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Nursing Home in Warwick
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Avalon Nursing Home
Nursing Home in Warwick
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Avalon Nursing Home
Overview of Avalon Nursing Home
Avalon Nursing Home is a trusted and established nursing care facility located in Warwick, Rhode Island. This assisted living community is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of its senior residents. They pride themselves on maintaining a safe environment and have a team of compassionate and reliable staff members who are always available 24/7.
Avalon Nursing Home ensures that only the most qualified and caring caregivers are selected. Each caregiver is carefully matched with residents based on their specific needs and preferences. Creating a warm and welcoming environment is a top priority and they understand the importance of making residents feel comfortable and cared for, and strives to maintain a supportive atmosphere at all times.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
31
This home is often near full
That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.
Occupancy rate
96.8%
Residents per day (avg)
30
Occupancy rate
96.8%
Residents per day (avg)
30
31-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 47 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
In line with Rhode Island averageOccupied beds
30 / 31
Average residents
95 per day
Facility TypeNursing Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 18, 1909
ExpirationDecember 31, 2025
License NumberLTC00446
CMS Certification Number415060
Avalon Nursing Home is legally operated by David Kowalik.
Nursing Home
31 units
Total beds
31 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. David Kowalik, Manager
Total Employees
40
Full-Time Employees
40
Fax(401) 738-9430
Specific ProgramsNurses, Nursing Care, Nursing Home Services, Rehabilitation Equipment
Types of Care at Avalon Nursing Home
Skilled Nursing
Inspection History
In Rhode Island, the Department of Health, Center for Health Facilities Regulation is the primary authority for inspecting, licensing, and reporting on all long-term care facilities.
9 visits/inspections
4 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
1 routine inspections
2 other visits
Results
6 with issues
3 without issues
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Latest inspection
Date
June 25, 2025
Follow Up52 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Rhode Island average: 34 deficiencies
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
5
Rhode Island average 8.3
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Total health citations
25
Rhode Island average 28.1
Citations per inspection
5
Rhode Island average 3.48
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
23 of 25 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 25 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 1.6
Serious Health citations
1
1
41% better than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 1.7
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
23 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Environmental moderate citation
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
May 30, 2025
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
May 30, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
May 30, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
May 30, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
May 30, 2025
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
May 30, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
May 30, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
May 30, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Warwick The information below is reported by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Center for Health Facilities Regulation.
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Kent Regency Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
RC
Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
Warwick
153
94.7%
+13%
2.85
-29%
0
22
2.4
0
144
-
21
Genesis Ri Holdings Llc
$28.4M
$8.1M
28.7%
415009
Avalon Nursing Home
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Warwick
31
97.1%
+16%
4.84
+21%
0
25
5.0
1
30
A+
47
Kowalik, David
-
-
-
415060
Brentwood Nursing Home
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC
Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Warwick
57
91.6%
+9%
3.94
-2%
3
33
4.1
5
82
C+
23
Pollack, Joseph
$7.2M
$3.4M
47.4%
415023
Sunny View Nursing Home
HC
Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Warwick
57
92.9%
+11%
3.94
-2%
3
33
4.1
5
50
-
33
Pollack, Joseph
$7.2M
$3.4M
47.4%
415023
West View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
West Warwick
120
73.5%
-12%
3.18
-21%
3
27
5.4
6
98
-
52
Westview Holdco Llc
$11.6M
$5.8M
49.7%
415067
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
49
Employees
38
Contractors
11
Staff to resident ratio
1.63:1
7% worse than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average ratio: 1.76:1
Avg staff/day
17
Average shift
7.8 hours
0% compared with Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 7.6 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
12,079
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
9
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
0
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
0 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
0 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
27
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
11.2%
1,347 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 4
Physician Assistant: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 23 | 4 | 27 | 7,446 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,215 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 492 | 66 | 73% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 270 | 36 | 40% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 259 | 51 | 56% | 5.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 167 | 44 | 48% | 3.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 91 | 13 | 14% | 7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 72 | 40 | 44% | 1.8 |
| Physician Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 38 | 25 | 27% | 1.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 28 | 13 | 14% | 2.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 4 | 4% | 4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 3% | 3 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 3% | 3 |
27 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
1 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
73%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
71%
1 Administrator
% of Days
70%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
40%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
56%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
48%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
14%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
44%
1 Physician Assistant
% of Days
27%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
14%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
4%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
30 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicaid
30 residents (100%)
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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.3
29% better than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 10.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.1
30% better than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 20.2
Long-stay resident measures
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
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
14.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
14.9%
23% better than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 19.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.3%
49% better than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 18.2%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.1%
21% better than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 22.9%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.0%
37% worse than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 3.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
0.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
0.0%
100% better than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 4.7%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.7%
26% better than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 2.3%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.3%
36% worse than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
8.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
8.5%
37% better than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 13.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
27.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
27.0%
26% worse than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 21.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.3%
In line with Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 93.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Rhode Island averageRhode Island average: 95.3%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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