Nursing Homes in Auburn, Massachusetts
Auburn has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 154 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Massachusetts's state average of 2.9 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
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Total Beds
154
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
29 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
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Top Rated in Auburn
Life Care Center Of Auburn
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About Nursing Home Care in Auburn
Auburn, MA, presents a challenging market for nursing home care. The standout is Life Care Center of Auburn, but it carries a troubling Grade D rating. Unfortunately, families looking for quality options will find the choices limited and concerning overall. While there are no major red flags such as fines or abuse citations, the lack of high-quality facilities means families should consider expanding their search to nearby cities like Worcester or Leicester.
In terms of facilities to consider, there are no strong contenders in Auburn. With Life Care Center of Auburn being the only option, it's important to note that it does not meet the standards of well-staffed or not-for-profit care—both critical factors in ensuring quality nursing home experiences. Families should look at neighboring areas for more viable choices, where they may find facilities with better ratings and care practices.
Families should definitely skip Life Care Center of Auburn due to its Grade D rating, indicating significant concerns with care quality. The absence of any well-rated facilities means it's essential to explore other locations if possible. When visiting any facility, always ask to speak with current residents and their families to gauge the quality of care and environment firsthand.
Auburn at a Glance
Good News
- • 0 facilities meet quality standards (B grade or better)
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Auburn is stable
Questions Auburn Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Auburn avg is 0.49 hrs (29 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Auburn facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Auburn, Massachusetts
Auburn, Massachusetts's Worcester County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 154 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Auburn vs. Massachusetts: Near State Average
Auburn nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Massachusetts's statewide average of 2.90 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Auburn, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Auburn
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Auburn facilities average 0.49 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Auburn resident receives approximately 29 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Auburn facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: An All For-Profit Market
Auburn has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in Auburn may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in Auburn perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Massachusetts cities for additional options. The following Massachusetts cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Worcester — 16 facilities
- Boston — 11 facilities
- Holyoke — 8 facilities
- Fall River — 7 facilities
- Lowell — 7 facilities
- New Bedford — 6 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Auburn, Massachusetts?
Auburn has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 154 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above Massachusetts's state average of 2.9 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Auburn?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Auburn include:
- • Life Care Center Of Auburn — Grade D, 48/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Auburn nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Auburn as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Auburn Nursing Homes
Auburn offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.