Christopher House of Worcester

Nursing Home · Worcester, MA

CMS overall rating 3/5 Non profit - Corporation

CMS certification number225385

Contact & location

10 Mary Scano Drive
Worcester, MA 01605
Worcester County
Phone
(508) 754-3800
ZIP code
01605 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
156
Residents per day
141.2 (91% occupied)
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Legal name
Christopher House, INC
Medicare certified since
July 1, 1990
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.0
Health inspections★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.0
Staffing★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.1
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.3
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 2/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
4.10 (state 3.86 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.66 (state 0.65 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.94 (state 0.95 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.50 (state 2.26 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.63 (state 3.48 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
30.1 (state 38.2 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
5.3 (state 42.6 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
2 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
August 29, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
7.0 (state 7.2 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
22 health · 12 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2025-08-29 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.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-10
2025-08-29 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-10
2025-08-29 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-10
2025-08-29 Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
F0699 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-13
2025-08-29 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-10
2025-08-29 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-10
2025-08-29 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-10
2024-06-14 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-07-25
2024-06-14 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-07-25
2024-06-14 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-07-25
2024-03-28 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2024-05-08
2024-03-28 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2024-05-08
2024-03-28 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-05-08
2023-02-17 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-03
2023-02-17 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.
F0909 · Environmental Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-03
2023-02-17 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-03
2023-02-17 Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
F0886 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-03
2023-02-17 Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-03
2023-02-17 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-03
2023-02-17 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-03
2023-02-17 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-03
2023-02-17 Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
F0700 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-03

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

1 penalty in the last three years, including $8,512 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2024-03-28Fine$8,512

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Hudson Security Corporation (organization)5%+ Mortgage Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Cucchiara, Michael (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Lenzo, Daniel (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Madell, James (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Walsh, Gregory (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Lenzo, Daniel (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Walsh, Gregory (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
The Grantham Group, LLC (organization)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Bauer-Mahoney, Sandra (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Christopher House of Worcester?

Christopher House of Worcester has a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in Massachusetts.

How many beds does Christopher House of Worcester have?

It has 156 certified beds and cares for about 141 residents per day.

Has Christopher House of Worcester been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $8,512 in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Christopher House of Worcester?

(508) 754-3800. The facility is located at 10 Mary Scano Drive, Worcester, MA 01605.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.