Brookside Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 50/100. The facility ranks in the 45th percentile among Massachusetts nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing at Brookside Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center is near the national average, with 3.88 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent inspections identified 29 deficiencies at Brookside Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.88 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.70 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.80 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.38 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.60 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.51 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0584 Severity EHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for dJul 29, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0605 Severity DPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.Jul 29, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0690 Severity DProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to preventJul 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0692 Severity DProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Jul 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0695 Severity DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Jul 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 7.0% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.7% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 23.7% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 6.6% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 19.7% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.4% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 23.4% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 50 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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