B

LIFE CARE CENTER OF ACTON

ONE GREAT ROAD, ACTON, MA 01720
Score: 76 / 100

Life Care Center Of Acton earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 76/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Acton facility ranks in the 75th percentile among Massachusetts nursing homes.

Staffing at Life Care Center Of Acton is near the national average, with 3.81 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 16 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of Acton. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.81 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.50 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.08 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.24 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.28 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.36 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

16
Total Deficiencies
Jul 20, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 15 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0880 Severity F
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jul 20, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0685 Severity D
    Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
    Jul 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0742 Severity D
    Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty,
    May 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0883 Severity D
    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
    May 27, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity G
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Dec 14, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 5.2% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.9% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 17.3% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 3.6% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 6.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 23.1% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 76 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
155
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2