2/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
2/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Fairhaven Healthcare Center sits in Lowell’s Pawtucketville neighborhood, a 169-bed nonprofit skilled nursing home founded in 1984 and now led by Michael Takesian. The facility hosts 125 current residents, the majority on Medicaid (59.2%), with meaningful private-pay (38.4%) and scant Medicare (2.4%) populations. Average stays stretch to 172 days, yet occupancy has fallen to 61.4%, nearly a quarter below state averages and ranking 82nd of 92 Massachusetts facilities.
The facility’s 2-star CMS rating lands 37.7% below state performance, driven primarily by quality measure deficits running 39.2% worse than state baselines. Nursing hours average 4 hours 14 minutes daily per resident, marginally below the 4-hour 18-minute state average but the facility’s single below-average metric.
Payroll investment stands at 56.6% of revenue, which is a healthy position within the 54–65% range typical of well-managed operations and with minimal agency dependence at 8.8% contractor hours.
Six inspections across three years (above-average frequency) identified 41 citations and ranked 67th of 89 facilities. Of critical importance: zero critical citations emerged (100% better than state baseline), and only one serious citation (33% better than state norm). Deficiency clusters centered on Quality of Life & Care (41%), Resident Rights (15%), and Pharmacy Services (12%).
The facility’s single federal penalty of $15K issued November 2023 fell 79% below the Massachusetts average, suggesting enforcement action concentrated on lower-severity violations.
Weight loss at 9.1% tracks 75% above state rates. Antipsychotic use reaches 29.9%, 48% worse than state average. Walking ability decline and functional decline both exceed state norms by 18–32%.
Conversely, depressive symptoms remain exceptionally managed at 3.9% (63% better than state), and short-stay antipsychotic new-use hits zero; 100% above state performance. Fall injury rates improved 11% above baseline.
Financial trajectory reversed sharply after a $398K 2022 loss; the facility posted $605K net income in 2023. Yet occupancy collapsed from 73.1% to 61.4%.
Fairhaven Healthcare combines nonprofit governance with strengthened finances but carries persistent quality gaps in nutritional management and functional preservation unsuitable for residents with high dependency needs.
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.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 24th out of 93 homes in Massachusetts for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 26m per day | ▼ 34% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 53m per day | ▼ 8% State avg: 57m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 3m per day | ▼ 10% State avg: 2h 16m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 5m per day | ▼ 11% State avg: 3h 29m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 1m per day | ▼ 86% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 17m per day | ▼ 37% State avg: 27m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
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Massachusetts average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Massachusetts average 32.7
Massachusetts average 7.24
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
36 of 41 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 5 of 41 resulted from complaint investigations.
100% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 0.3
33% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.5
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
29% fewer staff per resident than Massachusetts average
0% compared with Massachusetts average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
All 11 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
11
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
All 34 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
34
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
All 71 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
71
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
1,222 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 71 | 0 | 71 | 23,540 | 92 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 34 | 0 | 34 | 8,622 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 3,737 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,101 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,494 | 67 | 73% | 8.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 969 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 503 | 51 | 55% | 6.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 500 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 480 | 61 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 62 | 67% | 7.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 421 | 51 | 55% | 8.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 224 | 28 | 30% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 126 | 27 | 29% | 4.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 96 | 16 | 17% | 6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 12 | 13% | 1.5 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023
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)
79% lower than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: $72K
42% fewer fines than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.7
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 0.1
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Nov 15, 2023 · $15K
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Nov 15, 2023Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.6
24% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 10.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.6
18% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 20.0
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.7%
32% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 18.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
20.9%
8% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 19.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.1%
14% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 22.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.2%
11% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 3.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.3%
13% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 4.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.0%
47% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 2.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
9.1%
75% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 5.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.9%
63% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 10.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
29.9%
48% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 20.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.2%
11% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 91.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.6%
10% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 94.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
46.4%
39% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 76.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
63.0%
19% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 77.7%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
29% of new residents, often for short stays.
46% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
125Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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.
Historical financial and operational data for Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs.
Rank #70 / 96Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 70th out of 96 homes in Massachusetts. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Massachusetts average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay.
Rank #23 / 96Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 96 homes in Massachusetts. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Massachusetts average. Well-run Massachusetts facilities typically land around 54–65% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
New residents most often arrive under Medicaid (46% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 10 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
1.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lowell's city center to Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 9.89 miles to nearest hospital (St. Joseph Hospital)
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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
| Belvidere Healthcare Center | NH AL | Lowell (Belvidere) | 115
Facility
115
MA AVG
94
Rank
#70 / 280 |
62.1%
Facility
62.1%
MA AVG
82%
Rank
#82 / 96 | -24% | 3.51
Facility
3.51
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#72 / 93 | -77% | -11% | $13.5k
Facility
$13.5k
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#67 / 94 | 49
Facility
49
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#81 / 93 | 12.3
Facility
12.3
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#87 / 93 | 3 | 74 | - |
74
Facility
74
MA AVG
53
Rank
#152 / 499 | Diane Tessier-Efstathiou | $9.0M
Facility
$9.0M
MA AVG
$17.4M
Rank
#84 / 96 | $5.7M
Facility
$5.7M
MA AVG
$6.5M
Rank
#86 / 96 | 63.6%
Facility
63.6%
MA AVG
43.6%
Rank
#42 / 96 | 225489 | ||||
| Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing | NH AL | Lowell (Pawtucketville) | 169
Facility
169
MA AVG
94
Rank
#14 / 280 |
61.4%
Facility
61.4%
MA AVG
82%
Rank
#84 / 96 | -25% | 4.23
Facility
4.23
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#24 / 93 | -42% | +8% | $15.0k
Facility
$15.0k
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#68 / 94 | 41
Facility
41
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#71 / 93 | 6.8
Facility
6.8
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#55 / 93 | 1 | 125 | A+ |
40
Facility
40
MA AVG
53
Rank
#313 / 499 | Michael Takesian | $12.6M
Facility
$12.6M
MA AVG
$17.4M
Rank
#72 / 96 | $6.7M
Facility
$6.7M
MA AVG
$6.5M
Rank
#70 / 96 | 53.6%
Facility
53.6%
MA AVG
43.6%
Rank
#23 / 96 | 225458 | ||||
| D‘Youville Life and Wellness Community | NH AL HC IL MC NC | Lowell (Pawtucketville) | 208
Facility
208
MA AVG
94
Rank
#6 / 280 |
95.2%
Facility
95.2%
MA AVG
82%
Rank
#12 / 96 | +16% | 3.68
Facility
3.68
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#58 / 93 | -44% | -6% | $0
Facility
$0
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#1 / 94 | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#52 / 93 | 5.8
Facility
5.8
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#45 / 93 | 1 | 198 | - |
19
Facility
19
MA AVG
53
Rank
#426 / 499 | D'youville Leadership Solutions, Inc | $24.2M
Facility
$24.2M
MA AVG
$17.4M
Rank
#9 / 96 | $15.5M
Facility
$15.5M
MA AVG
$6.5M
Rank
#6 / 96 | 64.2%
Facility
64.2%
MA AVG
43.6%
Rank
#19 / 96 | 225515 |
Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is located in Lowell, Massachusetts.
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Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is in the Pawtucketville neighborhood of Lowell.
Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing's occupancy is 61.4%.
Yes — there are 2 photos of Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in the photo gallery on this page.
Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is located at 476 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA 01854.
(978) 458-3388 will put you in contact with the team at Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing.
Yes — Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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