Foremost at Sharon LLC
259 Norwood Street · Sharon, MA · 02067 · 7817846781
66 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.43 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.56 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.20 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 39% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $26,232 |
Inspection citations (32 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 5, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 5, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 5, 2025
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 5, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E June 5, 2025
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G June 12, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected June 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G June 12, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected June 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
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.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
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.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E June 12, 2024
Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F June 12, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 10, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 25, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected May 10, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| June 12, 2024 | Fine | $26,232 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 225134 · certified since May 16, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.