New ownership is coming to a well-known nursing care facility in central Massachusetts. In November 2020, a Northbridge property that serves as the site for St. Camillus Health Center was acquired by a Wellesley-based investor for close to $6 million. The investor also bought St. Camillus for an undisclosed sum.
Located at 447 Hill Street in Northbridge, St. Camillus is now under the management of limited liability corporation Bluepoint Management II. According to a message posted on St. Camillus’s website, management is not planning changes to bed capacity or services at this time.
Offering rehabilitation and long-term nursing care to seniors in Blackstone Valley for nearly 60 years, St. Camillus prides itself on providing personalized and compassionate service that prioritizes the well-being of people under its care. Staff members are assigned to care for the same group of residents each shift, ensuring continuity of care. Also determined to cultivate a positive and empowering culture at the facility, St. Camillus encourages its residents to be in control of their own waking and eating schedules. The staff also engages residents in planning activities and events for the day, adding to their sense of control.
In addition to its residential facility, St. Camillus offers a range of daytime care services at its Adult Day Health Center (ADHC). Designed for elders who desire regular support and interaction, but wish to continue living in their own homes, the ADHC is housed in Whitinsville’s historic Linwood Mill and overlooks the Mumford River.
Managed by a volunteer board of directors, the non-profit day center has a strong focus on quality of services. The daily schedule at the center includes meaningful activity and programming for participants, as well as attention to individual medical needs. Activities include strength training led by a fitness coordinator and other personalized offerings, such as the Music & Memory program.
A non-profit organization, Music & Memory helps enrich life and stimulate memory with digital music technology. Based on neuroscience research, Music & Memory uses specific songs and artists to comfort and stimulate the memories of seniors struggling with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other cognitive or physical challenges. St. Camillus was able to achieve certification to use the Music & Memory program through a generous donation from ERA Key Realty Services in Northbridge. The program is free for participants, but there is a need for the community to donate gently used iPods, iTunes gift cards, and monetary donations to help fund the program and increase its reach.
In addition to enrichment activities, participants are served breakfast, lunch, and a snack. Trained staff also assist day center participants with daily living activities, including showering. Licensed nurses also are on staff to administer medication and help manage chronic disease. If a resident requires physical, occupational, or speech therapy, these services are available on site at ADHC.
Participants in the day program must meet certain criteria, and eligibility is determined through a free home visit by ADHC’s director. St. Camillus accepts a variety of payment options, including Medicaid, state-funded payments, and self-pay. For more information on the full range of nursing, rehabilitation, and adult day services offered, visit StCamillus.com.
