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Colony III
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Colony III

101 Chadwick St, Worcester, MA 01605 View map
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Overview of Colony III

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Make every moment of your retirement count at Colony III, a distinct community in Worcester, MA, offering independent living. 100 beautifully designed and spacious accommodations are provided, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can keep their peace of mind with plenty of convenient apartment features and maintenance services.

Delightful local shops and recreational spaces surround the area, providing residents with unending leisure and wellness opportunities. Delicious and well-balanced dining options are available, so residents enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its vibrant and welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed to thrive in their golden years.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #1 / 67Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 1st out of 67 independent living communities we track in Massachusetts for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
46 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #95 / 238Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 95th out of 238 independent living communities we track in Massachusetts for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
75 / 100
About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$560/Month

Type Of Units

Low Income Rooms Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility. No

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Transportation
Parking
Activities
Laundry
Library
Internet Access
Computers
Appliances Included
ActivitiesFull activities calendar available
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Social and Recreational Activities

Managed by Marianne Delorey

Executive Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Colony III

Colony III, independent living in Worcester, MA — Floor plan of a senior living unit with dimensions
1 Bedroom
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Colony III, independent living in Worcester, MA — Floor plan of a senior living unit layout
2 bedroom
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Address 2.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Worcester's city center to Colony III's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
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.
Atria Draper Place
IL
AL
MC
Hopedale
68
Facility 68
MA AVG 91
Rank #66 / 92
Yes18
47
Facility 47
MA AVG 57
Rank #146 / 238
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #23 / 67
NoNo
Colony III
IL
Worcester (Forest Grove)-Yes-
75
Facility 75
MA AVG 57
Rank #95 / 238
1 Bed / 2 Bed
46
Facility 46
MA AVG 22
Rank #1 / 67
No-
Benchmark Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Shrewsbury-Yes-
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 57
Rank #224 / 238
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #23 / 67
No-
Webster Square Towers East & West Apartments
IL
Worcester (Main South)-No-
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 57
Rank #54 / 238
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-No-
Bet Shalom Senior Apartments
IL
Worcester (Newton Square)-No-
66
Facility 66
MA AVG 57
Rank #116 / 238
1 Bed-No-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other MA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Massachusetts

Colony III is located in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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
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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 Colony III

What neighborhood is Colony III in?

Colony III is in the Forest Grove neighborhood of Worcester.

Is Colony III in a walkable area?

Colony III has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has Colony III been in business?

Colony III has been operating for approximately 46 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Colony III have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Colony III on this page.

Are pets allowed at Colony III?

Yes, Colony III allows residents to bring their pets.

How much does Colony III cost per month?

Pricing at Colony III starts at $560 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of Colony III?

Yes — there are 14 photos of Colony III in the photo gallery on this page.

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