The Briarwood Community was ranked first in Massachusetts and fifteenth in the nation in Newsweek’s America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities 2025. This is the second year in a row that Briarwood Continuing Care Retirement Community, located in Worcester, MA, has been named #1 in the state.  

Briarwood, a managed property of Rogerson Communities, is honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s best continuing care retirement communities for 2025. The recognition reinforces Briarwood’s dedication to offering high-quality care and services to older adults, including living options such as independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care.  

“This tremendous honor belongs to the staff and residents who make The Briarwood Community the incredible place it is,” says Executive Director Andrew Freilich. “Our entire community is proud of this distinction.” 

Briarwood offers a wide range of services and amenities, including on-site healthcare and rehabilitation services, a state-of-the-art fitness center and programs, scheduled transportation, social activities, and a home companion program. The community’s holistic approach to care ensures that residents feel valued, supported, and empowered to live their lives to the fullest.  

“It’s an honor to call Briarwood part of the Rogerson family,” notes Walter Ramos, President and CEO of Rogerson Communities and board member of LeadingAge on the state and national level. “Rogerson and Briarwood are united by a common mission and shared goals: to provide quality housing for older adults, a nurturing and compassionate community, and access to excellent health care. We are exceedingly proud of the impact Briarwood continues to have on Worcester-area families and the community.” 

America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities 2025 was identified through an independent survey with thousands of participants. The survey highlighted the following parameters: National Online Survey, Accreditation Score, Visitor Satisfaction Score, and Google Reviews Score, as well as an additional quality assurance process. 

This prestigious award is presented in collaboration with Statista, the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list can be viewed on Newsweek’s website here.