nursing home in Rochdale, MA
Meadows of Central Massachusetts (the)
111 Huntoon Memorial Highway, Rochdale, MA 01542 · (508) 892-6804
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Meadows of Central Massachusetts (the) at a glance
Meadows of Central Massachusetts (the) is a 135-bed for-profit nursing home in Rochdale, 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 4.6 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 (February 2, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.
Federal regulators fined it 12 times in the past three years, totaling $75,147.
Nursing staff turnover is 32.7% per year (state average 38.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 135
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Vibra Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- March 16, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Worcester County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225668
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) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 4.62 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.56 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.36 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.93 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 32.7% | 38.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 42.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 1 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 18 | 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) | 12 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $75,147 | $34,265 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 12 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 135 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 63 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 47% | 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) | 2.7% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.7% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.5% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.4% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.6% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10.7% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.1% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.2% | 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) | 38.8% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 5.4% | 21.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 87% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 2.5% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 75.8% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 74.7% | 78.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 29 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 2, 2026 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 16, 2026 |
| February 2, 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 16, 2026 |
| February 2, 2026 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 16, 2026 |
| February 2, 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 26, 2026 |
| October 11, 2024 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2024 |
| October 11, 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 22, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 27, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 27, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2024 |
| October 11, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 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 November 27, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 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 November 27, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 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 November 27, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2024 |
| October 11, 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 November 27, 2024 |
| July 19, 2023 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 September 4, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 4, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2023 |
| July 19, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 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 August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 15, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0909 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 15, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 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 August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 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 September 15, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 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 August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2023 |
| July 19, 2023 Standard | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0710 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 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 12 federal penalties in the past three years, including $75,147 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2024 | Fine | $4,938 |
| February 12, 2024 | Fine | $4,938 |
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $14,814 |
| January 8, 2024 | Fine | $4,938 |
| January 2, 2024 | Fine | $4,587 |
| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $13,762 |
| November 6, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 30, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 23, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 17, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 10, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 2, 2023 | Fine | $4,235 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOLLINGER, BRAD Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 09/01/2013 |
| VIBRA HEALTHCARE II, LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 09/01/2013 |
| CREDIT SUISSE AG Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/22/2020 |
| MPT OF ROCHDALE - VIBRA, LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2019 |
| HAUCK, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/04/2018 |
| HOLLINGER, BRAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2013 |
| HOLLINGER, KELLY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| NIEMUTH, TRISHA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| DIOP, BABACAR Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/10/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Meadows of Central Massachusetts (the)'s rating?
Meadows of Central Massachusetts (the) 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 Meadows of Central Massachusetts (the) receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Meadows of Central Massachusetts (the) 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 Meadows of Central Massachusetts (the)?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Vibra Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Meadows of Central Massachusetts (the) and how do I contact it?
Meadows of Central Massachusetts (the) is at 111 Huntoon Memorial Highway, Rochdale, MA 01542. Phone: (508) 892-6804.
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.