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Best Assisted Living in Worcester, MA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 20 assisted living communities in Worcester, MA using MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs 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: 37/ 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: 88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Worcester, MA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Worcester (Metro Area)

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.

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 / 498
--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 #455 / 498
--No-
Notre Dame du Lac
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Worcester (Booth Apartments Area)
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 94
Rank #80 / 276
No24
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 53
Rank #449 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 22
Rank #78 / 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 #335 / 498
Studio
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
YesNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings
AL
MC
RC
Shrewsbury
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 94
Rank #204 / 276
Yes17
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 53
Rank #466 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
YesNo
Christopher Heights of Worcester
AL
Worcester (Biotech Park Area)
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 94
Rank #156 / 276
No-
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 53
Rank #360 / 498
Traditional (80)
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
YesNo
The Residence at Orchard Grove
AL
Shrewsbury
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 94
Rank #156 / 276
Yes20
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 53
Rank #386 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
NoNo
Atria Draper Place
AL
IL
MC
Hopedale
68
Facility 68
MA AVG 94
Rank #193 / 276
Yes18
47
Facility 47
MA AVG 53
Rank #276 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
NoNo
Homestead Hall
AL
IL
RC
Worcester (South Worcester)
-Yes-
78
Facility 78
MA AVG 53
Rank #133 / 498
--No-
The Oasis at Dodge Park
AL
MC
Worcester (North Lincoln Street)
-No-
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 53
Rank #198 / 498
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-No-
Eisenberg Assisted Living Residence
AL
MC
Worcester (West Tatnuck)
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 94
Rank #156 / 276
Yes19
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 53
Rank #485 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
NoNo
Dodge Park Rest Home
AL
ADC
MC
NH
RESC
RC
Worcester (North Lincoln Street)
-No-
60
Facility 60
MA AVG 53
Rank #215 / 498
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-No-
Hampton Suites at Shrewsbury
AL
Shrewsbury
-Yes-
21
Facility 21
MA AVG 53
Rank #412 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-No-
Benchmark Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Shrewsbury
-Yes-
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 53
Rank #466 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
No-
Tatnuck Park at Worcester
AL
MC
RC
Worcester (Newton Square)
-Yes-
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 53
Rank #360 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-No-
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Overview of The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran

The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran is an independent living community. The home offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for seniors to feel more comfortable and have a sense of belonging.

They ensure that, as a senior living community, The Little Mansion at Lutheran deeply emphasizes and guarantees that independence is maintained for their residents.

Contact The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran

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.

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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 Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings

A 62-bed assisted living community in Leominster, Massachusetts, is Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings. It supplies assisted living, memory care, and respite care on a two-story campus. Serving seniors for 29 years, the home features studio floor plans starting at $6,540 monthly.

The community at 1160 Main St occupies a somewhat walkable neighborhood. Most outings require transportation, though some nearby services are accessible on foot. The pet-friendly home welcomes residents and their companions. Dining is a highlight, with chef-prepared seasonal menus and diverse choices tailored to individual dietary needs. A resident art gallery provides active enrichment, and the facility hosts an eclectic mix of local events and activities to engage occupants. Daily life is anchored by an array of convenience services: housekeeping, laundry, transportation, hair salon access, and grounds keeping. Such amenities combine to create an environment that balances personal attention with shared social opportunities, ideal for a moderately sized community.

Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings can be reached for those wanting to learn more.

Contact Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings

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 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.

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Overview of The Residence at Orchard Grove

The Residence at Orchard Grove undoubtedly provides the highest quality of care for assisted living and memory care residents. Management makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. The Residence at Orchard Grove offers senior living that is enriched by diversity, elevated by accommodations, and enhanced by lifestyle

The upscale senior living community prides itself on being a renowned home in Worcester. The lifestyle is an easy and worry-free community; through the community’s extensive services, residents are able to live a fulfilling everyday life. Some of the all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services– all of which are tailored to their unique needs.

Contact The Residence at Orchard Grove

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

Overview of Homestead Hall

Homestead Hall in Worcester is a one-level facility that offers independent and assisted living, as well as nursing care. As a non-profit organization, it prioritizes creating a cozy ambiance for its residents. The team at Homestead Hall provides round-the-clock care, daily living assistance, and a carefully crafted seasonal menu.

The facility also features an on-site salon, van transportation, furnished grounds, and gardens with plenty of fresh air. Residents can take advantage of housekeeping and laundry services, on-site podiatrists, and medication management. Homestead Hall even offers a range of recreational programs, social gatherings, and trips  to help its residents stay engaged and active. Couples can opt for conjoining rooms, while on-site palliative and hospice care is also available for those who need it.

Contact Homestead Hall

Overview of The Oasis at Dodge Park

A residential community in Worcester offering assisted living and memory care under one roof is The Oasis at Dodge Park. Set on Randolph Road in North Lincoln Street’s neighborhood, it’s about 2.6 miles from Worcester’s city center and sits in a moderately walkable area with a Walk Score of 64. In turn, it’s easy for visiting family and occupants to access nearby shops, services, and amenities on foot.

To suit different preferences and needs, the facility operates in a one-story building and offers private and semi-private room options. It provides 24-hour supervision, ensuring that staff are always available to respond to residents’ needs. Daily life is anchored by a well-lit dining room where occupants gather for meals, spacious lounge areas designed for social interaction and relaxation, and help with daily activities: dressing, bathing, medication management, and housekeeping. The Oasis at Dodge Park combines these core services with specialized programs tailored to residents requiring extra support, particularly those in its memory care track. It also supplies transportation services for occupants needing help getting to appointments or outings, plus fitness and recreation programming to keep residents active and engaged. The home is accessible for family visits and local outings since its location offers the convenience of a moderately walkable neighborhood without requiring a large urban setting.

For families contemplating The Oasis at Dodge Park, personally visiting is a superb way to tour the room options, meet the care team, and see how the daily culture and environment match a loved one’s needs.

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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.

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.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.