1071 VARNUM AVENUE, LOWELL, MA 01854
Phone: (978)569-1071
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 33 | Est. Occupancy: 88% (~4 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
Last Updated: November 2025
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About Nursing Homes in LOWELL
LOWELL's 7 nursing homes average 128 certified beds, indicating larger facilities with potentially more specialized services. The city's average quality rating of 2 stars shows that facility size doesn't necessarily compromise care quality.
LOWELL Quick Facts:
- •14.3% five-star rate (below the national average of 18.9%)
- •85.7% chain-owned facilities (national average: 76%)
- •2 nonprofit facilities (28.6% of market)
- •100% of facilities have abuse violations
Nursing Home Costs in LOWELL
Nursing home costs in LOWELL, Massachusetts average $475-$511 per day ($14,250-$15,330/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 51% above the national median according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents. Some facilities also participate in Veterans Aid & Attendance programs for qualifying veterans and spouses.
Market Overview
LOWELL's nursing homes include 71.4% for-profit, 28.6% nonprofit facilities.
Choosing a Nursing Home in LOWELL
Start by touring the 1 five-star facilities in LOWELL, which represent the top 14.3% by CMS quality metrics. Note that 7 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding.
All nursing homes in LOWELL are licensed and inspected by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. MassHealth covers nursing home care for eligible Massachusetts residents. For advocacy and complaints, contact the Massachusetts Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-617-727-7750. Massachusetts law requires nursing homes to maintain minimum staffing ratios, conduct quarterly inspections, and report all incidents to state authorities. Families can file complaints with the Massachusetts Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which investigates concerns about quality of care, resident rights, and facility conditions.
All Nursing Homes in LOWELL
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Showing 7 of 7 facilities in LOWELL
19 VARNUM STREET, LOWELL, MA 01850
Phone: (978)454-5644
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 160 | Est. Occupancy: 94% (~9 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
500 WENTWORTH AVENUE, LOWELL, MA 01852
Phone: (978)458-1271
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 115 | Est. Occupancy: 70% (~35 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars
476 VARNUM AVENUE, LOWELL, MA 01854
Phone: (978)458-3388
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 169 | Est. Occupancy: 69% (~52 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars
30 PRINCETON BOULEVARD, LOWELL, MA 01851
Phone: (978)954-8086
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 90 | Est. Occupancy: 64% (~32 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars
981 VARNUM AVENUE, LOWELL, MA 01854
Phone: (978)454-5681
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 208 | Est. Occupancy: 96% (~8 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
1010 VARNUM AVENUE, LOWELL, MA 01854
Phone: (978)458-8773
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 123 | Est. Occupancy: 94% (~8 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars
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