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West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center

5060 Washington Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132

Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $7,954

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $7,956
  • Average State Price: $7,915
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center Description

    West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center is a community that offers nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the town of Dedham, 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 5.1 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 3 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 2 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

    5.1
    West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 17 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 3 communities in West Roxbury
  • Ranking in State: 623 out of 664 communities in MA


  • Review Summary

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

    Summary of Reviews:

    • Several reviewers express dissatisfaction with the staff's attitude and professionalism, describing them as rude and unhelpful.
    • Concerns about patient care and safety are prevalent, with reports of neglect, inadequate response times to emergencies, and inappropriate handling of patients.
    • Some reviewers highlight issues with the facility's cleanliness and maintenance, mentioning infestations of cockroaches and spiders.
    • Communication problems are noted, including staff's reluctance to engage with patients' families and outside healthcare providers.
    • However, there are positive comments about the work environment from some who identify as employees, praising the team effort and the facility's cleanliness and organization.
    • A few reviews mention the facility's efforts to treat staff and residents with respect and make them feel like part of a family.
    • One review specifically criticizes the nonprofit organization's management, accusing certain employees of provoking others to leave.
    • Overall, the majority of the feedback is negative, with serious concerns raised about patient care, staff behavior, and facility management.


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    Health

    Short-Term Rehabilitation

    Long-Term Care

    Skilled Rehabilitative Nursing

    Hospice Care

    Physical Therapy

    Occupational Therapy


    Services

    Social Service/Case Management

    Personalized Care Plan


    Activities

    Recreational Therapy

    Social Events

    Crafts

    Recreation

    Reading

    Educational Seminars


    Community Amenities

    Gardens


    Dining

    Nutritional Counseling

    Registered Dietician


    Pet

    Pets



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

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


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: July 1, 1990
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 76
    Total current residents: 67
    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: 2
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 3
    Total cost of fines: $55998


    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 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.

    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 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
    2022-11-14 2022-11-22 E Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2022-11-14 2022-11-22 D Egress Deficiencies Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
    2022-11-14 2022-11-22 D Smoke Deficiencies Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
    2022-11-14 2022-11-22 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2022-11-14 2022-11-22 D Services Deficiencies Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
    2022-11-14 2022-11-22 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2019-06-06 2019-07-12 E Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2019-06-06 2019-07-12 F 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
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 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.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 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.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 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.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 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.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 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.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 F Administration Deficiencies Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2022-11-10 2022-12-17 D Infection Control Deficiencies Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
    2021-11-03 2021-12-22 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.
    2021-11-03 2021-12-22 E 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.
    2021-11-03 2021-12-22 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
    2020-10-15 2020-11-16 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.
    2020-10-15 2020-11-16 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
    2020-10-15 2020-11-16 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.
    2020-10-15 2020-11-16 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2020-10-15 2020-11-16 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    2020-10-15 2020-11-16 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2020-10-14 2020-12-08 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.
    2020-10-14 2020-12-08 G Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
    2019-04-11 2019-05-26 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
    2019-04-11 2019-05-26 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
    2019-04-11 2019-05-26 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2020-10-14 $27,320
    2020-10-14 $17,490
    2020-10-14 $18,418
    2020-10-14 $27,830
    2020-10-14 $28,758
    2022-11-10 $9,750

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Dedham which is 1.7 miles away and has a population of 24,729 (small town).
    • The average income is $109,765, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 78
      • Low Temperature: 32
      • Average Temperature: 54.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 119 days of rain, 27 days of snow and 218 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.9 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.63 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 154.0, Moderate Days 28.0, 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

    Greek International Food Market
    0.4 miles away
    Stop & Shop
    0.9 miles away
    Star Market
    1.1 miles away
    Shaw's
    1.6 miles away
    BJ's Wholesale Club
    2.0 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Washington St @ Woodley Ave
    0.1 miles away
    Washington St opp Rockingham Ave
    0.1 miles away
    Washington St @ Rockingham Ave
    0.1 miles away
    Washington St @ Highview Ave
    0.1 miles away
    Washington St opp Desoto Rd
    0.2 miles away

    Banks

    Citizens Bank (Roslindale)
    1.9 miles away
    Blue Hills Bank
    2.1 miles away
    Bank of America
    2.7 miles away
    Commonwealth Bank
    2.9 miles away
    Needham Bank
    3.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    VA Boston Healthcare System - West Roxbury Division
    1.1 miles away
    Bournewood Hospital
    2.2 miles away
    Hebrew Rehabilitation Center
    2.4 miles away
    Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital
    2.7 miles away
    Lemuel Shattuck Hospital
    3.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    1.6 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.7 miles away
    Walgreen's
    2.0 miles away
    CVS
    2.2 miles away
    Walgreens
    3.5 miles away

    Dentists

    Forest Hills Dental
    3.1 miles away
    Pondside Dental Associates
    3.6 miles away
    Atlantic Dental Partners.
    3.7 miles away
    Gentle Dental
    3.9 miles away
    Chestnut Dental
    4.4 miles away

    Parks

    Stony Brook Reservation
    0.1 miles away
    Draper Playground
    0.5 miles away
    Carroll Pond Playground
    0.7 miles away
    Praught Field
    0.7 miles away
    Bellevue Hill Park
    0.9 miles away

    Places of Worship

    United First Parish Church
    7.7 miles away
    Kings Chapel
    8.0 miles away
    St. Leonard's Church
    8.5 miles away
    Old North Church
    8.6 miles away
    Grace Federated Church
    10.7 miles away

    Shopping

    Dedham Mall
    1.1 miles away
    East Dedham Plaza
    1.1 miles away
    Arcade Building
    5.6 miles away
    401 Park
    6.0 miles away
    Prudential Center
    6.6 miles away

    Culture

    Henderson Arts Center
    1.7 miles away
    Origination
    3.2 miles away
    The Riot Theater
    3.4 miles away
    The Footlight Club
    3.7 miles away
    Stony Brook Fine Arts
    4.3 miles away

    Restaurants

    IHOP
    1.1 miles away
    Joe’s 320 Cafe
    1.1 miles away
    UNO Pizzeria & Grill
    1.1 miles away
    Midway
    1.3 miles away
    Eggs & Thai Cafe
    1.6 miles away

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