Best Skilled Nursing in Lowell, Massachusetts
9 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 9 skilled nursing communities in Lowell. Families rate them 3.7 out of 5 on average, across 302 public reviews.
- 9communities
- 3.7average rating, 9 rated
- 302family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
The Saab Residence Assisted Living at D'Youville Life & Wellness Community
Lowell, Massachusetts
5(7)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
D’Youville Life & Wellness Community
Lowell, Massachusetts
4.2(52)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Vantage at Lowell
Lowell, Massachusetts
3.6(5)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Northwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Lowell, Massachusetts
3.9(71)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Belvidere Healthcare Center
Lowell, Massachusetts
3.8(36)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Regalcare At Lowell
Lowell, Massachusetts
3.7(45)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Care One At Lowell
Lowell, Massachusetts
3.4(28)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
D'Youville Center For Advanced Therapy
Lowell, Massachusetts
3.1(16)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Lowell, Massachusetts
2.7(42)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Lowell
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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The Saab Residence Assisted Living at D'Youville Life & Wellness Community
5 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe The Saab Residence as a warm, well-run community with a smooth transition process and attentive staff. Reviewers consistently praise the nursing team, food service, cleanliness, and the sense of…
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D’Youville Life & Wellness Community
4.2 (52 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 208 units
Families describe The Saab Residence at D'Youville as a warm, well-run assisted living and memory care community with attentive staff and easy admissions. Reviewers highlight strong communication, especially during…
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3.6 (5 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 115 units
Reviews of Vantage at Lowell are sharply mixed. Some families and residents praise the nursing, aide, and physical therapy staff as caring and effective during short-term rehab stays, while others describe serious…
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Northwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
3.9 (71 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 123 units
Reviews for Northwood are sharply divided: a cluster of detailed 1-star accounts describe serious sanitation, staffing, and safety concerns, while a few 5-star reviews single out a family-communication program and rehab…
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3.8 (36 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe Belvidere Healthcare Center as a skilled nursing and rehab facility where staff and the administrator, Ryan, are consistently praised for compassionate, attentive care. Multiple reviewers, however,…
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3.7 (45 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 90 units
Reviews for RegalCare at Lowell are sharply divided: several families praise specific nurses and admissions staff for warmth, responsiveness, and helping loved ones through end-of-life care, while other reviewers…
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3.4 (28 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 160 units
Reviews of Care One at Lowell are sharply mixed, with some families praising attentive staff and specialized neurological rehabilitation, while others describe serious concerns about cleanliness, staffing, and the…
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D'Youville Center For Advanced Therapy
3.1 (16 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 33 units
Reviews for D'Youville Center For Advanced Therapy are mixed, with families praising the therapists and several aides while others describe serious lapses in basic care and communication. Experiences seem to vary a lot…
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Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
2.7 (42 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 169 units
Reviews for Fairhaven Healthcare Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing are overwhelmingly negative, with families describing serious lapses in hygiene, staffing, and basic care. Multiple reviewers cite slow response…
What families say about skilled nursing in Lowell
Counted across the review summaries of 9 Lowell communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Medical and nursing care 67%
- Building and grounds 33%
- Food and dining 22%
- Communication with families 22%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 56%
- Safety 44%
- Cleanliness 33%
- Medical and nursing care 33%
Skilled Nursing in Lowell: the figures
- •Of the 7 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60.
- •7 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.1 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 3 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (7), medication management (7), wheelchair accessible (7), emergency call system (7), gathering / activity spaces (6), housekeeping (6).
Skilled Nursing near Lowell
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dracut2.6 mi | 6 | 4.4 / 5 | 2.6 mi |
| Chelmsford3.1 mi | 24 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.1 mi |
| North Chelmsford3.2 mi | 5 | 4.9 / 5 | 3.2 mi |
| Tewksbury5.7 mi | 7 | 4.4 / 5 | 5.7 mi |
| Andover8.9 mi | 13 | 4 / 5 | 8.9 mi |
| Lawrence9.3 mi | 12 | 4.1 / 5 | 9.3 mi |
| Wilmington9.6 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 9.6 mi |
| Methuen9.8 mi | 11 | 4.2 / 5 | 9.8 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Lowell, 302 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Lowell ask about.
- Home Care in Massachusetts: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Lowell: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Lowell, Massachusetts?
MyLivingChoice lists 9 skilled nursing long term care communities in Lowell, Massachusetts, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Lowell are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Saab Residence Assisted Living at D'Youville Life & Wellness Community (5★, 7 ratings), D’Youville Life & Wellness Community (4.2★, 52 ratings), Northwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center (3.9★, 71 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Lowell?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Lowell has skilled nursing / long term care (9 communities), home health (7 communities), assisted living (4 communities), at-home care (2 communities), memory care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Lowell?
Families rate Lowell skilled nursing long term care communities 3.7 out of 5 on average, across 302 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Lowell skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 9 Lowell communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 67%), building and grounds (mentioned for 33%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (56%), safety (44%), cleanliness (33%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Lowell?
Of the 7 Lowell communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Lowell nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
7 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Lowell carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.1 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 3 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Lowell bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
