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Overview of The Briarwood Community

The Briarwood Community is a multi-level senior living community at 65 Briarwood Circle in the peaceful woods area of Worcester, Massachusetts. It offers an array of living options to suit different needs and preferences: independent cottages, independent apartments, and assisted apartments across its independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs.

The home highlights fostering close-knit, supportive connections among occupants. A standout feature is the cutting-edge wellness center, which has an updated pool, sauna, and various fitness classes tailored to keep residents active and engaged. The dining program offers quality meals served in a comfortable setting that promotes social interaction. The Briarwood Community offers activities tailored to different lifestyles, ensuring there’s always something for occupants to enjoy, whether they prefer socializing, staying active, or pursuing hobbies and personal interests. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 9, indicating it’s car-dependent. Most errands and outings then require a vehicle.

Residents and families can contact the community directly for more information or to arrange a tour.

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Nursing Homes in Massachusetts at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.1/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5