Whittier Skilled Nursing Facilities
Port Healthcare Center
Individualized healthcare and family values
Opening the doorways to functional and fulfilling lifestyles
Newburyport’s premier skilled nursing center
With construction on our multi-million dollar new building completed in late 2017, Port Healthcare Center is a comfortable, state-of-the-art facility for long-term residents and short-term physical rehabilitation patients.
Our new facility offers:
• 72,000 square feet of luxurious hotel-like accommodations
• Home-like comfort & qualities
• Private & semi-private rooms with private baths and scenic views
• Library, music room & private dining rooms available
• Expansive physical therapy space
• Cutting-edge technology focused on resident wellness
Port Healthcare Center is a special place where virtually every healthcare need and desire is met. The atmosphere at Port Healthcare Center is warm and family like. Port is a place that is easy to call “home.”
The professionals at Port are dedicated to providing high quality long-term nursing and subacute care. It is our goal to open the doorways to a functional and fulfilling lifestyle for each and every one of our residents.
The facility is situated on lovely grounds in Newburyport, Massachusetts and offers elegant dining, social rooms and finely decorated living accommodations. In addition, the nursing and therapeutic services are second to none. Programs are comprehensive, offering residents the most modern, innovative therapies available.
Our Staff
Our professionals work 24-hours a day to provide the highest quality care. The staff represents a wide range of specialties, including physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and nutritionists. Together they create a restorative program suited to individual needs and then work to maximize the potential of their patients each day of their stay.
Residents may choose to have their personal physician provide their care. However, if that is not possible, for whatever reason, our facility staff will assist in selecting a physician that meets the approval of the resident and their families.
A resident’s physician, in conjunction with our interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, will develop an individual program of restorative care for each resident. It is our goal to provide all of our residents with an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
We have built our reputation on our quality nursing, medical and therapeutic team. The care and services we provide not only meet but surpass state and federal guidelines.
Where your family becomes part of our family.
Admission Criteria
• Persons with a significant change in functional status resulting from a medical problem or problems.
• Persons who are medically stable and able to participate in rehabilitation activity.
We accept admission from all healthcare facilities
• Emergency Rooms
• Physicians Office
• Acute Care Hospitals
• Home
Available Services
• Wound Management
• Respiratory Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Language Therapy
• Medication Monitoring
• Patient Teaching
• Discharge Planning
• Nutrition Counseling
• Podiatry Services
• Dental Services
• Optometry Services
Rehabilitation Program
All rehabilitation programs are individually tailored to ensure success. We strive for healthy outcomes. That means using every possible form of effective therapy to accelerate and maximize every resident’s rehabilitation potential.
Rehabilitation programs range from intensive one-on-one therapy sessions to group sessions. This includes a variety of support groups which allow residents the opportunity to learn more about their condition, share experiences with others, discuss concerns and build lasting friendships.
Intravenous and Central Line Program
Activities
Residents are always busy, if they choose to be. A representative from the activities department greets each resident at the time of admission to discuss personal interests and hobbies. While at the facility, patients can be involved in their favorite pastimes, and meet others with similar interests.
Arts and crafts, physical fitness programs and discussion groups are all coordinated through the activities department. There are also wine and cheese parties, ice cream socials and cookouts. Outings away from the facility are also scheduled.
How to Make a Referral
Referrals can be made by contacting Port Healthcare Center directly. Please refer to the list below for insurances accepted. If you want to confirm insurance information on Port Healthcare Center, please call the facility directly at (978) 462-7373.
Medicare and Insurances Accepted
We accept most Medicare, Medicaid, workers compensation and insurance plans, including a wide range of major HMO’s and PPO’s, including, but not limited to:
• Medicare
• Workers Compensation
• AETNA/US Healthcare
• Anthem BC
• Beech Street
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MA
• CIGNA/Healthsource MA/NH
• Commonwealth Care
• Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
• Neighborhood Health Plan
• Tufts Associated Health Plan (out of contract only)
• Unicare (GIC Indemnity)
• United Healthcare
Religious Services & Support Groups
We recognize that the spiritual needs of our residents are very important. Religious services are held on-site and clergy of different faiths visit regularly.
Support meetings are available for family members of residents. These group discussions and activities allow families to share thoughts and feelings and learn from others who have loved ones in similar situations.
Patient support groups are also held regularly. Here residents can learn more about their disability, discuss concerns, share experiences and more
Patient Testimonials
Port is a top notch healthcare provider; their newer building has the feel of a hotel rather than a nursing facility.
Port Healthcare Center Patient Testimonial⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Port is a top notch healthcare provider; their newer building has the feel of a hotel rather than a nursing facility. Their nurses are also great and really care about the patients. Highly recommend!" • Stephanie T.Meet...
With 50 years of experience in health care I’ve encountered many healthcare facilities and it is with pleasure that…I highly recommend Port Rehab as there are no other facilities that compare or outshine this Whittier System facility.
Port Healthcare Center Patient Testimonial⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “With 50 years of experience in health care I’ve encountered many healthcare facilities and it is with pleasure that I provide positive feedback regarding Port Rehab in Newburyport. Port is a quality facility with an...
The caregiving team at the Port Healthcare Center is exceptional – it includes every person on the team no matter what role they play.
Port Healthcare Center Patient Testimonial⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The caregiving team at the Port Healthcare center is exceptional - it includes every person on the team no matter what role they play. This results in a "Caregiving Community" itself that all residents and their...
The financial in’s and out’s regarding admitting and caring for a loved one in a nursing home can be daunting. Thanks to Maria’s knowledge, caring and calm demeanor, the entire process was seamless.
Port Healthcare Center Patient Testimonial"I would like to commend Maria Tilton. The financial in’s and out’s regarding admitting and caring for a loved one in a nursing home can be daunting. The stress involved can be overwhelming. Thanks to Maria’s knowledge, caring...
From the moment she arrived she received loving and caring attention. My family and I cannot say enough positive things about the staff in this facility. The entire time she was there she was happy.
Port Healthcare Center Patient Testimonial"Dear Mr. Arcidi, My mother, Grace, had been a resident of Port Healthcare since December of 2022. From the moment she arrived she received loving and caring attention. My family and I cannot say enough positive things about...
This facility is a breath of fresh air! It’s beautiful and clean, and the employees are happy to be there! People smile here!
Port Healthcare Center Patient Testimonial⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This facility is a breath of fresh air! It's beautiful and clean, and the employees are happy to be there! People smile here! Even through their masks you can tell they are smiling! My dad is there now, and we are VERY...
Our Team
Port Healthcare Center is run by Administrator Andrew Arcidi and an amazing team of healthcare professionals.
Andrew Arcidi, MBA, Administrator
Port Healthcare CenterAndrew Arcidi, MBA Administrator, Port Healthcare Center Andrew attended Merrimack College, graduating with his Master’s Degree in Business Administration in 2019. He began working for Whittier full time three days later. In the last few years,...
Traci Aubin, OTR/L, Corporate Director of Business Development
Whittier Health NetworkTraci Aubin, OTR/L Corporate Director of Business Development Specialty: Strategic Analyst for Business Development with Clinical expertise; Community Marketing; Admissions; Patient and Family advocate with a focus on customer service. Traci...
Tracey Lanoue, BSN, RN, Director of Nursing
Port Healthcare CenterTracey Lanoue, BSN, RN Director of Nursing, Port Healthcare Center Tracey attended UMass Boston to obtain her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and also attended Regis College/Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Tracey has served in various...
Morgan Tolman, LPN, Admissions Nurse Liaison
Port Healthcare Center Morgan Tolman, LPN Admissions Nurse Liaison, Port Healthcare Center Morgan Tolman is a 2014 Graduate from the UCT Practical Nurse Program in Bourne, MA. She started her career with Whittier Health Network in 2009 at Nemasket Healthcare Center as...
News + Updates
To our Whittier Family: It is with mixed emotions that we announce the change in ownership of the six Whittier skilled nursing facilities, including Port Healthcare Center
The Atlas Healthcare Group will assume operations of Port Healthcare Center sometime in mid-to-late March, 2025. We believe them to be first-class operators and know that they will continue to operate, as Whittier has always done, by putting the patients’ and...
The wagging way to wellness: how animals bring joy and healing throughout Whittier Health Network
At Whittier, we know the road to recovery can be challenging. That's why we're embracing the power of the human-animal bond to comfort, motivate, and give our patients, residents, and staff a whole lot of tail wags. Animals, with their unique ability to lighten the...
At Whittier, we want you to know that you have choices when you need more care after a hospital stay.
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Who is in Charge of the Hospital Discharge Planning Process? Spoiler Alert – Pursuant to the Medicare Conditions of Participation, It’s You!
Did you know that under current Medicare requirements, a hospital discharge planner must, if possible, honor a patient’s goals and preferences in the discharge planning process, including where to be discharged to? These requirements, called Medicare Conditions of...
How do I pick the best nursing home in Massachusetts for my parents?
Most people plan their whole lives for major events; post-secondary education, career, purchasing a home, marriage, children etc. However most people do not plan to go to a nursing home. Usually the need arises at an unexpected time – major injury or health decline,...
Conditions and Visitation at Port Healthcare Center
As of December 23, Port Healthcare Center has 4 confirmed cases of COVID-19. In addition, Port Healthcare Center has had 0 clusters of three or more residents/staff with new onset of respiratory symptoms within 72 hours of each other. CURRENT STATUS:Visitation hours...
A note about our location and entrance
Directions to Port Healthcare Center
From New Hampshire: Take Route 95 South. From 95 South take Exit 86 (Route 113). At the bottom of the ramp go left. Once on Route 113, take your second right at Low Street. Go approximately two miles and make a right onto Hale Street. Port’s entrance is a little way down the street.
From Boston or Danvers Area: Route 95 North take Exit 86 (Route 113). At the bottom of the ramp go right. Once on Route 113 take your first right at Low Street. Go approximately two miles and make a right onto Hale Street. Port’s entrance is a little way down the street.
From Lawrence or Lowell Area: Route 495 North take Exit 81 (Route 110). Once on Route 110, get on Route 95 South. From 95 South, take Exit 86 (Route 113). At the bottom of the ramp go left. Once on Route 113, take your second right at Low Street. Go approximately two miles and make a right onto Hale Street. Port’s entrance is a little way down the street.
Take a Closer Look
We invite you to visit Port Healthcare Center. Call us at (978) 462-7373 to arrange your personal tour of our facility. Visit our facebook page too!
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