Sacred Heart Nursing Home

Sacred Heart Nursing Home, located at 359 Summer Street in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is a skilled nursing facility rooted in a mission of faith, dignity, and compassionate service. Operated by Diocesan Health Facilities, the care ministry of the Diocese of Fall River, Sacred Heart brings a distinctly values-driven philosophy to senior care — one grounded in respect for the whole person, spiritual well-being, and the Catholic tradition of service to the vulnerable. Situated on Summer Street in the 02740 zip code, Sacred Heart is located in the heart of New Bedford's established residential neighborhoods, not far from the historic South End. This central location places residents close to many of the city's most beloved landmarks and community anchors. The New Bedford Whaling Museum and the National Park Visitor Center on Johnny Cake Hill are within a short distance, as is the scenic New Bedford harbor waterfront — an area that recalls the city's storied identity as the whaling capital of the world. The Zeiterion Theatre on Purchase Street, a beautifully restored 1920s cinema and performing arts venue, is also nearby. For medical care, residents benefit from proximity to Southcoast Health's St. Luke's Hospital on Page Street, a full-service acute care hospital just minutes away. This closeness supports timely coordination when residents require hospitalization and ensures that the transition back to skilled nursing care is as smooth as possible. For Catholic families and those who value spiritual care in a senior living setting, Sacred Heart Nursing Home offers an especially meaningful environment. Regular chaplaincy services, access to sacraments, and a culture of prayer and community set this facility apart. New Bedford's own deep Catholic heritage — reflected in the many historic parish churches throughout the city's neighborhoods — aligns naturally with the mission Sacred Heart upholds. Whether your loved one is recovering from a medical event or in need of long-term care, Sacred Heart Nursing Home delivers skilled nursing with genuine heart.