Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a Hospice Home in Massachusetts

Fairhaven Healthcare Center for… is a Hospice Home in Massachusetts

Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

476 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA 01854 View Map

Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a Hospice Home in Massachusetts

Fairhaven Healthcare Center for… is a Hospice Home in Massachusetts

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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.

(978) 458-3388

Managed by DON Home

Administrator

DON Home serves as the Administrator at Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. The community benefits from a dedicated team with extensive experience in various specialties, fostering a warm and positive atmosphere focused on compassionate care and skilled treatment.

Home Information FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER
  • Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The facility operates with a larger bed count than most state competitors, supporting broader intake. Residents tend to stay here longer than similar facilities across the state.

  • Home revenue sits below most peers, indicating modest billing throughput. Payroll costs fall below most facilities, hinting at lean staffing budgets. Total income mirrors statewide norms, reflecting a balanced margin profile.

  • Medicare nights track the statewide midpoint, keeping volumes steady. Medicaid nights fall below most peers, pointing to lighter Medicaid reliance. Private pay nights trail most peers, signaling limited market-rate volume.

Occupancy
Beds
169
Occupancy
66.2%
Total Bed Days Available
25857
Avg. Length of Stay
210 days
Avg. Residents per Day
116
Finance
Home Revenue
$4,819,672.00
Payroll Costs
$2,230,938.00
Profit
$-398,672.00
Total Home Costs
$5,175,768.00
Payroll % of Revenue Info Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
46.3%
House Specifics:
CCN
225458
Owner Name
TAKESIAN, MICHAEL
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
Middlesex
Type of Control
Proprietary — Individual
Operations
Total Admissions
108
Total Discharges
90
% Medicaid Admissions
45%
% Medicare Admissions
21%
% Private Pay Admissions
33%
% Medicaid Discharges
68%
% Medicare Discharges
7%
% Private Pay Discharges
26%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating Info CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
2 / 5
Health Inspection Rating Info Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2 / 5
Staffing Rating Info Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3 / 5
QM Rating Info Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day Info Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4.23 hrs
Number of Fines
1
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights Info Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
16354
Medicaid Nights Info Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
676
Free Market Nights Info Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
1862
Years in operation
18+ 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)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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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
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Address 1.7 miles from city center

Address 476 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA 01854

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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
Compare Hospice Homes around Lowell
Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
AL

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

Lowell
169
No
A+
40
TAKESIAN, MICHAEL
66.2%
$4,819,672.00
$2,230,938.00
46.3%
116.40
2/5
4.2329
2/5
3/5
2/5
1
Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
AL

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

Lowell
123
No
-
21
-
94.0%
$26,529,801.00
$9,635,878.00
36.3%
117.20
1/5
2.9145
1/5
2/5
3/5
2
Lowell General Hospital Palliative Care
AL

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

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

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

Lowell
-
No
-
57
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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

Source: CMS Health Citations (Oct 2022 – Oct 2024)

6
Inspections
41
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
6.83
Citations/Inspection
Oct 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
1
Moderate (D-F)
39
Serious (G-I)
1
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
17
41% of total
Resident Rights
6
15% of total
Pharmacy Services
5
12% of total
Infection Control
2
5% of total
Administration
1
2% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
2% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 36
Complaint Investigations 5
State Comparison (MA)
Avg Citations (State)
32.7
This Facility: 41
Avg Critical (State)
0.3
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Oct 23, 2024 E Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D NutritionF0808 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D PharmacyF0759 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D Quality of CareF0686 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D Quality of CareF0690 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D Quality of CareF0692 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 E Quality of CareF0695 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D Quality of CareF0698 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 E Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D Care PlanningF0842 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 D Resident RightsF0550 Corrected
Mar 28, 2024 E Resident RightsF0561 Corrected
Dec 19, 2023 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 D Abuse/NeglectF0604 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 C Nursing ServicesF0732 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 E PharmacyF0759 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 D Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 G Quality of CareF0692 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 D Quality of CareF0693 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 D Quality of CareF0695 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 D Quality of CareF0698 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 E Care PlanningF0842 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 D Resident RightsF0554 Corrected
Nov 15, 2023 D Resident RightsF0580 Corrected
May 11, 2023 D AdministrationF0773 Corrected
May 11, 2023 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
May 11, 2023 D Resident RightsF0584 Corrected
Oct 20, 2022 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Oct 20, 2022 D PharmacyF0759 Corrected
Oct 20, 2022 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Oct 20, 2022 D Quality of CareF0694 Corrected
Oct 20, 2022 D Quality of CareF0791 Corrected
Oct 20, 2022 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Oct 20, 2022 D Care PlanningF0842 Corrected
Oct 20, 2022 D Resident RightsF0550 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
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Home Care Program
  • General: Age 60+, Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,500/month (individual, varies by region).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual, excludes home, car).
  • MA Specifics: Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/day), homemaker services, respite care (up to 14 days/year), adult day care (~$75/day).
Frail Elder Waiver
Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • MA Specifics: Requires clinical eligibility determination.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$75/day), home health services.
Senior Care Options (SCO)
Massachusetts Senior Care Options
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
  • MA Specifics: Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite (240 hours/year), adult
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • MA Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care
Official government program page
  • General: Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
  • Income Limits (2025): Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed; need-based.
  • MA Specifics: 27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
  • Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training, supplies (~$500/year).
Prescription Advantage
Massachusetts Prescription Advantage
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).
  • Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; copays vary by income (~$24,980-$75,000/year individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • MA Specifics: Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.
  • Services: Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug), fills coverage gaps, catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • MA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$15/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • MA Specifics: High veteran demand statewide.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Massachusetts Seniors

MassHealth Home Care

Home Care Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,500/month (individual, varies by region).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual, excludes home, car).
  • MA Specifics:
    Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/day), homemaker services, respite care (up to 14 days/year), adult day care (~$75/day).
Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Frail Elder Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • MA Specifics:
    Requires clinical eligibility determination.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$75/day), home health services.
Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
  • MA Specifics:
    Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite (240 hours/year), adult
Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • MA Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed; need-based.
  • MA Specifics:
    27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training, supplies (~$500/year).
Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Prescription Advantage

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).
  • Income Limits (2025):
    No strict limit; copays vary by income (~$24,980-$75,000/year individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • MA Specifics:
    Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug), fills coverage gaps, catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered).
Massachusetts SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • MA Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$15/hour), job placement.
Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits:
    ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • MA Specifics:
    High veteran demand statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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