Lydia Taft House
Scout 94Uxbridge, MA · 53 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Uxbridge's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $13,310–$16,580/mo
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St Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
101 Plantation Street, Worcester, MA 01604 · Worcester County
Saint Francis Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center in Worcester, MA is a Joint Commission–accredited, 5‑star facility offering long‑term care, short‑term rehab, IV therapy, and personalized physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a compassionate, activity‑focused setting
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 85% full (116 of 137 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Worcester
St Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Worcester, MA, with 137 certified beds and an average of about 116 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.78 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $19,175 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.03 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓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 Worcester for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 137
- Avg. residents/day
- 116
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225438
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 | $13,310–$16,580/mo (median $14,540) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Worcester 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
- 4.03
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.78
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 39%
- 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)
- 3
- Federal fines
- 2 ($19,175)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-11-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-24Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-11-24Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2025-08-05Severity 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.
2024-08-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2024-08-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
2024-08-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
2024-08-06Severity 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.
2024-08-06Severity 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-25 | Fine | $10,527 |
| 2023-09-12 | Fine | $8,648 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
Location
101 Plantation Street, Worcester, 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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How much does St Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center cost?
St Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Worcester, MA area typically runs $13,310–$16,580 per month (median $14,540, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is St Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates St Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at St Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center?
Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at St Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center?
St Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does St Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center have availability?
Typically 85% full (116 of 137 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 Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center offer?
St Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Worcester, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 137 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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