Map showing the location of CAPE HERITAGE REHABILITATION & HEALTH CARE CENTER in SANDWICH, Massachusetts
37 ROUTE 6A, SANDWICH, MA, 02563

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
2/5Below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • MassachusettsAbove only 22% of peers338 rated homes · average 3.0★
  • Barnstable CountyAbove only 29% of peers15 rated homes · average 2.5★
  • United StatesAbove only 20% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point2★−0.9 vs MA avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star3★+0.1 vs MA avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star3★−0.3 vs MA avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles2★Above only 18% of peersMA avg2.9★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover3★Above only 39% of peersMA avg2.9★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments3★Above only 27% of peersMA avg3.3★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.19hrsAbove only 8% of peersMA avg3.86Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.66hrsAbove 62% of peersMA avg0.65Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better35%Above 63% of peersMA avg39%RN turnover40%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$0Above 54% of peersMA avg$39,993Fines · denials0 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
56citations
4inspection dates
3actual harm (G–I)
0immediate jeopardy (J–L)
May 21, 2025most recent

Citations by monthOct 2022 – May 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

May 21, 20256 citationsCycle 1worst F · no actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jun 13, 2025
  2. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Jul 1, 2025
  3. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Jul 1, 2025
  4. F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Jun 13, 2025
  5. F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.EnvironmentalF · widespreadCorrected Jul 1, 2025
  6. F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EnvironmentalF · widespreadCorrected Jun 13, 2025
Apr 10, 20248 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected May 22, 2024
  2. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 22, 2024
  3. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected May 22, 2024
  4. F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected May 22, 2024
  5. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected May 22, 2024
  6. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 22, 2024
  7. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected May 22, 2024
  8. F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EnvironmentalB · patternCorrected May 22, 2024
Nov 16, 20231 citationCycle 3worst F · no actual harm
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Dec 20, 2023
Oct 5, 202241 citationsCycle 3worst G · actual harm
  1. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 30, 2022
  2. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Dec 30, 2022
  3. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Dec 30, 2022
  4. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  5. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  6. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  7. F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Dec 30, 2022
  8. F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  9. F694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Dec 30, 2022
  10. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  11. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesG · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  12. F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  13. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  14. F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Dec 30, 2022
  15. F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  16. F802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  17. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  18. F806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  19. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 30, 2022
  20. F865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  21. F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  22. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Dec 30, 2022
  23. F885Report COVID19 data to residents and families.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  24. F886Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Dec 30, 2022
  25. F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Dec 20, 2022
  26. F888Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  27. F919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.EnvironmentalE · patternCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  28. Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  29. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  30. Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  31. F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  32. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  33. F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  34. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Dec 30, 2022
  35. F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  36. F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  37. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  38. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  39. F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  40. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
  41. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Dec 30, 2022

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.19hrsAbove only 8% of peers−0.67 vs MA avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.66hrsAbove 62% of peers+0.01 vs MA avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.67hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours1.86hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays2.76hrs
  • Massachusetts average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better35%Above 63% of peersMA avg 39%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only40%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year1Leadership changed
  • Occupancy123 certified beds · ~108 residents a day88%Above 61% of peersMA avg 81%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $0In fines
  • 0Fines
  • 0Payment denials
  • $39,993MA avg in fines
Above 54% of peersFewer fines than 54% of rated homes in Massachusetts

Actions on record

No fines or payment denialsNothing on record in the current reporting window. Massachusetts facilities average 0.9 penalties.

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Athena Healthcare Systems27 facilities in the chain1.6★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Athena Health Care Systems Ma R LLC
Indirect owners (5%+)
  • Valerie Chakalos-Santilli
  • Diane Curtis
  • Michael Mosier
  • Lorrie Rezendes
  • Lawrence Santilli
Operational or managerial control
  • Athena Health Care Associates, INC.
Corporate officers
  • Lawrence Santilli
Managing employees
  • Michael Mosier

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 225337 · 37 ROUTE 6A, SANDWICH, MA, 02563.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Massachusetts and Barnstable County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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