All citations for Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center

State inspectors check nursing homes that take Medicare or Medicaid against federal rules, usually about once a year, and also look into complaints. Each rule a home did not meet is a citation.

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Last standard health inspection on record

March 3, 2026

Showing 1 to 25 of 50 citations

Harm to a resident
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level G.
Health citation F-0686, Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 29, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Health citation F-0812, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of February 22, 2024. Found during a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (March 8, 2024).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Health citation F-0804, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 6, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Health citation F-0812, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 29, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Health citation F-0835, Administration Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 29, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Health citation F-0851, Administration Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 29, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Health citation F-0880, Infection Control Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 29, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Health citation F-0921, Environmental Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 29, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have policies on smoking.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Health citation F-0926, Environmental Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 29, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Emergency preparedness citation E-0006, Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 27, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
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.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0222, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 27, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0271, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 27, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0291, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 27, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0311, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 6, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0324, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 27, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0345, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 6, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0353, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 6, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0355, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 27, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0511, Services Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 27, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0712, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 27, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0741, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 6, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0914, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 6, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0918, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 27, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.
Fire safety citation K-0923, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of September 28, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (November 27, 2023).
No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm
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.
Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.
Health citation F-0584, Resident Rights Deficiencies. Inspection of February 22, 2024. Found during a complaint inspection.
The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (March 8, 2024).

Source: CMS Provider Information, Fire Safety Deficiencies, Health Deficiencies, Citation Code Look-up, data as of September 30, 2026. Inspection results describe the home at the time of each inspection.