Lydia Taft House
Scout 94Uxbridge, MA · 53 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Uxbridge's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $13,310–$16,580/mo
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Blaire House of Worcester
116 Houghton Street, Worcester, MA 01604 · Worcester County
Blaire House of Worcester is a family-owned and operated skilled nursing facility dedicated to being the premier senior living community.
60
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (70 of 75 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
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Worcester
Blaire House of Worcester is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Worcester, MA, with 75 certified beds and an average of about 70 residents per day. It operates as part of the Elder Services network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.95 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.33 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $13,095 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.95 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Worcester, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 75
- Avg. residents/day
- 70
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Elder Services
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225443
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
- 3.95
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.33
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 41.5%
- 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)
- 7
- Federal fines
- 1 ($13,095)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-29
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (17 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-08-29Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-08-29Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
2025-08-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-08-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-08-29Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
2025-08-29Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2025-08-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2024-10-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-03 | Fine | $13,095 |
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
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
116 Houghton Street, Worcester, 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 Worcester cost?
Blaire House of Worcester does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Worcester, 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 Worcester's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Blaire House of Worcester 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Blaire House of Worcester?
Staff provide about 3.95 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Blaire House of Worcester?
Blaire House of Worcester has 17 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Blaire House of Worcester have availability?
Typically 93% full (70 of 75 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 Worcester offer?
Blaire House of Worcester in Worcester, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 75 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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