Quick answers
- Where is Grace Barker Nursing Center?
- 54 Barker Avenue, Warren, RI 02885, in Bristol County, Rhode Island.
- What is the phone number of Grace Barker Nursing Center?
- (401) 245-9100, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Grace Barker Nursing Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Grace Barker Nursing Center been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Grace Barker Nursing Center.
- What did inspectors find at Grace Barker Nursing Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (February 23, 2024 to April 30, 2026), Medicare lists 10 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (February 23, 2024 to April 30, 2026), Grace Barker Nursing Center had 10 health citations; the most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.84 hours per resident per day; the Rhode Island average is 3.78 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: April 30, 2026 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: April 30, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Previous cycle: February 5, 2025 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 5, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0744 Level D
“Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.”
Earlier cycle: February 23, 2024 — 5 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 23, 2024 (standard health inspection); March 7, 2024 (complaint investigation); July 15, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 5 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0684 Level E
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0756 Level E
“Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.”
F0760 Level E
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
F0610 Level D
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (6)
E0029 Level F
“Develop a communication plan.”
E0036 Level F
“Establish emergency prep training and testing.”
K0321 Level F
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0291 Level F
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0923 Level F
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Rhode Island | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.63 | 0.77 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.29 | 0.49 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.93 | 2.52 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.84 | 3.78 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.17 | 3.37 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.35 | 0.55 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 41.4% | 40.0% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 18.2% | 38.8% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Grace Barker Nursing Center, Inc..
Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lescault, Mark | Direct owner | 50% | November 28, 2007 |
| Lescault, Mary | Direct owner | 50% | March 31, 2006 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 86 |
| Average residents per day | 81.7 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Grace Barker Nursing Center, Inc. |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1967-03-28 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 54 Barker Avenue, Warren, RI 02885 |
| County | Bristol County |
| State | Rhode Island |
| Phone | (401) 245‑9100 |
| CMS Certification Number | 415014 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Crestwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Inc0.6 mi · Warren, RI · 5 of 5 stars
- Warren Operations RI, LLC DBA Warren Center1.0 mi · Warren, RI · 4 of 5 stars
- Country Gardens Health and Rehabilitation2.4 mi · Swansea, MA · 1 of 5 stars
- The Dawn Hill Home for Rehab and Healthcare2.8 mi · Bristol, RI · 4 of 5 stars
- Silver Creek Rehab and Healthcare Center3.4 mi · Bristol, RI · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Saint Anne's Hospital5.7 mi · Fall River, MA · Acute Care Hospital
- Southcoast Hospitals Group6.2 mi · Fall River, MA · Acute Care Hospital
- Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital6.9 mi · East Providence, RI · Psychiatric Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13