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Bear Hill Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center

11 North Street, Stoneham, MA 02180

Assisted Living Nursing Home Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,944

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,910
  • Average State Price: $3,957
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Bear Hill Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center Description

    Bear Hill Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center is a community that offers assisted living, nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the town of Wakefield, Massachusetts. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, suite and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.9 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 3 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 3 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    7.4
    Bear Hill Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 77 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 3 communities in Stoneham
  • Ranking in State: 418 out of 664 communities in MA
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A

    Cleanliness B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summary of Reviews:

    • Several reviews mention understaffing and high turnover rates, yet acknowledge the dedication of the staff present.
    • Food quality and temperature are consistently criticized across multiple reviews.
    • The Activities and Physical Therapy departments receive high praise for their quality of service.
    • There are mixed experiences regarding care, with some reviews highlighting neglect and inadequate care leading to severe health deterioration and others praising the facility for exceptional care and attentiveness.
    • Communication with management and responsiveness to concerns are areas of contention, with some reviewers feeling their concerns were ignored.
    • The cleanliness of the facility and the behavior of some staff members are criticized, including issues with hygiene and professionalism.
    • Positive experiences are noted in terms of rehabilitation services, with specific staff members being commended for their dedication and effectiveness.
    • Family members of residents appreciate the efforts to keep residents engaged and dressed, noting a stark contrast to other facilities.
    • There are serious concerns about medical errors, such as incorrect medication being administered and delays in responding to call bells.

    Overall, the reviews present a mixed picture of the facility, with significant concerns about care quality and staff behavior balanced by stories of dedicated care and effective rehabilitation services.


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    Health

    Subacute Care

    Rehabilitation

    Skilled Nursing

    Long Term Care

    Hospice Care

    Rehab Satisfaction Survey


    Services

    Housekeeping

    Person-centered Care

    Medications


    Activities

    Art

    Daily Activities

    Large Activity Rooms

    Activity Rooms


    Community Amenities

    Atrium

    Beauty/Barber Shop

    Chapel

    Cozy Pub And Lounge

    Day Rooms

    Extensive Grounds And Flower Gardens


    Room Amenities

    Bathing

    Dressing

    Toileting

    Grooming

    Whirlpool Bath


    Dining

    Resident Dining Rooms

    Dining Experience

    Kitchen

    Pub


    Transportation

    Visiting Nurse


    Pet

    Pet Friendly



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 3
    Health inspection rating: 3
    Staffing rating: 3
    Quality measure rating: 2
    Long-term quality measure rating: 1
    Short-term quality measure rating: 3


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: June 14, 1983
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 169
    Total current residents: 155
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 4
    Total cost of fines: $103946


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-11-07 2022-11-18 D Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2022-11-07 2022-12-30 D Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2022-11-07 2022-12-30 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-11-07 2022-11-18 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-10-21 2022-10-28 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    2022-10-21 2022-11-28 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2022-01-12 2022-01-19 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-28 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-28 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2020-01-09 2020-01-31 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
    2020-01-09 2020-01-31 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2020-01-09 2020-02-04 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2020-01-09 2020-01-31 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2020-01-09 2020-02-04 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    2020-01-09 2020-01-31 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
    2020-01-09 2020-01-31 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2020-01-09 2020-01-31 D Environmental Deficiencies Keep all essential equipment working safely.
    2020-12-23 2021-01-11 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2020-12-23 2021-01-11 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2020-08-27 2020-09-27 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2019-01-31 2019-03-17 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2019-01-31 2019-03-17 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    2019-01-31 2019-03-17 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2019-01-31 2019-03-17 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies 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.
    2019-01-31 2019-03-17 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2018-09-19 $7,803
    2020-08-27 $5,000
    2020-08-27 $5,405
    2020-12-23 $15,755
    2020-12-23 $15,000
    2022-01-12 $15,000
    2022-01-12 $15,341
    2022-10-21 $82,250
    2022-10-21 $67,445

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Wakefield which is 1.4 miles away and has a population of 24,932 (small town).
    • The average income is $98,815, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 79
      • Low Temperature: 31
      • Average Temperature: 54.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 128 days of rain, 30 days of snow and 205 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.9 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 2.11 per 100 people which is low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.47 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.11 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.05 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.7 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 165.0, Moderate Days 16.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Market Basket
    1.0 miles away
    Super Stop & Shop
    1.1 miles away
    Natural Food Exchange
    1.1 miles away
    BJ's Wholesale Club
    1.1 miles away
    Professor's Market
    1.3 miles away

    Transportation

    Wakefield
    1.2 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Redstone Shopping Center
    0.6 miles away
    159 Main St opp Collincote St
    0.8 miles away
    Main St @ Collincote St
    0.8 miles away
    North Ave @ Wolcott St
    1.0 miles away
    North Ave @ Winn St
    1.0 miles away

    Banks

    Salem Five Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Liberty Bay Credit Union
    0.6 miles away
    Santander Bank
    0.7 miles away
    Eastern Bank
    0.8 miles away
    Bank of America
    1.2 miles away

    Hospitals

    Winchester Hospital Center for Cancer Care
    2.6 miles away
    Winchester Hospital
    2.8 miles away
    Melrose-Wakefield Hospital
    3.5 miles away
    HealthSouth New England Rehabilitation Hospital
    4.2 miles away
    Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
    5.2 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    0.6 miles away
    Rite Aid
    1.1 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.2 miles away
    Rite Aid Pharmacy
    1.3 miles away
    Smith's Drug
    1.5 miles away

    Dentists

    Dr. Bruce M. Doyle
    0.4 miles away
    Stoneham Dental Care
    0.6 miles away
    Reading Dental
    0.8 miles away
    Reading Dental Associates
    1.2 miles away
    Family Dental
    1.5 miles away

    Parks

    Conservation Land/North&Erikso
    0.6 miles away
    Leach Park
    0.6 miles away
    Sturges Park
    0.7 miles away
    A.P. Rounds Playground
    0.8 miles away
    Pinevale
    0.8 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Grace Federated Church
    9.2 miles away
    Old North Church
    9.7 miles away
    St. Leonard's Church
    9.8 miles away
    Kings Chapel
    10.2 miles away
    United First Parish Church
    18.1 miles away

    Shopping

    Square One Mall
    4.6 miles away
    Burlington Mall
    5.9 miles away
    Assembly Square Marketplace
    7.4 miles away
    The Garage
    9.1 miles away
    Endicott Plaza
    9.1 miles away

    Culture

    Greater Boston Stage Company
    1.7 miles away
    Follow Your Art
    3.8 miles away
    Chevalier Theatre
    5.7 miles away
    Arlington Friends of the Drama
    6.8 miles away
    Granoff Music Center
    6.9 miles away

    Restaurants

    Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub
    0.2 miles away
    Sam's Bistro
    0.3 miles away
    House of Bagels
    0.5 miles away
    Cap't Loui
    0.6 miles away
    Tulip Asian Cuisine
    0.6 miles away

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