C76

PALMER HEALTHCARE CENTER

Grade C 76/100 composite score

For profit - Individual

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
3/5
Health Insp.
3/5
Quality
3/5
Staffing
2/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

61

Ownership

For profit - Individual

Total Fines

None

Last Survey

N/A

250 SHEARER STREET, PALMER, MA 01069
4132838361

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
0.51h
LPN
0.85h
CNA
2.00h
Total
3.36h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

CAVALIER, DAVID

Individual5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Jun 2016

100%

CAVALIER, DAVID

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Jun 2016

CAVALIER, DAVID

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Jun 2016

CAVALIER, DAVID

IndividualW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEESince Jun 2016

Penalties & Fines

No penalties or fines on record.

Health Inspection Deficiencies (18)

September 2, 2025Health1 deficiency
0607DMinimal harm, Isolated

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 8, 2025
September 26, 2024Health7 deficiencies
0557DMinimal harm, Isolated

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 1, 2024
0684DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 1, 2024
0689DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 1, 2024
0805DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 1, 2024
0812FMinimal harm, Widespread

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 1, 2024
0909DMinimal harm, Isolated

Regularly 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.

Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 1, 2024
0558DMinimal harm, Isolated

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 1, 2024
August 10, 2023Health2 deficiencies
0801FMinimal harm, Widespread

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 25, 2023
0660DMinimal harm, Isolated

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 25, 2023
June 27, 2023Health1 deficiency
0607DMinimal harm, Isolated

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 28, 2023
January 18, 2023Health1 deficiency
0886DMinimal harm, Isolated

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Feb 10, 2023
May 20, 2022Health6 deficiencies2 severe
0580GActual harm, Isolated

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

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 28, 2022
0641DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 28, 2022
0686GActual harm, Isolated

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 28, 2022
0657DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 28, 2022
0757DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 28, 2022
0812EMinimal harm, Pattern

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 28, 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for PALMER HEALTHCARE CENTER?

PALMER HEALTHCARE CENTER in PALMER, Massachusetts has a CareGrader grade of C (Average), with a composite score of 76.3 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for PALMER HEALTHCARE CENTER?

PALMER HEALTHCARE CENTER has an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 3/5, and a staffing rating of 2/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does PALMER HEALTHCARE CENTER have?

PALMER HEALTHCARE CENTER has 18 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

How many beds does PALMER HEALTHCARE CENTER have?

PALMER HEALTHCARE CENTER has 61 certified beds with approximately 55 current residents (90% occupancy). The facility is located at 250 SHEARER STREET, PALMER, Massachusetts 01069. It is a for profit - individual facility.

Data Disclaimer

Inspection data, staffing levels, and star ratings are sourced from CMS Medicare Nursing Home Compare and are largely self-reported by facilities. A 2019 GAO study found that 43% of facilities under-reported falls. CareGrader provides this data for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with CMS or Medicare. Always visit facilities in person before making a decision.