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The Oaks

4525 Acushnet Ave., New Bedford, MA 02745

Nursing Home Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $6,752

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $7,630
  • Average State Price: $7,915
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • The Oaks Description

    The Oaks is a community that offers nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 4.6 miles outside the town of Acushnet, Massachusetts and is part of the Life Care Centers of America network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7 out of 10 making it the 6th highest rated community in the city out of 8 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 4 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

    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

    6.7
    The Oaks
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 32 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 5 out of 8 communities in New Bedford
  • Ranking in State: 503 out of 664 communities in MA
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff B


    Employee Reviews

    5.8
    Life Care Centers of America
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1468 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Massachusetts

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

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

    The Oaks senior living facility has received a mix of reviews from residents, their families, and former employees. Many express gratitude for the compassionate and supportive care provided, especially in difficult times such as end-of-life care. Specific staff members were praised for their dedication and kindness, making residents feel comfortable and well-cared for.

    However, there are also reports of negative experiences, including concerns about the timeliness and quality of care, particularly during the night shift. Some reviews mention issues with the administration of medication, lack of rehabilitation activities, and inadequate communication with family members. There are also complaints about the facility's cleanliness and management of personal belongings.

    A former employee highlighted internal problems such as favoritism, bullying, and a lack of teamwork, which they felt impacted the quality of care. Despite these challenges, the care provided to residents was still described as impeccable by some.

    One review offers a more balanced perspective, acknowledging the facility's dated appearance but praising the staff's kindness and the overall atmosphere. This reviewer appreciated the small gestures of care and the facility's quiet, secluded grounds.

    Overall, while there are heartfelt testimonials of excellent care and staff dedication, there are also significant concerns that potential residents and their families may want to consider.


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    Health

    Physical Therapy

    Occupational Therapy

    Speech Therapy

    24/7 Easy Admissions

    24-hour Skilled Nursing Care

    Case Management


    Services

    24-hour Care

    Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

    Functional Mobility

    Nursing Staff


    Activities

    Community Re-entry Program

    Daily Activity Schedule

    Family/Resident Councils

    Full-time, Certified Activity Director

    Library

    Religious Services


    Community Amenities

    24-hour Security and Fire Safety Systems

    Beauty Salon and Barber Shop

    Complimentary Wireless Internet

    Flexible Visiting Hours

    Housekeeping and Laundry Services

    Landscaped Grounds and Courtyards


    Room Amenities

    Bedside and Bathroom Call Lights

    Flat-screen TVs

    Private and Semiprivate Rooms

    Private Bathrooms

    Telephone and Cable Television Hookups

    Homelike Setting


    Dining

    Certified Dietitian

    Fine Dining Program


    Transportation

    Transportation Services


    Pet

    Pet Visitors Allowed



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 4
    Health inspection rating: 4
    Staffing rating: 4
    Quality measure rating: 3
    Long-term quality measure rating: 2
    Short-term quality measure rating: 3


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Oct. 10, 1989
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 122
    Total current residents: 96
    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: 0
    Total cost of fines: $0


    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.

    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 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
    2019-05-30 2019-06-14 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2019-05-30 2019-06-14 C Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2021-05-28 2021-06-16 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2021-05-28 2021-06-16 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
    2021-05-28 2021-06-16 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-10-29 2021-11-01 D Infection Control Deficiencies Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
    2019-05-06 2019-05-30 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2019-05-06 2019-05-30 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
    2019-05-06 2019-05-30 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2019-05-06 2019-05-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
    2019-05-06 2019-05-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2019-05-06 2019-05-30 B Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Post nurse staffing information every day.
    2019-05-06 2019-05-30 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.
    2019-05-06 2019-05-30 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.
    2018-02-02 2018-03-01 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2018-02-02 2018-03-01 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
    2018-02-02 2018-03-01 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
    2018-02-02 2018-03-01 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2018-02-02 2018-03-01 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
    2018-02-02 2018-03-01 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.
    2018-02-02 2018-03-01 D 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.
    2018-02-02 2018-03-01 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.
    2018-02-02 2018-03-01 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Acushnet which is 4.6 miles away and has a population of 10,850 (small town).
    • The average income is $54,620, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 75
      • Low Temperature: 34
      • Average Temperature: 53.9
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 133 days of rain, 28 days of snow and 203 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.4 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 38.6 years old, very high compared to other cities.
    • 4.41% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 20.03% of the population are Foreign-born which is a high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1% Asian, 9% Black or African-American, 19% Hispanic or Latino, and 68% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 6.12 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.55 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.51 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.4 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.49 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 169.0, Moderate Days 12.0, 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

    Trucchi's Supermarket
    2.9 miles away
    Jason's Variety
    4.1 miles away
    Stop & Shop
    4.2 miles away
    Save-A-Lot
    5.4 miles away
    Market Basket
    5.9 miles away

    Transportation

    Seastreak Ferry Terminal
    7.4 miles away
    Cuttyhunk Ferry Company
    7.5 miles away
    Freetown (under construction)
    7.7 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Mill St. Stop
    7.2 miles away
    Kempton St. Stop
    7.2 miles away
    Bedford towers stop
    7.2 miles away
    Shaws Stop NB-9 / NB10
    7.2 miles away
    Mall Stop NB-9 / NB-10
    7.3 miles away

    Banks

    Santander
    5.4 miles away
    Bank Five
    6.5 miles away
    Bank of America
    6.8 miles away
    New Bedford Credit Union
    7.1 miles away
    Bank 5
    9.5 miles away

    Hospitals

    Vibra Hospital of Southern Massachusetts
    0.1 miles away
    Saint Luke's Hospital
    7.8 miles away
    Charlton Memorial Hospital
    10.4 miles away
    Corrigan Mental Health Center
    10.5 miles away
    High Point Hospital
    10.7 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    2.8 miles away
    CVS
    7.2 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    12.1 miles away
    Rite Aid
    14.5 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    18.1 miles away

    Dentists

    Souza Family Orthodontics
    7.3 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    12.0 miles away
    Freeman Dental Associates
    22.8 miles away
    Dr. Michael J Dinn
    22.9 miles away

    Parks

    Pulaski Park
    0.8 miles away
    New Bedford Cr4
    0.8 miles away
    Quaker Wells
    2.0 miles away
    Pine Hill Park
    2.0 miles away
    Hilltop Park
    2.3 miles away

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    Shopping

    Dartmouth Mall
    7.1 miles away
    Swansea Mall
    13.9 miles away
    Kingston Collection
    19.7 miles away

    Culture

    Dartmouth Cultural Center
    10.5 miles away
    Narrows Center for the Arts
    11.4 miles away
    Dedee Shattuck Gallery
    13.6 miles away
    Civilian Conservation Corps Amphitheater
    14.9 miles away
    Arch Ceramics Gallery
    17.0 miles away

    Restaurants

    PizzaExpress
    2.1 miles away
    Cafe Roma
    2.2 miles away
    Airport Grille
    4.7 miles away
    Galaxy Pizza
    6.2 miles away
    Ninety Nine Restaurant and Pub
    6.4 miles away

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