
Ellen Rice Rest Home
Assisted Living in Springfield
Ellen Rice Rest Home
Assisted Living in Springfield
With a remarkable legacy spanning 60 years, the esteemed Ellen Rice Rest Home has been an unwavering pillar of the Springfield community. Their dedicated staff possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise, delivering unparalleled services such as meticulous medication management and administration. The home is graced by the presence of certified nutritionists and registered nurses, equipped to conduct comprehensive assessments and provide attentive care tailored to individual needs.
The home embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds with open arms. Their team is a tapestry of multilingual professionals, representing a rich tapestry of cultures including Puerto Rican, Indian, and European descent, and fluent in languages such as Spanish and more. In line with their commitment to excellence, Ellen Rice Rest Home operates under the revered license of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. This esteemed accreditation serves as a testament to their unwavering dedication to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety in providing compassionate care to those who call this cherished establishment their home.
Michael Joseph serves as the Administrator at Ellen Rice Rest Home in Springfield, MA. He oversees the community's operations, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for residents. Michael is committed to maintaining high standards of care and fostering a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Walk Score: 60 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Level 4 Care
Admission CriteriaPhysician's Order to Admit required for Level 4 Care.
Meals
Laundry
Activities
Access To Appointments
Multicultural Environment
Supportive Transportation
Specific ProgramsMedication Management and Administration, Meals Developed with Certified Nutritionist, Laundry and Cleaning, Fluent Native Spanish-Speaking Staff and Residents, Registered Nurse Assessments and Oversight of Care, Hygiene, Infection Control, PPE, Vaccines for Flu and Covid-19, Covid-19 Precautions, Screening, Testing and Reporting, Medication, Vaccine, and Diagnoses Education
Operating Hours24/7
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Ellen Rice Rest Home is located in Springfield, Massachusetts.
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1.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Springfield's city center to Ellen Rice Rest Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.29 miles to nearest hospital (Mercy Medical Center)
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Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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