Penacook Place, Inc faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 43/100. The facility ranks in the 38th percentile among Massachusetts nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing at Penacook Place, Inc is near the national average, with 3.56 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent inspections identified 33 deficiencies at Penacook Place, Inc. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.56 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.55 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.83 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.18 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.32 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.39 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0607 Severity DDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Jan 19, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Jan 19, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0760 Severity GEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Apr 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0656 Severity DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.May 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0677 Severity DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.May 7, 2024 · 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 | 2.7% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 3.2% | 3.0% | Average |
| On antipsychotic medication | 23.3% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.9% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 18.9% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 0.9% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 28.5% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
6 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $66,381
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 43 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -6 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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