Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

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Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

476 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA 01854 View Map
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Overview of Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing boasts its services are delivered with only the best in its class brought by its premier level of care entrusted to residents. The nursing home boasts its innovative and modern approach to senior care; they have ensured that they provide a spectrum of care as they understand the unique needs of each individual. Fairhaven Healthcare has undoubtedly raised the standard for rehabilitative care.
The nursing home is focused on conducting results-driven programs with cutting-edge technologies that specifically cater to the varying needs of the residents. Specializing in an advanced level of recovery found in their short-term and long-term services that care for stroke recovery, tube feeding, digestive disorder management, diabetes management, wound care, cardiac care, and hospice care.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Massachusetts average: 2.9/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Massachusetts average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Massachusetts average: 3.0/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5
Massachusetts average: 3.2/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
4h 14m per day

This home provides 8% more nursing time per resident than the state average.

Massachusetts average: 3h 56m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 169

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Massachusetts average
Occupancy rate 61.4%
Residents per day (avg) 116
Occupancy rate
61.4%
Residents per day (avg)
116

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 27 days

Private pay

29% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

46% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$13.1M
Surplus of revenue
$604.7K
Voluntary non-profit home Other
Home revenue
$13,092,076.00
Surplus of revenue
$604,679.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.0M
45.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.5M
Total costs $12.5M
Years in operation
42 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Staffing

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

Leadership

Contact: Mr. Joseph Deveau, Administrator

Staff Composition

Total Employees
180
Full-Time Employees
180

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Well-Appointed patient suites
Fine dining with a variety of menu options
Cozy lounges and activity areas
Gorgeous rotunda with panoramic views
Patio
Complimentary wireless internet and cable
Housekeeping and laundry services
Engaging recreational activities

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
24 Hour Licensed Nursing, Medical Management, Rehabilitation, Memory Care, Post-Operative Care, Medication Management, Nutrition and Hydration Management, Pain Management, Respiratory Care, Wound Care, Cardiac Care, Diabetes Management, Digestive Disorder Management, Discharge Planning, Ventilator Program, Renal Disease Management, Specialized Meal Planning, Stroke Recovery, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Total Joint Replacement Therapy, Amputation Therapy, Post Fracture Care, Open Heart Surgery Therapy, Reconditioning/Strengthening, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Treatment of Swallowing Disorders, Mobile Swallow Studies, TENS, Ultrasound, Urinary Incontinence Management, Diathermy, Respite, Hospice

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Fine dining with a variety of menu options.
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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

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

Lowell (Pawtucketville)
169
No
A+
40
TAKESIAN, MICHAEL
61.4%
$12,773,029.00
$5,972,787.00
46.8%
116.40
2/5
4.2329
2/5
3/5
2/5
1
41
1
-63%
+8%
-25%
Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

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

Lowell (Pawtucketville)
123
No
-
21
-
90.9%
$26,835,559.00
$9,491,511.00
35.4%
117.20
1/5
2.9145
1/5
2/5
3/5
2
56
7
-38%
-26%
+11%
Lowell General Hospital Palliative Care
AL

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

2nd Floor (Pawtucketville)
-
No
-
44
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Tufts Medicine Care at Home
AL

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

Lowell (South Lowell)
-
No
-
57
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

Places of interest near Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Address 1.7 miles from city center — 9.89 miles to nearest hospital (St. Joseph Hospital)

Address 476 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA 01854

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

125
Total Staff
114
Employees
11
Contractors
42,629
Total Hours (Quarter)
62
Avg Staff/Day
7.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse66.3 No
Licensed Practical Nurse267.7 No
Certified Nursing Assistant627.6 No
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
97 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
3 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Therapy Services
10 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
1.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services
12 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
3%
of total hours from contractors
1,258 contractor hours this quarter
Other Dietary Services Staff: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant6206223,29091100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse260269,95291100%7.7
Other Dietary Services Staff101112,19591100%7.2
Registered Nurse6061,6018998%6.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist2021,0177279%8.2
RN Director of Nursing3039856470%7.9
Dietitian1015256571%8.1
Speech Language Pathologist0225226673%7.9
Administrator1015126470%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0334846470%6.6
Nurse Practitioner1014736066%7.9
Mental Health Service Worker1014325459%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1013954954%8.1
Physical Therapy Aide0221853336%5.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician022391820%2.1
Qualified Social Worker011251415%1.8

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Massachusetts average 4.5


Last Health inspection on Oct 2024

Total health citations 41
Citations per inspection
6.83

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.

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 1
33% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.5

0 critical citations More info Massachusetts average: 0.3

1 serious citation More info Massachusetts average: 1.5

39 moderate citations More info Massachusetts average: 29.7

1 minor citation More info Massachusetts average: 1.3
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Oct 23, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Oct 23, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Oct 23, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Oct 23, 2024
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Prime Healthcare
Resident Census by Payment Source
125 Total Residents
Medicare 3 (2.4%)
Medicaid 74 (59.2%)
Private Pay/Other 48 (38.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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. 12.6
24% worse 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. 23.6
18% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 20.0

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 24.7%
32% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 18.7%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 20.9%
8% worse 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 25.1%
14% 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 3.2%
11% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.3%
13% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 4.7%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.0%
47% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 2.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 9.1%
75% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 5.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 3.9%
63% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 10.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 29.9%
48% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 20.3%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 82.2%
11% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 91.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 85.6%
10% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 94.8%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 46.4%
39% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 76.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 63.0%
19% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 77.7%

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 $15K
79% 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 $15K
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. Nov 15, 2023
$15K

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.

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