Beautiful buildings. Very clean, bright and well-maintained. The apartments are very big and spacious for one person. The big windows let a lot of light in. Lots of activities to keep the residents busy.
Doreen, Family Member
The Health Center at The Willows
Enjoy supplementary medical services in a neighborhood-like setting that supports recreation and creativity.
Support Above and Beyond Traditional Assisted Living in Central MA
The Health Center provides personal privacy, enriching activities, delicious meals and peace of mind, all supported by friendly senior care staff in a safe, supportive environment.
Level IV rest home in Worcester, MA
If your loved one requires more support than traditional assisted living but less than skilled nursing, The Health Center at The Willows could be just right. We offer care in a residential community like assisted living, but as a Level IV rest home, our residents benefit from additional medical services and senior care.
The Health Center at The Willows
101 Barry Road
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 798-3727
Centrally located in the heart of The Willows at Worcester campus, a SALMON independent living community, The Health Center features:
• 28 spacious, private rooms
• Varied creative and interactive programs and outings
• An intimate, neighborhood-like setting
• Library and comfortable living, dining and gathering rooms
• A beautifully landscaped outdoor sitting area
• Medications directly administered by staff, including assisting oxygen- and insulin-dependent residents
And if you live at The Willows at Worcester, it’s just a short stroll to visit your loved one at The Health Center.
Meet the Team
Our supportive and caring team is ready to share the many ways we support our residents’ needs with a personal approach in home-like environment.
Erik Paulitzky
Executive DirectorWith a passion for ice hockey from a young age, my early participation in team sports instilled the values of teamwork, mentorship, and collaboration. Drawn to building relationships and being of service, I pursued Hotel and Hospitality Management by earning my degree from Southern New Hampshire University. Later transitioning to senior living from the hotel industry was a natural choice. I get to foster relationships with residents every day and look forward to nurturing these connections for years to come. I’m proud to lead a team committed to service and excellence, motivated by exceeding the needs and expectations of our residents. At the end of the day, our residents’ happiness and wellbeing is what matters most. When not at work, I love spending time with my wife and our two young sons.
Sophie Parente, RN, BSN
Director of Clinical ServicesWhen I was twelve, my Papa was a Resident with Beaumont at Northborough. I remember him telling me at his bedside, “Sophie – I think you belong working in a place just like this.” I took what he said to heart. I graduated college from UMass Amherst with my BSN and began working as a Registered Nurse. After working for SALMON as a PCA and an RN, I was offered the Clinical Director position in 2021. At The Willows at Worcester, I’ve discovered my passion for long-term care. My favorite thing about working for SALMON is that I am able to build relationships with our beloved residents every day. I consider it a privilege and joy to offer my support and knowledge to those who are in need.
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Contact Us The Health Center Experience
Residents are actively involved in cognitive, physical, social, emotional, spiritual and creative ways within a therapeutic, home-like environment.
HARVEST Dining
Adequate nutrition is a key component of good health. Featuring signature dishes and favorites, we create fresh, nutrient-rich menu items that you'll love. Come experience great taste and variety that’s founded on solid nutrition with HARVEST Dining.
Our chefs and dietitians know how to maximize flavor and nutritional value. Most of our sauces, stocks and salad dressings and scratch-made. And whenever possible, the ingredients, including fruits and vegetables, are locally sourced from area gardens and farms. Take a seat at our table: HARVEST enriches the lives of those we serve.
Fun and Enrichment
The Health Center at The Willows always has something happening for you to enjoy.
Our engaging and stimulating activities include traditional games, brain teasers, exercise, discussions, entertainment, movies, baking, wine and cheese and happy hours. We also take outings to local shopping centers and restaurants.
And what you do is always up to you.
Senior Care and Support With Activities of Daily Living and More
Live more safely and comfortably in our residential care facilities for the elderly at The Health Center at The Willows, featuring:
• Medical management by our medical director, on call 24/7
• Full-time, on-site director of clinical services (RN), on call 24/7
• Supervised staff training and services
• Experienced, professional team, including certified nursing assistants (CNAs) and personal care assistants (PCAs)
• A highly qualified staff and staff-to-resident ratio exceeding state requirements
• Fulfillment of pharmacy and physician orders
• Medications directly administered by our staff (unlike assisted living residences)
• Assistance with personal care and activities of daily living, available 24/7
• Emergency call lights throughout The Health Center
• Three home-style meals and snacks served daily
• Daily housekeeping
• Linens and personal laundry service
• Spacious, private rooms with basic furnishings
• Hair salon/barbershop
• Complimentary cable TV services
• Unlimited local/long-distance telephone service within the U.S.
• Library and comfortable living, dining and gathering rooms
• Varied creative and interactive programs and outings
Hear What Others Have to Say
Fabulous place. My parents, are living independently in a 2-bedroom apartment. The food and services are great. No need to worry. They are safe and happy.
Margaret, Family Member
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We are extremely happy with the care and compassion shown at Whitney Place. The staff is very friendly and seems to have less turnover than other facilities. They have plenty of activities and they highly encourage participation. The Site Director/Manager is very responsive and helpful. I highly recommend Whitney Place to anyone looking for a top notch assisted living facility.
Gregory, Family Member
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“The staff is very caring and helpful. They make sure my 101-year-old Mom can Zoom with us when we’re not there.”
Deb, Family Member
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So impressed with the memory care unit at Beaumont in Northborough! My mom is a resident there now, and from the very first impressions of the facility and staff to the first hand witnessing of care that I have seen given to my mom, I am so happy that we were able to secure a place for her at this facility.
Cindy, Family Member
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My mother is having a great experience at Beaumont. The therapists have worked with her regularly, the staff has been kind, consistent (no turn over) and very caring with her. The recreation staff also keeps the activities fun and engaging. They truly know all the residents and look out for them.
Jennifer, Family Member
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My mom has enjoyed her life in the Willows for almost ten years! I think that she became several years younger when she moved in. It is truly a community of friendly residents and caring staff. There are activities of all sorts, for all sorts. There a variety of trips that come up during the year and some excellent outside entertainment is provided. It is a relaxed, home town comfortable community.
Kathy, Family Member
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Whitney Place at Natick has been 5 star for the entire 4+ years that my father has lived there. Both the nursing home and the assisted living are staffed with professional, compassionate and caring caregivers. We have benefitted from the continuum of care the facility provides. We are extremely pleased with our choice of Whitney Place at Natick to provide a home for our father.
Valerie, Family Member
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Great place for retirees. It’s like a small town all together. Has everything and anything you may want to do.
Howard, Friend
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Absolutely beautiful grounds and decor! Staff were pleasant and my loved one seems to be adjusting well and his new home is perfect!
Ellen, Family Member