O‘Connell Care At Home
Home Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Springfield, MA

O‘Connell Care At Home

Home Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Springfield, MA

Overview of O‘connell Care at Home

Out of Springfield, MA, O’Connell Care at Home delivers home care, hospice care, and respite care. Daily Living & Home Health Care covers routine needs and health-related support at home. For someone needing help through the day and night, there is 24/7 In-Home Care.

In-Home Hospice Care is for people who want end-of-life care in the comfort of their own homes. Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care addresses the needs of someone living with either condition.

Hospital-to-Home Transition Care helps a person coming back from a hospital stay, and Geriatric Care Management coordinates what that care requires. Rehabilitation services are part of the agency’s work. Respite care gives short-term support when a usual caregiver needs to travel, recover, or take a break. Private Care in Assisted Living Facilities brings added support to a person without a change of residence type.

The agency fits someone who needs flexible support at home, whether that is ongoing assistance, short-term respite, or hospice care.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
78 / 100

About This Community

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Vital Signs Monitoring

Additional Services

6 services
Respite Care
Geriatric Care Management
Hospital-To-Home Transition Care
HousekeepingListed as: Light housekeeping and laundry
Errands & ShoppingListed as: Meal planning, shopping and preparation · Errand running
TransportationListed as: Transportation and escort to appointments and activities

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
  • Cognitively stimulating activities for dementia clients

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Springfield's city center to O‘Connell Care At Home's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.85 miles to nearest hospital (Mercy Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Home Care in Massachusetts

O‘Connell Care At Home is located in Springfield, Massachusetts.
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Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

Age 60+
General Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month individual, varies by region
Asset Limits $2,000 individual, excludes home, car
MA

Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Homemaker services Respite care (up to 14 days/year) Adult day care (~$75/day)

Frail Elder Waiver

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MA

Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$75/day) Home health services

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
MA

Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite (240 hours/year) Adult

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MA

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MA

27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; copays vary by income ~$24,980-$75,000/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MA

Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Benefits
Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug) Fills coverage gaps Catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MA

High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about O‘Connell Care At Home

What neighborhood is O‘Connell Care At Home in?

O‘Connell Care At Home is in the McKnight neighborhood of Springfield.

Is O‘Connell Care At Home in a walkable area?

O‘Connell Care At Home has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at O‘Connell Care At Home?

No, O‘Connell Care At Home has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for O‘Connell Care At Home?

The team at O‘Connell Care At Home can be reached at caregiverhiring@associatedhomecare.com.

Are there photos of O‘Connell Care At Home?

Yes — there are 7 photos of O‘Connell Care At Home in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does O‘Connell Care At Home provide?

O‘Connell Care At Home offers Home Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care.

What is the address of O‘Connell Care At Home?

O‘Connell Care At Home is located at 1 Federal Street, Building 101 East Suites 11-18, Springfield, MA 01105.

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