Cycle 1
Health 2025-08-29 · Fire 2025-08-29
7 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (3 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)
Worcester, MA
Blaire House Of Worcester
3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with $13,095 in total fines with 7 recent health deficiencies with 2 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
116 Houghton Street, Worcester, MA
(508) 791-5543
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
75
Certified beds
Average residents
68
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Elder Services
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1990-07-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.36
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.89
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.44
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.40
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
75%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
50%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.1 |
1.9
0.8 pts better
|
1.9
0.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.4 |
1.5
1.1 pts better
|
1.8
1.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 94.0% |
92.2%
1.8 pts better
|
93.4%
0.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
94.8%
5.2 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.7% |
3.5%
2.8 pts better
|
3.3%
2.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.0% |
12.0%
12 pts better
|
11.4%
11.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 11.2% |
5.2%
6 pts worse
|
5.4%
5.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 12.3% |
19.2%
6.9 pts better
|
19.6%
7.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 54.7% |
22.5%
32.2 pts worse
|
16.7%
38 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 7.1% |
0.1%
7 pts worse
|
0.1%
7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 25.8% |
17.7%
8.1 pts worse
|
16.3%
9.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 35.6% |
17.6%
18 pts worse
|
14.9%
20.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.4% |
1.0%
0.4 pts worse
|
1.0%
0.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 2.6% |
2.0%
0.6 pts worse
|
1.7%
0.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 23.7% |
21.7%
2 pts worse
|
19.8%
3.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.1% |
4.6%
1.5 pts better
|
5.1%
2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 51.1% |
77.1%
26 pts worse
|
81.7%
30.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-06-27 · Fire 2024-06-27
4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)
1 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-03-08 · Fire 2023-03-08
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-10-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-10-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-27
K347 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Corrected 2024-07-24
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-08
K161 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2023-04-11
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-08
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2023-04-11
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-08
K341 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2023-04-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-08
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-04-14
Inspection history
Recent health citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-10-10
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
F730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected 2025-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2025-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2025-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
F726 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected 2025-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2025-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2025-10-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-21
F604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected 2024-10-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-27
F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2024-07-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-27
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-07-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-27
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2024-07-30
G · Actual harm
2024-01-03
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-02-05
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-08
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-03-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-08
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-03-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-08
F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2023-03-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-08
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2023-03-29
B · Minimal harm
2023-03-08
F640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected 2023-03-29
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$13,095
2024-01-03
Fine
Fine · fine $13,095
Fine
Ownership
Essex Group Incorporated
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Romano, Frank
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Romano, Brandon
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Romano, James
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Romano, Katelyn
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Romano, Kyle
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Doyle, Philip
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Bandama, Faith
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Connectone Bank
5% Or Greater Security Interest · Organization
Connectone Bank
5% Or Greater Mortgage Interest · Organization
Essex Group Management Corp
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Jean-Baptiste, Rose
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Picone, Scott
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Romano, Frank
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Romano, Frank
Corporate Director · Individual
Romano, Frank
Corporate Officer · Individual
Romano, Katelyn
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Romano, Katelyn
Corporate Officer · Individual
Semaan, Rita
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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#3
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