Briarcliffe Manor
Scout 100Johnston, RI · 122 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Johnston's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,780–$13,900/mo
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Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center
70 Gill Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02861 · Providence County
Give your loved one the care they deserve in Pawtucket’s premier Skilled Nursing Facility. We offer short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite stays.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 63% full — availability is generally good.
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 Pawtucket
Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Pawtucket, RI, with 154 certified beds and an average of about 97 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Mayer Family 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, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.16 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.46 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $241,130 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.16 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •$241,130 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Pawtucket options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 154
- Avg. residents/day
- 97
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- The Mayer Family
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 415064
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 | $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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.16
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.46
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 31.4%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- 2 ($241,130)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2024-12-12
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (46 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2024-12-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
2024-12-12Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
2024-12-12Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2024-12-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2024-12-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2024-08-16Severity L — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
2024-08-16Severity L — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-16 | Fine | $193,160 |
| 2023-11-06 | Fine | $47,970 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
70 Gill Ave, Pawtucket, 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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How much does Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center cost?
Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Pawtucket, 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 Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center?
Staff provide about 4.16 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center?
Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center has 46 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-12-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center have availability?
Typically 63% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center offer?
Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center in Pawtucket, RI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 154 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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