Brookhaven at Lexington
Scout 100Lexington, MA · 49 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Lexington's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
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Penacook Place, INC
150 Water Street, Haverhill, MA 01830 · Essex County
Penacook Place, a proud member of Covenant Health, is a well-established 160-bed care center located near downtown Haverhill, Massachusetts.
77
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 66% 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Haverhill
Penacook Place, INC is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Haverhill, MA, with 160 certified beds and an average of about 106 residents per day. It operates as part of the Covenant Health network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.71 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.68 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $33,677 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.71 hrs/resident/day)
- •$33,677 in federal fines
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Haverhill for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 160
- Avg. residents/day
- 106
- Ownership
- Non profit - Church related
- Part of a chain
- Covenant Health
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225376
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 | $14,050–$17,500/mo (median $15,350) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cambridge 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
- 3.71
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.68
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 39.2%
- 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)
- 2
- Federal fines
- 4 ($33,677)
- Total penalties
- 4
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-04
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (30 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2026-01-20Severity 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.
2025-04-29Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2024-05-08Severity 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.
2024-05-08Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2024-05-08Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2024-05-08Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024-05-08Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-29 | Fine | $10,868 |
| 2023-08-14 | Fine | $4,587 |
| 2023-08-07 | Fine | $4,587 |
| 2023-07-17 | Fine | $13,635 |
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
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
150 Water Street, Haverhill, 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 Penacook Place, INC
How much does Penacook Place, INC cost?
Penacook Place, INC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Haverhill, MA area typically runs $14,050–$17,500 per month (median $15,350, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Penacook Place, INC's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Penacook Place, INC 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Penacook Place, INC?
Staff provide about 3.71 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Penacook Place, INC?
Penacook Place, INC has 30 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 Penacook Place, INC have availability?
Typically 66% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Penacook Place, INC offer?
Penacook Place, INC in Haverhill, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 160 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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