Fitchburg Healthcare is a nursing home community in Fitchburg, MA.
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Fitchburg Healthcare in Fitchburg, MA
Save1199 John Fitch Highway, Fitchburg, MA 01420
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Fitchburg Healthcare presents a competitive pricing structure for its room types when compared to both Worcester County and the broader Massachusetts market. The costs for a semi-private room at Fitchburg stand at $6,930, which is significantly higher than the county average of $5,477 and also exceeds the state average of $5,805. Similarly, the private room rate at Fitchburg is set at $7,560, again surpassing Worcester County's rate of $5,615 and Massachusetts' statewide average of $6,090. This data suggests that while Fitchburg Healthcare offers quality services, prospective clients should carefully consider these higher costs in relation to local options and overall value when making their healthcare decisions.
| Floor plans | Fitchburg Healthcare | Worcester County | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Private | $6,930 | $5,477 | $5,805 |
| Private | $7,560 | $5,615 | $6,090 |
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Staff are repeatedly described as kind, attentive, and caring.
Many residents and families describe the care team as respectful, friendly, and compassionate. Several reviews say staff keep residents comfortable and make themselves available for questions and updates. A few other reviews are sharply critical of staff performance, but the positive feedback about kindness and responsiveness shows up across multiple experiences.
Residents and families often call the facility clean.
Several reviews highlight cleanliness and an overall home-like, well-kept feel. One review also notes the building looks dated, but still mentions cleanliness among its observations. Even among mixed feedback, cleanliness is one of the most consistently named positives.
Communication for families is sometimes described as unreliable.
Some reviewers say it was hard to reach the community by phone or to get straight answers when trying to connect. Others mention delays in callbacks or belongings, or that information shared did not match what families saw. A separate set of reviews describe communication as proactive and helpful, so experiences appear uneven.
Medication management is a recurring concern in reviews.
A few reviews describe serious medication problems, including medication not being given and medication being administered incorrectly. Another reviewer points to a nurse coming from a methadone clinic while carrying a medication cart, raising additional safety questions. These comments stand alongside more positive reviews that describe residents as well cared for.
Some reviews describe neglect linked to staffing issues.
Multiple negative reviews mention residents not receiving timely assistance, including problems with call lights and personal care. Others describe situations like inadequate showering, delayed or missing care, and residents appearing to be left without needed support. While a number of reviews praise the level of care, the negative feedback about staffing and follow-through is a clear recurring theme.
Some residents are described as sharing rooms and bathrooms.
One reviewer says multiple people were sharing a bathroom and describes limited space in the room. Another notes that private rooms are not the default and that rooms are often shared by multiple residents. A third review also describes a setup with roommates, reinforcing that room sharing may be common depending on availability.
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160 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Worcester Regional (23 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesFitchburg Healthcare presents a competitive pricing structure for its room types when compared to both Worcester County and the broader Massachusetts market. The costs for a semi-private room at Fitchburg stand at $6,930, which is significantly higher than the county average of $5,477 and also exceeds the state average of $5,805. Similarly, the private room rate at Fitchburg is set at $7,560, again surpassing Worcester County's rate of $5,615 and Massachusetts' statewide average of $6,090. This data suggests that while Fitchburg Healthcare offers quality services, prospective clients should carefully consider these higher costs in relation to local options and overall value when making their healthcare decisions.
Fitchburg Healthcare is located at 1199 John Fitch Highway, Fitchburg, MA 01420 in Worcester County, Massachusetts
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