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10 Best Nursing Homes in Leicester, MA
Leicester is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 28 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Leicester, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Leicester is about $7,058, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 258 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as East Douglas Station, Tasseltop and Douglas.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Leicester, MA
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9.8
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49 reviews
A Place for Mom sent me a list of facilities in my desired area. We toured three. All were very good, but Residence at Orchard Grove stood above the rest. The facility itself has an open, modern design,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Residence at Orchard Grove is a brand new monthly rental community in Shrewsbury. This luxury senior living community features independent and assisted living apartments along with a supportive neighborhood for those living with dementia and Alzheimer's.Featuring LCB's Everyday Gourmet dining...
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9.5
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30 reviews
Oasis is the best! Our loved one was in a total of four facilities before we found Oasis. It has the best of rooms, best of food and the best caring staff. They provide a supportive, loving family...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Oasis at Dodge Park provides Dementia and Alzheimer's care in Worcester MA. The Alzheimer's Program at the Oasis is designed to promote independence within a comfortable and safe environment. The goal of the program is to help individuals maintain the optimum level of functioning and to...
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9.2
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36 reviews
My loved one was a resident at Dodge Park Rest Home and the overall experience was great for her at this facility. My experience with Dodge Park Rest Home was that they were a very reliable and honest...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Dodge Park, Thank you for your interest in Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club. Dodge Park Rest Home is pleased to continue its tradition of service to the community. This year (2012) will be a milestone for Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club, when we will celebrating our 45 years...
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9.2
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27 reviews
I like it. It is expensive, but worth it if you have the money. It is assisted living and NOT nursing -- so good if the senior is still healthy and active, but could be bad if the senior has a lot of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Resting at the foot of Worcester's western hills is the historic village of Tatnuck... a place filled with family, fond memories and tradition. Today, traditions continue at Tatnuck Park at Worcester, a respected and valued assisted living community. Built on the site of a former family estate,...
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8.9
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34 reviews
5 across the board. Benchmark provided wonderful care for Mom and the family. Worked with us to meet all her needs in good times and hard ones. Would recommend them to anybody looking for help transitioning...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Residents of Shrewsbury Crossings enjoy the pleasure of a close-knit community, the privacy of a spacious apartment home, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing our staff is always available to cater to their individual needs. Our spacious assisted living apartments have room for favorite...
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39 reviews
I have already recommended Eddy Pond East to someone .By the way, my mother was also at Eddy Pond West, I would also recommend them
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Brookdale Eddy Pond East is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts. Our community has an ideal location off Route 20 and convenient to I-395 just minutes from grocery stores, banks, restaurants, shopping and three world-class hospitals. Auburn is a historic...
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78 reviews
only negative is her room is not the cleanest and the wash should be done separately for each person and sometimes it's not. The staff at least on the third floor Eddy pond west is extremely caring and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Freedom to Live WellGet ready to exchange cooking, cleaning and laundry for a rich and full retirement experience. At our assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts, we handle the household chores so you can spend more time doing the things you love. With cozy private...
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6 reviews
Goog clean facility food is excellent however the staff can be lazy with no regard for clients.I would recommend staff needs to be more attentive to the clients they need more rehabilitation services no gym...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Christopher Heights of Worcester, our goal is to provide a comfortable, caring and uplifting atmosphere, where each resident’s rights, dignity, and individuality are treated with the utmost respect. We accomplish this by dedicating ourselves to the physical and emotional welfare of all those...
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Excellent hospice care and activities for the dementia ward of Notre Dame assisted living. Very limited activities at the long term care, dementia care ward, due to ratio of ND staff to residents. Many...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The peaceful, serene, scenic location and beautiful structure that was originally built in 1900 to serve as the convent for the Sisters of Notre Dame, today houses the vibrant du Lac Assisted Living community.Our mission remains deeply committed to that of Saint Julie Billiart, founder of the...
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This was my second time in the facility and I love it. Everything was great. The food is good, the nurses are great, I wouldn't change anything. I would definitely recommend this facility to family and...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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The apartments are gorgeous. This gives you a good mix of independent living and assistance when needed. There are activities available for the residents to choose from. They have cottages, apartments,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Lodge at Eddy Pond offers spacious apartments ranging in size from studio to two bedroom apartments. Many apartments offer a wonderful view of Eddy Pond, that can be seen from your private balcony. People say “there is just something about this community”. Whether it is the very active...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
The Blaire House of Worcester is a 75-bed Skilled Nursing Center and is devoted completely to the care of residents with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia. We are family owned and operated by the Essex Group Management Corp, servicing the health care needs of seniors for over 50 years. We...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Leicester, MA
The average cost of senior living in Leicester is $7,058 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Northampton, MA with an average of $6,032 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Leicester, MA vs. nearby cities
Leicester, MA
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Leicester, MA vs. the state and national average
Leicester, MA
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Leicester vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Leicester, MA by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Leicester
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Leicester
Corcoran House in Clinton, MA
4.3
The community is always clean. Every time we visit, my mother's apartment is always clean and the bathroom is always clean. Very high marks for cleanliness. Some of the staff is a bit friendlier than others, but they are all great with the residents. The care could be improved for the higher ...
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Salisbury Nursing & Rehab Ctr in Worcester, MA
4.5
This is a very nice place, very comfortable. This a very clean facility probably the cleanest I have seen. Everyone is pleasant.
Southgate at Shrewsbury
5.0
I would recommend Southgate to anyone who asks. My aunt moved to their assisted living over a year ago. The staff are very compassionate and treat her like family. They have a new outdoor patio area to garden and they hold barbeques almost weekly throughout the summer. There is something for her ...
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Leicester nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Leicester nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Leicester, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Leicester nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Leicester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Leicester, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.8%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.8%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Leicester nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Leicester Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Leicester, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.8%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Leicester nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Leicester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Leicester, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Leicester nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Leicester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Leicester, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Leicester nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Leicester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Leicester, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Atria Draper Place and The Residence at Orchard Grove are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Leicester, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
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