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South Shore Care Center
1307 South Shore Drive Po Box 69, Worthington, MN 56187
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South Shore Care Center Description
South Shore Care Center is a community that offers memory care, nursing care, respite care and rehabilitation and is located in the town of Worthington, Minnesota. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 8.3 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 1 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
Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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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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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Reviews of South Shore Care Center highlight a mix of experiences and opinions. Many reviewers commend the friendly and helpful staff, noting their professionalism and responsiveness, especially under the challenging circumstances brought on by Covid-19. The care and attention to residents' well-being and safety are frequently mentioned, with family members expressing gratitude for the staff's efforts in answering questions and ensuring comfort.
Several reviews specifically mention the positive experiences of visiting to provide spiritual support or communion, appreciating the pleasant staff and the opportunity to engage with the residents. Positive interactions during visits, whether for singing hymns or spending time with loved ones, are noted, contributing to a sense of community and care.
However, there are concerns about the facility's condition, with calls for a serious remodel to update the dated Care Center. Additionally, some reviews express dissatisfaction with the level of care, mentioning instances of perceived neglect or unprofessional behavior. Concerns about staffing levels and the need for more staff to ensure adequate care are also raised.
Overall, while many reviews highlight the dedication and kindness of the staff and the positive impact on residents and their families, there are significant concerns about the facility's physical condition and aspects of resident care that suggest areas for improvement.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 3
Quality measure rating: 4
Long-term quality measure rating:
4
Short-term quality measure rating:
3
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Jan. 1, 1992
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 59
Total current residents: 35
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: 2
Number of
substantiated complaints: 1
Number of payment denials: 1
Number of fines: 4
Total cost of fines: $71995
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-03-27 | 2023-04-18 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2023-03-27 | 2023-04-18 | F | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. |
| 2021-04-15 | 2021-05-31 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2021-04-15 | 2021-05-31 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. |
| 2021-04-15 | 2021-05-31 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. |
| 2021-04-15 | 2021-05-31 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. |
| 2021-04-15 | 2021-05-31 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2021-04-14 | 2021-05-07 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. |
| 2021-04-14 | 2021-05-13 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-06-04 | 2019-07-15 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2019-06-04 | 2019-07-15 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. |
| 2019-06-04 | 2019-07-15 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish emergency prep training and testing. |
| 2019-06-04 | 2019-07-15 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Implement emergency and standby power systems. |
| 2019-05-29 | 2019-07-07 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. |
| 2019-05-29 | 2019-07-07 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-05-29 | 2019-07-07 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
| 2019-05-29 | 2019-07-07 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-05-29 | 2019-07-15 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2019-06-04 | $53,641 |
| 2020-11-06 | $21,840 |
| 2021-04-15 | $15,000 |
| 2021-07-05 | $650 |
| 2022-04-07 | $34,505 |
Denials
| Denial Date | Payment Denial Days |
|---|---|
| 2022-04-07 | 19 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Worthington which is 1.0 miles away and has a population of 13,090 (small town).
- The average income is $56,744, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 73
- Low Temperature: 16
- Average Temperature: 47.3
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 113 days of rain, 65 days of snow and 185 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.9 inches a year
- The crime rate is 4.45 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.95 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 1.07 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 1.79 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 82.08 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
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Supermarkets
Hy-Vee
1.7 miles awayWalmart
1.9 miles awayKeith's Grocery & Bake Shoppe
16.2 miles awayLake Park Foods
18.1 miles awayNone Found
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Banks
Worthington Federal Savings Bank
1.1 miles awayFirst State Bank Southwest
1.8 miles awayAdrian State Bank
16.2 miles awaySavings Bank Primghar-Hartley-Lake Park
18.9 miles awayHospitals
Sanford Worthington Medical Center
1.0 miles awayOsceola Community Hospital
15.2 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
1.7 miles awayDentists
Friendly Dental Clinic
15.9 miles awayParks
Freedom Shore Park
0.0 miles awayLudlow Park
0.1 miles awayPleasant Park
0.2 miles awayEhlers Park
0.5 miles awaySlater Park
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Culture
Center for Performing & Fine Arts
1.1 miles awayRestaurants
Pizza Ranch
1.6 miles awayGround Round
1.9 miles awayPizza Hut
1.9 miles awayPerkins
2.1 miles awayCountryside Inn
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