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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Worcester, MA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Worcester, MA area.

With seniors comprising about 30.9% of Worcester, Massachusetts's population, the city is well-equipped to meet diverse senior care needs. Worcester hosts 11 senior living facilities, ranging from independent living and assisted living to various nursing home setups. The average cost for assisted living is $6,657 per month, reflecting the extensive services and amenities provided. As families begin the search for suitable care solutions, understanding the balance of quality and cost is key. This article will help by highlighting top-rated assisted living communities in Worcester, making your decision for a supportive and appropriate home for a loved one just a bit easier.

22 Communities were found near Worcester, MA
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The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran

26 Harvard St, Worcester, MA 01609 (0.3 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3
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Dunamis Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Dunamis Home Care

316 Main Street, Suite 202, Worcester, MA 01608 (0.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3
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Christopher Heights of Worcester
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Christopher Heights of Worcester

20 Mary Scano Dr, Worcester, MA 01605 (1.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2
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Tatnuck Park At Worcester
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Tatnuck Park At Worcester

340 May Street, Worcester, MA 01602 (1.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3
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Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Arcadia Home Care & Staffing

490 Shrewsbury Street Suite A, Worcester, MA 01604 (1.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3
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The Oasis at Dodge Park
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6

The Oasis at Dodge Park

102 Randolph Rd, Worcester, MA 01606 (2 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6
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Dodge Park Rest Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Dodge Park Rest Home

101 Randolph Rd, Worcester, MA 01606 (2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3
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Goddard House
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Goddard House

1199 Main St, Worcester, MA 01603 (2.5 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9
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Notre Dame du Lac
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6

Notre Dame du Lac

555 Plantation St, Worcester, MA 01605 (2.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6
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The Willows at Worcester
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6

The Willows at Worcester

101 Barry Rd, Worcester, MA 01609 (2.6 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6
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Better Place Better Life
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6

Better Place Better Life

1078 W Boylston Street, Worcester, MA 01606 (2.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6
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Guardian Angel Senior Services -Worcester
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6

Guardian Angel Senior Services -Worcester

206 Southbridge Street, Auburn, MA 01501 (2.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6
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Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6

Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings

311 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 (4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6
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Brookdale Eddy Pond East
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Brookdale Eddy Pond East

667 Washington Street, Auburn, MA 01501 (6.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
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Brookdale Eddy Pond West
Our Rating:
of 5
8.8

Brookdale Eddy Pond West

669 Washington Street, Auburn, MA 01501 (6.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.8
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The Residence at Orchard Grove
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

The Residence at Orchard Grove

258 Walnut St, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 (6.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
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Premier Home Health Care - Worcester
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

Premier Home Health Care - Worcester

300 West Main St, Northborough, MA 01532 (8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
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Whitney Place at Northborough
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2

Whitney Place at Northborough

238 W Main St, Northborough, MA 01532 (8.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2
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Coleman House
Our Rating:
of 5
3

Coleman House

112 W Main St, Northborough, MA 01532 (8.7 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
3
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Specialty Home Care Services, Inc
Our Rating:
of 5
3

Specialty Home Care Services, Inc

182 Turnpike Road, Westborough, MA 01581 (9.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
3
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Amada Senior Care of Westborough, MA
Our Rating:
of 5
3

Amada Senior Care of Westborough, MA

18 Lyman Street, Suite #232, Westborough, MA 01581 (9.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
3
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ComForcare Senior Services
Our Rating:
of 5
3

ComForcare Senior Services

2 Millbury Blvd. Suite 12 PO BOX 92, Oxford, MA 01540 (9.9 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
3
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Map of Assisted Living in Worcester

Find the right senior living community by location
  • The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran
  • Dunamis Home Care
  • Christopher Heights of Worcester
  • Tatnuck Park At Worcester
  • Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
  • The Oasis at Dodge Park
  • Dodge Park Rest Home
  • Goddard House
  • Notre Dame du Lac
  • The Willows at Worcester
  • Better Place Better Life
  • Guardian Angel Senior Services -Worcester
  • Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings
  • Brookdale Eddy Pond East
  • Brookdale Eddy Pond West
  • The Residence at Orchard Grove
  • Premier Home Health Care - Worcester
  • Whitney Place at Northborough
  • Coleman House
  • Specialty Home Care Services, Inc
  • Amada Senior Care of Westborough, MA
  • ComForcare Senior Services

Senior Living Statistics for Worcester, Massachusetts

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Average housing costs in Worcester, Massachusetts, range from $5,829 per month for independent living to $9,357 per month for a one-bedroom unit in a nursing home. A few other popular options include assisted living and memory care at $6,657 per month each, a semi-private room in a nursing home at $7,315 per month, and a nursing home studio at $7,702 per month. Worcester offers a variety of senior living accommodations to meet different needs and budgets.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $6,657
Memory Care $6,657
Independent Living $5,829
Nursing Home: Private Room $7,513
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $7,315
Nursing Home: Studio $7,702
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $9,357

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Worcester


When compared to the nationwide average for assisted living costs ($4,546 per month), Worcester is more expensive at $6,657 per month. On the other hand, assisted living in Worcester is more expensive than in other nearby cities, such as Attleboro ($5,851 per month) and Palmer ($5,690 per month).
City Average Monthly Cost
Worcester $6,657

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Worcester compares to Massachusetts and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Worcester $6,657
Massachusetts $6,822
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Worcester


There are many assisted living communities to choose from in and around Worcester. Worcester has 11 senior living facilities, the surrounding area has 38 communities, and the state of Massachusetts has 365 facilities. With these options, you'll have no problem finding a community that feels like home.
11

Worcester

38

Surrounding Area

365

Massachusetts

Worcester Senior Demographics


In Worcester, Massachusetts, seniors account for 30.9% of the city's population of 204,191 residents. This senior community is fairly balanced with 49.8% male and 50.2% female. Delving into the age breakdown, 11.8% are in their 50s, 10.1% in their 60s, 5.3% in their 70s, and 3.7% are in their 80s and over. Marital status among Worcester's seniors indicates that 34.2% are married, 13.3% are divorced, 47.6% have never married, and 4.8% are widowed. The city’s diversity is noteworthy, with 61.3% of seniors identifying as White, 24.6% as Hispanic, and 12.2% as mixed race. Other representations include 12.8% Black, 6.8% Asian, 0.4% Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 6.4% identifying as other, illustrating a rich and varied cultural landscape.

Population

Worcester has a population of 204,191.
  • 49.8% Male
  • 50.2% Female

Marital Status

  • 34.2% Married
  • 13.3% Divorced
  • 47.6% Never Married
  • 4.8% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 30.9% of the population.
  • 11.8% in their 50s
  • 10.1% in their 60s
  • 5.3% in their 70s
  • 3.7% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 61.3% White
  • 12.8% Black
  • 6.8% Asian
  • 0.4% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 6.4% Identifying as Other
  • 12.2% Mixed Race
  • 24.6% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Worcester

If you are considering senior living options outside of Worcester, Massachusetts, there are several choices in nearby cities. Average costs vary significantly, starting at $6,505 per month in Auburn and reaching up to $7,326 in Northborough. Other local options include Westborough and Leominster, offering diverse choices for senior care.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Westborough $7,213
Leominster $6,997
City Average Monthly Cost
Auburn $6,505
Northborough $7,326

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.