COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Copley at Stoughton Nursing Care Center has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good choice for families, as it falls within the 70-79 range on the grading scale. It ranks #17 out of 338 facilities in Massachusetts, placing it in the top half, and #2 out of 33 in Norfolk County, which means only one local option is better. However, the facility's trend is worsening, with issues increasing from 6 in 2023 to 8 in 2024. Staffing is a strong point, rated 5 out of 5 stars, and has a turnover rate of only 24%, which is significantly lower than the state average of 39%. While there is more RN coverage than 91% of facilities in the state, the center has faced some concerns, including a serious incident where a resident fell due to inadequate supervision and another where a resident's pressure ulcer was not properly treated, resulting in worsening conditions. Overall, while there are notable strengths, families should be aware of the recent increase in deficiencies.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Massachusetts
- #17/338
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 24% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 24 points below Massachusetts's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $10,517 in fines. Higher than 82% of Massachusetts facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 58 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Massachusetts. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 22 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (24%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (24%)
24 points below Massachusetts average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
The Ugly 22 deficiencies on record
Oct 2024
8 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0551
(Tag F0551)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure one Resident's (#93) representative, as designated by the Resident, was able to make medical decisions for the Resident, in a sample...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement an individualized, person-centered care plan to meet the physical, psychosocial, and functional needs f...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were provided care in accordance wi...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to act promptly upon recommendations made by the Consultant Pharmacist during the monthly Medication Regimen Reviews (MRR) for one Resident (#...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure one Resident's (#93) drug regimen was free from unnecessary psychotropic medications, out of a total sample of 22 residents. Specifi...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
2. Review of the facility's policy titled Legionella Water Management Program, dated as revised September 2022, indicated but was not limited to:
- As part of the infection prevention and control prog...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
MDS Data Transmission
(Tag F0640)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to complete a discharge assessment to ensure timely coding and transmitting of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for two Residents (#25 and ...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure accurate coding of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments were completed for three Residents (#80, #93, and #76), out of a total sam...
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Jul 2023
6 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #4 was admitted to the facility in October 2020 with diagnoses including diffuse traumatic brain injury, unspecified...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0604
(Tag F0604)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, interview and facility policy review, the facility failed to assess a scoop mattress as a p...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to implement the plan of care for 3 Residents (#22, #5 an...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0808
(Tag F0808)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide the prescribed, therapeutic diet for one Resident (#67) out of a total sample of 21 Residents. Specifically, Resident ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record reviewed and interviews, the facility failed to maintain accurate medical records for 2 Residents ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 5. Resident #67 was admitted to the facility in March 2020 with diagnoses including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, type ...
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Feb 2022
8 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview, policy review, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that residents with pressure ulcers received necessary treatment and services consistent with professional standards...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, policy review, and record review, the facility failed to ensure staff notified the physician of a change in condition involving bilateral lower extremity edema (swelli...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interviews, record reviews, and policy review, the facility failed to implement their policy and procedures to investigate misappropriation of resident property for one Resident (#62), out of...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interviews, record reviews, and policy review, the facility failed to thoroughly investigate misappropriation of resident property for one Resident (#62), out of a total sample of 19 resident...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0757
(Tag F0757)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to monitor for side effects of anticoagulant (blood thinning) medication for one Resident (#17), out of five residents sampled for unnecessar...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, policy review, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that staff developed individualized, comprehensive care plans for five Residents (#81, #17, #82, #84, a...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to adhere to standards of practice regarding following physician's or...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Antibiotic Stewardship
(Tag F0881)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on line listing review, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to implement their antibiotic stewardship program. Specifically, the facility failed to ensure that residents treated wi...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • 24% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 24 points below Massachusetts's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • 22 deficiencies on record, including 2 serious (caused harm) violations. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • $10,517 in fines. Above average for Massachusetts. Some compliance problems on record.
About This Facility
What is Copley At Stoughton Nursing's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Massachusetts, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Copley At Stoughton Nursing Staffed?
CMS rates COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 24%, compared to the Massachusetts average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Copley At Stoughton Nursing?
State health inspectors documented 22 deficiencies at COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER during 2022 to 2024. These included: 2 that caused actual resident harm, 18 with potential for harm, and 2 minor or isolated issues. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Copley At Stoughton Nursing?
COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 123 certified beds and approximately 103 residents (about 84% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in STOUGHTON, Massachusetts.
How Does Copley At Stoughton Nursing Compare to Other Massachusetts Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts, COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (24%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Copley At Stoughton Nursing?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Copley At Stoughton Nursing Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Copley At Stoughton Nursing Stick Around?
Staff at COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 24%, the facility is 21 percentage points below the Massachusetts average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly. Registered Nurse turnover is also low at 26%, meaning experienced RNs are available to handle complex medical needs.
Was Copley At Stoughton Nursing Ever Fined?
COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER has been fined $10,517 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Massachusetts average of $33,184. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Copley At Stoughton Nursing on Any Federal Watch List?
COPLEY AT STOUGHTON NURSING CARE CENTER is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.