Fall River Jewish Home
538 Robeson Street · Fall River, MA · 02720 · 5086796172
62 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Azure Healthcare
Why this verdict
- 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.90 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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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: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.90 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.35 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.71 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 48% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $52,702 |
Inspection citations (70 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2025
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E June 10, 2025
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 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 June 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected July 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 10, 2025
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E June 10, 2025
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E June 10, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B June 10, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024
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.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 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 5, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 13, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 13, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 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 5, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 13, 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 5, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F June 13, 2024
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 13, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 20, 2024 | Fine | $52,702 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 225317 · certified since December 27, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.