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Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

800 Essex Street

4.1(13 ratings)· Lawrence average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

Total units
94
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
94
Language access
Programs offered in English and Spanish
Therapy services
On-site physical and occupational therapy staff
Ownership
Part of Royal Health Group network since 2017

What Families Think

Family reviews of Royal WoodMill are largely positive, praising attentive nursing and rehab staff who helped residents recover strength and mobility, as well as thoughtful activities for residents with dementia. One reviewer noted a single troubling interaction with a doctor, though the overall care experience was described as compassionate and professional.

The Good

  • Nurses and CNAs described as attentive and compassionate
  • Physical and occupational therapists praised for motivating rehab support
  • Activities program tailored for residents with dementia
  • Onsite salon adds comfort for residents
  • Bilingual English/Spanish programs for local community
  • Food quality helped one resident gain needed weight

The Bad

  • One report of a troubling interaction with a doctor
  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a senior living community in Lawrence, Massachusetts offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 13 reviews.

About Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Royal Wood Mill Center is a 94-bed skilled nursing facility in Lawrence, Massachusetts, providing long-term and short-term care, rehabilitation, in-home support, and specialty services for seniors throughout New England.

The facility is part of the Royal Health Group, which it joined in 2017. Royal Wood Mill emphasizes quality clinical care and compassionate staff in pleasant surroundings, with proximity to both home and hospital.

Recognizing the ethnic diversity of the local community, Royal Wood Mill offers a Latino immersion program and provides a variety of programs and services in both English and Spanish.

Types of Care at Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

4.1overall · 13 ratings combined

4.1★ on Google (13)

Renee LaPlume

Feb 2026

via Google

I spent time at this rehabilitation center recently and want to acknowledge the many staff members who made a positive difference in my recovery. Nurse Martha and Nurse Anne were consistently kind, attentive, and responsive. PT Steven and OT Michelle were skilled, motivating, and essential to my progress. Caseworker Allen was supportive and helpful in navigating next steps. Most of the staff treated me with compassion and professionalism, and I’m truly grateful for their dedication. However, I did have one extremely troubling experience with a doctor during my stay. The interaction was upsetting enough that I felt compelled to formally document it. It was not consistent with the level of care I received from the rest of the team. Despite that incident, the majority of the staff provided excellent care, and I sincerely appreciate those who supported me through my recovery.

Jorge Cirino

Dec 2025

via Google

My name is Aida Pizarro and I loved every minute I spent in royal woodmill

Janet Rivera

Nov 2025

via Google

If you want to come somewhere where people care about you this is the place all staff attend to you without a problem administration will help you with whatever you need while there and after you go home. Food is good I gained the weight needed and I'm leaving healthier My rehab went well I am walking better then I came in.

Mary Gifford

Aug 2025

via Google

The Royal WoodMill Nursing staff is phenomenal! All of the members from nursing, social services, nutrition and recreation are knowledgeable, caring and professional. The care provided to my family member is by far THE BEST! We are eternally grateful and thankful!

Marissa Deshaies

May 2025

via Google

Both of my grandparents were residents at Woodmill, and the care they received was truly exceptional. From the moment they arrived, we felt they were in compassionate and capable hands. Every member of the team—nurses, CNAs, dietary staff, and the activities department—played a vital role in making their final years comfortable, dignified, and filled with moments of joy. My grandmother especially loved the onsite salon, where she always felt pampered and beautiful. The staff provided a wide range of activities thoughtfully designed for residents with dementia, and she was able to participate in meaningful ways that brought her happiness and comfort. My grandfather, though no longer mobile, was still included in activities and never made to feel left out. The effort the team put into making sure every resident was engaged, regardless of ability, was something we deeply appreciated. Woodmill provided not just care, but a true sense of home. We’re forever grateful for the love and respect shown to both of my grandparents during their time there. May they both rest in paradise, knowing they were truly loved—by us and by you. With deepest gratitude, MD

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Government Inspection History

6 inspection visits in the last three years, 35 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Mar 25, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 7, 2026

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 17, 2026

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 10, 2026

Mar 9, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 1, 2026

Apr 9, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard19 citations
  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 7, 2025

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 2, 2025

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 2, 2025

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 2, 2025

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 2, 2025

  • Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 2, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 2, 2025

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 2, 2025

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 2, 2025

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 2, 2025

  • Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 2, 2025

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 2, 2025

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 2, 2025

Apr 22, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 29, 2024

  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 29, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 1, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 29, 2024

  • Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 29, 2024

  • Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 29, 2024

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 29, 2024

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 29, 2024

  • Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 29, 2024

Apr 9, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 25, 2024

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 25, 2024

Dec 12, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 12, 2024

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offer?

Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center located?

Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located at 800 Essex Street in Lawrence, Massachusetts.

What do families say about Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Family reviews of Royal WoodMill are largely positive, praising attentive nursing and rehab staff who helped residents recover strength and mobility, as well as thoughtful activities for residents with dementia. One reviewer noted a single troubling interaction with a doctor, though the overall care experience was described as compassionate and professional.

How did Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Royal WoodMill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center had 6 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 35 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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