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St Clare Home

309 Spring Street, Newport, RI 02840 · Newport County

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 94% full (47 of 50 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 Newport

St Clare Home is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Newport, RI, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 47 residents per day.

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

Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 50
Avg. residents/day: 47
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 415111

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): 9
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-04-10
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (28 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-07-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

2025-05-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-04-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

2025-04-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-04-10Severity 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.

2025-04-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2025-04-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

2025-04-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

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
✓ Memory care
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

309 Spring Street, Newport, 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

4.3

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Common questions about St Clare Home

How much does St Clare Home cost?

St Clare Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Newport, 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 St Clare Home's Medicare rating?

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

What did inspectors find at St Clare Home?

St Clare Home has 28 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does St Clare Home have availability?

Typically 94% full (47 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does St Clare Home offer?

St Clare Home in Newport, RI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 50 beds.

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