335 NICHOLS RD, FITCHBURG, MA 01420
Adult Day Services
0.0(0 reviews)
Adult day servicesDaytime supervision & activitiesRespite for caregivers
Often covered
by Medicare / insurance
About Highlands, The
The Highlands brings together skilled nursing and rehabilitation services designed for Fitchburg, Massachusetts families navigating recovery and ongoing care needs. Our 4-star rated team focuses on personalized medical attention and therapeutic support to help residents regain strength and independence.
Community at a glance
Capacity
168 residents
Overall rating
4.0 / 5.0
Location
FITCHBURG, MA
Status
Verified community
Care & services offered
Skilled Nursing
Contact & location
335 NICHOLS ROAD, FITCHBURG, Massachusetts 01420
Senior living near FITCHBURG
FITCHBURG HEALTHCARE
Verified1199 JOHN FITCH HWY, FITCHBURG, MA 01420
Skilled Nursing
1.0(0 reviews)
Medicare & Medicaid certifiedSprinkler systemsResident & family councilSkilled nursing & rehabilitation+1 more
Often covered
by Medicare / insurance
Josephs House
Verified279 Daniels St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Independent LivingActive Adult Living
0.0(0 reviews)
Affordable senior housingIndependent livingAge 62+ community
Often covered
by Medicare / insurance
Skilled Nursing — frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover skilled nursing?+
Medicare covers up to 100 days of skilled nursing per benefit period after a qualifying 3-day hospital stay — fully for the first 20 days, then with a daily copay. Long-term custodial stays are generally not covered.
How much does a nursing home cost?+
A semi-private room averages about $7,900 per month nationally; private rooms cost more. Medicaid is the largest payer for long-term nursing home care.
What is the CMS star rating?+
Medicare rates nursing homes 1–5 stars on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. We show these ratings so you can compare quality at a glance.