14 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Great Barrington, MA
2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $74,354 in total fines with 14 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
Christian Hill Road, Great Barrington, MA
(413) 528-4560
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
146
Certified beds
Average residents
121
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Integritus Healthcare
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1976-06-22
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.33
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
1.25
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.09
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.07
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
63%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
54%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.1 |
1.9
0.8 pts better
|
1.9
0.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 3.2 |
1.5
1.7 pts worse
|
1.8
1.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 96.0% |
92.2%
3.8 pts better
|
93.4%
2.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 71.1% |
94.8%
23.7 pts worse
|
95.5%
24.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.1% |
3.5%
0.4 pts better
|
3.3%
0.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 34.5% |
12.0%
22.5 pts worse
|
11.4%
23.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 4.6% |
5.2%
0.6 pts better
|
5.4%
0.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 22.7% |
19.2%
3.5 pts worse
|
19.6%
3.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 18.4% |
22.5%
4.1 pts better
|
16.7%
1.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 19.8% |
17.7%
2.1 pts worse
|
16.3%
3.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 20.7% |
17.6%
3.1 pts worse
|
14.9%
5.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.8% |
1.0%
0.8 pts worse
|
1.0%
0.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 2.2% |
2.0%
0.2 pts worse
|
1.7%
0.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 10.4% |
21.7%
11.3 pts better
|
19.8%
9.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 5.4% |
4.6%
0.8 pts worse
|
5.1%
0.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 81.3% |
77.1%
4.2 pts better
|
81.7%
0.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 14.7% |
11.8%
2.9 pts worse
|
12.0%
2.7 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.0% |
1.3%
0.7 pts worse
|
1.6%
0.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 51.5% |
77.7%
26.2 pts worse
|
79.7%
28.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 18.5% |
25.8%
7.3 pts better
|
23.9%
5.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (5 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Miscellaneous (2 deficiencies)
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2025-09-15
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2025-09-15
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-09-15
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2025-09-15
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-09-15
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-06-24
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected 2024-06-24
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-06-24
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-06-24
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-02-01
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2023-02-01
Inspection history
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-09-14
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2025-09-14
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-09-24
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-09-14
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2025-09-14
Health
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected 2025-09-14
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-09-14
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-09-14
Health
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2025-09-14
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2025-09-14
Health
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected 2025-09-14
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2025-09-14
Health
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2025-08-07
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2025-08-07
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2025-03-21
Health
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected 2024-06-14
Health
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 2024-06-14
Health
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 2024-06-14
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-06-14
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2024-06-14
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2024-06-14
Health
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected 2024-06-14
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-06-14
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2024-06-14
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2024-06-14
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-06-14
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2023-12-01
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2023-12-01
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2023-02-20
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2023-02-20
Health
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Corrected 2023-02-20
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-02-20
Health
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2023-02-20
Health
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected 2023-02-20
Health
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 2023-02-20
Health
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected 2023-02-20
Penalties and ownership
Fine · fine $74,354
Fine
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
5% Or Greater Security Interest · Organization
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Corporate Officer · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
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