Leeds, MA · 123 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Leeds.
Est. $13,010–$16,200/mo
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Care One at Northampton
548 Elm Street, Northampton, MA 01060 · Hampshire County
Schedule a tour at CareOne at Northampton, a premier Northampton skilled nursing and rehab center. Hospital-level care in a home-like atmosphere.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 80% full — openings are usually available.
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 Northampton
Care One at Northampton is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Northampton, MA, with 125 certified beds and an average of about 100 residents per day. It operates as part of the Careone network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.52 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $39,819 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.67 hrs/resident/day)
- •$39,819 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Northampton, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 125
- Avg. residents/day
- 100
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Careone
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225257
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 | $13,010–$16,200/mo (median $14,210) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Amherst Town 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
- 3.67
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.52
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 57%
- 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)
- 4
- Federal fines
- 2 ($39,819)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-12-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
2025-12-19Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-12-19Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
2025-02-20Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2025-02-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2025-02-04Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2025-02-04Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-20 | Fine | $31,031 |
| 2025-02-04 | Fine | $8,788 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Pet friendly
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
548 Elm Street, Northampton, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Care One at Northampton
How much does Care One at Northampton cost?
Care One at Northampton does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Northampton, MA area typically runs $13,010–$16,200 per month (median $14,210, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Care One at Northampton's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Care One at Northampton 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Care One at Northampton?
Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Care One at Northampton?
Care One at Northampton has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Care One at Northampton have availability?
Typically 80% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Care One at Northampton offer?
Care One at Northampton in Northampton, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 125 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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