nursing home in Acton, MA
Life Care Center of Acton
One Great Road, Acton, MA 01720 · (978) 263-9101
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Life Care Center of Acton at a glance
Life Care Center of Acton is a 155-bed for-profit nursing home in Acton, Massachusetts (Middlesex 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 (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 21, 2025) found 2 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
- 155
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Centers of America
- Medicare-certified since
- October 27, 1969
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Middlesex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225191
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) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 4.04 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.52 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.30 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.46 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) | 53.3% | 42.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 17 | 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 | 155 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 121 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 77.9% | 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) | 2.2% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.4% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.5% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 3.9% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 3.8% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.3% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.3% | 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) | 15.1% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.2% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.6% | 92.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.8% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 79.4% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 75.2% | 78.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 21, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 11, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 8, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 8, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 8, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 15, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 8, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 8, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 8, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 1, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 1, 2025 |
| May 28, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 19, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| December 15, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2023 |
| December 15, 2022 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 23, 2023 |
| December 15, 2022 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 January 13, 2023 |
| December 15, 2022 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2023 |
| December 15, 2022 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2023 |
| December 15, 2022 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2023 |
| December 15, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2023 |
| December 15, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2023 |
| December 15, 2022 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 January 23, 2023 |
| December 15, 2022 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2023 |
| December 15, 2022 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOYE, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/06/2025 |
| KAMENS, EDWARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/03/2025 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2000 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2000 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2017 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/1976 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2001 |
| CROSS, CINDY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/21/1994 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/02/2020 |
| HENRY, TERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1999 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/08/2018 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/1976 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2011 |
| THURMOND, JOAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2000 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1999 |
| CROSS, CINDY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/20/2025 |
| FOYE, CHRISTOPHER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/28/2015 |
| LAFORTUNE, KENEE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2019 |
| LONG, ZOFIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/1999 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| FOYE, CHRISTOPHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/28/2015 |
| KAMENS, EDWARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2017 |
| LAFORTUNE, KENEE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2019 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2017 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1986 |
| LONG, ZOFIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/1999 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/27/2024 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/1976 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2001 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Life Care Center of Acton's rating?
Life Care Center of Acton 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 Acton receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Life Care Center of Acton 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 Acton?
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 Acton and how do I contact it?
Life Care Center of Acton is at One Great Road, Acton, MA 01720. Phone: (978) 263-9101.
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.