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| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy | J· | K· | L· |
| Actual harm | G· | H· | I· |
| Potential harm | D28 | E9 | F2 |
| Minimal | A· | B2 | C· |
CMS publishes about the three most recent standard surveys plus complaint and infection-control inspections from the prior three years. Older findings leave the dataset; their absence is not evidence they never happened.
Federal certification and the state license are different records. A nursing home is licensed by the state and, separately, certified by CMS to bill Medicare and/or Medicaid. We link them by the CCN when the state publishes it; otherwise by exact address, house number and street, or exact name within the same ZIP, and label that link as inferred. Never by name alone.
| Date | Domain | Survey types | Citations | Most severe | Open | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2026 | Fire safety | Fire Safety Standard | 3 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Health | Health Standard | 9 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Sep 9, 2025 | Health | Health Complaint | 1 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Oct 18, 2024 | Fire safety | Fire Safety Standard | 5 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Oct 18, 2024 | Health | Health Standard | 15 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Aug 1, 2023 | Fire safety | Fire Safety Standard | 1 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Aug 1, 2023 | Health | Health Standard | 7 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy | J· | K· | L· |
| Actual harm | G· | H· | I· |
| Potential harm | D28 | E9 | F2 |
| Minimal | A· | B2 | C· |
| Date | Tag | Deficiency | Scope / severity | Correction | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2026 | K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 27, 2026 | |
| Feb 2, 2026 | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | F · Potential harm Widespread | Corrected Mar 27, 2026 | |
| Feb 2, 2026 | K-0918 |
“Corrected” does not erase a citation: the historical finding stays listed with its disposition. Narrative statements of deficiencies are not part of the CMS dataset; see Care Compare for the official inspection report.
CMS ratings apply to CMS-certified nursing homes only and are relative within each state. They are not a guarantee of any individual resident’s experience.
CMS legal business name of the certified provider. Operates this facility only.
Not part of a CMS-reported chain.
| Name | Type | Role (Carefield group) | CMS role text | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner Nursing Home Holding Company LLC | Organization | Direct owner | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | Apr 20, 2021 |
| Michael Lipman | Individual | Indirect owner | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 32% | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Harry Jacobowitz | Individual | Indirect owner | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 14% | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Kalman Jacobowitz | Individual | Indirect owner | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 12% | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Eileen Lipman | Individual | Indirect owner | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 12% | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Elisa Mermelstein | Individual | Indirect owner | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 12% | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Howard Mermelstein | Individual | Indirect owner | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 11% | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Name | Type | Role (Carefield group) | CMS role text | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner Nursing Home Holding Company LLC | Organization | Direct owner | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | Apr 20, 2021 |
| Michael Lipman | Individual | Indirect owner | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 32% | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Harry Jacobowitz | Individual | Indirect owner | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 14% | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Kalman Jacobowitz | Individual | Indirect owner | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 12% | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Eileen Lipman | Individual |
Coordinates as published by CMS.
| Facility | Distance | Beds | CMS overall | Last inspection | Citations (window) | Fines |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wachusett Manor 32 Hospital Hill Road, Gardner, MA 01440 CCN 225533 | 0.5 km | 96 | Sep 26, 2025 | 593 IJ | — | |
| Alliance Health at Baldwinville 51 Hospital Road, Baldwinville, MA 01436 CCN 225388 | 8.2 km | 94 | Jan 5, 2026 | 18 | — | |
| The Highlands 335 Nichols Road, Fitchburg, MA 01420 CCN 225315 | 14.4 km | 168 | Nov 25, 2025 | 28 | — | |
| Fitchburg Healthcare 1199 John Fitch Hwy, Fitchburg, MA 01420 CCN 225216 | 15.7 km | 160 | Feb 11, 2026 | 481 harm | $22k | |
| Fitchburg Rehabilitation and Nursing Center 94 Summer Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420 CCN 225227 | 15.8 km | 87 | Mar 7, 2025 | 595 harm | $44k | |
| Life Care Center of Leominster 370 West Street, Leominster, MA 01453 CCN 225038 | 17.1 km | 133 | Apr 29, 2026 | 24 | — | |
| Sterling Village 18 Dana Hill Road, Sterling, MA 01564 CCN 225452 | 23.2 km | 143 | Dec 22, 2025 | 16 | — |
| Source | Record | Facts | Evidence | Source release | Retrieved |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMS Provider Information US-CMS | 225196 | name, address, phone, certification, certified_beds, ownership_type, legal_business_name, chain | Verified | Oct 1, 2026 | Nov 7, 2026 |
| CMS Provider Information US-CMS | 225196 | ratings, staffing, health_survey_score Five-Star ratings and PBJ staffing apply to the CMS-certified universe only. | Verified | Oct 1, 2026 | Nov 7, 2026 |
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| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety |
| F · Potential harm Widespread |
| Corrected Mar 27, 2026 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | F-0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 9, 2026 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | F-0578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 9, 2026 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | F-0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 9, 2026 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | F-0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Mar 9, 2026 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | F-0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 9, 2026 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | F-0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 9, 2026 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | F-0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Staffing & supervision | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 9, 2026 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | F-0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Mar 9, 2026 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | F-0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | B · Minimal Pattern | No revisit needed Mar 9, 2026 |
| Sep 9, 2025 | F-0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Oct 19, 2025 | Complaint |
| Oct 18, 2024 | E-0041 | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Dec 20, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Dec 20, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | K-0712 | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Dec 20, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | K-0761 | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Dec 20, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Dec 20, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0742 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0847 | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. Administration Deficiencies · Administration & records | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | F-0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | B · Minimal Pattern | Corrected Nov 27, 2024 |
| Aug 1, 2023 | K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Aug 10, 2023 |
| Aug 1, 2023 | F-0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Sep 8, 2023 |
| Aug 1, 2023 | F-0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Sep 8, 2023 |
| Aug 1, 2023 | F-0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Sep 8, 2023 |
| Aug 1, 2023 | F-0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Sep 8, 2023 |
| Aug 1, 2023 | F-0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Sep 8, 2023 |
| Aug 1, 2023 | F-0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Sep 8, 2023 |
| Aug 1, 2023 | F-0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Sep 8, 2023 |
Reported from Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) data, as published by CMS. Case-mix adjusted total: 4.04 (case-mix index 1.43).
| Indirect owner |
| 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| 12% |
| Dec 13, 2022 |
| Elisa Mermelstein | Individual | Indirect owner | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 12% | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Howard Mermelstein | Individual | Indirect owner | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 11% | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Irfan Asghar | Individual | Operational / managerial control | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | not provided | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Howard Mermelstein | Individual | Corporate officer / director | CORPORATE OFFICER | not provided | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Joshua Cambridge | Individual | Managing employee | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | not provided | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Kalman Jacobowitz | Individual | Managing employee | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | not provided | Dec 13, 2022 |