Notre Dame du Lac

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Worcester, MA

Overview of Notre Dame Du Lac

Notre Dame Du Lac maintains a level of faith-based and professional service. The senior living community offers service for assisted living and nursing home care options for residents who are equally given the same amount of dignified and respected service. Notre Dame Du Lac creates an environment where residents continuously still grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that ensures maximizing each and everyone’s quality of life in Christ-like care.

Notre Dame centers of excellence are found in their rehabilitation, long-term care, and skilled nursing care with inclusive amenities and services such as weekly housekeeping, 24-hour care, scheduled outings, recreational and social activities, enriching specialized programs, healthy meals served daily, and fully-furnished apartments.

Bed community size
110-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
26 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 13 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Year Opened2000

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipYes

Type Of Units

Traditional
86 units
Special Care
24 units
Total beds
110 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesPersonal emergency response system, smoke detectors, sprinklers, and carbon monoxide detectors

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(781) 852-1700
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Amenities & Lifestyle

Three Meals Daily
Scheduled Transportation
Weekly Housekeeping
Beauty/Barber Parlor
Card And Game Room
Walking Paths
Library
Country Kitchen
Private Dining Room
Sundries Shop
Complimentary Laundry Rooms
ActivitiesFull calendar of social, educational, cultural, and spiritual programs.
Specific ProgramsSpirituality & Pastoral Care, Music Therapy, Wellness Programs, Cultural Trips, Educational Programs
Religious ServicesDaily Mass and other spiritual practices
Volunteer ProgramsYes

Pricing & Financial Information

Studio$6,375-$7,150 per month
One Bedroom$7,200-$9,000 per month
Two-Bedroom$9,600-$10,250 per month
Move-in Deposit$5,000

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree delicious meals prepared daily and served in an elegant dining room.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Notre Dame du Lac

Assisted Living Memory Care

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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Notre Dame du Lac is located in Worcester, 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)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Massachusetts SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
MA

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$15/hour) Job placement

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)

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Address 4.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Worcester's city center to Notre Dame du Lac's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.84 miles to nearest hospital (UMass Memorial Medical Center Obstetrics and Gynecology)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Notre Dame du Lac

What neighborhood is Notre Dame du Lac in?

Notre Dame du Lac is in the Booth Apartments Area neighborhood of MA 01605.

Is Notre Dame du Lac in a walkable area?

Notre Dame du Lac has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Notre Dame du Lac been in business?

According to the BBB records, Notre Dame du Lac has been operating for approximately 26 years.

Does Notre Dame du Lac operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Notre Dame du Lac is registered as a non-profit.

How many beds does Notre Dame du Lac have?

Notre Dame du Lac has 110 beds.

What is the address of Notre Dame du Lac?

Notre Dame du Lac is located at 555 Plantation St, Worcester, MA 01605, USA.

What is the phone number of Notre Dame du Lac?

(508) 852-5800 will put you in contact with the team at Notre Dame du Lac.

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