FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER is a 2-star (below average) rated 169-bed nursing home in LOWELL, Massachusetts. It has 13 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has below-average registered nurse staffing. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated March 2026

fairhaven healthcare center

476 VARNUM AVENUE · LOWELL, MA 01854
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Overall Rating
Health Inspections
2 / 5
Staffing
3 / 5
Quality Measures
2 / 5
Trend
stable
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.28
Total Nurse Hours/Day
3.52
RN Turnover
53.8%
Total Staff Turnover
39.8%
Facility Info
Beds
169
Avg. Residents/Day
121
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
13
Complaint Deficiencies
1
Total Fines
$15,030
Number of Penalties
1

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
November 2023 Fine $15,030

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER?
FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER has an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars (Below Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER been fined or penalized?
Yes, FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER has 1 penalty record(s) on file totaling $15,030.
How many deficiencies does FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER have?
FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER has 13 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER compare to other nursing homes in LOWELL?
Visit our LOWELL, Massachusetts nursing homes page to see how FAIRHAVEN HEALTHCARE CENTER ranks against other facilities in the area.