nursing home in North Haverhill, NH
Grafton County Nursing Home
3855 Dartmouth College Highway, North Haverhill, NH 03774 · (603) 787-6971
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Grafton County Nursing Home at a glance
Grafton County Nursing Home is a 135-bed government nursing home in North Haverhill, New Hampshire (Grafton County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New Hampshire average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.7 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 (April 2, 2026) found 6 health citations. The New Hampshire average is 4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 135
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Grafton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 305053
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.67 hrs | 3.90 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.67 hrs | 0.78 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.16 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.45 hrs | 3.47 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 28 | 24.6 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire 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 | $7,928 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 135 | 100 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 120 | 81 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 88.6% | 81.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 7.3% | 4.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.3% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 33.7% | 17.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.9% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 29.9% | 22.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15% | 17.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.9% | 13.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 11.9% | 19% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.7% | 25.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.2% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 97.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.8% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.6% | 83% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 74.2% | 86.8% | 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 2, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 11, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | 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 May 14, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 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 May 14, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| January 31, 2025 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 February 19, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 19, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 10, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 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 March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 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 March 7, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 21, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 10, 2025 |
| January 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 21, 2025 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate foot care. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 10, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 8, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTY OF GRAFTON Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1966 |
| DOANE, PETER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2025 |
| FADDEN, HARVEST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2007 |
| GILDING, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| JURENTKUFF, DAWN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/03/2013 |
| LABORE, CRAIG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2012 |
| MCKEAN, TROY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/29/1986 |
| PALMER, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| PORTER, MERRY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| ROBBINS, TAMMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/29/2000 |
| COUNTY OF GRAFTON Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1966 |
| DOANE, PETER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2025 |
| FADDEN, HARVEST Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2007 |
| GILDING, JENNIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| JURENTKUFF, DAWN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2013 |
| LABORE, CRAIG Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2012 |
| MCKEAN, TROY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/29/1986 |
| PALMER, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| PORTER, MERRY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| ROBBINS, TAMMY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/29/2000 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Grafton County Nursing Home's rating?
Grafton County Nursing Home has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New Hampshire nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Grafton County Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a New Hampshire average of 4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Grafton County Nursing Home 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 Grafton County Nursing Home?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Grafton County Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Grafton County Nursing Home is at 3855 Dartmouth College Highway, North Haverhill, NH 03774. Phone: (603) 787-6971.
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.