The Health Center at The Willows
Assisted Living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care & Skilled Nursing · Worcester, MA

The Health Center at The Willows

Assisted Living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care & Skilled Nursing · Worcester, MA

Overview of The Health Center at the Willows

The Health Center at the Willows, located on Barry Road in Worcester, is a place that offers spacious individual rooms and various amenities for its residents. The friendly and welcoming atmosphere here makes it feel like home. The residents can enjoy interactive programs and exciting excursions tailored to their preferences, while living in a neighborhood-like setting. The dining experience is simply amazing. The talented chefs and dietitians ensure the meals are delicious, healthy, and elevate the dining experience. 

They also have a library, a salon, and a barber shop, where residents can relax and take care of their grooming needs. In addition to these amenities, the home offers various services, including housekeeping and linen, pharmacy and physician orders, emergency call lights, and local or long-distance telephone service within the United States. The outdoor space is landscaped beautifully, providing a perfect spot for residents to relax and enjoy the fresh air. 

(508) 798-3727
Walk Score
Walk Score: 11 / 100 Rank #467 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 467th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.

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MA AVG 94
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Notre Dame du Lac
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110
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13
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MA AVG 53
Rank #450 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
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MA AVG 24
Rank #93 / 180
YesNo
Hampton Suites at Shrewsbury
AL
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Shrewsbury
99
Facility 99
MA AVG 94
Rank #101 / 280
Yes-
21
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MA AVG 53
Rank #412 / 499
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Christopher Heights of Worcester
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80
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MA AVG 94
Rank #157 / 280
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30
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MA AVG 53
Rank #360 / 499
Traditional (80)
35
Facility 35
MA AVG 24
Rank #20 / 180
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The Health Center at The Willows
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11
Facility 11
MA AVG 53
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

The Health Center at The Willows 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.
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 The Health Center at The Willows

What neighborhood is The Health Center at The Willows in?

The Health Center at The Willows is in the Forest Grove neighborhood.

Is The Health Center at The Willows in a walkable area?

The Health Center at The Willows has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are there photos of The Health Center at The Willows?

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What is the address of The Health Center at The Willows?

The Health Center at The Willows is located at 101 Barry Rd, Worcester, MA 01609.

What is the phone number of The Health Center at The Willows?

(508) 798-3727 will put you in contact with the team at The Health Center at The Willows.

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