Nursing Home

Life Care Center of Leominster

Nursing Home

Life Care Center of Leominster

370 West St, Leominster, MA 01453 View map
Overview of Life Care Center of Leominster

Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Leominster, MA, Life Care Center of Leominster is a serene senior living community, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. A well-experienced team of nurses are available 24/7 to fulfill residents’ individual needs and help them recover successfully. With safe accommodations and individualized care plans, residents are sure to regain their abilities in a supportive environment.

Physical, occupational, and speech therapies are also offered to give residents the services they need to recover successfully. Most of residents’ chores are handled to let them enjoy the community’s activities and amenities. Residents here also enjoy the community’s fine dining program with healthy and tasty meals tailored to their nutritional needs.

(978) 537-0771

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Massachusetts average: 3.2/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3/5
Massachusetts average: 3.0/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Massachusetts average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
Massachusetts average: 3.3/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 49m per day

This home provides 11% less nursing time per resident than the Massachusetts average.

Massachusetts average: 4h 18m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 10m per day 28m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Massachusetts average
Occupancy rate 86.8%
Residents per day (avg) 117
Occupancy rate
86.8%
Residents per day (avg)
117

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

39% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 19 days

Private pay

45% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$22.6M
Operating loss
-$1.7M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$22,566,291.00
Operating loss
$-1,735,478.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$9.1M
40.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$15.2M
Total costs $24.3M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 31 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 225038
Awards: Best Nursing Home

Ownership & operating entity

Profit status: for-profit

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features: 24-hour security and fire safety systems.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Contact: Ms. Susanna Macary, Executive Director

Care Services

Alzheimer's Certification
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

24-hour skilled nursing care
therapy seven days a week
individualized treatment plans
beauty salon and barber shop
complimentary wireless Internet
daily activity schedule
landscaped grounds and courtyards
library
transportation services.

Programs & Activities

Activities
Daily activity schedule available.
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
Religious Services
Yes

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Fine dining program with a certified dietitian.

What does this home offer?

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Accept Medicaid: Yes, Accept

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Total Residents: 133 Residents

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Three Meals Per Day

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Fitness and Recreation

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Transportation Services

Types of Care at Life Care Center of Leominster

Skilled Nursing Nursing Care
Contact Life Care Center of Leominster

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Massachusetts average 4.5


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 21
Citations per inspection
5.25

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

19 of 21 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 21 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 2
33% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.5

0 critical citations More info Massachusetts average: 0.3

2 serious citations More info Massachusetts average: 1.5

19 moderate citations More info Massachusetts average: 29.7

0 minor citations More info Massachusetts average: 1.3
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Aug 21, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Aug 21, 2025
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Aug 21, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Aug 21, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Leominster

The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
Life Care Center of Leominster
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Leominster
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31
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86.8%
$22,492,260.00
$9,079,154.00
40.4%
117
3/5
3.8224
3/5
2/5
4/5
2
21
2
-32%
-3%
+6%
Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Address 1.2 miles from city center

Address 370 West St, Leominster, MA 01453

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

216
Total Staff
185
Employees
31
Contractors
52,944
Total Hours (Quarter)
76
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse197.4 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse528 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant808 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
159 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
10 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services
27 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
2 staff
3.6hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Dietary Services
13 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
2.3%
of total hours from contractors
1,205 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 3 Licensed Practical Nurse: 16 Registered Nurse: 6 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 5
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant7738024,69791100%8
Licensed Practical Nurse36165212,32991100%8
Other Dietary Services Staff120122,62091100%6.7
Registered Nurse136192,5648998%7.4
Physical Therapy Assistant7072,1389099%7.4
RN Director of Nursing6061,3657582%7.6
Speech Language Pathologist5051,1017987%6.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist8081,0527987%6.1
Mental Health Service Worker2029216673%7.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician5059037886%7.9
Administrator1015206571%8
Qualified Social Worker1015156470%8
Nurse Practitioner2024966268%8
Dietitian1014325560%7.9
Occupational Therapy Aide3033935055%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide2023746369%5.9
Qualified Activities Professional1012516268%4.1
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist1011705560%3.1
Occupational Therapy Assistant0556189%6.1
Medical Director0113822%19
Nurse Aide in Training202567%0.8

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
116 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
17 residents (14.7%)
Medicaid
69 residents (59.5%)
Private pay or other
30 residents (25.9%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.3
19% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 10.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 18.2
9% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 20.0

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Massachusetts avg: 3.5 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.5%
38% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 18.7%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 14.2%
27% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 19.3%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 29.0%
31% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 22.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.5%
26% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.6%
42% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 4.7%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.9%
58% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 2.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.6%
11% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 5.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 10.8%
In line with Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 10.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 13.7%
32% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 20.3%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 78.6%
15% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 91.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.9%
In line with Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 94.8%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.87
In line with Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.86

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.10
36% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.54

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Massachusetts avg: 3.4 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 38.6%
50% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 76.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.2%
8% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 60.2%
23% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 77.7%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 27.2%
5% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 25.8%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.4%
29% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 11.8%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.4%
47% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 78.3%
46% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 61.6%
22% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 50.6%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $55K
23% lower than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: $72K

Number of fines 1
42% fewer fines than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $55K
Massachusetts average $72K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Apr 26, 2023
$55K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

Age 60+, Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

~$1,500/month (individual, varies by region).

$2,000 (individual, excludes home, car).

Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Frail Elder Waiver

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+, Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Age 65+, Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).

Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Age 65+ or disabled, Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Age 65+ or disabled, Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).

No strict limit; copays vary by income (~$24,980-$75,000/year individual).

Not assessed.

Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Massachusetts SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand statewide.