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HomeMassachusettsRiverbend of South Natick

Riverbend of South Natick

34 South Lincoln Street, S Natick, MA 017605086538330WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.9on Google(12 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
55
certified

How Riverbend of South Natick 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
5/5
MA average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
MA average
3.0/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
MA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.19 hrs/day
MA average
3.87 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.06 hrs/day
MA average
0.65 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
38.5%
MA average
38.2%
Close to state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Massachusetts average of 3.0/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Massachusetts average of 3.0/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.19 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.87.
Reported RN time is 1.06 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.65.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
11
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 5, 2024
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 7, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 9 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
Middlesex County 65+
255,404
15.7% of county
County Population
1,623,109
Middlesex County

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

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Riverbend of South Natick is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in S Natick, Massachusetts with 55 certified beds. It has been operating since 1994. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
55
Avg Residents/Day
32
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Mar 1, 1994
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Middlesex
Last Inspection
Aug 7, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
16.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (19)

F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0732Minimal Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Aug 7, 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: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0604Potential for Harm

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 5, 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: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0883Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Minimal Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jun 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jan 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Jan 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0578Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Survey: Jan 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Jan 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0791Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Survey: Jan 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide2.66 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.46 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.06 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.19 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.82 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
38.5%
RN Turnover
71.4%
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 (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
THISSE, MARION5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual100%Mar 14, 2024
THISSE, PETERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 4, 1991
REHABILITATION ASSOCIATES INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AFeb 1, 1985
DANAHY, ELAINEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 30, 2017

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Riverbend of South Natick and nearby alternatives.

All Massachusetts facilities
Riverbend of South Natick
S Natick, MACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Mary Ann Morse Nursing & Rehabilitation
Natick, MA1.5 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Adviniacare Newton Wellesley
Wellesley, MA2.4 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $132,408
Beaumont Rehab & Skilled Nursing Ctr - Natick
Natick, MA3.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $10,517
Skilled Nursing Facility at North Hill (the)
Needham, MA3.3 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $16,153
Elizabeth Seton
Wellesley, MA3.5 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Eliot Center for Health and Rehabilitation
Natick, MA3.6 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Riverbend of South Natick
S Natick, MA · Current facility
—5/54/55/5None recorded
Mary Ann Morse Nursing & Rehabilitation
Natick, MA
1.5 mi5/54/54/5None recorded
Adviniacare Newton Wellesley
Wellesley, MA
2.4 mi4/53/52/5$132,408
Beaumont Rehab & Skilled Nursing Ctr - Natick
Natick, MA
3.1 mi4/54/53/5$10,517
Skilled Nursing Facility at North Hill (the)
Needham, MA
3.3 mi4/53/55/5$16,153
Elizabeth Seton
Wellesley, MA
3.5 mi4/55/51/5None recorded
Eliot Center for Health and Rehabilitation
Natick, MA
3.6 mi2/52/53/5None recorded

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 Riverbend of South Natick?▾
Riverbend of South Natick has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Riverbend of South Natick 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). Riverbend of South Natick participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Riverbend of South Natick had any health inspection violations?▾
Riverbend of South Natick had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 7, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Riverbend of South Natick?▾
Riverbend of South Natick provides 4.19 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.06 RN hours, 0.46 LPN hours, and 2.66 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 38.5%.
How many beds does Riverbend of South Natick have?▾
Riverbend of South Natick has 55 certified beds with an average of 32 residents per day, resulting in approximately 58% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Rehabilitation Associates chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Riverbend of South Natick?▾
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 Riverbend of South Natick?▾
On Google Maps, Riverbend of South Natick has a rating of 2.9 out of 5 based on 12 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Rehabilitation Associates

This chain operates 6 facilities. View all →