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 51 to 75 of 126 citations

  1. 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).

  2. 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).

  3. 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).

  4. 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).

  5. 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).

  6. 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).

  7. 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).

  8. 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).

  9. 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).

  10. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0804, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of April 22, 2026. Found during a complaint inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (May 1, 2026).

  11. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0569, Resident Rights Deficiencies. Inspection of March 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (May 1, 2026).

  12. 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 March 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (May 1, 2026).

  13. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0641, Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies. Inspection of March 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (May 1, 2026).

  14. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0225, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of March 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (May 7, 2026).

  15. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Install proper backup exit lighting.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0281, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of March 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (May 7, 2026).

  16. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0311, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of March 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (May 7, 2026).

  17. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0920, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of March 3, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (May 7, 2026).

  18. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0565, Resident Rights Deficiencies. Inspection of February 13, 2025. Found during a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (April 10, 2025).

  19. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Install resident room doors of proper design and width.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0233, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of February 13, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (April 9, 2025).

  20. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have exits that are accessible at all times.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0271, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of February 13, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (April 9, 2025).

  21. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0753, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of February 13, 2025. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (April 9, 2025).

  22. 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 January 8, 2025. Found during a complaint inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 21, 2025).

  23. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0804, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2025. Found during a complaint inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (January 21, 2025).

  24. 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).

  25. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Health citation F-0725, Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies. Inspection of February 22, 2024. Found during a complaint inspection.

    Past non-compliance: already corrected by the time of the inspection (February 7, 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.