See every facility — official ratings, family reviews, no referral fees.
Nursing HomeMedicaid Investigative

Foremost at Sharon LLC

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

259 Norwood Street, Sharon, MA 0206766 bedsLicensed & Active
2/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.4/5

based on 25 Google reviews

5
4
3
2
1
Foremost at Sharon LLC Nursing Home in Sharon, MA — Street View
Street View

Watch Foremost at Sharon LLC

Get an email when new inspections, ratings, or penalties are published for this facility.

We’ll only email you about this — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

4/ 10
moderate Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
  • Above-median deficiencies (9 vs median 7.0)
  • High RN turnover (75%)

Below average in MA · Below recommended RN staffing · $25,773 in fines

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility is highly regarded for its compassionate nursing staff and engaging activity programs, making it a strong contender for those prioritizing clinical care. However, families should be aware of persistent reports regarding the facility's aging physical environment and should conduct a thorough tour to ensure the cleanliness meets their standards.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

25 reviews on Google
Foremost at Sharon receives highly polarized feedback, with many families praising the dedicated nursing and therapy staff for providing compassionate, personalized care. However, a significant number of reviewers report serious concerns regarding the facility's aging physical condition, cleanliness, and inconsistent responsiveness from administration.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food3.0Staff8.0Clean2.0Activities9.0Meds2.0Memory8.0Comms4.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive nursing/CNA staff
  • Effective physical and occupational therapy
  • Engaging activities and recreation programs
  • Strong communication from specific clinical leads

Concerns

  • Poor facility maintenance and cleanliness (smells, bugs, peeling paint) (mentioned by 6 reviewers)
  • Inconsistent administrative responsiveness and communication (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Understaffing or lack of staff availability (mentioned by 3 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2345.02021(2)3.52022(4)2.62023(10)3.02024(4)3.32025(24)4.32026(6)

Distribution · 50 analyzed

5
20
4
10
3
2
2
4
1
14

How They Respond to Reviews

88%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed your team is very active in responding to online feedback; how do you use that family input to improve the daily experience for residents?
  • 2Given that some areas of the facility have shown signs of wear, what is your current plan or schedule for facility maintenance and deep cleaning to ensure a comfortable environment?
  • 3With the current staffing levels, how do you ensure that residents receive prompt assistance when they need help with daily tasks or medication management?
  • 4Since therapy services are highly regarded here, how do you coordinate those sessions with the daily activity schedule to ensure residents stay engaged without feeling overwhelmed?
  • 5Could you walk me through your protocol for medical emergencies, especially regarding how you communicate updates to families during off-hours?
  • 6How do you address feedback regarding the dining experience to ensure that meals are both nutritious and enjoyable for residents with different dietary needs?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The staff is very friendly and cooperative. I was fortunate to have a roommate who was pleasant and polite as were his visitors.

Rehab patient · 2025★★★★★

My mom has been a dementia patient at Foremost since 12/2020. Rosemary her primary nurse is the sweetest, most compassionate, nurturing person and is an excellent nurse. She treat all her patients as if they are her family.

Memory care family member · 2024★★★★★

The facility needs to be updated but the care is a number 5! Best nursing staff I’ve found for dementia! The owners need to use some money in paint or come see this place!

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★
Source: 25 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.56hrs
75%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.43hrs
84%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
39%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
64%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

6

measures

Worse Than Avg

8

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility21.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
21.7%
US
12.1%
MA
13.7%
Norfolk
7.4%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility23.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
23.5%
US
19.5%
MA
19.4%
Norfolk
14.9%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility26.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
26.6%
US
19.4%
MA
21.4%
Norfolk
18.5%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility20.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
20.7%
US
14.4%
MA
16.9%
Norfolk
19.4%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.0%
Better than Avg
Here
98.0%
US
95.5%
MA
94.8%
Norfolk
92.7%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility20.7%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
20.7%
US
15.4%
MA
21.3%
Norfolk
21.0%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility36.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
36.5%
US
81.8%
MA
77.6%
Norfolk
67.2%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility60.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
60.8%
US
79.7%
MA
77.7%
Norfolk
70.2%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
MA
1.3%
Norfolk
1.4%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

9deficiencies
1penalties
Above state avg (8.9)
4 complaint-triggered
$25,773 in fines

This facility has significant ongoing issues with 53 deficiencies across multiple surveys, including recent family complaints. The most recurring problems involve care planning and resident assessments, medication management, and fire safety systems. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of repeated violations in core care areas like medication errors and incomplete care plans suggests persistent quality concerns that families should carefully evaluate.

Dec 30, 2025Complaint
4
0580Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

Jun 5, 2025Routine
11
0025Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.

0689Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0909Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

0345Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0712Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0791Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0711Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Jun 12, 2024Routine
17
0686Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0690Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0848Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.

0580Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0757Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0759Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0838Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

0041Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

0511Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0712Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Apr 25, 2023Routine
21
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0814Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

0324Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0374Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0658Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0345Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0712Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0744Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0770Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0041Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

0232Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0351Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0918Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0641Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Jun 12, 2024

$26,232

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Foremost at Sharon LLC

Organization Type

for profit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Dagan, Amitai

Owner

30%

Shakow, Rachel

Owner

70%

Key personnel

Shakow, RachelW-2 Managing EmployeeShakow, RachelOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

Contact

Get in Touch

Contact this facility directly and verify the details that matter most to your family.

References & Resources

EveryPlace is a research directory. Facility information is compiled from public sources — Medicare.gov, state licensing portals, Google Places, and publicly available street-level imagery. Listings do not constitute endorsement, recommendation, or advertisement, and we do not accept payment for placement. Families should verify all details directly with the facility and the original sources linked above before making any care decisions. See our Research Policy for our editorial standards, correction process, and image-removal policy.

Safer Alternatives Nearby

Based on current clinical data, we identified 6 nearby facilities within 10 miles that may offer a stronger care environment. We encourage families to compare options carefully.

Call