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Brandon Woods Of Dartmouth
567 Dartmouth Street, South Dartmouth, MA 02748
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Brandon Woods Of Dartmouth Description
Frank Romano acquired Brandon Woods of Dartmouth over 50 years ago with the mission of providing our residents with a family like experience. This family experience sets Brandon Woods apart from its competitors by making our residents feel like they are home. Mr. Romano’s goal is to provide our residents with a premier health care center. Caring and compassion coupled with high standards of healthcare delivery make Brandon Woods facilities a perfect choice when deciding on a Senior Living Community.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Nursing Home
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
The reviews for this senior living facility present a mixed picture, with some employees and visitors expressing deep satisfaction and others raising serious concerns.
- Several reviews highlight a dedicated and caring staff, with employees mentioning a great core group that genuinely cares about the residents, and visitors noting the kindness and professionalism of everyone from doctors to kitchen staff.
- Some employees express a strong attachment to the facility, with tenures ranging from 4 months to over 37 years, and a shared sentiment of pride in their work and the care provided to residents.
- However, there are significant criticisms, including allegations of unsafe conditions, such as understaffing and a lack of proper care. One review mentions a traumatic experience involving a mouse in a resident's room, while another speaks to the forced resignation of an employee due to an inability to work excessive hours.
- Concerns about resident care are also prominent, with one review detailing a family member's poor treatment in the short-term rehab unit, including neglect of serious health complaints and disrespectful behavior from the nursing staff.
- Despite the positive reviews, the negative feedback raises questions about the facility's overall quality of care, management practices, and the truthfulness of staff when communicating with family members about their loved ones' well-being.
In summary, while there are instances of commendation for the staff's dedication and kindness, there are also serious allegations of neglect, unsafe conditions, and poor management that potential residents and their families should consider.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 2
Health inspection rating: 2
Staffing rating: 3
Quality measure rating: 4
Long-term quality measure rating:
3
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: July 1, 1975
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 118
Total current residents: 103
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: 1
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 2
Total cost of fines: $29960
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-24 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-24 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. |
| 2021-09-01 | 2021-10-15 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-24 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-24 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures for sheltering. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop a communication plan. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish emergency prep training and testing. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish staff and initial training requirements. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | 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. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | C | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | E | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | E | Services Deficiencies | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | C | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2019-05-14 | 2019-06-21 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2017-12-28 | 2018-01-31 | C | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2017-12-28 | 2018-01-31 | C | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected. |
| 2017-12-28 | 2018-01-31 | C | Services Deficiencies | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. |
| 2017-12-28 | 2018-01-22 | C | 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. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | 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. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | 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. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | 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. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | E | 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. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-11-02 | 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. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | 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. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | D | Administration Deficiencies | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-10-13 | F | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. |
| 2019-04-03 | 2019-05-10 | B | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. |
| 2019-04-03 | 2019-05-10 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2019-04-03 | 2019-05-10 | 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. |
| 2019-04-03 | 2019-05-10 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2019-04-03 | 2019-05-10 | 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. |
| 2019-04-03 | 2019-05-10 | 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. |
| 2019-04-03 | 2019-05-10 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2020-12-18 | 2021-01-15 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2020-10-19 | 2020-12-10 | 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. |
| 2017-12-07 | 2017-12-21 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights. |
| 2017-12-07 | 2017-12-21 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. |
| 2017-12-07 | 2017-12-08 | 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. |
| 2017-12-07 | 2017-12-21 | 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. |
| 2017-12-07 | 2017-12-21 | E | 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. |
| 2017-12-07 | 2017-12-08 | D | Administration Deficiencies | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. |
| 2017-12-07 | 2017-12-08 | 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. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2020-10-19 | $11,893 |
| 2020-10-19 | $11,300 |
| 2021-08-18 | $18,067 |
| 2021-08-18 | $74,480 |
| 2021-08-18 | $22,584 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Bliss Corner which is 0.1 miles away and has a population of 5,280 (very small town).
- The average income is $112,522, which is very high 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
- 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
Stop & Shop
0.4 miles awayShaw's
2.1 miles awaySuper Stop & Shop
3.3 miles awayMarket Basket
3.3 miles awayWalmart
3.6 miles awayTransportation
Cuttyhunk Ferry Company
1.9 miles awaySeastreak Ferry Terminal
2.0 miles awayBus Stations
New Bedford Terminal
1.9 miles awayBedford towers stop
1.9 miles awayKempton St. Stop
1.9 miles awayMill St. Stop
2.0 miles awayShaws Stop NB-9 / NB10
2.1 miles awayBanks
Bank of America
1.9 miles awaySantander
2.0 miles awayNew Bedford Credit Union
2.1 miles awayBank Five
3.3 miles awaySt. Anne's Credit Union
12.0 miles awayHospitals
Saint Luke's Hospital
1.0 miles awayVibra Hospital of Southern Massachusetts
8.9 miles awayCharlton Memorial Hospital
12.5 miles awayCorrigan Mental Health Center
12.6 miles awaySaint Anne's Hospital
12.8 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
2.0 miles awayCVS
2.0 miles awayRite Aid
16.2 miles awayStop & Shop
18.0 miles awayShaw's
18.2 miles awayDentists
Souza Family Orthodontics
3.0 miles awayAspen Dental
12.1 miles awayParks
New Bedford
0.3 miles awayGarden Acres
0.4 miles awayJones Park
0.4 miles awayDodge Reserve
0.5 miles awayRockdale Heights
0.6 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Dartmouth Mall
3.3 miles awaySwansea Mall
17.4 miles awayCulture
Dartmouth Cultural Center
1.5 miles awayDedee Shattuck Gallery
8.2 miles awayArch Ceramics Gallery
13.1 miles awayNarrows Center for the Arts
13.2 miles awayLocal Colors Gallery
15.2 miles awayRestaurants
PieZoni's Pizza
0.3 miles awayFriendly Pizza
1.0 miles awayKnuckle Heads
1.5 miles awayLittle Moss
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