Christopher House of Worcester
10 Mary Scano Drive · Worcester, MA · 01605 · 5087543800
156 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.24 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.69 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.77 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 33% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,512 |
Inspection citations (22 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected October 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025
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.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 14, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 14, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E June 14, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G March 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 8, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G March 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 17, 2023
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected April 3, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 17, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 3, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 17, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 3, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 17, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 3, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 17, 2023
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected April 3, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 17, 2023
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 3, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F February 17, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 3, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 17, 2023
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Corrected April 3, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F February 17, 2023
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
Corrected April 3, 2023 · Environmental
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| March 28, 2024 | Fine | $8,512 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 225385 · certified since July 1, 1990. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.