At Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, part of the Oriol Health Care family, we are proud to be accredited by The Joint Commission and recognized as the only Central Massachusetts Joint Commission Post-Acute Care (PAC) Certified Facility. This certification reflects our 60+ year tradition of excellence, as a family-owned and operated health care organization, dedicated to “our family taking care of yours.”
Being Post-Acute Care Certified means we have built an effective framework to address the unique needs of high-acuity and short-stay patients. It highlights our ability to provide smooth, safe care transitions and reduce the risk of unnecessary hospital readmissions—offering families peace of mind during critical recovery periods.
What is Post-Acute Care Certification?
The Joint Commission’s Post-Acute Care (PAC) Certification is an advanced recognition designed for nursing care centers that serve patients with complex medical needs or short-term rehabilitation goals. To qualify, a facility must first be accredited under the Joint Commission’s Nursing Care Center Accreditation Program.
This “add-on” certification demonstrates that a facility not only meets but exceeds the high standards required for accreditation. It confirms the ability to deliver quality care transitions, manage complex cases, and achieve stronger outcomes for patients moving from hospitals to skilled nursing care. ➡️ Learn more about The Joint Commission
Key Benefits of Certification
What This Means for the Communities We Serve
Serving the Wachusett Region—including Holden, Paxton, Princeton, Rutland, Sterling, West Boylston, Boylston, Worcester, and surrounding towns—Holden Rehab’s Post-Acute Care Certification is a formal recognition of our advanced competencies. It demonstrates that we are a trusted partner in the health care journey, supporting patients and families at every step.
This certification strengthens Oriol Health Care’s reputation for award-winning excellence, building on our recognition in the Best of Your Hometown Awards, AHCA/NCAL Bronze Award, and the 2025 Customer Experience Award from Activated Insights.
A Legacy of Excellence
For over 60 years, Oriol Health Care has been family-owned and operated, delivering on a promise that continues to define our mission: “Our family taking care of yours.” Holden Rehab’s Joint Commission PAC Certification is not just an achievement—it’s a reflection of our tradition of compassionate, skilled, and personalized care for every patient.
Conclusion: Why Choose Holden Rehab?
Holden Rehab is more than a nursing care center—it’s Central Massachusetts’s trusted leader in post-acute excellence. With our Joint Commission PAC Certification, award-winning services, and unwavering family commitment, we proudly deliver the best in care transitions, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing.
When it comes to your loved one’s recovery, you deserve confidence, compassion, and a proven standard of excellence. At Holden Rehab, that’s exactly what you’ll find.
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