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HomeMassachusettsSacred Heart Nursing Home

Sacred Heart Nursing Home

359 Summer Street, New Bedford, MA 027405089966751WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.4on Google(15 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
217
certified

How Sacred Heart Nursing Home 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
3.86 hrs/day
MA average
3.87 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.64 hrs/day
MA average
0.65 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
27.3%
MA average
38.2%
Lower than 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.
Staff turnover is 27.3%, lower 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
9
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 25, 2024
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 13, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 6 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).

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Sacred Heart Nursing Home is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in New Bedford, Massachusetts with 217 certified beds. It has been operating since 1990. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
217
Avg Residents/Day
125.6
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jul 1, 1990
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Bristol
Last Inspection
Aug 13, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
24.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (19)

F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 13, 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: Jun 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0881Potential for Harm

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Survey: Jun 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0921Potential for Harm

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Survey: Jun 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: Jun 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0699Potential for Harm

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Survey: Jun 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0557Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Survey: Apr 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0607Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0712Potential for Harm

Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

Survey: Mar 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Mar 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Mar 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Mar 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: Mar 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Mar 31, 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 Aide2.40 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.82 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.64 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.86 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.59 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
27.3%
RN Turnover
25.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Other
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (13)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
MELLO, CURTISCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2020
DAVIS, JENNIFERW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 27, 2015
KILEY, KEVINCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
LONG, JOANNECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 24, 2014
OLIVEIRA, JOHNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 24, 2014
ROQUE, JOANNECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
SAUNDERS, RICHARDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 24, 2014
SMITH, WALTERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 24, 2014
WILSON, RICHARDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 24, 2014
DA CUNHA, EDGARCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 24, 2014
DIOCESAN HEALTH FACILITIESOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2000
MITCHELL, LAURAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2020
ROQUE, JOANNEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Sacred Heart Nursing Home and nearby alternatives.

All Massachusetts facilities
Sacred Heart Nursing Home
New Bedford, MACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Brandon Woods of New Bedford
New Bedford, MA1.2 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $464,490
Royal of Fairhaven Nursing Center
Fairhaven, MA1.4 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $8,648
Vantage Health & Rehab of New Bedford
New Bedford, MA1.4 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $9,318
Hathaway Manor Extended Care
New Bedford, MA1.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $34,887
Our Ladys Haven of Fairhaven INC
Fairhaven, MA1.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Alden Court Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Center
Fairhaven, MA1.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Sacred Heart Nursing Home
New Bedford, MA · Current facility
—5/54/55/5None recorded
Brandon Woods of New Bedford
New Bedford, MA
1.2 mi1/51/53/5$464,490
Royal of Fairhaven Nursing Center
Fairhaven, MA
1.4 mi2/53/51/5$8,648
Vantage Health & Rehab of New Bedford
New Bedford, MA
1.4 mi1/52/51/5$9,318
Hathaway Manor Extended Care
New Bedford, MA
1.7 mi2/52/53/5$34,887
Our Ladys Haven of Fairhaven INC
Fairhaven, MA
1.9 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Alden Court Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Center
Fairhaven, MA
1.9 mi4/54/53/5None 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 Sacred Heart Nursing Home?▾
Sacred Heart Nursing Home 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 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Sacred Heart Nursing Home 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). Sacred Heart Nursing Home participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Sacred Heart Nursing Home had any health inspection violations?▾
Sacred Heart Nursing Home had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 13, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Sacred Heart Nursing Home?▾
Sacred Heart Nursing Home provides 3.86 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.64 RN hours, 0.82 LPN hours, and 2.40 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 27.3%.
How many beds does Sacred Heart Nursing Home have?▾
Sacred Heart Nursing Home has 217 certified beds with an average of 125.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 58% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Other owned and is part of the Diocesan Health Facilities chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Sacred Heart Nursing Home?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Massachusetts, including 3 in New Bedford. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Sacred Heart Nursing Home?▾
On Google Maps, Sacred Heart Nursing Home has a rating of 3.4 out of 5 based on 15 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Diocesan Health Facilities

This chain operates 5 facilities. View all →