Total health inspections
3
State average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Mar 2025
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.
RiverWoods Exeter
Senior Communities Home
RiverWoods Exeter
Senior Communities Home
Overview of Riverwoods Exeter
RiverWoods Exter has committed itself to deliver an inspirational level of service and care for its independent living residents. The retirement community finds itself marking a new standard for luxury and quality when it comes to modernizing senior living for active and independent adults. RiverWoods Exter is a community to look up to and be inspired– as its name suggests– by its approach to revolutionizing a care experience the way we know it today.
RiverWoods boasts state-of-the-art health care that boosts recovery and enhances the quality of life for all seniors in one go. The RiverWoods experience also means maintaining your own independence– only better; they offer a range of services and amenities that include restaurant-style dining, lush trail gardens, and staying active by taking part in fitness classes.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
66
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
74.9%
Residents per day (avg)
16
Occupancy rate
74.9%
Residents per day (avg)
16
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
50% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
25 days
Private pay
50% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$63.9M
Operating deficit
-$1.2M
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$63,872,108.00
Operating deficit
$-1,218,371.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$20.1M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$44.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$64.7M
66-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 0 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Supported Residential Care Facility
License Date
January 10, 2025
License Expiration
September 30, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
3920
County:
ROCKINGHAM
Ownership & operating entity
RiverWoods Exeter is administrated by LAUREN N GOLDMAN.
Safety & Compliance
Care Services
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Additional Policies & Features
Pets Allowed
Housekeeping:
Yes
Linen Service:
Yes
Utilities Included:
Yes
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Activities
A vibrant activities calendar featuring social, educational, and cultural activities both on-site and at off-site destinations.
Specific Programs
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, Nursing Care, Fitness Programs, Dining, Community Life, Events & More
Volunteer Programs
Yes
Operating Hours
Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm, Saturday: 9am-3pm, Sunday: Closed
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Dining options include a points-based program allowing residents to choose when and how much to dine in various venues across the campus.
Special Diets
Yes
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The information below is reported by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Administration.
RiverWoods Exeter
+18%
+114%
-8%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Exeter
149
No
0
RIDDELL, DEBORAH
74.9%
$56,055,870.00
$20,060,097.00
35.8%
15.50
9.1448
10
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-
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IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
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SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
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-
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-
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-
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0
-
-
-
-
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-
-
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RiverWoods Exeter
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Exeter
Bed Count:
149
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
RIDDELL, DEBORAH
CCN:
305049
Occupancy:
74.9%
Home Revenue:
$56,055,870.00
Payroll Costs:
$20,060,097.00
Payroll %:
35.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
15.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
9.1448
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
10
RN share vs State Avg:
+18%
+18%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+114%
+114%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%Places of interest near RiverWoods Exeter
2.1 miles from city center — 2.62 miles to nearest hospital (Exeter Hospital)
7 Riverwoods Dr, Exeter, NH 03833
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
115
Total Staff
92
Employees
23
Contractors
13,078
Total Hours (Quarter)
22
Avg Staff/Day
6.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 6.8 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 6.9 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 41 | 7.3 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
86 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
14 staff
1.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
1.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
5 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
4.6%
of total hours from contractors
602 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Certified Nursing Assistant: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Registered Nurse: 3
Licensed Practical Nurse: 3
Physical Therapy Assistant: 5
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Occupational Therapy Aide: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 39 | 2 | 41 | 5,397 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 3 | 20 | 1,790 | 90 | 99% | 6.9 |
| Dietitian | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,556 | 89 | 98% | 7.2 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,538 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 3 | 17 | 817 | 77 | 85% | 6.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 384 | 48 | 53% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 361 | 36 | 40% | 7.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 344 | 43 | 47% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 203 | 70 | 77% | 2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 3 | 4 | 88 | 50 | 55% | 1.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 57 | 36 | 40% | 1.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 46 | 40 | 44% | 1.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 36 | 13 | 14% | 2.8 |
| Feeding Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 20 | 22% | 0.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 10 | 11% | 1 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1% | 1.5 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
10
Citations per inspection
3.33
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 10 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than State averageState average: 0.2
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than State averageState average: 0.1
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
8 moderate citations
2 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration minor citation
Mar 06, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Mar 06, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Mar 28, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Feb 24, 2023
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.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
12
Total Residents
Medicare
1
(8.3%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
11
(91.7%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
CCRC
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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.
8.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.0
30% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 11.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
16.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
16.2
30% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 23.2
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.4%
11% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 21.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.7%
62% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 20.3%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.5%
21% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 27.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.9%
59% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 4.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.1%
80% worse than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 4.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.7%
127% worse than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.7%
52% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 5.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 8.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.0%
26% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 17.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.4%
In line with New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 96.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.6%
16% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 83.8%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 1.6%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.4%
14% better than New Hampshire averageNew Hampshire average: 83.0%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for RiverWoods Exeter based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
74.9%
↓ 2.6pp vs 2023
Net Income
-$1,218,371
↓ ~$534K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$23,618,406
↑ ~$724K vs 2023
Profit Margin
-2.2%
↓ 0.7pp vs 2023
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