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The Friendly Home

303 Rhodes Avenue, Woonsocket, RI 02895 · Providence County

Skilled Nursing,Rehabilitation, &Long Term Care Book Appointment About Friendly Home Friendly Home is a 126 bed Skilled Nursing Facility, located in a serene woodland area of Northern Rhode Island. For more than 50 years, we have provided excellent nursing and rehabilitation services in our family-owned, family-operat…

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 87% full (110 of 126 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

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A low federal rating — review the details closely

The Friendly Home is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Woonsocket, RI, with 126 certified beds and an average of about 110 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.57 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $42,369 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.52 hrs/resident/day)
•13 deficiencies at last survey
•$42,369 in federal fines

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 126
Avg. residents/day: 110
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 415044

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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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.52; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.57; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 56.5%; 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): 13
Federal fines: 3 ($42,369)
Total penalties: 3
Last standard survey: 2025-12-19
Sprinkler system: Partial
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (38 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-19Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2025-12-19Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-12-19Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

2025-12-19Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2025-12-19Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2025-12-19Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2025-12-19Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

2025-12-19Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

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
2023-10-30	Fine	$11,183
2023-10-30	Fine	$15,593
2023-10-30	Fine	$15,593

Services & amenities

✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

303 Rhodes Avenue, Woonsocket, RI

Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Google

4.5

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Common questions about The Friendly Home

How much does The Friendly Home cost?

The Friendly Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Woonsocket, 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 The Friendly Home's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at The Friendly Home?

Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at The Friendly Home?

The Friendly Home has 38 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does The Friendly Home have availability?

Typically 87% full (110 of 126 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does The Friendly Home offer?

The Friendly Home in Woonsocket, RI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 126 beds.

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