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HomeMassachusettsBrandon Woods of Dartmouth

Brandon Woods of Dartmouth

567 Dartmouth Street, South Dartmouth, MA 027485089977787WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.8on Google(4 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
118
certified
3 fine(s) totaling $31,009

How Brandon Woods of Dartmouth Compares in Massachusetts

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
2/5
MA average
3.0/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
MA average
3.0/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
3/5
MA average
3.1/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.86 hrs/day
MA average
3.87 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.49 hrs/day
MA average
0.65 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
49.6%
MA average
38.2%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the Massachusetts average of 3.0/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Massachusetts average of 3.0/5.
Reported RN time is 0.49 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.65.
Staff turnover is 49.6%, higher than the Massachusetts average of 38.2%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
16
deficiency citations
Inspected Dec 20, 2023
Most recent cycle
11
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 19, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 5 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$14,296/mo
Massachusetts median
Private Room
$15,189/mo
Massachusetts median
Bristol County 65+
99,426
17.2% of county
County Population
576,699
Bristol County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Brandon Woods of Dartmouth is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts with 118 certified beds. It has been operating since 1975. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
118
Avg Residents/Day
103
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jul 1, 1975
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Bristol
Last Inspection
Feb 19, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
11
Weighted Score
87.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (40)

F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 25, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0805Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Survey: Mar 25, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Nov 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Sep 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0881Potential for Harm

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Survey: Feb 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0883Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0640Minimal Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: Feb 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0805Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Survey: Jan 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Actual Harm

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

Survey: Aug 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Aug 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0727Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0868Potential for Harm

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Survey: Dec 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Dec 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Dec 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Dec 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Dec 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0640Minimal Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: Dec 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Actual Harm

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

Survey: Apr 30, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0692Actual Harm

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

Survey: Aug 18, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0801Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 18, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Aug 18, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3

+ 10 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$31,009
Number of Fines
3
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
3

Penalty History

FineApr 30, 2024
$9,318
FineNov 12, 2025
$10,358
FineAug 27, 2024
$11,333

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.34 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.04 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.49 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.86 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.44 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
49.6%
RN Turnover
50.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (24)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
RCH/KCP 2021 FUND INVESTORS, LP5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2025
RCH/KCP 2021 FUND INVESTORS, LP5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2025
ROMANO, FRANKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 9, 1973
ROMANO, FRANKCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 9, 1973
ESSEX GROUP MANAGEMENT CORPOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 1995
HARRIS, CHERYLOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 3, 2024
HETZLER, JULIANNEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 1, 2022
PICONE, SCOTTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 26, 2002
ROMANO, FRANKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 9, 1973
ROMANO, KATELYNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 8, 2017
TEVES, PHILLIPOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 1, 2021
BAKER TILLY ADVISORY GROUP, LPADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 3, 2025
BAKER TILLY US, LLPADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 3, 2025
BOSTON HELPDESK, INC.ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AApr 21, 2023
DARTMOUTH STREET LIMITED PARTNERSHIPADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ADec 8, 1998
ESSEX GROUP MANAGEMENT CORPADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 31, 2025
ESSEX GROUP STAFFING COMPANYADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 31, 2007
INTELYCARE, INC.ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ADec 16, 2017
HARRIS, CHERYLADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 3, 2024
HETZLER, JULIANNEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ANov 1, 2022
PICONE, SCOTTADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 26, 2002
ROMANO, FRANKADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 9, 1973
ROMANO, KATELYNADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 8, 2017
TEVES, PHILLIPADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 1, 2021

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Brandon Woods of Dartmouth and nearby alternatives.

All Massachusetts facilities
Brandon Woods of Dartmouth
South Dartmouth, MACurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $31,009
Vantage Health & Rehab of New Bedford
New Bedford, MA1.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $9,318
Brandon Woods of New Bedford
New Bedford, MA1.4 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $464,490
Sacred Heart Nursing Home
New Bedford, MA2.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Our Ladys Haven of Fairhaven INC
Fairhaven, MA2.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Royal of Fairhaven Nursing Center
Fairhaven, MA2.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $8,648
Hathaway Manor Extended Care
New Bedford, MA3.0 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $34,887
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Brandon Woods of Dartmouth
South Dartmouth, MA · Current facility
—2/52/53/5$31,009
Vantage Health & Rehab of New Bedford
New Bedford, MA
1.2 mi1/52/51/5$9,318
Brandon Woods of New Bedford
New Bedford, MA
1.4 mi1/51/53/5$464,490
Sacred Heart Nursing Home
New Bedford, MA
2.6 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Our Ladys Haven of Fairhaven INC
Fairhaven, MA
2.7 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Royal of Fairhaven Nursing Center
Fairhaven, MA
2.9 mi2/53/51/5$8,648
Hathaway Manor Extended Care
New Bedford, MA
3.0 mi2/52/53/5$34,887

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Brandon Woods of Dartmouth?▾
Brandon Woods of Dartmouth has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Brandon Woods of Dartmouth cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Massachusetts is $14,296/month for a semi-private room and $15,189/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Brandon Woods of Dartmouth participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Brandon Woods of Dartmouth had any health inspection violations?▾
Brandon Woods of Dartmouth had 11 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Feb 19, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 3 fine(s) totaling $31,009.
What are the staffing levels at Brandon Woods of Dartmouth?▾
Brandon Woods of Dartmouth provides 3.86 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.49 RN hours, 1.04 LPN hours, and 2.34 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 49.6%.
How many beds does Brandon Woods of Dartmouth have?▾
Brandon Woods of Dartmouth has 118 certified beds with an average of 103 residents per day, resulting in approximately 87% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Elder Services chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Brandon Woods of Dartmouth?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Massachusetts. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Brandon Woods of Dartmouth?▾
On Google Maps, Brandon Woods of Dartmouth has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 4 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

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