Skilled Nursing Care.
St. Joseph’s Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is committed to providing an exceptional level of service to our residents and their families. We offer 24-hour skilled nursing care for those who require long-term care or sub-acute services. As a skilled nursing facility, we are able to provide a wide range of services including: IV therapies, G-tube management and enteral feedings, wound treatments and prevention, post surgical care as well as stroke rehabilitation. Upon admission, each resident receives a comprehensive assessment to determine their individual needs. Our multidisciplinary team which includes Physicians, nurse practitioner, licensed nurses, therapists, social workers and dietitians will then develop a specialized care plan to help that resident regain their optimal level of functioning and health while remaining in our supportive environment.
Respite Care
St. Joseph’s Rehabilitation and Nursing Center also offers a unique short-term solution for many families who provide full-time care for a family member. Our Respite Care program allows caregiver family members to take vacations or take care of matters that require extended time. During their stay, respite guests are made to feel welcomed in our warm and comfortable environment and receive all the services and amenities that our inpatient or long-term care residents enjoy.
Hospice Care Program:
Our Hospice Care Program delivers comprehensive care to people who are nearing the end of their lives and offers support to family members throughout the Boston area. Hospice professionals often say that their focus is on caring for the individual and not curing the disease. The goal of our program is to provide the highest quality of life during whatever time remains in the patient's life. Our services range from pain and symptom management to special therapies as needed depending on your loved one's condition.
Hospice care is provided by physician-directed team of skilled, compassionate healthcare professionals and well trained volunteers who are sensitive to the special needs of our patients. They also provide families with the support they need during their most difficult times. Patients in the Hospice Care Program have access to a wide range of services, care methods and resources including:
- On-call RN 24-hours a day, seven days a week.
- Palliative care to manage pain and control symptoms
- Supportive care for family members and caregivers
- Emotional care to help achieve the highest quality of life
- Spiritual care with visits from Clergy and Pastoral Councilors
- Bereavement counseling for family after the death of a loved one
Tour our facility:
If you have a loved one that is affected by a life-limiting illness, St. Joseph’s Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's hospice care program is renowned for providing exceptional care for residents with terminal illnesses. For more information about our hospice care program, please contact our admissions director, by calling (617) 825-6320. We will be happy to speak with you, answer your questions, and give you a personal tour of our facility.