nursing home in Leominster, MA
Life Care Center of Leominster
370 West Street, Leominster, MA 01453 · (978) 537-0771
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Life Care Center of Leominster at a glance
Life Care Center of Leominster is a 133-bed for-profit nursing home in Leominster, Massachusetts (Worcester County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Massachusetts average of 3.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 21, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 42.9% per year (state average 38.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 133
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Centers of America
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Worcester County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225038
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.02 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.32 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.28 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.55 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 38.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 62.5% | 42.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 32 | 51.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $34,265 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 133 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 117 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87.7% | 82.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0.6% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.8% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15.3% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.8% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4.8% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.3% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 8.2% | 15.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 22.3% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.4% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.9% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 71.5% | 92.6% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.5% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 60.2% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 36.2% | 78.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 29, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2026 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 21, 2025 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| July 1, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELKERM, ASHRAF Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/13/2025 |
| FAIRLAWN MEDICAL INVESTORS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/25/2012 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/13/2025 |
| MAGUE, SAMANTHA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/13/2025 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/25/2012 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2017 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2005 |
| CROSS, CINDY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2005 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/02/2020 |
| HENRY, TERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2005 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2018 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2011 |
| THURMOND, JOAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2005 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2005 |
| FAIRLAWN MEDICAL, INC. Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/19/2004 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/19/2004 |
| LONG, ZOFIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2005 |
| MAGUE, SAMANTHA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/21/2022 |
| PINNOCK, TRACY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2024 |
| ELKERM, ASHRAF Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2017 |
| FAIRLAWN MEDICAL, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2019 |
| FAIRLAWN MEDICAL INVESTORS, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2005 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2005 |
| LONG, ZOFIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2005 |
| MAGUE, SAMANTHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/21/2022 |
| PINNOCK, TRACY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2024 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/06/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Life Care Center of Leominster's rating?
Life Care Center of Leominster has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Massachusetts nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Life Care Center of Leominster receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Life Care Center of Leominster accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Life Care Center of Leominster?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Life Care Centers of America. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Life Care Center of Leominster and how do I contact it?
Life Care Center of Leominster is at 370 West Street, Leominster, MA 01453. Phone: (978) 537-0771.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.