Southshore Health Care Center

Inspection history (61)

Records from March 2023 to April 2026.

• June 27, 2024 · E

  Citation F0812

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 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 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · D

  Citation F0550

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her 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 · D

  Citation F0756

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. 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 F0610

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. 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 F0557

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 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 2024-08-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 27, 2024 · E

  Citation F0698

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-27 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. 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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• March 19, 2024 · G

  Citation F0686

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-19 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 19, 2024 · D

  Citation F0551

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-19 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 2024-04-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · D

  Citation F0658

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · F

  Citation F0585

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · D

  Citation F0812

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · F

  Citation F0868

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 under CMS tag F0868 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · D

  Citation F0758

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · C

  Citation F0641

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · F

  Citation F0921

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · E

  Citation F0917

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 under CMS tag F0917 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · E

  Citation F0584

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 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 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · E

  Citation F0565

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 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 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · D

  Citation F0689

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• March 2, 2023 · E

  Citation F0692

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-02 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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Penalties (1)

Total fines on file: $26,395

• March 19, 2024 · Fine

  Citation FINE-3780

  CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $26,395 against this nursing home on 2024-03-19 (Fine ID: 3780). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

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Staffing

Latest: 3.29 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Ownership

For profit

1. Parent organization: Athena Health Care Systems Ma LLC

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1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit".

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2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

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3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit".

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4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

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5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit".

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