Christopher House
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Worcester, MA

Overview of Christopher House

Karina Valencia has administered Christopher House since 2013, a nonprofit assisted living and residential care community that has operated in Worcester, Massachusetts, since 1995. The facility provides post-hospital rehabilitation and skilled nursing-level support, focusing on populations with medical, developmental, and behavioral needs. It holds a Joint Commission certification and maintains membership in the Massachusetts Senior Care Association.

Floor operations accommodate residents who require specialized neurological management, IV therapy, pain management, and respiratory care. A dedicated memory care program is also on-site, featuring staff trained specifically in dementia and Alzheimer’s support. When people come to visit, they will find a neighborhood walk score of 63, meaning the immediate area is moderately walkable and allows some quick errands to be handled on foot.

Interested individuals can get in touch with the main office to check on open residential spaces or ask about the intake checklist. The business desk coordinates billing setups through Medicaid and private funds, and the team can outline campus features like the secure courtyard, regular group outings, creative workshops, and menus tailored to individual dietary needs.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #205 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 205th out of 499 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

State License Typesassisted living facility, outpatient behavioral health agency

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Featurescomprehensive security measures, emergency response systems

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining Room
Laundry
Activities
Wellness Programfitness classes, meals, mental health workshops
Specific ProgramsCare Options, Service & Amenities
Operating Hours24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Contact Christopher House

Managed by Karina Valencia

Administrator

Karina Valencia is the Administrator at Christopher House, overseeing daily operations and specializing in the care of vulnerable populations. She joined the team in 2013 and has since expanded her experience and expertise, ensuring a supportive and home-like environment for residents with medical needs, developmental disabilities, and behavioral challenges.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Christopher House 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
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.
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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 Christopher House

Is Christopher House in a walkable area?

Christopher House has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of Christopher House?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Christopher House in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Christopher House?

(512) 342-4700 will put you in contact with the team at Christopher House.

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