Best Nursing Homes in Worcester, MA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 nursing homes in Worcester, MA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in MA
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Massachusetts average is: 67.4% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
RC
SNF
Worcester (Indian Lake East)
113
Facility 113
MA AVG 119
Rank #55 / 96
A-
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
MA AVG 80.5%
Rank #29 / 81
+11%
4.57
Facility 4.57
MA AVG 4.00
Rank #17 / 86
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -19%+14%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $73.6k
Rank #1 / 86
9
Facility 9
MA AVG 28.5
Rank #9 / 83
3.0
Facility 3.0
MA AVG 6.6
Rank #7 / 83
-101-
59
Facility 59
MA AVG 48
Rank #43 / 111
Nicholas Apostola
$11.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $11.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $15.9M
Rank #57 / 82
$9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $10.3M
Rank #41 / 82
81.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 81.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG 67.4%
Rank #9 / 82
225648
The Jewish Healthcare Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
AL
HC
HOS
SNF
Worcester (West Tatnuck)
141
Facility 141
MA AVG 119
Rank #31 / 96
A-
93.8%
Facility 93.8%
MA AVG 80.5%
Rank #7 / 81
+17%
4.79
Facility 4.79
MA AVG 4.00
Rank #12 / 86
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -12%+20%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $73.6k
Rank #1 / 86
17
Facility 17
MA AVG 28.5
Rank #22 / 83
4.3
Facility 4.3
MA AVG 6.6
Rank #22 / 83
1132-
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 48
Rank #97 / 111
Jay Aframe
$20.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $20.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $15.9M
Rank #17 / 82
$18.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $18.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $10.3M
Rank #5 / 82
88.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 88.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG 67.4%
Rank #5 / 82
225173
Notre Dame du Lac ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Worcester
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 119
Rank #59 / 96
A--
4.09
Facility 4.09
MA AVG 4.00
Rank #33 / 86
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -22%+2%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $73.6k
Rank #1 / 86
14
Facility 14
MA AVG 28.5
Rank #15 / 83
3.5
Facility 3.5
MA AVG 6.6
Rank #13 / 83
-120-
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 48
Rank #95 / 111
Ellen Agritelley
$16.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $16.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $15.9M
Rank #39 / 82
$12.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $12.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $10.3M
Rank #21 / 82
77.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 77.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG 67.4%
Rank #13 / 82
225577
The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
MC
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Worcester (Central Business District)
150
Facility 150
MA AVG 119
Rank #25 / 96
?
66.0%
Facility 66.0%
MA AVG 80.5%
Rank #68 / 81
-18%
4.67
Facility 4.67
MA AVG 4.00
Rank #13 / 86
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +8%+17%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $73.6k
Rank #1 / 86
---99-
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 48
Rank #7 / 111
Frederic Jenoure
$18.5MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $18.5MFiscal year ending 06/2025
MA AVG $15.9M
Rank #23 / 82
$10.9MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $10.9MFiscal year ending 06/2025
MA AVG $10.3M
Rank #30 / 82
58.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility 58.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
MA AVG 67.4%
Rank #50 / 82
225379
Parsons Hill Rehabilitation and Health Care Center ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Worcester (Webster Square)
162
Facility 162
MA AVG 119
Rank #18 / 96
C+
90.1%
Facility 90.1%
MA AVG 80.5%
Rank #26 / 81
+12%
2.99
Facility 2.99
MA AVG 4.00
Rank #82 / 86
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -39%-25%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $73.6k
Rank #1 / 86
40
Facility 40
MA AVG 28.5
Rank #69 / 83
5.7
Facility 5.7
MA AVG 6.6
Rank #52 / 83
-146-
76
Facility 76
MA AVG 48
Rank #23 / 111
-
$16.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $16.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $15.9M
Rank #37 / 82
$12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $10.3M
Rank #20 / 82
77.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 77.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG 67.4%
Rank #12 / 82
225390
Blaire House of Worcester ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Worcester
75
Facility 75
MA AVG 119
Rank #76 / 96
B
91.6%
Facility 91.6%
MA AVG 80.5%
Rank #19 / 81
+14%
4.18
Facility 4.18
MA AVG 4.00
Rank #27 / 86
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -50%+5%
$13.1k
Facility $13.1k
MA AVG $73.6k
Rank #55 / 86
17
Facility 17
MA AVG 28.5
Rank #22 / 83
3.4
Facility 3.4
MA AVG 6.6
Rank #11 / 83
169-
71
Facility 71
MA AVG 48
Rank #28 / 111
-
$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $15.9M
Rank #72 / 82
$6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $10.3M
Rank #65 / 82
72.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 72.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG 67.4%
Rank #18 / 82
225443
Odd Fellows Home of Massachusetts ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Worcester
100
Facility 100
MA AVG 119
Rank #63 / 96
C
91.0%
Facility 91.0%
MA AVG 80.5%
Rank #20 / 81
+13%
4.49
Facility 4.49
MA AVG 4.00
Rank #18 / 86
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ -19%+12%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $73.6k
Rank #79 / 86
32
Facility 32
MA AVG 28.5
Rank #54 / 83
8.0
Facility 8.0
MA AVG 6.6
Rank #59 / 83
391-
70
Facility 70
MA AVG 48
Rank #31 / 111
Independent Order Of Odd Fellows Grand Lodge
$10.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $10.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $15.9M
Rank #63 / 82
$6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG $10.3M
Rank #61 / 82
62.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 62.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MA AVG 67.4%
Rank #40 / 82
225439

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other MA nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 11 analyzed for Worcester. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offers nursing home care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Worcester, in the Indian Lake East neighborhood. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical support. Respite care provides short stays for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The center has 113 beds, and 93% occupancy means most beds are in use. Available placements can change. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 34 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nurse time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare may apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help eligible residents whose savings may not cover a longer stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center may be a good fit for a family seeking short term care while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

Contact Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of The Jewish Healthcare Center

Jewish Healthcare Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, nursing care, assisted living, home care, and hospice care in Worcester, MA. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing support in a residential setting, while assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Home care brings support to a person’s own residence, and hospice care addresses needs at the end of life. The range of services may suit a family whose needs include support at home, residential assistance, skilled nursing, or hospice care.

Located in the West Tatnuck neighborhood, the community has 141 beds and a 94% occupancy rate, meaning most of its beds are in use. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those listed payment routes for care. Total nurse staffing is 2m per resident per day, representing the recorded amount of nurse staffing time allocated per resident each day. Jewish religious services are available, allowing residents to take part in worship connected to their faith within the community.

Contact The Jewish Healthcare Center

Overview of Notre Dame Du Lac

There are seven types of care identified at Notre Dame Du Lac in Worcester, MA. They include skilled nursing, assisted living, palliative care, memory care, hospice care, respite care, and nursing home care. By having so many under a single name, a resident whose requirements shift, or whose family’s caregiving arrangements fail, doesn’t need to begin anew elsewhere.

In assisted living, the resident’s space remains private, while staff handle medication, dressing, and bathing. Memory care is secured, with staff supervising, for those whose dementia could cause them to wander. Licensed nurses are present on every shift in both the skilled nursing and nursing home areas. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort during a serious illness or at the end of life. Respite is a brief stay for the period when the usual caregiver is away for travel or recovery.

The facility has 110 beds distributed across studios, one-bedroom units, and two-bedroom units. A studio costs from $6,375 to $7,150 per month, a one-bedroom ranges from $7,200 to $9,000, and a two-bedroom is priced from $9,600 to $10,250. The two-bedroom accommodates two people, whether partners or a resident with a companion. A $5,000 deposit for moving in is in addition to the monthly fee.

The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital discharge. Medicaid can support an eligible individual for a lengthier duration, while private pay refers to the family covering the expenses. Daily nursing time totals 4 hours 5 minutes for each resident.

Residents have access to scheduled transportation. There are walking paths outdoors, while indoors there is a beauty salon. Scheduled activities include music therapy, cultural trips, daily Mass, and other spiritual practices.

Price range $6,375 - $7,150/Month Info Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026

Contact Notre Dame du Lac

Overview of The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran

The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran is a nursing home offering assisted living, memory care, palliative care, residential care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Worcester, MA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management, and residential care provides daily support within a residential setting. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because moving between services can allow the resident to remain in the community.

The community has 150 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4h 40m per resident/day, representing the total daily hands-on nursing time assigned per resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted; Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay and private pay uses personal or family funds.

A Walk Score of 88 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to keep a pet with them. Rehabilitation services, a Center for Short-term Rehabilitation, and outpatient rehab address both recovery periods and therapy that does not require an overnight stay, while the Hispanic and Latino Welcome Program and Veteran Welcome Program provide named programs for those groups. Ascentria Care Alliance owns the community.

Contact The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran

Overview of Parsons Hill Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

Parsons Hill Rehabilitation and Health Care Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite care in Worcester, MA. Skilled nursing means licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock, while hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. Respite care offers a short stay, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.

The center has 162 beds. Rehabilitation services and short term rehab give a resident a setting for rehabilitation while remaining in skilled nursing care. Life Enrichment Programming and Substance Use Supportive Services are also available, providing structured programming and support related to substance use.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid can help when a resident’s savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Total nurse staffing is 2h 59m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Athena Health Care Systems owns the center.

Contact Parsons Hill Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

Overview of Blaire House of Worcester

Blaire House of Worcester offers skilled nursing, nursing home care, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Worcester, MA. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time, as well as a family caregiver who needs a short term stay.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia, while hospice care supports residents with end of life needs.

Respite care is available for short stays when a family caregiver needs time away. The 75 bed community also offers rehabilitation services and expanded activities for dementia residents, with therapy and programming designed for people with memory related needs.

Senior Transportation Services provides a transportation program for residents. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. A Walk Score of 71 means most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby destinations independently.

Contact Blaire House of Worcester

Overview of Odd Fellows Home of Massachusetts

Odd Fellows Home of Massachusetts operates a 100-bed skilled nursing facility on Randolph Road in Worcester. Run by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows Grand Lodge, a nonprofit group with over a century of local history, the building houses seniors needing short-term recovery or ongoing clinical care. The surrounding neighborhood is highly walkable, making it easy for visiting relatives to drop by and handle daily errands on foot.

The building runs at a high occupancy rate, providing an average of four hours and seven minutes of direct nursing care per resident each day. Licensed administrators and specialized nurses manage the floor routines around the clock, dividing duties between physical therapists, registered nurses, and dietary cooks. Short-term therapy programs focus on post-operative care and safe discharge planning after major surgeries or fractures, while the long-term wings provide nutrient-dense meals, cable TV, building-wide Wi-Fi, and laundry services.

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health oversees local nursing properties by conducting regular physical site inspections to confirm compliance with medical and environmental standards.

Families can call the administrative staff at (508) 853-6687 to check on open room setups or to walk through the onboarding steps. The billing office can explain how they coordinate monthly fees with Medicare, state Medicaid, or out-of-pocket payments, and they can schedule an in-person tour of the therapy rooms and shared lounges.

Contact Odd Fellows Home of Massachusetts

Overview of Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living

Seven care types are named at Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living in Milford, MA. They are skilled nursing, hospice care, adult day care, nursing home care, assisted living, home care, and respite care.

Assisted living supports residents with everyday activities in a residential setting. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing services. Hospice care addresses needs at life’s end. Adult day care gives support during the day, whereas home care takes place at a person’s home. Respite care gives a temporary stay when the regular caregiver is away or needs time to recuperate.

Short-term rehab aids in recovery following an illness, injury, or hospital stay, with therapy occurring on site, eliminating the need for transportation arrangements. Transportation is available for getting around the community.

With 42 beds, it’s a smaller setting, allowing staff and residents to know each other well. The units vary from studios to one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, with the two-bedroom suiting a resident relocating with a companion.

Medicaid and Medicare are accepted. With a Walk Score of 85, the area is very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, allowing a non-driver to venture out independently.

It may suit someone in need of short-term rehab or respite, or whose requirements involve nursing, assisted living, hospice, home care, or adult day care.

Contact Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living

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.

Contact Benchmark Senior Living

Overview of West Side House of Worcester

West Side House of Worcester provides skilled nursing, nursing home care, hospice care, and respite care in Worcester, MA. Skilled nursing and nursing home care include licensed nursing services for residents who need ongoing clinical support, while hospice care focuses on end of life needs. Respite care provides short term stays for a family caregiver who needs time away to travel or recover.

The facility has 60 beds and is Medicare certified. Rehabilitation services include short term rehabilitation for residents recovering from an illness, injury, or procedure. Senior Transportation Services are available for transportation needs, and the facility is family owned and operated.

Contact West Side House of Worcester

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Worcester, MA

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 nursing home care?

Yes — Massachusetts Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 11 nursing homes in Worcester, MA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Worcester, MA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Worcester, MA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Worcester, MA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Nursing Homes in Worcester at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.6/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Worcester, MA. 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: 3.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Worcester, MA. 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: 3.7/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Worcester, MA. 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