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Grace Barker Nursing Center

54 Barker Avenue, Warren, RI 02885 · Bristol County

Grace Barker Health has served seniors in the East Bay communities of Rhode Island since 1966, providing services such as short- and long-term care, respite care, adult day care, and more.

2.0CMS overall rating(401) 245-9100 Visit website ↗

Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 96% full (82 of 86 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Warren

Grace Barker Nursing Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Warren, RI, with 86 certified beds and an average of about 82 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $114,806 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•$114,806 in federal fines

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Warren options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 86
Avg. residents/day: 82
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 415014

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$10,780–$13,900/mo (median $12,000)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Providence prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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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: 1 ($114,806)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-02-05
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

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.

2025-02-05Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-02-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2025-02-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2025-02-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

2024-07-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2024-03-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2024-02-23Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2024-02-23Severity E — 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.

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
2023-09-29	Fine	$114,806

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

54 Barker Avenue, Warren, RI

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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Google

4.8

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Common questions about Grace Barker Nursing Center

How much does Grace Barker Nursing Center cost?

Grace Barker Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Warren, RI area typically runs $10,780–$13,900 per month (median $12,000, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Grace Barker Nursing Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Grace Barker Nursing Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

What did inspectors find at Grace Barker Nursing Center?

Grace Barker Nursing Center has 17 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Grace Barker Nursing Center have availability?

Typically 96% full (82 of 86 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 Grace Barker Nursing Center offer?

Grace Barker Nursing Center in Warren, RI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 86 beds.

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