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Goddard House

1199 Main St, Worcester, MA

Independent Living

4.09 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Goddard House

Warm and Gracious Senior Living in Worcester, Massachusetts At Goddard House, you’ll live the independent retirement life you love, with supportive services available that provide just the help you need, when you need it. Amenities Beautiful grounds and gardens | Elegantly furnished community living spaces | Well–stocked library | On–site salon, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces for games, computer, and movies | Laundry room | Security and safety features including keyed entry security cameras and emergency pull cords Services Weekly housekeeping | Grounds maintenance and snow removal | Basic cable TV | All utilities except telephone | Van transportation for scheduled activities | On–site podiatry, onsite health screenings. Activities Entertainment and educational programs | Walking club | Exercise classes | Trips to concerts, plays, and local attractions | Bingo and cards | Cocktail gatherings | Pizza parties | Current events discussions | Art and music programs | Hobby groups and clubs Schedule a tour today!

Family and resident feedback

4.0 out of 5 from 9 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Feedback for Goddard House

The overall experience is 5 stars. The staff is wonderful. I have participated in many activities and just returned from a baseball game. I like the fact that I can choose to participate or I can relax in my apartment. The food is pretty good. We have weekly meetings with the director where we discuss what is being done well and where improvements might be made. Management is very receptive to residents input. My apartment is spacious and has lots of windows. The main building is a charming brick building with l

Sharron GJuly 28, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Review for Goddard House

I'm really glad I moved here. The food is decent. The staff are really caring. The residents are a welcoming community.

SGFebruary 11, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

A nice community that makes it feel like home

So on all categories I would give a 5. My mother loves being at Goddard House, her apartment is perfect. She loves the staff members and is very happy there. It is close to us, convenient to the area she knows. People were great, residents were friendly. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely recommend this community to other families, they have been very helpful.

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DonnaApril 24, 2024

★★★★★

Positive

A nice community that makes it feel like home

My mother loves it there, and her apartment is perfect. She loves the staff and she is very happy. Based on the experience we have had so far, yes we would recommend Goddard House to other families looking for a community for their loved ones. They have been very helpful.

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DonnaJuly 7, 2023

★★★★

Positive

A great place for your parents

I love this facility. It's a great place for my mom. She's active and meeting new people here. I'm very pleased with it. The staff are all very helpful and friendly. They're very short staffed right now in the dining area and that's been a challenge. The staff that they do have is great, they just need a few more people. Communication with the family is excellent. Housekeeping is once a week and they do very well. I would absolutely recommend this facility to family and friends.

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AnonymousJanuary 12, 2023

★★★★

Positive

I toured this facility and it was very nice and also close to home. It's an older facility, but very clean. My loved one thought the rooms themselves were nice, but too enclosed and seemed a little dark. She didn't really like it, so we kept on with our search.

LeslieDecember 9, 2022

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Independent Living
Operator
Not yet resolved
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 1, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • Gluten-free
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Room Service
  • Private Dining Room
  • Café or Bistro

Services & convenience

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Housekeeping

Activities & engagement

  • Birthday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Cooking Classes
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Art Classes
  • Activities Off-site
  • Gardening Club
  • Activities On-site
  • Trivia Games
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Outdoor spaces

  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Beauty Salon
  • TV Lounge
  • Outside Patio
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Private Bath
  • Library
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Raised Garden Beds

Apartment & room features

  • Bath Tubs
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Full kitchen
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony

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Move-in fee
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