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St Joseph Rehab & Nursing Care Center
321 Centre Street, Dorchester, MA 02122
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St Joseph Rehab & Nursing Care Center Description
Our residents enjoy many dynamic programs, as well as a variety of social, religious and cultural activities with all the comforts of home. Our compassionate, friendly and professional staff includes physicians, licensed nurses, physical, occupational and speech therapists as well as social workers and recreational activities personnel who are specially trained in geriatric and rehabilitative care. We at Saint Joseph do our best to provide our residents with all the latest amenities, including free wireless internet access throughout our facility. Ask our staff about access while you are staying or visiting with us.
The staff at Saint Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center knows how important it is to you to find the right skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. Here, you will find an environment where staff members function as an extension of your own family, while providing the best possible short or long-term care. At Saint Joseph you may rest assured that our family is caring for yours.
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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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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Summary of Reviews for St. Joseph Senior Living Facility:
- There are mixed opinions about the quality of care and staff professionalism at St. Joseph. Some reviews praise the rehab department and the compassionate, dedicated team, highlighting excellent care and recommending the facility highly.
- Several family members have shared positive experiences, noting that their loved ones received outstanding care, and staff were kind, professional, and genuinely warm. The facility accommodated personal requests and communicated effectively.
- However, there are significant concerns raised by others, including issues with communication, follow-through from staff, and overall management of patient care. Instances of unprofessional behavior, lack of timely medical attention, and inadequate dietary care were mentioned.
- Some reviews express serious dissatisfaction, describing the facility as unprofessional and dangerous, with reports of wrong medication being given, long waits for basic needs like water, and a lack of responsible oversight.
- Concerns about the facility's response to emergencies and critical care situations were also highlighted, with one review mentioning a lack of transparency and urgency in dealing with a life-threatening situation.
- There are allegations of staff mistreatment towards patients, including yelling and ignoring patient needs, prompting intentions to report to health and elderly care authorities.
Overall, while some reviews reflect positive experiences, there are numerous reports of serious issues that potential clients might want to consider and investigate further.
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Room Amenities
Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 3
Health inspection rating: 2
Staffing rating: 4
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: July 1, 1990
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 123
Total current residents: 113
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Both
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 3
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 3
Total cost of fines: $92211
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-01-16 | 2023-03-02 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Implement emergency and standby power systems. |
| 2023-01-16 | 2023-03-02 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2023-01-16 | 2023-03-02 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2023-01-16 | 2023-03-02 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2023-01-16 | 2023-03-02 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2021-06-23 | 2021-07-16 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2021-06-23 | 2021-07-16 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-04-29 | 2019-06-05 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures for sheltering. |
| 2019-04-29 | 2019-06-05 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. |
| 2019-04-29 | 2019-06-05 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. |
| 2019-04-29 | 2019-06-05 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. |
| 2019-04-29 | 2019-06-05 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2019-04-29 | 2019-06-05 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-24 | 2023-06-20 | E | Environmental Deficiencies | Keep all essential equipment working safely. |
| 2023-02-07 | 2023-04-04 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2023-02-07 | 2023-04-04 | G | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| 2023-02-07 | 2023-04-04 | 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. |
| 2022-12-28 | 2023-01-31 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2022-12-28 | 2023-01-31 | 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. |
| 2022-12-28 | 2023-01-31 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. |
| 2022-12-28 | 2023-01-31 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2022-12-28 | 2023-01-31 | D | 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. |
| 2022-12-28 | 2023-01-31 | 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. |
| 2021-06-07 | 2021-07-21 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2021-06-07 | 2021-07-12 | G | 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. |
| 2021-06-07 | 2021-07-12 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2021-06-07 | 2021-07-12 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2021-06-07 | 2021-07-12 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. |
| 2021-06-07 | 2021-07-12 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2021-06-07 | 2021-07-12 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. |
| 2021-06-07 | 2021-07-12 | 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. |
| 2021-01-13 | 2021-01-16 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2019-03-19 | 2019-04-19 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| 2019-03-19 | 2019-04-19 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2021-01-13 | $5,000 |
| 2021-01-13 | $5,254 |
| 2021-06-07 | $31,265 |
| 2023-02-07 | $55,692 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Milton which is 3.1 miles away and has a population of 27,003 (mid sized town).
- The average income is $59,877, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 78
- Low Temperature: 32
- Average Temperature: 54.2
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 123 days of rain, 23 days of snow and 217 days of sun
- Precipitation: 0.9 inches a year
- 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
Super Stop & Shop
0.5 miles awayStop & Shop
1.5 miles awayStar Market
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2.3 miles away99 Ranch Market
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Bus Stations
Dorchester Ave @ Dix St
0.1 miles awayDorchester Ave @ Centre St
0.1 miles away1621 Dorchester Ave opp Dix St
0.1 miles awayAdams St @ King St
0.1 miles awayDorchester Ave @ Parkman St
0.2 miles awayBanks
East Boston Savings Bank - Lower Mills
1.4 miles awaySantander
1.8 miles awayChase
2.0 miles awayBank of America
2.2 miles awayRockland Trust
2.5 miles awayHospitals
Carney Hospital
1.1 miles awayLemuel Shattuck Hospital
2.1 miles awayBoston Medical Center
2.8 miles awayCommonwealth Community Care
2.8 miles awayBeth Israel Deaconess Hospital – Milton
2.9 miles awayPharmacies
CVS Pharmacy
1.4 miles awayCVS
1.5 miles awayWalgreens
1.7 miles awayCVS Quincy Shore Drive
1.9 miles awayCVS/Pharmacy
3.0 miles awayDentists
Forest Hills Dental
2.8 miles awayPerfect Dental
2.8 miles awayDr. Dental
3.0 miles awayAtlantic Dental Partners.
3.0 miles awayPondside Dental Associates
3.1 miles awayParks
Hemenway Playground
0.2 miles awayCentervale Park
0.2 miles awayGibson Playground
0.3 miles awayWellesley Park
0.3 miles awayCronin Playground
0.4 miles awayPlaces of Worship
United First Parish Church
4.1 miles awayKings Chapel
4.4 miles awaySt. Leonard's Church
4.9 miles awayOld North Church
5.0 miles awayGrace Federated Church
6.6 miles awayShopping
Prudential Center
3.7 miles awayCopley Place
3.8 miles away401 Park
4.1 miles awayArcade Building
4.7 miles awayCambridgeside
5.1 miles awayCulture
Dorchester Art Project
0.4 miles awayWilliam E. Reed Auditorium
1.5 miles awayStony Brook Fine Arts
2.6 miles awayHibernian Hall
2.6 miles awayOrigination
2.8 miles awayRestaurants
Ashmont Grill
0.6 miles awayTavolo
0.7 miles awayLandmark Public House
0.8 miles awayDorset Hall
0.9 miles awaydbar
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