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Riverside Rest Home

276 County Farm Road, Dover, NH 03820 · Strafford County

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Strong

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 77% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Dover

Riverside Rest Home is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Dover, NH, with 215 certified beds and an average of about 166 residents per day.

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, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.35 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.17 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.35 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Dover for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 215
Avg. residents/day: 166
Ownership: Government - County
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 305047

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	$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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.35; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.17; National avg ≈ 0.75

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: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-02-12
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-02-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

2025-02-12Severity 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…

2025-02-12Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

2025-02-12Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-01-11Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

2022-12-16Severity 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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

276 County Farm Road, Dover, NH

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Riverside Rest Home

How much does Riverside Rest Home cost?

Riverside Rest Home 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 Riverside Rest Home's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Riverside Rest Home 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Riverside Rest Home?

Staff provide about 4.35 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Riverside Rest Home?

Riverside Rest Home has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Riverside Rest Home have availability?

Typically 77% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Riverside Rest Home offer?

Riverside Rest Home in Dover, NH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 215 beds.

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