Best Memory Care in Worcester, MA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 14 memory care communities in Worcester, MA using MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MA
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Avg Walk Score: 36/ 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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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings
MC
AL
RC
Leominster
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 94
Rank #204 / 276
Yes17
35
Facility 35
MA AVG 53
Rank #332 / 490
Studio
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
C-YesNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings
MC
AL
RC
Shrewsbury
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 94
Rank #204 / 276
Yes17
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 53
Rank #463 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
C-YesNo
Notre Dame du Lac
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Worcester
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 94
Rank #80 / 276
No24
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 53
Rank #446 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 22
Rank #78 / 181
-YesNo
Atria Draper Place
MC
AL
IL
Hopedale
68
Facility 68
MA AVG 94
Rank #193 / 276
Yes18
47
Facility 47
MA AVG 53
Rank #275 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
-NoNo
Eisenberg Assisted Living Residence
MC
AL
Worcester (West Tatnuck)
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 94
Rank #156 / 276
Yes19
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 53
Rank #482 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
-NoNo
The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran
MC
AL
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 / 490
---No-
Benchmark Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Shrewsbury
-Yes-
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 53
Rank #463 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
-No-
The Oasis at Dodge Park
MC
AL
Worcester
-No-
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 53
Rank #197 / 490
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms--No-
Dodge Park Rest Home
MC
ADC
AL
NH
RESC
RC
Worcester
-No-
60
Facility 60
MA AVG 53
Rank #213 / 490
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms--No-
Tatnuck Park at Worcester
MC
AL
RC
Worcester (Newton Square)
-Yes-
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 53
Rank #357 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 14 analyzed for Worcester.

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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.

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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.

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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 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.

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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.

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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.

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Overview of Benchmark Senior Living

Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings is a comprehensive senior living community in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, a brief drive from Worcester. It operates a full care continuum: nursing home services, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care options under one roof. Operating for 27 years, the home brings experience in senior care to Worcester.

With modern aesthetics throughout, the campus features a visually striking open-concept design. Residents enjoy beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor patios that provide peaceful, calming spaces for relaxation and reflection. The car-dependent setting has a Walk Score of 11, so most errands and outings require transportation, though the community supplies transportation services for residents’ convenience. Dining is a daily life highlight. The kitchen prepares seasonal menus from scratch, and the facility offers diverse dining options tailored to individual dietary needs, ensuring residents can eat meals according to their preferences and requirements. The pet-friendly community lets residents keep their companions close. Meanwhile, the roster of amenities and services is substantial. Residents can access a resident art gallery and an on-site hair salon. The facility handles housekeeping and laundry services, so occupants don’t need to manage such tasks. An active calendar of local events gives residents opportunities to engage with their community. Grounds keeping is maintained by the community, creating a well-kept, pleasant environment. Leadership here includes Sandy Leach. The community offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans to suit different needs and preferences.

For families exploring choices, touring the facility lets you see the open-concept spaces, tour a sample floor plan, learn about the full range of services, and discuss care options, pricing, and availability.

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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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Overview of Dodge Park Rest Home

Sister home of The Oasis at Dodge Park, expect Dodge Park Rest Home to also provide the highest level of hospitality provided by the dedicated team of professionals who promise professional staff that is dedicated to making residents’ lives easier and feel independent. The assisted living and memory care home creatively brings together each priority– healthy, safety, and happiness. The Oasis prides itself on its comprehensive amenities that also blend strategically with its gracious services.

Community features include 24-hour supervision, well-lit dining room, spacious lounge areas, assistance with everyday living, housekeeping, medication management, and specialized programs available.

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Overview of Tatnuck Park at Worcester

A two-story assisted living community at 340 May St in the Newton Square neighborhood of Worcester, Massachusetts, is Tatnuck Park at Worcester. To match different preferences and needs, the facility offers studio plus one- and two-bedroom housing options. It provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care services, offering extensive support for seniors requiring varying levels of assistance and specialized care.

Amenities and services span dining, fitness and recreation programs, medical assistance, and transportation services to bolster residents’ wellness and daily living. With a Walk Score of 30, the facility sits in a quieter residential area where some nearby services are walkable, with most trips needing transportation. This setting charms residents and families valuing a neighborhood feel with good proximity to local amenities. Monthly prices start at $6,995, with costs varying based on selected room types and care levels.

Contact the community for more information or to schedule a tour. An in-person visit is suggested to experience the community firsthand, tour units, and discuss how Tatnuck Park at Worcester can meet individual resident 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 Memory Care in Worcester, MA

What is the average cost of memory care in Worcester, MA?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Worcester, MA is approximately $6,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Worcester, MA?

Memory care in Worcester, MA typically ranges from $5,000–$8,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Worcester, MA?

Memory care communities in Worcester, MA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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.

Does Massachusetts Medicaid cover memory care?

Massachusetts Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 14 memory care communities in Worcester, MA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.