Belknap County Nursing Home
30 County Drive · Laconia, NH · 03246 · 6035275410
94 certified beds Government - County
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.77 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.73 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.08 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 21% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (4 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 19, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Environmental
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No harm found · B September 19, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 305101 · certified since September 1, 2008. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.