Nursing HomeMedicaid Medicare 5-star

Shrewsbury Rehabilitation and Nursing at Southgate

Strong Medicare quality ratings; public reviewers often praise compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.

40 Julio Drive, Shrewsbury, MA 01545|99 beds|Licensed & active

5/5

Medicare

Inspection

Quality

Staffing

Google rating

4.4/5

based on 46 Google reviews

(508) 845-6786 Directions Website

Street View

Email Shrewsbury Rehabilitation and Nursing at Southgate to yourself

Get a one-time email with a link to this profile so it is easy to find and share later.

This sends one email and does not add you to a mailing list.

5flags

Review before deciding

Public Medicare Flags to Review

These current public-data fields deserve follow-up with the facility and the official Medicare record. They are not a clinical risk score or a substitute for an in-person assessment.

Low staffing rating (2/5 stars)
1 Medicare penalty on record
Above-median findings in the latest survey (9 vs median 7)
Staff turnover reported at 54%
RN turnover reported at 65%

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

Shrewsbury Rehabilitation and Nursing at Southgate has a strong overall Medicare rating. Public reviewers frequently mention: compassionate and attentive nursing staff and clean and well-maintained facility. Review the component ratings and current source records before deciding.

Google Reviews

48 public Google reviews available

Shrewsbury Rehabilitation and Nursing at Southgate receives highly polarized feedback, with many families praising the compassionate, attentive nursing staff and the facility's clean, secure environment. However, significant concerns persist regarding chronic understaffing, which reviewers report leads to neglect in basic hygiene, delayed responses to call bells, and issues with meal quality and delivery. While leadership is often credited with being responsive to individual complaints, the inconsistency in daily care remains a primary point of contention for families.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details

Strengths

Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
Clean and well-maintained facility
Responsive and accessible leadership team
Effective security and check-in procedures

Concerns

Chronic understaffing leading to neglect (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
Difficulty reaching residents by phone (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Poor meal quality and delivery issues (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

Distribution · 48 analyzed

How They Respond to Reviews

100%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

1Given that staffing levels can fluctuate, what specific measures do you have in place to ensure consistent, one-on-one attention for residents throughout the day and night?
2I noticed your leadership team is very active in responding to feedback; how do you incorporate that family input into improving the daily dining experience and meal quality?
3With the current CMS staffing rating, could you walk me through how your team manages resident needs during peak hours to ensure no one feels neglected?
4What is your protocol for ensuring families can reliably reach their loved ones by phone, and are there designated times or staff members who facilitate these calls?
5Could you describe the daily activity schedule and how you tailor these programs to keep residents engaged and socially connected?
6In the event of a sudden medical change, what is your process for communicating with family members, and how quickly can we expect a response from your nursing staff?

Personalized based on this facility's data

Key Review Excerpts

“I want to sincerely thank “Heather Demma”, the Executive Director at Shrewsbury Rehab Center, for her outstanding leadership and responsiveness. She took all my concerns seriously, listened with empathy, and took immediate steps to address every issue I raised.”

Family member · 2025★★★★☆

“The treatment my father underwent at this facility was negligent at best, malicious at worst; after weeks of phone calls alerting me that he kept falling over on their watch, I set up a meeting.”

Family member · 2026★☆☆☆☆

“My friend is here on Hospice. The staff has been amazing and very caring. When I walked in the were playing soothing music while they were freshening her up.”

Friend of resident · 2025★★★★★

Source: 48 Google reviews in the current analysis set

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare public data

RN Hours

0.59hrs

79%

Registered nurses for medical care

Total Nursing

4.22hrs

All nurses + aides combined

Staff Turnover

54%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN Turnover

65%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.

Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.

Quality Measures

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

Medicare Rating

5/ 5

Better Than Avg

measures

Worse Than Avg

measures

Long-Stay Residents

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better

This Facility32.0%

Worse than Avg

Here

32.0%

12.1%

13.7%

Worcester

12.6%

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

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better

This Facility12.6%

Better than Avg

Here

12.6%

15.5%

21.3%

Worcester

22.4%

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better

This Facility13.3%

Better than Avg

Here

13.3%

19.5%

19.4%

Worcester

21.2%

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility98.9%

Better than Avg

Here

98.9%

93.4%

92.4%

Worcester

94.7%

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better

This Facility25.8%

Worse than Avg

Here

25.8%

19.4%

21.4%

Worcester

22.4%

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better

This Facility100.0%

Better than Avg

Here

100.0%

95.5%

94.8%

Worcester

96.4%

Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility96.8%

Better than Avg

Here

96.8%

81.8%

77.6%

Worcester

80.8%

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better

This Facility95.9%

Better than Avg

Here

95.9%

79.8%

77.7%

Worcester

81.4%

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better

This Facility0.3%

Better than Avg

Here

0.3%

1.6%

1.3%

Worcester

1.4%

Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback

33findings in history

1penalty

Latest survey: 9 · above MA avg (8.9)

4 complaint-triggered findings

$7,901 in fines

Families have filed complaints about safety hazards and treatment quality, leading to 4 complaint-triggered deficiencies. This facility shows recurring problems across safety and fire protection systems, medication management, and resident assessments, with issues spanning multiple surveys from 2022 to 2024. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of repeated safety violations and complaint history suggests families should carefully evaluate care quality during visits.

Nov 4, 2025Complaint1 finding

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Nov 27, 2024Routine18 findings

0007Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

0030Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

0041Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

0222Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0311Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

0374Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0636Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

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.

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.

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.

0254Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Provide hallway or ground-level exits in all residents' rooms.

0271Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0641Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0646Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.

Dec 6, 2023Routine1 finding

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Sep 19, 2023Complaint3 findings

0689Actual 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.

0677Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Sep 19, 2023Routine2 findings

0351Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0347Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

Aug 3, 2023Routine1 finding

0883Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

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

Federal Penalties

Fine

Sep 19, 2023

$7,901

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Shrewsbury Rehabilitation and Nursing at Southgate

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Atlas Healthcare

Chain Size

29 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.8/5 · Rank 1 of 28 (Highest rating)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Shrewsbury Operations Holdings LLC

Owner · Organization

100%

Jmh Family LLC