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.

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As a member of the Athena Health Care Systems, Northwood Rehabilitation and Health Care focuses on skilled nursing and short-term care for seniors in Lowell. The nursing home is composed of a professional care staff who brings not only excellence to the recovery of every senior; residents can genuinely feel the high-end quality of care in a nurturing environment.
Expect nothing but quality regarding Northwood service: 24/7 skilled nursing with specialized therapy programs, post-hospital care, hospice care, home health care, assisted living, and memory care services. Comprehensive services include behavioral management, wound care, tracheostomy care, respiratory treatments, etc.
Scott Wheeler serves as the Interim Administrator at Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. He leads the community with dedication, overseeing the care of residents and staff to ensure high-quality short-term rehab and long-term care services. Scott is committed to guiding families through their healthcare decisions with professionalism and compassion.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
30% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
59% of new residents, often for short stays.
12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
2.7 miles from city center
1010 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA 01854
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 7.8 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 9 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 59 | 7.4 | No |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 59 | 0 | 59 | 19,691 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 0 | 24 | 6,335 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,129 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,305 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,594 | 89 | 98% | 7.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,579 | 71 | 78% | 7.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,126 | 89 | 98% | 6.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 477 | 55 | 60% | 8.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 475 | 61 | 67% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 463 | 60 | 66% | 7.7 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 365 | 49 | 54% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 318 | 45 | 49% | 7.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 225 | 30 | 33% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 127 | 18 | 20% | 7.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 108 | 27 | 30% | 4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 37 | 5 | 5% | 7.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 3% | 5 |
Source: CMS Health Citations (Sep 2022 – Aug 2024)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | E | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0759 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | G | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0698 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0699 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | G | Quality of Care | F0740 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | E | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0552 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0580 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0583 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Jun 05, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0610 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Nursing Services | F0712 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Nutrition | F0808 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | E | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Pharmacy | F0759 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0679 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | G | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0699 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | E | Quality of Care | F0791 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | E | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Aug 10, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Dec 22, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Dec 22, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0580 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | G | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0610 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | E | Nursing Services | F0710 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | D | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0685 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | G | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | H | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0791 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0637 | Corrected |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
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)
Showing all 2 penalties (Aug 2023 - Aug 2024)
Historical financial and operational data for Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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