Our Ladys Haven of Fairhaven Inc
71 Center Street · Fairhaven, MA · 02719 · 5089994561
117 certified beds Non profit - Church related Chain: Diocesan Health Facilities
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.76 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.79 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.48 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (19 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected December 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected December 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 3, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 3, 2025 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B November 14, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected December 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 29, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 29, 2024
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 29, 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 November 22, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E October 29, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 29, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 29, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2023
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 December 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F November 15, 2023
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 15, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 8, 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 September 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 225485 · 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.