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Vero Health & Rehab Of Amesbury

22 Maple Street, Amesbury, MA 01913

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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $11,334

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $11,306
  • Average State Price: $7,915
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • Vero Health & Rehab Of Amesbury Description

    Vero Health & Rehab Of Amesbury is a community that offers nursing care and is located in the town of Amesbury, Massachusetts. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 2 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

    Nursing Home

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    Community Reviews

    5.9
    Vero Health & Rehab Of Amesbury
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 22 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 3 communities in Amesbury
  • Ranking in State: 576 out of 664 communities in MA
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff B



    Review Summary

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

    Positive Feedback:

    • Staff are described as very kind, friendly, and have great attitudes, providing excellent care.
    • Facility cleanliness is praised by some reviewers.
    • Physical and occupational therapy services received high marks for their quality and effectiveness.
    • Residents seem to enjoy a sense of community, with activities and interactions that keep them engaged and happy.
    • New management and team efforts are recognized and appreciated for their dedication to improvement and compassionate care.

    Negative Feedback:

    • Several reviews express concern over the facility's condition, mentioning it needs updates including cleaner water, safer beds, and better bathroom facilities.
    • Concerns about the adequacy of medical care and communication with families, with some reporting serious incidents of neglect.
    • Some families experienced a lack of communication regarding their loved ones' health status and emergency situations.
    • Understaffing issues were mentioned, affecting the overall care and attention residents receive.
    • Facility's physical environment and shared spaces (like bathrooms and rooms) are considered inadequate by some, affecting comfort and privacy.

    Overall Sentiment:

    While there are heartfelt commendations for the staff's friendliness and some aspects of care, significant concerns about the facility's condition, medical care quality, and communication overshadow the positive aspects. Prospective residents and their families are advised to consider these reviews carefully.


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    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 1
    Health inspection rating: 1
    Staffing rating: 2
    Quality measure rating: 3
    Long-term quality measure rating: 3
    Short-term quality measure rating: 4


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Dec. 7, 1988
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 130
    Total current residents: 87
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Special Focus Status Candidate: Yes
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 5
    Number of payment denials: 2
    Number of fines: 7
    Total cost of fines: $533014


    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.

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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
    2022-08-11 2022-08-30 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-03-01 2023-04-04 G Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    2023-03-01 2023-04-04 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 B Resident Rights Deficiencies Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 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.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 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.
    2022-08-04 2022-09-15 D Infection Control Deficiencies Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
    2022-01-12 2022-02-14 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2022-01-12 2022-02-14 E Infection Control Deficiencies Report COVID19 data to residents and families.
    2022-06-22 2022-07-07 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-06-22 2022-07-07 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.
    2022-01-19 2022-03-02 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-01-19 2022-03-02 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    2021-09-29 2021-09-29 J Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    2021-09-29 2021-12-06 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 E Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 E Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 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.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2021-09-29 2021-12-06 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 H Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2021-09-29 2021-12-06 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    2021-09-29 2021-12-06 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 J Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 J Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2021-09-29 2021-12-06 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.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
    2021-09-29 2021-12-06 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 F Administration Deficiencies Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
    2021-09-29 2021-09-29 J Administration Deficiencies Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations and emergencies.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 E 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.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 F Administration Deficiencies Have an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 E Administration Deficiencies Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
    2021-09-29 2021-12-06 J Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-09-29 2021-11-08 F Infection Control Deficiencies Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
    2021-09-29 2021-09-29 J Infection Control Deficiencies Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
    2021-09-29 2021-09-29 K Infection Control Deficiencies Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
    2021-01-11 2021-02-10 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-06-11 2021-08-04 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    2021-06-11 2021-08-04 G Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    2021-06-11 2021-08-04 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.
    2021-06-11 2021-08-04 H Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2021-06-11 2021-08-04 G Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    2021-06-11 2021-08-04 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.
    2021-03-31 2021-05-17 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.
    2021-03-31 2021-05-17 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
    2020-01-24 2020-09-28 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2020-01-24 2020-09-28 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2020-01-24 2020-03-09 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2020-01-24 2020-03-09 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
    2020-01-24 2020-03-09 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.
    2020-01-24 2020-03-09 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
    2020-01-24 2020-03-09 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2020-01-24 $44,769
    2021-01-11 $5,000
    2021-01-11 $5,254
    2021-06-11 $148,051
    2021-06-11 $146,790
    2021-09-29 $450,605
    2021-09-29 $301,409
    2021-09-29 $289,224
    2021-12-27 $650
    2021-12-27 $655
    2022-01-12 $9,750
    2022-01-12 $15,000
    2022-01-12 $9,972
    2022-01-12 $10,004
    2022-06-22 $13,497
    2022-06-22 $20,765
    2023-03-01 $54,145

    Denials

    Denial Date Payment Denial Days
    2021-09-29 35
    2022-01-12 6

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Amesbury which is 0.7 miles away and has a population of 18,313 (small town).
    • The average income is $86,062, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 74
      • Low Temperature: 31
      • Average Temperature: 51.9
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 127 days of rain, 38 days of snow and 198 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.0 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 2.47 per 100 people which is low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.66 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.39 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.06 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.59 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 172.0, Moderate Days 9.0, 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

    Stop & Shop
    1.8 miles away
    Shaw's
    3.2 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    4.6 miles away
    Market Basket
    4.8 miles away
    The Black Duck Market & Deli
    5.1 miles away

    Transportation

    Newburyport
    5.3 miles away

    Bus Stations

    School St
    0.5 miles away
    Sparhawk and Main
    0.5 miles away
    Highland and Greenwood
    0.7 miles away
    Nicolas Costello Transportation Center
    0.8 miles away
    Stop & Shop
    1.8 miles away

    Banks

    TD Bank
    0.5 miles away
    The Provident Bank
    0.7 miles away
    Provident Bank
    0.9 miles away
    RTN Federal Credit Union
    1.7 miles away
    Institution For Savings
    5.0 miles away

    Hospitals

    Anna Jaques Hospital
    3.9 miles away
    Holy Family Hospital at Merrimack Valley
    8.1 miles away
    Whittier Health Network
    8.5 miles away
    Exeter Hospital
    8.5 miles away
    Hampstead Hospital
    10.8 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS
    4.4 miles away
    Rite Aid
    7.7 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    8.1 miles away
    Walgreens
    8.2 miles away
    RiteAid
    8.8 miles away

    Dentists

    Newburyport Dental Associates
    3.7 miles away
    AspenDental
    4.5 miles away
    Richard W. Miller Orthodontist
    8.4 miles away
    Dentist
    8.4 miles away
    Kingston Family Dental
    8.5 miles away

    Parks

    Whittier Hill Friend St. (Greenbelt)
    0.0 miles away
    Amesbury Town Park
    0.2 miles away
    Lake Gardner Beach Area
    0.3 miles away
    Woodsom Farm North
    0.4 miles away
    Powow River Conservation Area
    0.4 miles away

    Places of Worship

    The Church On The Plains
    7.7 miles away

    Shopping

    The Loop
    13.3 miles away
    DSM MB I LLC
    15.2 miles away
    The Mall at Rockingham Park
    15.8 miles away
    Maine Kittery Outlets
    20.4 miles away
    Eliot Commons
    20.7 miles away

    Culture

    Stage Two Cinema Pub
    0.6 miles away
    Walsingham Gallery
    4.7 miles away
    Firehouse Center For The Arts
    4.8 miles away
    Arakelian Theater
    4.8 miles away
    Newburyport Art Association
    5.0 miles away

    Restaurants

    Barking Dog
    0.6 miles away
    China Star
    0.6 miles away
    Flatbread Company
    0.6 miles away
    Kitchen No. 8
    0.6 miles away
    Ale House
    0.6 miles away

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