SeniorCareRanked
Rhode Island/Providence
1
Very Poor

Berkshire Place

455 Douglas Avenue, Providence, RI 02908
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Berkshire Place is a 220-bed for profit - corporation nursing home located in Providence, Rhode Island. It has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 1 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. This facility has received 12 fine(s) totaling $155,917. 10 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the GREEN TREE HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score1/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating1/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.6 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.51 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover0% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies10 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 12 fine(s) totaling $155,917
  • 12 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.6
RN hours/resident/day0.51
Staff turnover0%
RN turnover0%

Facility Information

Beds220
Avg residents196.4
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainGREEN TREE HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
Deficiencies (last inspection)10
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting Berkshire Place

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

Berkshire Place reports 3.6 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 0% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

Ask about their most recent inspection

10 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.