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HomeMassachusettsWachusett Manor

Wachusett Manor

32 Hospital Hill Road, Gardner, MA 014409786325477
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
96
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $26,756

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 2/5 stars (below average)

• Has 96 certified beds with an average of 87.1 residents per day (91% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 7 deficiencies (inspected Sep 26, 2025)

• Has been fined a total of $26,756 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.42 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 46.9%

• Part of the Ephram Lahasky chain (28 facilities)

Wachusett Manor is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Gardner, Massachusetts with 96 certified beds. It has been operating since 1991. The facility scored below average compared to Massachusetts facilities.

Beds
96
Avg Residents/Day
87.1
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 8, 1991
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Worcester
Last Inspection
Sep 26, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7
Weighted Score
34.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (42)

F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Jun 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0585Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Survey: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0628Potential for Harm

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Survey: Sep 26, 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: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Sep 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Minimal Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0699Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0791Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0921Potential for Harm

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Aug 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0637Potential for Harm

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0640Potential for Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0657Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Immediate Jeopardy

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

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0685Potential for Harm

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0692Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0694Potential for Harm

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Immediate Jeopardy

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: May 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3

+ 12 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$26,756
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineMay 16, 2023
$26,756

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

Nurse Aide2.05 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.95 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.42 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.42 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.04 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
46.9%
RN Turnover
46.2%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
HOROWITZ, AKIVA5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual81%Aug 1, 2024
LAHASKY, EPHRAM5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual19%Aug 1, 2024
MAJEKODUNMI, AKINDELEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
PRESUTTI, MARKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 14, 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Wachusett Manor?▾
Wachusett Manor has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 1/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has Wachusett Manor had any health inspection violations?▾
Wachusett Manor had 7 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 26, 2025). The facility has been fined a total of $26,756 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Wachusett Manor?▾
Wachusett Manor provides 3.42 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.42 RN hours, 0.95 LPN hours, and 2.05 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 46.9%.
How many beds does Wachusett Manor have?▾
Wachusett Manor has 96 certified beds with an average of 87.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 91% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Ephram Lahasky chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Wachusett Manor?▾
Yes, there are 1 other nursing home in Gardner, Massachusetts with an average rating of 2/5. You can compare all facilities on the Gardner nursing homes page.

Part of Ephram Lahasky

This chain operates 28 facilities. View all →