Life Care Center Of Merrimack Valley

80 Boston Road, Billerica MA, 01862

Resident Review Score
7.4
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Loved
Starting price

$2,884

For this area
$$$
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Life Care Center Of Merrimack Valley is a nursing home in Billerica, MA, with 124 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living and memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia. The community also has an independent living option. This facility may offer respite stays. If this is something you need, you will need to find out if there are any additional restrictions on this option.

Costs at this community start at $2,884 and range up to $12,015 per month. The average price in the community is $7,450, which is more than the average cost of $7,182 for nursing home care in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. Depending on other care the resident needs, additional care or services may increase the monthly cost. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 4.1 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 1.7 hours with licensed nurses (0.7 by an RN and 1.1 by an LPN) and 2.4 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. This facility has a variety of activities, including musical performances and social outings. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are 32 hospitals within 25 miles of Life Care Center Of Merrimack Valley. The two closest hospitals are Lowell General Hospital, which is 4.4 miles away, and Emerson Hospital -, which is 10.5 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 3, which is an average rating of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has an average health inspection rating of 3. The quality rating for this facility is 3 and the staff rating is 4.

Some of the key amenities available at Life Care Center Of Merrimack Valley are:

  • Outdoor Areas
  • Social Outings
  • Pet Friendly
  • Beauty & Barber

For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(978) 667-2166

Pricing for Life Care Center Of Merrimack Valley

$7,182Avg. Local Starting Price
Life Care Center Of Merrimack Valley$2,884

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$7,735
  • In Boston$7,182
  • In MA$7,182

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Resident Review Score
7.4
|
Loved
#1 in Billerica, MA
Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved10
Loved1
Good0
Average0
Below Average5

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has garnered positive reviews from many who have experienced its care firsthand, highlighting several aspects that contribute significantly to its favorable reputation. Numerous reviewers have praised the community for its dedication to improving staffing levels, which has led to decreased wait times and more organized services. The culinary team, especially, received accolades for providing a variety of meal options that cater to residents' preferences, while the return of entertainment and planned outings has been a source of excitement. The implementation of a new check-in system was also noted for making visits more seamless.
The staff's friendliness and professionalism were frequently mentioned, with specific departments like rehabilitation receiving outstanding praise for their exceptional care and support during recovery processes. Rehabilitation services were lauded for helping residents regain mobility and strength through personalized care. Activities at the community were another highlight, with engaging and creative programs designed to keep residents happy and mentally stimulated. While the positive aspects far outweigh the negatives, some feedback suggested a need for improvement in call response times. Despite this, the overarching sentiment is one of gratitude and satisfaction, with many expressing their relief and contentment at having their loved ones receive care in such a supportive and caring environment. The community's ability to make residents feel at home, coupled with its comprehensive approach to care, including good food, cleanliness, and a plethora of activities, has made it a trusted choice for many families.

AI generated summary of real reviews

ANNUAL DATA

Life Care Center Of Merrimack Valley

Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

124
115.1

Local Avg

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

3
3

Local Avg

health inspection

3
2.9

Local Avg

quality

3
3.3

Local Avg

staff

3
3.2

Local Avg

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

0
0.1

Local Avg

infection control citations

0
1.1

Local Avg

fines

1
2.2

Local Avg

amount of fines

$5,161
$51,226

Local Avg

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

2
1.6

Local Avg

total nurse hours

4
3.8

Local Avg

weekend nurse hours

4
3.4

Local Avg

weekend rn hours

0
0.5

Local Avg

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

51
46.9

Local Avg

registered nurses

53
51.1

Local Avg

administrators who left

0
0.7

Local Avg

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    LIFE CARE CENTER OF MERRIMACK VALLEY

  • Ownership type

    For profit - Corporation

  • Federal Provider Number

    225546

  • Provider SSA county code

    90

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    March 15, 1992

  • Type of council

    Resident

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    No

  • Located in hospital

    No

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Amenities

Life Care Center Of Merrimack Valley

Outdoor Areas
Social Outings
Pet Friendly
Beauty & Barber

Accommodations

Wifi

Cable TV

Fireplace

Flexible Visiting Hours

Garden

Housekeeping

Outdoor Areas

Outdoor Garden

Outdoor Walking Paths

Wireless Internet Access

Complaints

0 Health Complaint Deficienceis

0 Payment Denials

0 Total Complaints Reported

0 Total Incidents Reported

$13050 In Fines Imposed

1 Penalties Imposed

1 Total Fines Imposed

3 Health Standard Deficiencies

3 Total Deficiencies Reported

Occupancy

116 Current Occupants

124 Total Units

Safety

24-hour Security

Activities & Fitness

Activity Center

Arts & Crafts

Clubs & Communities

Health And Wellness Programs

Library & Computer Lounge

Social Outings

Tv / Movie Nights

Walking Paths

Yoga

Care

Alzheimer's And Dementia Care

Arthritis

Assisted Living

Bariatric Care

Cardiac Care

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Diabetic

Dialysis

Dysphagia Therapy

Hospice

Hospice Care

IV Therapy

Laundry / Dry Cleaning

Massage Therapy

Medication Coordination

Memory Care

Nurses

Offers Resident/family Counciling

Ostomy Care

Oxygen Therapy

Pain Management

Palliative Care

Podiatry Services

Pulmonary Care

Restorative Nursing Care

Speech Therapy

Stroke Care

Stroke Rehabilitation

Tracheostomy Care

Wound Management: Providing The Special Care Our Diabetic Patients Or Those With Thinner And Frailer Skin May Require As We Age While Focusing On The Entire Patient Including Nutrition, Hydration And Mobility.

Services

Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Concierge Services

Additional Features

Certified By Medicare And Medicaid

Medicare Participant Since 03/15/1992

Pet Friendly

Dining & Nutrition

Meals Provided

Neighborhood

Saint Louis University Hospital

Hospitals

Saints Medical Center

1 Hospital Drive

Distance: 3.7 miles

Lowell General Hospital

295 Varnum Avenue

Distance: 4.4 miles

Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital

200 Springs Road

Distance: 6.2 miles

Churches

Christian Missionary Church

Lowell

Distance: 0.2 miles

North Billerica Baptist Church

39 Old Elm Street, North Billerica

Distance: 0.4 miles

St Andrew's Catholic Church

47 Talbot Avenue, North Billerica

Distance: 0.6 miles

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