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HomeMassachusettsCarleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr

Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr

100 Old Billerica Road, Bedford, MA 017307812758700WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.7on Google(21 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
179
certified
2 fine(s) totaling $25,497

How Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr Compares in Massachusetts

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
MA average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
MA average
3.0/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
5/5
MA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.17 hrs/day
MA average
3.87 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.97 hrs/day
MA average
0.65 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
32.3%
MA average
38.2%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Massachusetts average of 3.0/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.17 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.87.
Reported RN time is 0.97 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.65.
Staff turnover is 32.3%, lower than the Massachusetts average of 38.2%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
9
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 15, 2024
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 7, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 7 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$14,296/mo
Massachusetts median
Private Room
$15,189/mo
Massachusetts median
Middlesex County 65+
255,404
15.7% of county
County Population
1,623,109
Middlesex County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Bedford, Massachusetts with 179 certified beds. It has been operating since 1983. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
179
Avg Residents/Day
92.3
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 13, 1983
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Middlesex
Last Inspection
Feb 7, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
38.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (11)

F0761Potential for Harm

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, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Feb 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Feb 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Jun 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Immediate Jeopardy

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jun 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jun 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Actual Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: May 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Sep 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$25,497
Number of Fines
2
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineMay 29, 2024
$8,512
FineJun 10, 2025
$16,985

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.33 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.87 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.97 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.17 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.93 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.16 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
32.3%
RN Turnover
25.9%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
CARLETON-WILLARD HOMES INC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Dec 23, 1980
MATTHEWS, MICHAELCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 10, 2023
MANCINI, LAURENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 17, 2025
MATTHEWS, MICHAELADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 10, 2023

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr and nearby alternatives.

All Massachusetts facilities
Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr
Bedford, MACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $25,497
Meadow Green Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Waltham, MA4.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $195,559
The Commons Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Lincoln, MA4.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Woburn, MA5.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $8,512
Care One at Lexington
Lexington, MA5.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $51,765
Care One at Wilmington
Wilmington, MA6.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Brookhaven at Lexington
Lexington, MA6.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
N/A
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr
Bedford, MA · Current facility
—5/53/55/5$25,497
Meadow Green Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Waltham, MA
4.2 mi1/52/51/5$195,559
The Commons Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Lincoln, MA
4.9 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Woburn, MA
5.2 mi2/52/53/5$8,512
Care One at Lexington
Lexington, MA
5.4 mi3/52/54/5$51,765
Care One at Wilmington
Wilmington, MA
6.0 mi5/55/53/5None recorded
Brookhaven at Lexington
Lexington, MA
6.0 mi5/55/5N/ANone recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr?▾
Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Massachusetts is $14,296/month for a semi-private room and $15,189/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr had any health inspection violations?▾
Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Feb 7, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 2 fine(s) totaling $25,497.
What are the staffing levels at Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr?▾
Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr provides 5.17 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.97 RN hours, 0.87 LPN hours, and 3.33 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 32.3%.
How many beds does Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr have?▾
Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr has 179 certified beds with an average of 92.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 52% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Massachusetts. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr?▾
On Google Maps, Carleton-Willard Village Retirement & Nursing Ctr has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 21 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.