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The Best Memory Care Communities in Worcester County, MA

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Worcester County, MA below include 32 memory care communities with 515 reviews. On average in Worcester County, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Worcester County

Approximately 130,000 Massachusetts residents have Alzheimer's disease. This figure includes residents from Worcester County, which is the second-most populous county in Massachusetts. Worcester County has 830,839 residents as of July 2017, and of these, 15.3 percent, or approximately 127,118 residents, are age 65 or over. To accommodate seniors who may require memory care services, there are 12 memory care facilities in Worcester County. 

In Worcester County as in the rest of Massachusetts, memory care facilities are officially known as "Dementia Special Care Units" or DSCUs. Some assisted living facilities in Massachusetts include a Special Care Residence (SCR) for residents with dementia or other mental health issues.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • Worcester County has a relatively comfortable climate, with its warmest seasons being spring and summer. The average high in July is 81 degrees, and there are an average of 197 sunny days a year. For seniors who find winters challenging, living in Worcester County may be difficult as the area receives an average of 52 inches of snow a year.
  • Seniors can feel safe living in Worcester County, as both property and violent crime are infrequent. Property and violent crime levels in Worcester County are lower on average than the Worcester Metro area and Massachusetts as a whole.
  • Massachusetts is moderately tax-friendly for retirees. While Social Security income and withdrawals from public pension funds are not taxed, withdrawals from retirement accounts, such as 401(k)s, IRAs and private pensions are fully taxed at the state income tax rate of 5.1 percent.
  • Worcester County is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as the Neurology Department at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Paying for Memory Care in Worcester County

Memory Care costs in Worcester County start around $8,001 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Worcester County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Counties in Massachusetts

Worcester County

$8,001

Cheshire County

$7,827

Middlesex County

$7,662

Hillsborough County

$7,571

Norfolk County

$7,552

Hampshire County

$6,475

US

$5,694

Providence County

$5,545

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Worcester County

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Massachusetts page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Massachusetts page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Worcester County

Worcester County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Worcester County, please visit our Memory Care in Massachusetts page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Worcester County

Worcester County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Massachusetts are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Massachusetts page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Memory Care

Bob G

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Dodge Park Rest Home

I love how Dodge Park takes care of mom. Her room and the rest of the residence is kept very clean, and the staff is wonderful. They understand how to communicate with her and they always let me...

Provider response

Thank you very much. We are working very hard to maintain our community like brand new condition, clean and organized. We invest a lot in our staff and ensure they all are very capable to care for...

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Memory Care

Mel85

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Dodge Park Rest Home

I’d really rate Dodge park a 4.5! I couldn’t ask for a better care team for my dad! All staff from house keeping to nurses and everyone in between, are always pleasant and efficient! I can’t Thank...

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Memory Care

Carol

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Dodge Park Rest Home

My sister, Susan, has been a resident at Dodge Park since October 2023. I’ve delayed giving a review because I wanted to see, long term, how she fared health-wise, which 100% depends on the...

Provider response

Thank you so much for your kind 5-star review and for taking the time to share your experience. Your thoughtful words mean the world to our entire team at Dodge Park. We are truly honored to care...

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