Heathwood HealthCare

    188 Florence St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing
    2.0ยท13 reviews

    Caring attentive staff, spotless rooms

    I'm very pleased with the caring, attentive, professional staff - polite, kind and clearly competent. My private room and the therapy/dining areas are spotless with fresh bedding and great food; an accessible, personable medical director and recent management improvements make this facility a cut above the rest.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    2.00ยท(13)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      2.0
    • Staff

      2.1
    • Meals

      2.3
    • Amenities

      2.3
    • Value

      2.0

    Pros

    • Attentive and compassionate caregiving staff
    • Competent nursing and therapy services
    • Clean and well-maintained resident rooms
    • Clean therapy and dining areas
    • Private-room availability and updated flooring
    • Fresh bedding and reliable laundry service
    • Quality meal service
    • Accessible and personable medical director/administration
    • Professional and knowledgeable clinical staff
    • Respectful security presence when staffed

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing levels (weekend and night shortages)
    • Slow emergency-response and assistance times
    • Gaps in medication-management and storage controls
    • Variable staff training and supervision
    • Security and access-control weaknesses
    • Inconsistent hygiene and sanitation practices
    • Inadequate availability of mobility and safety equipment
    • Weak meal- and dining supervision processes
    • Inconsistent therapy scheduling and service availability
    • Communication and discharge-planning inconsistencies
    • Allegations of staff theft and financial misconduct
    • Limited resident engagement and social programming

    Summary of reviews

    Reviews for this facility present a mixed picture: many reviewers describe positive elements of care, while a number raise operational concerns that affect safety, consistency, and family confidence. Strengths most often noted include caring, personable caregivers and clinical staff, accessible leadership or medical direction, and generally clean, updated resident rooms and shared areas. Therapy and dining spaces are also described as well-maintained, and several reviewers praised meal quality and laundry/linen service.

    Care and staffing show divergent experiences. Positive comments emphasize attentive, knowledgeable, and compassionate staff who provide competent nursing and therapy services. At the same time, reviewers describe recurring staffing shortfalls, particularly on nights and weekends, that translate into delays in assistance, slow emergency-response times, and lapses in supervision during high-risk activities such as meals and transfers. There are also concerns about inconsistent training and on-the-floor supervision, and instances of staff distraction during duties have been described. Medication-management gaps and questions about medication storage and handling were specifically raised as an area needing improvement.

    Dining and therapy receive mixed feedback. The quality of food and the cleanliness of dining and therapy areas are frequently highlighted as positives. However, therapy availability appears inconsistentโ€”examples include days without scheduled physical therapyโ€”and families should confirm current therapy schedules. Meal supervision and assistance processes also show variability, which may affect residents who require help during dining.

    Facility maintenance and safety are described both positively and negatively. Many reviewers note clean rooms, fresh bedding, and recent updates such as new flooring and private-room options. Conversely, others report sanitation concerns, odor issues in certain areas, pest-control concerns, elevator reliability problems, and lapses in security or access control (for example, unattended desks and unsecured doors). There are also repeated mentions of insufficient mobility and safety equipment availability, such as bed rails and walkers, which are operational issues to verify during a visit.

    Management and communication show a mix of strengths and weaknesses. Several reviewers found the director and medical leadership to be personable and professional, and some attributed recent improvements to management change. Yet there are consistent notes about poor communication around discharge planning, transportation, and weekend coverage. There are also serious individual claims including alleged staff theft and warnings to safeguard valuables; such claims warrant follow-up with facility leadership and, if appropriate, regulatory authorities.

    Activities and psychosocial care are an area where reviewers expressed concern about limited engagement and resident loneliness. Families should ask about current activity schedules, visitation policies, and programs to promote social interaction.

    Overall, the facility demonstrates clear strengths in individualized caregiving, cleanliness in many areas, and some aspects of clinical care. However, recurring operational patternsโ€”especially inconsistent staffing, emergency-response delays, medication-management controls, security gaps, sanitation concerns, and uneven communicationโ€”are substantive and should be addressed. Prospective residents and families are advised to tour the facility, observe staffing levels at different times (including nights and weekends), review recent inspection reports, ask about protocols for emergency response, medication handling, pest control, and theft prevention, and confirm therapy and activity schedules before making placement decisions.

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    Location

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    Heathwood HealthCare is located at 188 Florence St, Chestnut Hill, MA, 02467.

    About Heathwood HealthCare

    Heathwood Healthcare is a nursing home facility located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, dedicated to providing comprehensive care for those who require nursing home services. With cost options ranging from $1,970 to $12,395 per month, the community is equipped to cater to a broad spectrum of care needs and budgets. The fees may vary based on the specific services required by each resident, ensuring that care at Heathwood Healthcare is tailored to individual needs. This flexibility allows families and individuals to find an option that balances both their health requirements and financial considerations.

    Residents at Heathwood Healthcare can expect to benefit from a welcoming environment that emphasizes comfort and support. The facility is designed to accommodate those who need professional nursing assistance, offering a variety of amenities to enhance the quality of life for its residents. One notable feature is the communityโ€™s pet-friendly policy, which permits residents to bring their pets with them. This approach helps maintain companionship and emotional well-being, acknowledging the important role that animals can play in the lives of older adults.

    The commitment to care at Heathwood Healthcare is evident not only in the services provided but also in the attention to creating a supportive and nurturing atmosphere for its residents. The community recognizes that every resident is unique, and therefore seeks to provide personalized options that reflect individual preferences and needs. Whether requiring extensive daily care or a more moderate level of support, Heathwood Healthcare aims to ensure safety, dignity, and a sense of belonging for all who reside within its walls.

    People often ask...

    Heathwood HealthCare offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    The full address for this community is 188 Florence St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467.

    No, Heathwood HealthCare does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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