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Best Assisted Living in Worcester, MA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 19 assisted living communities in Worcester, MA using Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in MA
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Avg Monthly Cost: $8,271The average monthly cost across facilities in Worcester, MA. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 38/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Worcester, MA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 89The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Worcester, MA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.

Eisenberg Assisted Living Residence
AL
MC
Worcester (West Tatnuck)
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 94
Rank #157 / 280
Yes19
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 53
Rank #486 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 24
Rank #82 / 180
NoNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings
AL
MC
RC
Leominster
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 94
Rank #206 / 280
Yes17
35
Facility 35
MA AVG 53
Rank #335 / 499
Studio
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #56 / 180
YesNo
Christopher Heights of Worcester
AL
NH
Worcester (Biotech Park Area)
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 94
Rank #157 / 280
No-
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 53
Rank #360 / 499
Traditional (80)
35
Facility 35
MA AVG 24
Rank #20 / 180
YesNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings
AL
MC
RC
Shrewsbury
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 94
Rank #206 / 280
Yes17
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 53
Rank #467 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #56 / 180
YesNo
Atria Draper Place
AL
IL
MC
Hopedale
68
Facility 68
MA AVG 94
Rank #195 / 280
Yes18
47
Facility 47
MA AVG 53
Rank #276 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 24
Rank #82 / 180
NoNo
Notre Dame du Lac
AL
HC
MC
NC
NH
PC
RC
Worcester (Booth Apartments Area)
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 94
Rank #80 / 280
No24
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 53
Rank #450 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 24
Rank #93 / 180
YesNo
The Jewish Healthcare Center
AL
HC
NC
NH
Worcester (West Tatnuck)
141
Facility 141
MA AVG 94
Rank #37 / 280
No-
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 53
Rank #456 / 499
--No-
Benchmark Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
Shrewsbury
-No-
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 53
Rank #467 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 24
Rank #82 / 180
No-
Tatnuck Park at Worcester
AL
MC
RC
Worcester (Newton Square)
-Yes-
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 53
Rank #360 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-No-
The Briarwood Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
Worcester (Briarwood Retirement Community)
-Yes-
9
Facility 9
MA AVG 53
Rank #477 / 499
--No-
The Oasis at Dodge Park
AL
MC
Worcester (North Lincoln Street)
-No-
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 53
Rank #198 / 499
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-No-
The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran
AL
MC
NH
PC
RC
Worcester (Central Business District)
150
Facility 150
MA AVG 94
Rank #29 / 280
Yes-
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 53
Rank #63 / 499
--No-
Hampton Suites at Shrewsbury
AL
NH
Shrewsbury
99
Facility 99
MA AVG 94
Rank #101 / 280
Yes-
21
Facility 21
MA AVG 53
Rank #412 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-No-
Dodge Park Rest Home
AL
ADC
MC
NC
RC
Worcester (North Lincoln Street)
-No-
60
Facility 60
MA AVG 53
Rank #215 / 499
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-No-
Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living
AL
ADC
HC
NH
RC
Milford
42
Facility 42
MA AVG 94
Rank #256 / 280
No19
85
Facility 85
MA AVG 53
Rank #92 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 24
Rank #153 / 180
NoNo
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Overview of Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings

Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings boasts a visually stunning open-concept design, with modern aesthetics that immediately catch the eye. This remarkable assisted living and memory care facility is ideally located within a short drive from Worcester, boasting picturesque surroundings, thanks to beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor patios that imbue the space with a calming, peaceful ambiance.

Their residents can take part in an eclectic mix of local events and relish in chef-prepared seasonal menus and diverse dining options catering to their individual dietary needs. With a resident art gallery, hair salon, and pet-friendly environment, there’s always something to do and see. On top of that, residents enjoy the convenience of housekeeping and laundry services, transportation, and grounds keeping.

Contact Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings

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.

Contact Christopher Heights of Worcester

Overview of Eisenberg Assisted Living Residence

Eisenberg Assisted Living prioritizes flexibility and resident choice. The community is cost-effective, so residents can enjoy all the benefits of their services without worrying about impracticality. They offer a range of living options, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, all of which come with kitchenette areas. Additionally, they have a “keepsake neighborhood” for memory care residents, which allows them to keep a sense of familiarity and comfort without compromising their safety.

This home also knows that everyone has their style, which is why they offer a variety of different house styles to choose from. Moreover, customized care is crucial to promoting overall well-being, which is why they provide services like housekeeping and laundry, transportation, and an emergency response system. Their interactive calendar of events lets residents choose which activities and events they want to participate in, ensuring that they can always stay engaged and entertained.

Contact Eisenberg Assisted Living Residence

Overview of Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings

Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings boasts a visually stunning open-concept design, with modern aesthetics that immediately catch the eye. This remarkable assisted living and memory care unit is ideally located within a short drive from Worcester, boasting picturesque surroundings, thanks to beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor patios that imbue the space with a calming, peaceful ambiance.

Their residents can take part in an eclectic mix of local events and relish in chef-prepared seasonal menus and diverse dining options catering to their individual dietary needs. With a resident art gallery, hair salon, and pet-friendly environment, there’s always something to do and see. On top of that, residents enjoy the convenience of housekeeping and laundry services, transportation, and grounds keeping.

Contact Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings

Overview of Atria Draper Place

Indulge in the coziness of Atria Draper Place, a bright and welcoming senior living community located at Hopedale Street, Hopedale, MA, providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Focusing on the seniors’ wellness, the community features carefully designed floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments with individual thermostat controls, kitchenettes, walk-in closets, and housekeeping services. The community forges meaningful connections with trusted partners to ensure that seniors receive better care plans.

Atria Draper Place fosters a vibrant environment, conducting fun activities and enrichment programs. The community ensures a maintenance-free lifestyle, providing care and assistance around the clock. Catering to its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves three chef-prepared healthy meals daily alongside different meal options including vegetarian meals. The pet-friendly community includes a library, a wellness center, a salon, an outdoor dining space and grill, and an onsite physician office space for the seniors’ convenience and leisure.

Contact Atria Draper Place

Notre Dame du Lac

555 Plantation St, Worcester, Ma 01605, Usa
Overview of Notre Dame Du Lac

Notre Dame Du Lac maintains a level of faith-based and professional service. The senior living community offers service for assisted living and nursing home care options for residents who are equally given the same amount of dignified and respected service. Notre Dame Du Lac creates an environment where residents continuously still grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that ensures maximizing each and everyone’s quality of life in Christ-like care.

Notre Dame centers of excellence are found in their rehabilitation, long-term care, and skilled nursing care with inclusive amenities and services such as weekly housekeeping, 24-hour care, scheduled outings, recreational and social activities, enriching specialized programs, healthy meals served daily, and fully-furnished apartments.

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Overview of The Jewish Healthcare Center

The Jewish Healthcare Center is at 629 Salisbury St in Worcester, Massachusetts; it’s a car-dependent neighborhood with a Walk Score of 12. The building holds 141 beds, and the profile lists nursing home, assisted living, home care, hospice care, and nursing care as part of what the facility offers. That is an unusually wide range of designations for a single address, which is worth verifying if the specific service type matters for a particular family’s situation.

The numbers that tell you the most about daily life here are the staffing and the length-of-stay figures. Total nursing care runs 4 hours and 28 minutes per resident per day, with registered nurses delivering about 26 minutes of that and nurse aides accounting for 2 hours and 39 minutes. The average stay is 72 days, just over two months. That is a short-stay profile, consistent with a facility organized around post-acute recovery and rehabilitation rather than long-term placement.

Occupancy sits at 91.8% in a 141-bed building, which means availability tends to be limited. Families planning a placement here should factor that into timing. Payment pathways include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, which lines up with the short-stay model where Medicare is often the primary payer on admission.

For adults stepping down from a hospital stay and needing structured nursing and rehabilitation support in Worcester, The Jewish Healthcare Center is a high-occupancy, multi-service facility built around that kind of transition.

Contact The Jewish Healthcare Center

Overview of Tatnuck Park at Worcester

Tatnuck Park at Worcester, managed by the esteemed Benchmark Senior Living, is a community that has been providing exceptional assisted living and memory care services since 1997. Nestled on sprawling, park-like grounds, this community offers residents a tranquil and idyllic setting to call home. One of the things that make Tatnuck Park stand out is its rich history and dedication to preserving tradition. Through their partnerships with nearby university pre-med students, they have cultivated a strong sense of community and fostered an environment of collaboration.

Residents can relish delightful, chef-prepared meals that cater to their tastes and nutritional requirements, all while being surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of landscaped gardens, patios with grills and fire features, and more. At Tatnuck Park, everything from transportation, housekeeping, laundry, maintenance, and grounds keeping is taken care of, allowing residents to live their lives with ease and peace of mind.

Contact Tatnuck Park at Worcester

Overview of Benchmark Senior Living

Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings boasts a visually stunning open-concept design, with modern aesthetics that immediately catch the eye. This remarkable assisted living and memory care facility is ideally located within a short drive from Worcester, boasting picturesque surroundings, thanks to beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor patios that imbue the space with a calming, peaceful ambiance.

Their residents can take part in an eclectic mix of local events and relish in chef-prepared seasonal menus and diverse dining options catering to their individual dietary needs. With a resident art gallery, hair salon, and pet-friendly environment, there’s always something to do and see. On top of that, residents enjoy the convenience of housekeeping and laundry services, transportation, and grounds keeping.

Contact Benchmark Senior Living

Overview of The Briarwood Community

The Briarwood Community is a haven of security and vibrancy where seniors can enjoy a range of living options, including independent living, traditional assisted living, and memory care assisted living. Nestled in the peaceful woods area, this community fosters lifelong connections as residents come together to form a close-knit and supportive community. There are a variety of living options available at The Briarwood Community, including independent cottages, independent apartments, and assisted apartments.

One of the standout features of The Briarwood Community is its state-of-the-art wellness center, which boasts an updated pool and sauna, as well as a range of fitness classes to keep residents active and healthy. The dining experience is also top-notch, with quality meals served in a comfortable setting promoting social interaction. Finally, The Briarwood Community is all about fun and excitement, with activities tailored to different lifestyles. Whether residents prefer socializing with others, stay active, or pursue hobbies and interests, there is always something to do and new stories to cherish.

Contact The Briarwood Community

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Worcester, MA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Worcester, MA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Worcester, MA is approximately $5,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Worcester, MA?

Assisted living in Worcester, MA typically ranges from $4,800–$7,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Worcester, MA?

Assisted living facilities in Worcester, MA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Worcester, MA?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~15–20 licensed assisted living facilities in Worcester, MA.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Massachusetts?

Assisted living in Massachusetts supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Massachusetts?

Assisted living in Massachusetts is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Massachusetts Medicaid cover assisted living?

Massachusetts Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Massachusetts) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.