Grace Barker Nursing Center
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 17 Google reviews
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
Below average in RI · Below recommended RN staffing · Above average staffing · $114,806 in fines
What this means for your family
Grace Barker Nursing Center is highly regarded for its compassionate staff and effective rehabilitation programs, making it a strong candidate for both short-term recovery and long-term care. Because the facility is family-owned and maintains a homelike environment, families should feel confident in the facility's communication and responsiveness.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
17 reviews on Google“Grace Barker Nursing Center is consistently praised for its compassionate, attentive staff and a welcoming, homelike environment. Families and short-term rehab patients highlight the facility's strong communication, skilled therapy teams, and high-quality food, noting that the local, family-owned management contributes to a personalized care experience.”
Quality Themes
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- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
- Effective short-term rehabilitation therapy
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Responsive and communicative management
- High-quality dining options
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 18 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the facility's strong reputation for short-term rehabilitation, how do you tailor those therapy programs for long-term residents who need ongoing support?
- 2With the current staffing rating being a strong point, how do you ensure that level of attentive care is maintained consistently across all three shifts?
- 3I noticed there were a few recent health inspection findings; could you walk me through the steps the facility has taken to address those specific areas and improve?
- 4Since residents and families often praise the quality of the dining options, how do you accommodate individual dietary needs or preferences during daily meal service?
- 5What specific protocols are in place to ensure clear and proactive communication with families regarding any changes in a resident's medical condition or health status?
- 6Could you share some examples of the social or enrichment activities currently offered that help residents stay active and engaged within the community?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff was very welcoming, friendly, caring, accessible and attentive to my medical needs. They were in constant communication with me and my family; providing updates on my care, milestones and goals.”
“From the nurses, cnas and med techs, I always knew that she was being well cared for. The dedication of the staff is outstanding.”
“They took my aunt when other facilities said they could no longer help her. They helped her with P/T, they had her see a geriatric psychiatrist and stabilized her meds.”
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Families have filed multiple complaints triggering investigations, with the most recent in September 2023 involving serious concerns about staff training, safety supervision, and abuse reporting procedures. Recurring issues span medication management, infection control, and respiratory care, with some problems like infection control and respiratory care persisting across multiple surveys from 2022 through 2025, suggesting ongoing challenges despite correction efforts.
Feb 5, 2025Routine7
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Jul 15, 2024Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Mar 7, 2024Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Feb 23, 2024Routine3
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Sep 29, 2023Complaint4
Administration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Dec 9, 2022Routine5
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Sep 29, 2023
$114,806
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Grace Barker Nursing Center
for profit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Lescault, Mark
Owner
Lescault, Mary
Owner
Key personnel
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References & Resources
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