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

Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare

Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.

250 West Union Street, Ashland, MA 01721103 bedsLicensed & Active
3/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.5/5

based on 39 Google reviews

5
4
3
2
1
Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare Nursing Home in Ashland, MA — Street View
Street View

Watch Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare

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.

What this means for your family

While the facility is physically modern and has a capable therapy team, the recurring reports of communication breakdowns and neglect are significant red flags. If you consider this facility, demand a direct contact person for updates and observe the floor staffing levels during a weekend visit to ensure they meet your loved one's needs.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

39 reviews on Google
Waterview Lodge presents a stark contrast between its modern, hotel-like physical environment and deeply concerning reports regarding patient care and staff communication. While some families praise the facility's appearance and specific staff members, multiple reviewers report severe neglect, including hygiene issues, medication errors, and a persistent inability to reach staff or management for updates.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food2.0Staff4.0Clean6.0Activities5.0Meds3.0Memory3.0Comms1.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Modern, clean, and aesthetically pleasing facility
  • Effective physical therapy department
  • Some highly dedicated individual staff members

Concerns

  • Poor communication and lack of responsiveness from administration and nursing (mentioned by 7 reviewers)
  • Inadequate staffing levels leading to patient neglect (mentioned by 6 reviewers)
  • Poor hygiene and substandard patient care (mentioned by 4 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

234'16(2)'18(2)'20(1)'22(1)'24(2)'26(5)

Distribution · 41 analyzed

5
24
4
2
3
0
2
1
1
14

How They Respond to Reviews

43%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the facility's focus on rehabilitation, could you walk me through how the physical therapy team coordinates with nursing staff to ensure consistent care throughout the day?
  • 2I noticed the facility has a modern, clean environment; how do you maintain this standard of hygiene and cleanliness in the resident living areas on a daily basis?
  • 3Communication is very important to our family; what is the standard protocol for updating families on a resident's health status or changes in their care plan?
  • 4With 103 residents, how does the team ensure that each individual receives timely assistance with daily needs like hygiene and dining?
  • 5Could you explain the process for medication management and how you ensure accuracy for residents with complex health needs?
  • 6I see that you respond to some online feedback; how do you use that input from families to make tangible improvements to the dining experience and daily activities?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

Roach-infested, unsanitary, and dangerously unsafe. My husband was repeatedly neglected—left sitting in dried feces and urine for an undetermined amount of time.

Long-term resident's family · 2025☆☆☆☆

They discharged my mother with a 44.Resting heart rate Rush the discharge, the social worker.Jennifer jenny was so unprofessional the worst experience I've ever had in health care.

Rehab patient's family · 2025☆☆☆☆

The communication is NON EXISTENT! They had no phone lines for over 6 months! Yes, you read that correctly! 6 months!

Resident's family · 2022☆☆☆☆
Source: 39 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.63hrs
84%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.89hrs
95%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
11%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
23%
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
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

9

measures

Worse Than Avg

7

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility41.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
41.3%
US
15.4%
MA
21.3%
Middlesex
22.3%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.9%
Better than Avg
Here
1.9%
US
19.4%
MA
21.4%
Middlesex
19.6%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.0%
Better than Avg
Here
2.0%
US
12.1%
MA
13.7%
Middlesex
12.2%

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

🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.0%
Better than Avg
Here
5.0%
US
15.3%
MA
16.4%
Middlesex
13.7%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility7.8%
Better than Avg
Here
7.8%
US
14.4%
MA
16.9%
Middlesex
15.2%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
MA
92.4%
Middlesex
92.4%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility45.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
45.0%
US
79.7%
MA
77.7%
Middlesex
77.4%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.1%
Better than Avg
Here
98.1%
US
81.8%
MA
77.6%
Middlesex
76.6%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility8.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
8.5%
US
1.6%
MA
1.3%
Middlesex
1.2%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

13deficiencies
Above state avg (8.9)

Waterview Lodge shows ongoing challenges with infection control appearing across all three surveys, along with recurring issues in fire safety systems and medication management. The most recent October 2024 survey revealed 39 deficiencies, including problems with preventing medication errors and maintaining proper infection control protocols. While all violations have correction dates indicating the facility addresses identified issues, the persistence of infection control and fire safety problems across multiple years suggests systematic challenges families should consider when evaluating this facility.

Feb 25, 2026Routine
15
0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0585Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

0641Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0578Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

0605Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

0676Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

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.

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.

0756Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

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.

Oct 29, 2024Routine
41
0809Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.

0887Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

0004Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

0006Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

0029Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop a communication plan.

0033Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish methods for sharing information.

0039Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

0041Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

0321Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0521Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

0531Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0641Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0760Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

0324Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0345Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0711Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

0923Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

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.

0690Potential for 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.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

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.

0812Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0015Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

0024Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

0031Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Provide emergency officials' contact information.

0036Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

0037Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

0211Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0222Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0311Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

0355Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

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.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0732Minimal · PatternCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Aug 14, 2023Routine
13
0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0679Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

0883Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

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

0578Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

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.

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.

0741Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.

0757Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

0812Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0041Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

0918Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0732Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare

Organization Type

for profit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Waterview Lodge LLC

Owner · Organization

Desai, Indira

Owner

Key personnel

Desai, IndiraW-2 Managing EmployeeDesai, IndiraOfficer / DirectorDesai, IndiraManager
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.

Nearby Alternatives

Call