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St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

321 Centre Street

3.6(79 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
123
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
123
Respite Care
Respite stays available for short-term care
Additional Services
Memory care and hospice care also provided

What Families Think

Reviews for St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center are sharply divided: several families report serious lapses in medical attention, communication failures around resident deaths, and dietary non-compliance, while other families and at least one resident praise the therapy team and rehabilitation experience. The mix suggests care quality may vary significantly by unit, shift, or department.

The Good

  • Therapy department staff praised by name
  • Resident activities like gardening and social events
  • One resident called it the best rehab experience
  • Physical and mental therapy emphasized for residents

The Bad

  • Multiple reports of delayed or missed medical response
  • Families not notified promptly when a resident died
  • Reports that dietary restrictions were not followed
  • Difficulty reaching nursing staff or supervisors by phone

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a senior living community in Dorchester, Massachusetts offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 79 reviews.

About St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

St Joseph Rehab & Nursing Care Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Dorchester, Massachusetts, offering clinical programming designed around individual patient needs with a focus on compassionate, personalized care that emphasizes comfort, independence, and dignity.

The center provides a range of services including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, assisted living, memory care, and hospice care, delivered by a team of experienced healthcare professionals.

The facility has been managed by Landmark Management Solutions (LMS) since 2003, a leading healthcare management and consulting firm with multiple locations throughout New England.

Types of Care at St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

3.6overall · 79 ratings combined

3.6★ on Google (79)

Susan Dollard

Apr 2026

via Google

My brother has been at St.Joseph’s Rehabilitation and Nursing Center for several weeks now and he told me that with the exception of a couple people they take care of him and he specifically mentioned Amy,Kimberly and Lauren as well as the other girls and guys in the therapy department are great. He told me that they have activities for the residents and they are planning on some gardening for the residents to do as well. I am happy that they keep the residents involved and doing things together. That is therapy for the residents as well both physical and mental therapy. I was worried about how rehabilitation would be this time as another rehabilitation he was in over a year ago was not as good he told me. I moved from Massachusetts over a year ago so but my other brother lives near St.Joseph’s so that I can be kept updated on how he is doing as well as talking to him on the phone. I also follow St.Joseph’s Rehabilitation on Facebook and saw a couple of pictures of my brother that they posted when they had shamrock shakes for St.Patrick’s Day and he looked happy.

d oshea

Apr 2026

via Google

My mother died at this facility. We were never notified. We got a call after the fact although they knew she was in bad shape. The Executive Director's response was "I'm sorry for your loss" after my family asked numerous questions surrounding her death. She never responded to any questions. The staff does not follow dietary guidelines. The breakfast was not even rarely warm. I have been there when my mother didn't get her dinner and I would let the staff know and hours later, nothing. It's a disgrace.

Margaret Flaherty

Dec 2025

via Google

I am a patient at St Joseph's and I'm telling you this is the best place I ever came to I'm glad they sent me here because they have so many people here that care so much about you and so much about your care they help you they give you encouragement and most places don't do that but I recommend anybody that's going to go into rehab to come to this place

Zobeida Medero

Dec 2025

via Google

Today I just went through an argument with Diane at the 3rd floor. I was calling them because my mother's transportation didn't want to pick her up at the 3rd floor of the hospital. My mother has been waiting for over 3 hours there, she is diabetic, she has multiple illnesses, she is wheelchair bound, and with poor vision. I don't understand the reason this person got an attitude when I was trying to let her know what it is going because I am not near Boston if so I would take her and bring her back as I has done before however NURSING is making the appointments at a time that I am working or dealing with everything else that is going. I asked to speak with her supervisor and she hanged up on me I called again and ask for the charge nurse but nobody pick the phone and the voice mail is full.

Dianne Shea

Nov 2025

via Google

Please do not put any loved one in this place. My mother was in there and I begged for them to get her fluids and oxygen and was told by a male nurse that he called the doctor 3 times but didn't hear back because it was a Sunday. I told the male nurse I was going to call 911 but he said they wouldn't come because her vitals were fine. My mother passed away 7 hours later without ever receiving the fluids or oxygen she desperately needed. My niece had gone to get her belongings and they gave her another patient's things. She finally got most of her things but many things were missing. I was her proxy and didn't get a call about her passing until 9 a.m and the vm stated please call back about your mother but she's ok. Imagine? She had already passed .She passed at 5: a.m This place is a disgrace and I contacted the Governor and Senator Warren so this does not happen to anyone else. Also she had dinner and asked for tomato and mayonnaise and I had gone directly to the kitchen and I was told the delivery hadn't come yet. So I could not believe there was not one tomato or mayonnaise in the building. It may sound foolish but literally ridiculous that they didnt have either item. I had to go to the corner store for both. It might be petty but it's ridiculous on there end. They never followed my mother's diet of no salt. I wouldn't put a dog in this place. Please do not because your loved one just might not come home due to negligence.

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 61 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Feb 19, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 2, 2026

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 2, 2026

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 25, 2026

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 2, 2026

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 2, 2026

Feb 5, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard27 citations
  • Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2025

  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 24, 2025

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 24, 2025

  • Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 24, 2025

  • Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2025

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 24, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 20, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2025

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2025

  • Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 24, 2025

  • Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 5, 2025

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 20, 2025

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 21, 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 5, 2025

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 5, 2025

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2025

Jul 8, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 29, 2024

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 29, 2024

Feb 9, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard27 citations
  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 13, 2024

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2024

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center offer?

St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center located?

St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is located at 321 Centre Street in Dorchester, Massachusetts.

What do families say about St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?

Reviews for St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center are sharply divided: several families report serious lapses in medical attention, communication failures around resident deaths, and dietary non-compliance, while other families and at least one resident praise the therapy team and rehabilitation experience. The mix suggests care quality may vary significantly by unit, shift, or department.

How did St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 61 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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