Care One at Northampton
Scout 58Northampton, MA · 125 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Northampton.
Est. $13,010–$16,200/mo
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Center for Extended Care at Amherst
150 University Drive, Amherst, MA 01002 · Hampshire County
1.0CMS overall rating(413) 256-8185
31
Use CautionHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 96% full (129 of 134 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Center for Extended Care at Amherst is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Amherst, MA, with 134 certified beds and an average of about 129 residents per day. It operates as part of the Shimon Lefkowitz network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.42 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.30 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $28,915 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.42 hrs/resident/day)
- •$28,915 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Amherst options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 134
- Avg. residents/day
- 129
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- Shimon Lefkowitz
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225420
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
- 3.42
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.30
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 40.7%
- 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)
- 8
- Federal fines
- 1 ($28,915)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-04
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (34 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-07Severity 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.
2026-04-07Severity 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.
2025-06-10Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom 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.
2025-06-10Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom 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.
2025-06-04Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-06-04Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-trad…
2025-06-04Severity E — 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.
2025-06-04Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-04 | Fine | $28,915 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
150 University Drive, Amherst, 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 Center for Extended Care at Amherst
How much does Center for Extended Care at Amherst cost?
Center for Extended Care at Amherst does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Amherst, 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 Center for Extended Care at Amherst's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Center for Extended Care at Amherst 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Center for Extended Care at Amherst?
Staff provide about 3.42 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Center for Extended Care at Amherst?
Center for Extended Care at Amherst has 34 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-04). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Center for Extended Care at Amherst have availability?
Typically 96% full (129 of 134 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Center for Extended Care at Amherst offer?
Center for Extended Care at Amherst in Amherst, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 134 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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