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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Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit
145 Ward Hill Avenue, Bradford, MA 01835 · Essex County
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Bradford is an acute rehabilitation hospital that is located in the Merrimack Valley to conveniently service patients throughout New England. Our team of interdisciplinary rehabilitation professionals in Haverhill MA provides inpatient, outpatient, and transitional care services.
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ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 87% full (17 of 20 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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.
One of Bradford's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bradford, MA, with 20 certified beds and an average of about 17 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 6.47 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.65 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 68.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (6.47 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •High staff turnover (68.2%)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Bradford for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 20
- Avg. residents/day
- 17
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225783
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
- 6.47
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.65
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 68.2%
- 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)
- 0
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-07-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
Location
145 Ward Hill Avenue, Bradford, MA
- Monday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit cost?
Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bradford, 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 Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit?
Staff provide about 6.47 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 68.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit?
Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit has 0 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit have availability?
Typically 87% full (17 of 20 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit offer?
Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit in Bradford, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 20 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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