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Blaire House of Milford
20 Claflin Street, Milford, MA 01757 · Worcester County
Blaire House of Milford is a family-owned/operated skilled nursing facility dedicated to being the premier senior living community in Blackstone Valley
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (66 of 73 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
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A low federal rating — review the details closely
Blaire House of Milford is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Milford, MA, with 73 certified beds and an average of about 66 residents per day. It operates as part of the Elder Services network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.02 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.60 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $38,610 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.02 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •$38,610 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Milford options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 73
- Avg. residents/day
- 66
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Elder Services
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225260
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $13,310–$16,580/mo (median $14,540) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Worcester prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.02
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.60
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 43.9%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 9
- Federal fines
- 1 ($38,610)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-28
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (55 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
2026-04-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
2025-05-28Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-05-28Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2025-05-28Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-05-28Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
2025-05-28Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-05-28Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-03-14 | Fine | $38,610 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
Location
20 Claflin Street, Milford, MA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Blaire House of Milford cost?
Blaire House of Milford does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Milford, MA area typically runs $13,310–$16,580 per month (median $14,540, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Blaire House of Milford's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Blaire House of Milford 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Blaire House of Milford?
Staff provide about 4.02 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Blaire House of Milford?
Blaire House of Milford has 55 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-28). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Blaire House of Milford have availability?
Typically 91% full (66 of 73 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Blaire House of Milford offer?
Blaire House of Milford in Milford, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 73 beds.
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