The review highlights the importance of a warm, home-like atmosphere in skilled nursing facilities, noting positive aspects such as nourishing food, engaging activities, and attentive staff but suggesting improvements in decor to reduce sterile impressions.
Accommodating Staff
Wachusett Manor
4.5 from 4 reviews
Gardner Rehabilitation Nursing Home is praised for its attentive staff and engaging activities, while Wachusett Manor offers friendly care but may fall short on aesthetics and safety, highlighting the importance of both service quality and environment in selecting a skilled nursing facility.
Dedicated Staff
Highlands
3 from 8 reviews
The Highlands facility offers commendable rehab and physical therapy services, with dedicated staff and effective communication for some families, but it faces criticism for internal miscommunication and inadequate discharge planning.
Great Staff
Fitchburg Gardens For Nursing And Rehabilitation
4.2 from 10 reviews
$11,100 per month
Fitchburg Gardens is a highly regarded nursing home and rehabilitation center known for its compassionate staff, effective therapy services, excellent communication with families, and a welcoming atmosphere, though improvements in response times to call buttons and food quality have been noted.
Great Staff
Manor on the Hill
4.1 from 44 reviews
$4,360 to $5,820 per month
Manor on the Hill is praised for its dedicated and friendly staff, clean and well-maintained environment, and engaging activities, though concerns regarding room size and maintenance issues have been noted by some families.
Friendly Staff
Ledgewood Bay At Milford
4.5 from 14 reviews
Ledgewood Bay at Milford offers a quality skilled nursing environment with attentive healthcare services, engaging activities, and well-maintained accommodations, though potential residents should consider the facility's higher affordability.
Staff Support
The Elms Care and Rehabilitation Center
3.4 from 8 reviews
$8,374 to $8,818 per month
The Elms Care and Rehabilitation Center offers a mix of positive personalized care experiences alongside serious concerns about staffing shortages, cleanliness, and communication issues, making it crucial for families to weigh both perspectives when considering skilled nursing options.
Great Food
Crestwood Center
2.6 from 5 reviews
Crestwood Care exhibits significant variability in resident care, with some families praising compassionate staff and good living conditions while others report neglect, inadequate oversight, and alarming incidents that highlight the urgent need for systemic improvements.
Quabbin Valley Healthcare
3.5 from 2 reviews
Quabbin Valley nursing home is praised for its caring staff, clean environment, and engaging community atmosphere, though improved communication regarding patient health concerns remains a crucial area for enhancement.
Keystone Center
1.6 from 5 reviews
The facility is plagued by inadequate maintenance, poor food quality, chronic understaffing, safety concerns, and a general lack of attention to residents' basic needs, leading to significant dissatisfaction among families seeking care.
Keene Center
2 from 2 reviews
$6,600 per month
The nursing home visited exhibited disorganized and hazardous conditions, including a broken elevator, extension cords creating tripping hazards, inadequate meal choices, and a lack of autonomy for residents, highlighting significant systemic issues that could detract from overall care quality.
Safe Environment
Seven Hills Pediatric Center
5 from 1 review
Seven Hills at Groton is a highly recommended skilled nursing facility for pediatric patients with severe disabilities, offering comprehensive, compassionate care and an engaging therapeutic program that supports physical, emotional, and educational development.
Alliance Health At Baldwinville
Alliance Health at Baldwinville lacks notable recreational and social engagement opportunities, with limited access to nearby dining and pharmacy options.
Tower Hill Rest Home
While Tower Hill Rest Home in Fitchburg, MA, offers numerous nearby amenities and services, its proximity to various facilities may not provide the tranquility some individuals seek in a skilled nursing facility.
Mariner Healthcare Group Inc
$3,995 per month
Mariner Healthcare Group Inc in Fitchburg, MA, lacks immediate access to varied entertainment options and only has one theater nearby for cultural activities.
Pheasant Wood Center
Pheasant Wood Center in Peterborough, NH, may lack on-site skilled nursing staff and potentially limited specialized medical services.
Gardner Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
The Gardner Rehabilitation And Nursing Center in Gardner, MA offers a variety of amenities and care services but lacks information on specialized nursing staff and may have limited private spaces for residents seeking skilled nursing care.
The Elms Center
While the Elms Center in Milford, NH offers a range of amenities and healthcare coordination for seniors, it may not provide intensive nursing care or skilled medical support typically found in skilled nursing facilities.
Life Care Center Of Leominster
Life Care Center of Leominster provides various amenities and services but may lack immediate access to advanced medical care and specialized nursing staff.
Highlands Nursing Home
Highlands Nursing Home in Fitchburg, MA offers skilled nursing care with a dedicated team but may lack sufficient privacy and space for residents due to the close proximity of amenities and facilities.
Fitchburg Healthcare
$6,930 to $7,560 per month
Fitchburg Healthcare in Fitchburg, MA, while offering various amenities and care services, may lack options for advanced medical care and may not cater specifically to those requiring skilled nursing interventions.
Applewood Rehabilitation Center
The Applewood Rehabilitation Center lacks specialized skilled nursing services and may not provide sufficient support for complex medical needs beyond basic assistance with daily activities.
Westwood Center
4 from 1 review
Westwood offers personalized care through specialized diets, comprehensive rehabilitation programs, and compassionate staff interactions, fostering a nurturing community that promotes overall wellness for residents.
River Terrace Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
River Terrace Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Lancaster, MA, while offering a range of amenities and care services, may have limited options for specialized medical care or advanced treatments typically found in larger skilled nursing facilities.