Riverwoods at Exeter
Scout 91Exeter, NH · 8 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Exeter's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,310–$15,030/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingCMS verified
Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation
307 Plaza Drive, Dover, NH 03820 · Strafford County
Post‑acute rehabilitation and long‑term care in Dover, NH, offering around‑the‑clock skilled nursing, therapy services, telehealth, diagnostics, home care and hospice through the Passport™ care approach.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 87% full (98 of 112 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Dover
Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Dover, NH, with 112 certified beds and an average of about 98 residents per day. It operates as part of the National Health Care Associates network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.75 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.9%, 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.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.52 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Dover options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 112
- Avg. residents/day
- 98
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- National Health Care Associates
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 305018
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 | $12,310–$15,030/mo (median $13,310) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Rockingham County 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
- 3.52
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.75
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 38.9%
- 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)
- 8
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-02
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (15 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-05-02Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2025-05-02Severity 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.
2025-05-02Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-05-02Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-05-02Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
2025-05-02Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
2025-05-02Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2025-05-02Severity 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…
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
307 Plaza Drive, Dover, NH
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:59 AM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:59 AM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:59 AM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:59 AM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:59 AM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:59 AM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:59 AM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation
How much does Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation cost?
Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Dover, NH area typically runs $12,310–$15,030 per month (median $13,310, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation?
Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation?
Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-02). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation have availability?
Typically 87% full (98 of 112 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation offer?
Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Dover, NH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 112 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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