The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living

Q: What neighborhood is The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living in?

The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living is in the Westborough neighborhood.

Q: Is The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living in a walkable area?

The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: What is the address of The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living?

The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living is located at 129 E Main St, Westborough, MA 01581, United States.

Q: What is the phone number of The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living?

(508) 898-3000 will put you in contact with the team at The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living.

Q: Is The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living

Serving the ideal blend of comfort and active living, The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living is an exceptional senior living community in Westborough, MA, that offers independent living. Residents can choose from a variety of studio,one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans with easy access to convenient services and amenities. A team of kind managers live within the community and are available 24/7 to provide residents with utmost support and assistance.

Services like housekeeping, linen, transportation, and maintenance help residents to thrive and live a well-supported life. The community features plenty of inviting and warm common spaces that foster connections and an enriched way of life. Amenities such as chef-prepared meals, full-service salon, theater, library, craft room, TV room, and beautiful outdoor areas, further enhances residents’ living experience, giving them plenty of opportunities for enjoyment and relaxation.

(508) 898-3000

Types of Care at The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living

Independent Living

Walk Score: 53 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What does this home offer?

Room Sizes: 365-536 / 510-848 / 937-1,081 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Dining Services

Transportation Services

Recreational Activities

Housekeeping Services

Exercise Programs

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living

Floor Plan 2 Bedroom

Floor Plan 1 Bedroom

Floor Plan Studio

9.1 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Westborough's city center to The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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

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).

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).

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).

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.

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.

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

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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What neighborhood is The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living in?

The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living is in the Westborough neighborhood.

Is The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living in a walkable area?

The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the address of The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living?

The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living is located at 129 E Main St, Westborough, MA 01581, United States.

What is the phone number of The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living?

(508) 898-3000 will put you in contact with the team at The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living.

Is The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.