Cedarwood Gardens
130 Chestnut Street · Franklin, MA · 02038 · 5085284600
82 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Alpha SNF Ma
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.67 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.44 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.36 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $7,596 |
Inspection citations (42 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E June 17, 2025
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Corrected July 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected July 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected July 14, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F June 17, 2025
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected July 14, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 14, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E May 8, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 8, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 8, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 8, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 8, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F May 8, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F May 8, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E May 8, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B May 8, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · B May 8, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected June 19, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected May 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 29, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 6, 2023 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected August 10, 2023 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| February 20, 2024 | Fine | $2,279 |
| February 12, 2024 | Fine | $1,899 |
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $3,418 |
Family & resident reviews — a separate signal, never mixed into the score
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 225461 · certified since July 1, 1990. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.