Gloucester HealthCare

Gloucester HealthCare sits at 272 Washington St in Gloucester, Massachusetts, and has been a part of the community for some time, run by Gloucester Healthcare, a part of Next Step Healthcare LLC, but things have been tough lately, as labor shortages from the COVID-19 pandemic and low occupancy have caused real challenges, leading to ongoing talks with the landlord and a planned closure around December 30. This skilled nursing facility holds 99 beds but only had 41 residents in late September, providing nursing and personal care mainly to seniors who need long-term or complex support, though details about special care programs, amenities, or housing setups aren't listed anywhere in the most recent information. Staff speak English, and the facility's main focus is on skilled nursing, rehabilitation therapies, outpatient clinic care, and all sorts of services like primary care, women's health, pediatric care, behavioral support, chronic disease management, counseling, preventative health screenings, and some nutrition help. Gloucester HealthCare has built a reputation for putting patients and families first and sticks to quality rules and staff training with its involvement in things like the Massachusetts Healthcare Safety and Quality Consortium, the Fight the Flu campaign, and other initiatives tackling issues such as falls, end-of-life care, and reducing unneeded antipsychotic medicine. The facility's also connected to the Mass Senior Care network and has taken steps to support staff wages and educate people through newsletters, policy work, and safety programs. There's some information that mentions available parking, but nobody's saying much about outdoor features, pet policies, or building layouts these days, so options for recreation and comfort extras aren't clear. With a long background in healthcare and an emphasis on both community health and regulatory compliance, Gloucester HealthCare has aimed to help seniors with wellness planning and transitional support, but with the scheduled closure at the end of the year, current and future residents will have new plans to consider.