PALMER HEALTHCARE CENTER
250 SHEARER STREET, PALMER, MA 01069 · CCN 225763
Ratings
- Overall
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Health inspection
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Quality measures
- ★★★☆☆ 3
- Staffing
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
Facility
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Certified beds
- 61
- Avg residents/day
- 55.8
- Phone
- 4132838361
Inspection history vs Massachusetts & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | Massachusetts avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026-01-06 | 5 | 8.9 | 9.5 | -3.9 better |
| 2 | 2024-09-26 | 7 | 10.0 | 9.8 | -3.0 better |
| 3 | 2023-08-10 | 3 | 12.7 | 9.3 | -9.7 better |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Abuse, neglect, exploitation | 2 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 1 |
| Resident rights | 2 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 2.93 | 50.0% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 0.44 | 57.1% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 3.36 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $0
- Number of fines
- 0
- Number of penalties
- 0
- Payment denials
- 0
Inspection citations (15)
- DF0551Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.2026-01-06 · Health · corrected 2026-01-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2026-01-06 · Health · corrected 2026-01-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.2025-12-16 · Health · corrected 2025-12-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.2025-12-16 · Health · corrected 2025-12-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.2025-09-02 · Health · corrected 2025-07-08
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.2024-09-26 · Health · corrected 2024-11-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.2024-09-26 · Health · corrected 2024-11-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-09-26 · Health · corrected 2024-11-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2024-09-26 · Health · corrected 2024-11-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.2024-09-26 · Health · corrected 2024-11-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2024-09-26 · Health · corrected 2024-11-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0909Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.2024-09-26 · Health · corrected 2024-11-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.2023-08-10 · Health · corrected 2023-08-25
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.2023-08-10 · Health · corrected 2023-08-25
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.2023-06-27 · Health · corrected 2023-07-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAVALIER, DAVID | Individual | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | 2016-06-03 |
| CAVALIER, DAVID | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2016-06-03 |
| MINTZ, JOSHUA | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2025-03-01 |
| CAVALIER, DAVID | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2016-06-03 |
| CAVALIER, DAVID | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2016-06-03 |
Other facilities in PALMER
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Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.