Southeast Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center
184 Lincoln Street · North Easton, MA · 02356 · 5082387053
171 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Athena Healthcare Systems
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
3 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.18 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.45 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.80 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 24% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $11,947 |
Inspection citations (67 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
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.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
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 September 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Environmental
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No harm found · B July 31, 2025
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B July 31, 2025
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 30, 2023 | Fine | $11,947 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 225225 · certified since March 4, 1975. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.