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #348 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 348th 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.
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About this community

License Details

Year Opened2006

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
73 units
Special Care
18 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
91 units

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Fax(413) 426-9651
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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Address 3.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Springfield's city center to The Wellington at Springfield's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. 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. 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 94
Rank #84 / 276
Yes18
21
Facility 21
MA AVG 53
Rank #409 / 490
Traditional (91), Special Care (18)
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
NoNo
River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls
AL
MC
RC
Chicopee
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 94
Rank #110 / 276
No22
67
Facility 67
MA AVG 53
Rank #184 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-NoNo
The Wellington at Springfield
AL
IL
MC
RC
Springfield (Pine Point)
91
Facility 91
MA AVG 94
Rank #123 / 276
No18
32
Facility 32
MA AVG 53
Rank #348 / 490
Traditional (73), Special Care (18)
20
Facility 20
MA AVG 22
Rank #108 / 181
YesNo
Mason Wright
AL
IL
MC
Springfield (Six Corners)
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 94
Rank #125 / 276
No23
82
Facility 82
MA AVG 53
Rank #107 / 490
Traditional (67), Special Care (23)
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
YesNo
Ruth‘s House
AL
MC
RC
Longmeadow
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 94
Rank #198 / 276
No22
20
Facility 20
MA AVG 53
Rank #416 / 490
Traditional (42), Special Care (22)
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 22
Rank #55 / 181
NoYes

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

The Wellington at Springfield is located in Springfield, 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 The Wellington at Springfield

What neighborhood is The Wellington at Springfield in?

The Wellington at Springfield is in the Pine Point neighborhood of Springfield.

Is The Wellington at Springfield in a walkable area?

The Wellington at Springfield has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has The Wellington at Springfield been in business?

The Wellington at Springfield has been operating for approximately 20 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Wellington at Springfield?

No, The Wellington at Springfield has a no-pet policy.

Does The Wellington at Springfield operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Wellington at Springfield is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does The Wellington at Springfield have?

The Wellington at Springfield has 91 beds.

Are there photos of The Wellington at Springfield?

Yes — there are 4 photos of The Wellington at Springfield in the photo gallery on this page.

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