Wachusett Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
(formerly Wachusett Manor) is a 96-bed nursing home located in Gardner, Massachusetts. We are conveniently located only a five minute drive from Heywood Hospital. We have been serving the Gardner, Fitchburg, and Leominster areas for over 60 years.
Wachusett Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
offers short-term rehabilitation, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. We also offer long-term care, respite care, and end-of-life services. We are located on top of Hospital Hill and have beautiful scenic views. We are a family-friendly facility and we provide excellent personalized care. We have a well-manicured large lawn and a gorgeous courtyard area for our residents to explore.
Available Services
Accepted Insurances
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance (CCA)
- Fallon Health Plans including NaviCare
- Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
- Harvard Pilgrim
- Medicaid – Masshealth
- Medicaid Pending
- Medicare
- Private Pay
- Senior Whole Health
- Tricare
- US Family Health Plan
- United Healthcare (UHC)
- Wellcare
Wachusett Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Wachusett Rehab and Nursing Center provides compassionate post-acute short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care. Our dedicated team focuses on personalized treatment, comfort, and helping every resident regain strength and independence.
March is National Social Worker Month, and we are proud to recognize the incredible dedication, compassion, and resilience of our social workers.
Every single day, our social workers go above and beyond to support our residents — advocating for their needs, offering guidance during difficult times, and helping create a safe, supportive, and caring environment. Their work often happens behind the scenes, but its impact is felt in every success story, every comforted family, and every life improved.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment, your empathy, and the heart you bring to everything you do. We are truly grateful for all that you do for our residents and our community.
Please join us in celebrating and thanking our amazing social workers this month and always! 💙
#NationalSocialWorkerMonth #ThankYouSocialWorkers #SocialWorkMatters #CommunityCare #makingadifference #gratitude
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There’s nothing like shopping day at Wachusett Rehab! 🛍️
Each week, our residents look forward to visiting the Resident Store — a special time to browse, pick out favorite snacks, personal items, and little treats that make the week brighter.
It’s more than just shopping — it’s independence, choice, and something fun to anticipate. We love seeing the smiles it brings! 💙
#WachusettRehab #LifeAtWachusett #ResidentExperience
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We love staying connected with our community! 💙
Our amazing Activities Director Pam from Wachusett Rehab and Nursing Center volunteers once a month to call Bingo at the Gardner Senior Center — and it’s always a great time! 🎉
There’s nothing better than bringing people together for some friendly competition, lots of laughs, and maybe even a little luck. 🍀
If you’re in the area next month, come join us at the Gardner Senior Center for Bingo and say hello! We’d love to see some familiar faces and meet new friends, too.
#WachusettRehab #CommunityConnections #GardnerSeniorCenter #BingoFun #SeniorActivities #StrongerTogether
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Pam is the rock for Wachusett Manor nursing home
Our residents had a wonderful time celebrating Valentine’s Day with a special performance by Elvis! The music, dancing, and smiles made it a day full of fun and sweet memories. ❤️🎶
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