Southshore Health Care Center

Inspection history (61)

• August 27, 2025 · E

  Citation F0812

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-27 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 27, 2025 · D

  Citation F0814

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-27 under CMS tag F0814 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 27, 2025 · D

  Citation F0656

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-27 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 18, 2025 · D

  Citation F0557

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-18 under CMS tag F0557 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• December 9, 2024 · D

  Citation F0761

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-09 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• December 9, 2024 · D

  Citation F0555

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-09 under CMS tag F0555 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 23, 2024 · E

  Citation F0658

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-23 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · D

  Citation F0607

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · E

  Citation F0684

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · D

  Citation F0551

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0551 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · E

  Citation F0883

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · D

  Citation F0609

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · E

  Citation F0757

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · E

  Citation F0887

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0887 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · E

  Citation F0584

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · D

  Citation F0641

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · E

  Citation F0689

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · D

  Citation F0552

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · F

  Citation F0925

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · E

  Citation F0565

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0565 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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Penalties

Total fines on file: $26,395

Staffing

Latest: 3.23 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)

Ownership

For profit - Corporation

1. Parent organization: Athena Health Care Systems Ma LLC

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