F

LAFAYETTE CENTER

93 MAIN STREET, FRANCONIA, NH 03580
Score: 14 / 100
⚠️ SFF Candidate

With a score of 14/100, Lafayette Center ranks in the bottom tier of New Hampshire nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing at Lafayette Center is near the national average, with 3.44 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 29 deficiencies at Lafayette Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 3 / 15 pts
1 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.44 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.71 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.66 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.07 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.06 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.48 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

29
Total Deficiencies
May 26, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 4 Minor 🟠 25 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0686 Severity G
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    May 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity F
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    May 26, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0565 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
    May 26, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity D
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    May 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    May 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 9.0% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 7.4% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 28.1% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.6% 2.5% Average
ADL decline (daily activities) 35.9% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 9.2% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 24.4% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $50,164

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 14 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -5 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
72
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
May 26, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7