The Highlands

    335 Nichols St, Fitchburg, MA, 01420
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing

    Pricing

    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.69 · 257 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.7
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Building

      4.8
    • Value

      4.4

    Location

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    About The Highlands

    Nestled amidst the scenic beauty near Wachusett Mountain, Highlands stands as a dedicated care home in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, providing a serene environment complemented by picturesque views. Its proximity to HealthAlliance Hospital further enhances its accessibility for both short-term and long-term residents seeking advanced care solutions. Highlands is designed to cater to a broad spectrum of needs, from short-term rehabilitation and post-operative recovery to extended stays, making it a comprehensive destination for those requiring focused medical attention.

    At Highlands, specialized inpatient rehabilitation forms a cornerstone of its services, ensuring residents receive personalized support and encouragement on their path to recovery. The facility is staffed with an in-house team of therapists and nurses, highly skilled in developing individualized care plans. These care plans are crafted with attention to the unique background, goals, and requirements of each resident. Their coordinated approach, combined with an on-site physician, enables efficient and responsive care, reducing unnecessary wait times and fostering a smoother healing process.

    Recognizing the need for secure, dignified care for those facing memory challenges, Highlands features a dedicated Alzheimer’s and dementia care unit. This secured environment allows residents to receive highly specialized attention, provided by trained professionals dedicated to ensuring both safety and quality of life. Within the facility, a range of comforting spaces such as the Highlands Common Room, Highlands Prayer Room, and Highlands Therapy Room offer places for social interaction, reflection, and therapeutic sessions. Residents also enjoy access to the Highlands Courtyard, a tranquil outdoor space ideal for relaxation and gentle activities.

    Whether residents are seeking rehabilitative therapy, skilled nursing, or memory care, Highlands remains committed to fostering a supportive, compassionate setting. The staff’s dedication to individualized care, combined with thoughtfully designed communal and therapeutic spaces, makes Highlands a trusted home for healing and long-term wellness.

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