nursing home in Plymouth, MA
Life Care Center of Plymouth
94 Obery Street, Plymouth, MA 02360 · (508) 747-9800
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Life Care Center of Plymouth at a glance
Life Care Center of Plymouth is a 150-bed for-profit nursing home in Plymouth, Massachusetts (Plymouth County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Massachusetts average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 16, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 28.2% per year (state average 38.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 150
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Centers of America
- Medicare-certified since
- February 10, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Plymouth County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225666
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 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) | 4.07 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.66 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.15 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.57 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.2% | 38.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.7% | 42.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 0 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 0 | 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 | 150 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 142 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.4% | 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) | 3% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.8% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Better |
| 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) | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.3% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.5% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.3% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 8.9% | 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) | 17% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14% | 21.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.4% | 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) | 1.1% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.1% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 78.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 0 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 16, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 30, 2026 |
| June 16, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 10, 2026 |
| March 17, 2025 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2025 |
| March 17, 2025 Fire safety | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0541 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2025 |
| March 17, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2025 |
| March 17, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2025 |
| March 17, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 11, 2025 |
| March 17, 2025 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| January 26, 2024 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 February 9, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BONFARDECI, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2025 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2025 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2002 |
| STEVENSON, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2025 |
| CROSS, CINDY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/21/1994 |
| HENRY, TERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1999 |
| 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 | 09/22/2000 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/03/1993 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/03/1993 |
| BONFARDECI, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2014 |
| FREITAS, GABRIELLA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2024 |
| LONG, ZOFIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2004 |
| BONFARDECI, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2014 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| FREITAS, GABRIELLA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2024 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/1993 |
| LONG, ZOFIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2004 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| STEVENSON, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Life Care Center of Plymouth's rating?
Life Care Center of Plymouth has 5 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 Plymouth receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Life Care Center of Plymouth 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 Plymouth?
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 Plymouth and how do I contact it?
Life Care Center of Plymouth is at 94 Obery Street, Plymouth, MA 02360. Phone: (508) 747-9800.
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.