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The Skilled Nursing Facility At North Hill
865 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 02492
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The Skilled Nursing Facility At North Hill Description
North Hill has always been a community that combines active autonomy with one of the most reliable continuums of care in New England. Our residents maintain the individual lifestyles they are used to with access to support, activities, and amenities that help them live rich, fulfilling lives that are full of new or rediscovered purpose.
Here at North Hill, residents enjoy constant cultural enrichment and intellectual stimulation, 5-star dining, and social interaction – all in a modern, updated, secure environment that promotes healthy aging. They can choose to fill their days with health and wellness, technology, nature, hobbies and interests, and still see all of their medical needs (short-term rehab, long-term care, memory support) fulfilled through our full-service care options and cost-deferring programs.
Modern, caring, and strongly rooted in community – that’s the North Hill way.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
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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
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Summary of Reviews for North Hill Senior Living
- North Hill is praised for its gorgeous landscapes and beautiful facilities.
- Some reviewers caution that while the independent living community is appealing, additional care as residents age may require hiring outside help or moving to skilled nursing.
- There are mixed reviews about the care quality, with some stating it is excellent, especially in rehab and recovery situations, while others describe it as inadequate, necessitating private aides for basic care.
- Several reviewers highlight the wonderful experiences with the staff, mentioning that team members, food, residents, and activities are top-notch.
- Concerns are raised about the level of support in independent living, suggesting the need for more emergency support, like after-hours social workers.
- Some negative experiences with staff rudeness and unprofessionalism were reported, impacting the overall experience negatively.
- Positive experiences in rehab at Pines Edge, part of North Hill, are noted, with high marks for the physical therapy, occupational therapy, and overall care received.
- Facilities such as restaurants, PT on premises, a pool, gym, and various classes/activities are highly praised, contributing to a vibrant community life.
- Concerns about affordability and value for money are mentioned, with some calling into question the pricing structure and the services provided for those costs.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 5
Health inspection rating: 3
Staffing rating: 5
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Jan. 10, 1985
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 72
Total current residents: 73
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: 0
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 2
Total cost of fines: $3900
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-26 | 2023-06-30 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2023-05-26 | 2023-06-30 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2022-01-18 | 2022-02-25 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Implement emergency and standby power systems. |
| 2022-01-18 | 2022-02-25 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2022-01-18 | 2022-02-25 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-18 | 2023-06-19 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| 2023-05-18 | 2023-06-19 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2023-05-18 | 2023-06-19 | 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. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | F | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | D | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | 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. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | F | 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. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | 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. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-11 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Report COVID19 data to residents and families. |
| 2020-08-04 | 2020-09-07 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2019-06-12 | 2019-07-11 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2019-06-12 | 2019-07-11 | 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. |
| 2019-06-12 | 2019-07-11 | 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. |
| 2019-06-12 | 2019-07-11 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2020-01-09 | $9,094 |
| 2020-08-04 | $3,250 |
| 2021-07-12 | $650 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Needham which is 1.3 miles away and has a population of 28,886 (mid sized town).
- The average income is $343,230, 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
- The crime rate is 1.77 per 100 people which is low compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.26 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 0.73 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.03 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.46 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 165.0, Moderate Days 16.0, 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
Sudbury Farms
1.1 miles awayRoche Bros.
1.5 miles awayWhole Foods Market
1.7 miles awayBazaAr
2.5 miles awayStop & Shop
2.6 miles awayTransportation
Needham Heights
1.0 miles awayNeedham Center
1.2 miles awayBus Stations
Forest St. Post Office
0.6 miles awayHighland Ave @ Avery Sq
1.1 miles awayHillside St @ Hunnewell St
1.1 miles awayHillside Ave @ Hunnewell St
1.1 miles awayHighland Ave @ Dana Pl
1.1 miles awayBanks
People's United Bank
1.1 miles awayCitizens Bank
1.1 miles awayNeedham Bank
1.2 miles awayMiddlesex Savings Bank
1.3 miles awayBank of America
1.7 miles awayHospitals
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Needham
1.3 miles awayNewton-Wellesley Hospital
2.7 miles awayMetroWest Medical Center: Leonard Morse Hospital
4.0 miles awayVA Boston Healthcare System - West Roxbury Division
4.4 miles awayBoston Children's at Waltham
5.3 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
1.2 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
1.3 miles awayCVS
2.1 miles awayAndrews Pharmacy Inc
3.1 miles awayKeyes Drug
4.0 miles awayDentists
Chestnut Dental
1.3 miles awayWaban Dental Group
3.6 miles awayNewton Dentistry
4.7 miles awayNatick Family Dental
4.8 miles awayWaltham Dental
5.8 miles awayParks
Dwight Field
0.2 miles awayWildflower Patch
0.4 miles awayVesta Park
0.4 miles awayAnn Volante Conservation Area
0.5 miles awayMcIntosh Corner Historic District
0.5 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Kings Chapel
11.0 miles awaySt. Leonard's Church
11.5 miles awayOld North Church
11.6 miles awayUnited First Parish Church
13.3 miles awayGrace Federated Church
13.8 miles awayShopping
Dedham Mall
5.1 miles awayEast Dedham Plaza
6.0 miles awayArcade Building
7.7 miles away401 Park
8.7 miles awayThe Garage
9.0 miles awayCulture
Bardwell Auditorium
1.8 miles awayTurtle Lane Playhouse
3.9 miles awayHenderson Arts Center
4.1 miles awayKeiter Center
4.5 miles awayThe Center For Arts In Natick
4.7 miles awayRestaurants
Town House of Pizza
1.1 miles awayBlue on Highland
1.1 miles awaySubway
1.1 miles awayFrench Press
1.2 miles awayGyro & Kebab House
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