nursing home in Worcester, MA
Vantage at Worcester LLC
59 Acton Street, Worcester, MA 01604 · (508) 556-5901
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- New owner (last 12 months)
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Vantage at Worcester LLC at a glance
Vantage at Worcester LLC is a 173-bed for-profit nursing home in Worcester, Massachusetts (Worcester County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Massachusetts average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 14, 2026) found 10 health citations. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $122,646.
Nursing staff turnover is 35.2% per year (state average 38.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 173
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 18, 1976
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Worcester County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225219
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.43 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.59 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.52 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.11 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.2% | 38.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45% | 42.6% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 10 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 158 | 51.8 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $122,646 | $34,265 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 173 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 108 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 62.3% | 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) | 2.9% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 11.2% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 29.6% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.3% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10.6% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.1% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7.7% | 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) | 39.1% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.6% | 21.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.6% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.4% | 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) | 0% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 29.2% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 52.6% | 78.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 35 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 6 citations involved actual harm, including 4 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 5, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Complaint | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 March 17, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 February 9, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 9, 2026 |
| September 15, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2025 |
| September 15, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 21, 2025 |
| February 11, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 11, 2025 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 11, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 11, 2025 Complaint | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 24, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 24, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 24, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 24, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 24, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 24, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 24, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| November 5, 2024 Complaint | 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 November 26, 2024 |
| December 20, 2023 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 18, 2024 |
| November 2, 2023 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 30, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 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 18, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2023 |
| August 11, 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 September 18, 2023 |
| August 11, 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 September 18, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $122,646 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 6, 2025 | Fine | $19,135 |
| February 11, 2025 | Fine | $103,511 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| AREM, CHERYL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 25% | 12/29/2025 |
| BROWN, YOSSI Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 25% | 12/29/2025 |
| HERSKOVITZ, MIRIAM Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 25% | 12/29/2025 |
| YUROWITZ, SAM Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 25% | 12/29/2025 |
| VANTAGE WORCESTER REALTY LLC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| ANAND, AJAY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2026 |
| BELEZARIAN, JAMIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| BROWN, YOSSI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| GREEN, MORRIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| IM FAMILY HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| INNOVATIONS HEALTHCARE, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2025 |
| JCA CAPITAL ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| JOHNSON, JERI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| JONES, STEPHANIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| LTC CONSULTING SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| VANTAGE WORCESTER REALTY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| YUROWITZ, SAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| BROWN, YOSSI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| YUROWITZ, SAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| BROWN, YOSSI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| YUROWITZ, SAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| BROWN, YOSSI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| JOHNSON, JERI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| YUROWITZ, SAM Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| ANAND, AJAY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| BELEZARIAN, JAMIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| BROWN, YOSSI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| GREEN, MORRIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| INNOVATIONS HEALTHCARE, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| JOHNSON, JERI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| JONES, STEPHANIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| YUROWITZ, SAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Vantage at Worcester LLC's rating?
Vantage at Worcester LLC has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Massachusetts nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Vantage at Worcester LLC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 10 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Vantage at Worcester LLC 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 Vantage at Worcester LLC?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Vantage at Worcester LLC and how do I contact it?
Vantage at Worcester LLC is at 59 Acton Street, Worcester, MA 01604. Phone: (508) 556-5901.
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.