Roslindale House

For more than two decades, Briarwood has built a stellar reputation as a continuing care retirement community in the Worcester community offering independent living to skilled nursing. The property has 105 Independent Living Cottages, 88 Independent Living Apartments, 24 Assisted Living units and 12 Memory Care units. In addition there is a Wellness Center and Knollwood Nursing Center with 82 Skilled Nursing Beds licensed by the Department of Public Health. Briarwood is managed by Rogerson Communities.

Spencer House, built by Rogerson on the Egleston Square campus which includes 3 other antique properties Rogerson re-developed, provides 46 apartments for low-income elders.

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Farnsworth House was developed by Rogerson in 1982 for The Farnsworth Housing Corporation to provide rent-subsidized one- and two-bedroom apartments for income-eligible frail elders and others with disabilities. Rogerson has managed Farnsworth House since 1982.Notable Elements:Walking distance to necessary servicesComputer learning centerWeek-day lunch offered on-site for minimal donationActive tenants association plans trips and eventsAreas designed for use by community service and medical providers for both resident and nonresident eldersLive-in staff for emergency responseFirst area facility to encourage ownership of pets; developed model pet policy replicated nationallyComputer center located on-site with Internet access and instruction availableCommunity gardening opportunities available