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Nursing Home

The Elms Center

Nursing Home

The Elms Center

71 ELM STREET, Milford, NH 03055 View map
Overview of The Elms Center
The Elms Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Milford, NH. It specializes in post-hospital short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite services. The center is recognized for its quality care and is a partner in the We Honor Veterans program.
(603) 673-2907

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
1/5
New Hampshire average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
1/5
New Hampshire average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info 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.
2/5
New Hampshire average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
2/5
New Hampshire average: 3.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 5m per day

This home provides 26% less nursing time per resident than the New Hampshire average.

New Hampshire average: 4h 11m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 52

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher demand than most homes in New Hampshire
Occupancy rate 96.1%
Residents per day (avg) 44
Occupancy rate
96.1%
Residents per day (avg)
44

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

35% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

37% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

28% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7.9M
Operating loss
-$257.2K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7,927,276.00
Operating loss
$-257,175.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.0M
37.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.2M
Total costs $8.2M
Bed community size
52-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
96%
In line with New Hampshire average
Occupied beds
50 / 52
Average residents 80 per day

License details

Facility type
Nursing Home
Status Active
Issuance September 1, 2025
County: Hillsborough

Additional licensing details

License number: 04769
CMS Certification Number: 305068
Accreditations: AHCA Bronze Quality Award Winner

Ownership & operating entity

The Elms Center is administrated by AUSTIN J COLE.

Safety & Compliance

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

Amenities & Lifestyle

Comprehensive Discharge Plans
Safe Individualized Care
COVID-19 Safety & Prevention
Premier Rehabilitation & Medical Services
Innovative Technology
On-Site Services
Stay Connected
Recreational Services & Entertainment
Full-Service Dining
Salon & Spa
In-Room Comfort
Relaxation Spaces
Housekeeping & Laundry
Routine Wellness Calls

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Short Stay Care, Long Term Care, Rehabilitation Therapy, Memory Support

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Full-Service Dining with multiple meal and snack options tailored to preferences.
Meals Included
Yes
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

New Hampshire average 3.5


Last Health inspection on Jan 2025

Total health citations 21

New Hampshire average 14.4

Citations per inspection
7

New Hampshire average 3.99


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

20 of 21 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 21 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 0.2


Serious Health citations More info 1
900% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 0.1

0 critical citations More info New Hampshire average: 0.2

1 serious citation More info New Hampshire average: 0.1

15 moderate citations More info New Hampshire average: 12

5 minor citations More info New Hampshire average: 2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration minor citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Jan 10, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Jan 10, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jan 10, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services minor citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Jan 10, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around New Hampshire The information below is reported by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Administration.

5 facilities compared · CMS & NH Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

Bedford Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bedford
102
76.1%
-6%
3.05
-24%
-29%
0
15
0
86
Woh Llc
$9,4M
$5,6M
59.8%
305086
Bedford Hills
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bedford
147
94.2%
+16%
3.33
+19%
-22%
1
8
1
135
Forrence, Heidi
$25,6M
$8,5M
33.2%
305060
Alpine Healthcare Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

KEENE
85
84.4%
+4%
3.21
-52%
-25%
0
17
0
73
White Mountain Peak Healthcare Llc
$8,5M
$3,8M
44.8%
305062
The Elms Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Milford
52
96.1%
+18%
3.08
+18%
-28%
2
21
1
44
-
$7,9M
$3,0M
37.4%
305068
Brookdale Spruce Wood
-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

DURHAM
80
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
-
-
-
-
-
-

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Address 71 ELM STREET, Milford, NH 03055

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 61
Employees 55
Contractors 6
Staff to resident ratio 1.30:1
30% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average ratio: 1.87:1

Avg staff/day 20
Average shift 8.3 hours
6% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 7.8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 15,029
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 21
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

9.6%

1,436 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 4 Registered Nurse: 2
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant210214,02991100%7.7
Medication Aide/Technician6063,36991100%10.3
Licensed Practical Nurse104142,86491100%8.1
Registered Nurse7291,2088695%8.3
Nurse Practitioner3036486571%8
Administrator2026006571%8
Mental Health Service Worker1015206571%8
Other Dietary Services Staff1015116470%8
RN Director of Nursing1014956268%8
Dietitian1014425662%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist2023444347%8
21 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
6 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days 95%
3 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
2 Administrator
% of Days 71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 71%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 70%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 68%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 62%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 47%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
47 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
4 residents (8.5%)
Medicaid
39 residents (83%)
Private pay or other
4 residents (8.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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. 13.4
18% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 11.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 26.8
16% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 23.2

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 25.2%
15% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 21.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 24.3%
20% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 20.3%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 30.9%
14% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 27.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.1%
11% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 4.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 7.8%
73% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 4.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 4.3%
71% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.8%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 5.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 17.9%
117% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 8.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.8%
9% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 17.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 95.4%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 96.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 93.0%
5% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 98.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 70.2%
16% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 83.8%

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

New Hampshire average: 1.6%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 57.1%
31% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 83.0%

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 $13K
61% lower than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: $33K

Number of fines 2
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 1.9

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 New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $13K
New Hampshire average $33K
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. Jan 25, 2024
$10K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 20, 2023
$3K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Choices for Independence

NH Medicaid CFI Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, New Hampshire resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Small state; rural access emphasis.

NH ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Center

NH ServiceLink

Age 60+, New Hampshire resident, or caregiver.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Primarily referral-based; limited direct funding.

Old Age Assistance (OAA)

New Hampshire Old Age Assistance

Age 65+, NH resident, US citizen/eligible alien, not in public institution.

~$1,063/month (individual, net after deductions); varies by living arrangement.

$1,500 (individual), $2,000 (couple).

Automatic Medicaid eligibility; estate recovery applies.

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program (via NFCSP)

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

13 ServiceLink locations; rural/low-income priority.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Hampshire Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, NH 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.

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program (FAP)

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized, NH resident, low-income household.

~$33,614/year (1-person), ~$43,958/year (2-person) (150% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Administered by 5 CAP agencies; covers oil, gas, electric, wood.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

New Hampshire SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NH 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

New Hampshire VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NH 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 in rural/urban areas.

NH Low and Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief

New Hampshire Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ prioritized, NH resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.

~$47,000/year (individual), ~$60,000/year (couple).

Not assessed; home value cap at $750,000.

Refundable relief (~$100-$500/year); annual application.

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