Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Life Care Center of Acton
One Great Road · Acton, MA 01720 · 155 certified beds
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About Life Care Center of Acton
Life Care Center of Acton is a nursing home in Acton, Massachusetts, in Middlesex County. Public records list 155 beds. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Life Care Centers of America. It is Medicare certified. We hold 16 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 21 July 2025. Public enforcement records list no fine or payment denial against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.04 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
5
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
5
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
5
Inspection history (16)
Records from December 2022 to July 2025.
July 21, 2025 · F
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-21 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-21.GOVJuly 21, 2025 · D
Citation F0685Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-21 under CMS tag F0685 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-21.GOVMay 28, 2024 · B
Citation F0644Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-28 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-28.GOVMay 28, 2024 · D
Citation F0742Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-28 under CMS tag F0742 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-28.GOVMay 28, 2024 · D
Citation F0883Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-28 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-28.GOVDecember 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0685Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-15 under CMS tag F0685 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-15 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0638Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-15 under CMS tag F0638 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2022 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-15 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-15 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0700Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-15 under CMS tag F0700 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0693Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-15 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0580Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-15 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-15 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2022 · D
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-15 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2022 · G
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-15 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-15.GOV
Penalties
Total fines on file: $0
Staffing
Latest: 4.04 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.92 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.92 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-014.04 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-014.04 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q14.04 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.13 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
CMS Care Compare chain: Life Care Centers of America
Chain ID 311 · 194 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 3.4
- Chain average health inspection rating: 2.8
- Chain average staffing rating: 3.3
- Chain average quality measure rating: 4.5
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Life Care Centers of America, INC.
chain · PAC 6608783543
Recent changes to this listing
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
- Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Ownership type, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
- Parent organization
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
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