Heathwood Healthcare is a nursing home located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, offering long-term care and support to its residents. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid, Heathwood Healthcare has been a participating facility since May 19, 1993, and is designed to cater to the diverse needs of its residents. The facility currently houses 38 occupants and provides various health services and therapies, including pain management, podiatry, cardiac care, dental care, and wound care. Residents also have access to stroke care, vision care, speech therapy, and hearing care. To further support its community, Heathwood Healthcare offers occupational, physical, and speech therapies, as well as IV therapies, medication management, and outpatient services. Additionally, the facility provides hospice care, dialysis, and comprehensive nursing care for those in need.
The facility features amenities such as a chapel for spiritual needs and a barber/beauty salon for personal grooming. Resident and family counseling is available to support emotional and familial well-being. Despite these comprehensive offerings, feedback from resident families reveals a mixed perception of the facility. Some families commend the attentive staff and clean environment, particularly highlighting the quality of care during end-of-life situations. However, concerns have been raised regarding inconsistent care quality, with reports of slow or non-responsive staff, understaffing, and inadequate responses to medical emergencies. While some acknowledge the staff's efforts under challenging conditions, the disparities in care suggest potential areas for improvement.
Costs at this community start at $1,970 and range up to $12,395. The average price in the community is $12,395, which is more than the average price in the area of $7,836. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.