Cycle 1
Health 2025-06-05 · Fire 2025-06-05
9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Sharon, MA
Foremost At Sharon LLC
2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $25,773 in total fines with 9 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
259 Norwood Street, Sharon, MA
(781) 784-6781
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
66
Certified beds
Average residents
54
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1967-05-16
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.66
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.69
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.42
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.38
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
75%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
38%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.4 |
1.9
0.5 pts better
|
1.9
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.8 |
1.5
0.3 pts worse
|
1.8
About the same
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 93.9% |
92.2%
1.7 pts better
|
93.4%
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.0% |
94.8%
3.2 pts better
|
95.5%
2.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 2.2% |
3.5%
1.3 pts better
|
3.3%
1.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 10.3% |
12.0%
1.7 pts better
|
11.4%
1.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 0.7% |
5.2%
4.5 pts better
|
5.4%
4.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 23.3% |
19.2%
4.1 pts worse
|
19.6%
3.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 24.2% |
22.5%
1.7 pts worse
|
16.7%
7.5 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 | 16.8% |
17.7%
0.9 pts better
|
16.3%
0.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 20.1% |
17.6%
2.5 pts worse
|
14.9%
5.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.1% |
1.0%
0.1 pts worse
|
1.0%
0.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
2.0%
2 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 25.4% |
21.7%
3.7 pts worse
|
19.8%
5.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 2.3% |
4.6%
2.3 pts better
|
5.1%
2.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 37.3% |
77.1%
39.8 pts worse
|
81.7%
44.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 16.5% |
11.8%
4.7 pts worse
|
12.0%
4.5 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.1% |
1.3%
0.8 pts worse
|
1.6%
0.5 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 60.8% |
77.7%
16.9 pts worse
|
79.7%
18.9 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 25.8% |
25.8%
About the same
|
23.9%
1.9 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-06-12 · Fire 2024-06-12
14 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (4 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-04-25 · Fire 2023-04-25
9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)
12 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (6 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
E25 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
Corrected 2025-07-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-07-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-07-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-07-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Corrected 2025-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2024-06-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-07-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-06-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2023-06-12
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2023-06-12
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-06-12
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2023-06-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2023-06-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
K232 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
Corrected 2023-06-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2023-06-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2023-06-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-06-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-06-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-06-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-06-12
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-30
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2026-01-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-30
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2026-01-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-30
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2026-01-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-30
F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2026-01-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-07-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
F909 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
Corrected 2025-07-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2025-07-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
F791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected 2025-07-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-05
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-07-07
G · Actual harm
2024-06-12
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-06-28
G · Actual harm
2024-06-12
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2024-06-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-07-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F848 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.
Corrected 2024-07-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2024-07-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-07-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-07-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2024-07-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-07-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2024-07-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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 2024-07-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2024-07-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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 2024-07-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-12
F838 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2024-07-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2023-05-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected 2023-05-10
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2023-05-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-05-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
F744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected 2023-05-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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 2023-05-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
F770 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected 2023-05-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2023-05-10
B · Minimal harm
2023-04-25
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2023-05-10
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$25,773
2024-06-12
Fine
Fine · fine $25,773
Fine
Ownership
Shakow, Rachel
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Dagan, Amitai
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Shakow, Rachel
Corporate Director · Individual
Shakow, Rachel
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
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