Saint Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Saint Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts

Saint Francis Rehabilitation and… is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts

Saint Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Saint Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts

Saint Francis Rehabilitation and… is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts

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Overview of Saint Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Saint Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a healthcare facility located in Worcester that specializes in nursing and rehabilitation services. They offer short-term and long-term care programs, as well as memory care and hospice programs, and they also accept adult daycare programs. Since 1989, they have built a stellar reputation in healthcare, and they continue to provide high-quality pulmonary rehabilitation services, including personalized and interdisciplinary care for conditions such as pneumonia, asthma, and congestive heart failure.
Their interdisciplinary team is composed of compassionate professionals who work diligently to create care plans tailored to each resident’s unique needs. At Saint Francis, they understand that patient and family education is a crucial part of the healing process, and they strive to involve all parties in the care plan. They are committed to providing individualized care and adapting the plan of care as needed to ensure the best clinical outcomes for each patient.

What families are saying

Overall quality of life and resident wellbeing

The staff at Saint Francis Rehabilitation Center are consistently praised for their attentive and compassionate care, contributing significantly to a positive patient experience. Multiple reviewers highlight the staff's professionalism, friendliness, and the genuine interest they show in patient well-being.

Quality of life Care & staff

The rehabilitation center is equipped with specialized…

The rehabilitation center is equipped with specialized facilities, such as a dialysis den, which is a notable advantage for patients needing dialysis services. This feature is highlighted as a significant benefit and differentiator from other centers.

Quality of care and staff professionalism

While the care and professional services are highly rated, the facility has issues with noise, which can disturb patients' sleep. This is a concern for those who are sensitive to noise and may impact their overall rehabilitation experience.

Care & staff

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.68/day
Overall rating Info Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Health Inspection Info Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
5/5
Staffing Info Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 51

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher demand than most homes in Massachusetts
Occupancy rate 96.5%
Residents per day (avg) 48
Occupancy rate
96.5%
Residents per day (avg)
48

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

71% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Private pay

28% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 12 - 13 months

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 years

Finances and operations

Governmental home
Facility District
Home revenue
$6.6M
Deficit of revenue
-$249.5K
Governmental home Facility District
Home revenue
$6,565,180.00
Deficit of revenue
$-249,521.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.3M
50.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.5M
Total costs $6.9M
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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Massachusetts Seniors

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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