Considerably only one of its kind, The Boston home is the prime nursing home for seniors with progressive neurological disorders; they have been recognized as the ‘Center for Excellence in Long-Term Care’ by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The Boston Home prides itself in being one of the inspirations in the lives of its residents which have extended to the seniors’ families.
The Boston Home has a list of exclusive programs and services that have make them special; naming a few of these include B.Fit! which is a health and wellness program to keep residents active; The Wheelchair Enhancement Program that focuses on the cost-effective solution to wheelchair users; their rehabilitation program that offers therapies, VitalStim neuromuscular electrical stimulation for swallowing, and an augmentative and alternative communication device assessments.
Compare Nursing Homes around Boston (Metro Area)
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
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Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
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Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
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Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
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This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
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CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
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CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
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CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
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CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
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Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
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Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
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Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
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Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
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Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
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Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
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Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
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Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
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Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
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The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
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What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Massachusetts average is: 66.2% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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| The Boston Home Inc | NH RC SNF | Dorchester Center | 96
Facility
96
MA AVG
94
Rank
#108 / 276 |
97.0%
Facility
97.0%
MA AVG
80.2%
Rank
#2 / 79 | +21% | 5.33
Facility
5.33
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#7 / 83 | -18% | +36% | $0
Facility
$0
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#1 / 86 | 8
Facility
8
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#7 / 85 | 8.0
Facility
8.0
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#56 / 85 | - | 93 | - |
76
Facility
76
MA AVG
53
Rank
#145 / 490 | Christine Reilly | $15.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$15.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$15.2M
Rank
#35 / 82 | $14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#11 / 82 | 92.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
92.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#4 / 82 | 225434 | ||||
| The Bostonian Skilled Nursing & Rehab | NH HOS RC SNF | Dorchester | 121
Facility
121
MA AVG
94
Rank
#62 / 276 |
90.6%
Facility
90.6%
MA AVG
80.2%
Rank
#28 / 79 | +13% | 3.96
Facility
3.96
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#31 / 83 | -18% | +1% | $8.6k
Facility
$8.6k
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#50 / 86 | 21
Facility
21
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#28 / 85 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#30 / 85 | 1 | 110 | - |
71
Facility
71
MA AVG
53
Rank
#164 / 490 | Bostonian Foundation Inc | $13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$15.2M
Rank
#49 / 82 | $7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#52 / 82 | 56.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
56.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#54 / 82 | 225436 | ||||
| Hebrew SeniorLife | NH AL CCRC( HC HOS IL MC PC SNF | Boston (Roslindale) | 50
Facility
50
MA AVG
94
Rank
#232 / 276 |
60.2%
Facility
60.2%
MA AVG
80.2%
Rank
#72 / 79 | -25% | 4.76
Facility
4.76
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#10 / 83 | +18% | +21% | $0
Facility
$0
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#1 / 86 | 11
Facility
11
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#9 / 85 | 3.7
Facility
3.7
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#13 / 85 | - | 30 | - |
38
Facility
38
MA AVG
53
Rank
#321 / 490 | - | - | - | - | 225759 | ||||
| St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | NH HOS MC SNF | Dorchester | 123
Facility
123
MA AVG
94
Rank
#55 / 276 |
31.7%
Facility
31.7%
MA AVG
80.2%
Rank
#78 / 79 | -60% | 3.40
Facility
3.40
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#66 / 83 | +40% | -13% | $82.6k
Facility
$82.6k
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#76 / 86 | 50
Facility
50
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#74 / 85 | 8.3
Facility
8.3
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#57 / 85 | 6 | 39 | - |
83
Facility
83
MA AVG
53
Rank
#102 / 490 | Landmark Health Solutions, LLC | $15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$15.2M
Rank
#36 / 82 | $9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#33 / 82 | 63.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
63.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#33 / 82 | 225493 | ||||
| Sherrill House | NH HOS MC PC SNF | Boston (Jamaica Hills) | 196
Facility
196
MA AVG
94
Rank
#9 / 276 |
82.9%
Facility
82.9%
MA AVG
80.2%
Rank
#44 / 79 | +3% | 3.62
Facility
3.62
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#53 / 83 | +88% | -8% | $0
Facility
$0
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#1 / 86 | 27
Facility
27
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#39 / 85 | 3.9
Facility
3.9
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#15 / 85 | - | 163 | - |
78
Facility
78
MA AVG
53
Rank
#132 / 490 | Joao Santos | $24.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$24.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$15.2M
Rank
#6 / 82 | $20.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$20.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#4 / 82 | 81.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
81.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#9 / 82 | 225201 | ||||
| Parkway Health & Rehabilitation Center | NH HOS RC SNF | West Roxbury | 141
Facility
141
MA AVG
94
Rank
#37 / 276 |
89.1%
Facility
89.1%
MA AVG
80.2%
Rank
#35 / 79 | +11% | 3.49
Facility
3.49
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#63 / 83 | +4% | -11% | $187.2k
Facility
$187.2k
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#84 / 86 | 94
Facility
94
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#85 / 85 | 8.6
Facility
8.6
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#61 / 85 | 5 | 126 | - |
54
Facility
54
MA AVG
53
Rank
#236 / 490 | Saeed Pourali | $10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$15.2M
Rank
#59 / 82 | $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#54 / 82 | 65.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
65.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#27 / 82 | 225497 | ||||
| Edgar P. Benjamin Healthcare Center | NH PC RC SNF | Boston (Mission Hill) | 205
Facility
205
MA AVG
94
Rank
#7 / 276 |
39.1%
Facility
39.1%
MA AVG
80.2%
Rank
#76 / 79 | -51% | 3.76
Facility
3.76
MA AVG
3.93
Rank
#42 / 83 | +36% | -4% | $95.0k
Facility
$95.0k
MA AVG
$76.6k
Rank
#77 / 86 | 32
Facility
32
MA AVG
32.7
Rank
#52 / 85 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
MA AVG
7.2
Rank
#30 / 85 | 2 | 80 | - |
82
Facility
82
MA AVG
53
Rank
#107 / 490 | Tony Francis | $9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$15.2M
Rank
#69 / 82 | $8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#47 / 82 | 89.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
89.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#6 / 82 | 225654 | ||||
| Marian Manor Nursing Home | - | NH | Boston (South Boston) | 248
Facility
248
MA AVG
94
Rank
#4 / 276 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
96
Facility
96
MA AVG
53
Rank
#11 / 490 | Kahoney Anderson | $17.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$17.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$15.2M
Rank
#26 / 82 | $9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#37 / 82 | 54.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
54.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG
66.2%
Rank
#56 / 82 | 225415 |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 11 analyzed for Boston.
Just a few minutes away from Boston, The Bostonian Nursing Care and Rehabilitation in Dorherster is a community focused on creating an efficient rehabilitative approach to skilled nursing and rehab in order while enhancing their quality of life. They have a team of well-trained care staff who deliver a multidisciplinary approach to nursing when providing tailored care– ensuring to deliver service with compassion, kindness, and professionalism. The Bostonian is guaranteed to create connections and provide engaging experiences among members of the community while maintaining a balance of independence and extra comprehensive assistance.
The Bostonian offers a range of services such as short-term and sub-acute care, skilled nursing, rehabilitative services, and long-term care. They boast their exclusive BaneCare Day program that creates engaging social activities such as fitness exercises, religious services, theater and movie outings, visits to local shops, and full-service hair dressing– all included to stimulate and enrich the wellness of its residents.
Hebrew SeniorLife offers nursing home, assisted living, home care, hospice care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Boston’s Roslindale neighborhood. With 50 beds, the community may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering.
Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Nursing home and skilled nursing care have licensed nurses on site around the clock. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort, while home care brings assistance to a person’s home. Respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
Short term rehabilitation provides a temporary, recovery focused stay after illness or injury. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 39 minutes per resident per day, including 1 hour and 59 minutes of licensed nurse staffing from registered nurses and licensed practical nurses. The Wolk Center for Memory Health supports memory related care, and expressive art therapies give residents structured creative activities.
Rehabilitation services are available, and transportation can help residents who need a ride. Pets are allowed. A Walk Score of 38 out of 100 is classified as car dependent, meaning most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for routine outings.
Housed at 321 Centre St in Dorchester’s heart, just half a mile from the neighborhood center, St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center operates as a 123-bed skilled nursing facility under Landmark Health Solutions, LLC. The community holds Joint Commission accreditation and centers on short-term Medicare-covered rehabilitation for post-acute patients.
Between 2022 and early 2025, the facility documented 50 citations; averaging 10.8 annually, more than triple Massachusetts’ typical rate of 3.5 per year.
The February 2025 inspection cataloged 13 deficiencies across multiple care domains: staff failed to maintain resident dignity during meals, medication carts sat unlocked and unattended, prescribed physician orders went unimplemented, call bells malfunctioned, and infection control protocols broke down.
Two substantiated complaint investigations uncovered serious medication errors. In July 2024, overmedication with Eliquis required a resident to be hospitalized for blood transfusions. In February 2023, a resident went nine days without anticonvulsant medication, triggering seizures that led to emergency transfer.
The citation landscape includes six serious-level violations alongside 44 moderate deficiencies, with no critical citations recorded.
The facility incurred $138,000 in federal fines since 2024; nearly double the state average.
Staffing runs 3 hours 54 minutes of nursing care per resident daily, slightly below the 4-hour-18-minute state benchmark. The facility employs 145 staff: 26 nurses, 19 licensed practical nurses, and 60 aides.
Physical therapy stands as a distinct strength at 8 minutes per resident per day, twice the state average. Post-acute rehabilitation outcomes are strong. Short-stay residents returning successfully to home or community reached 65.8%, exceeding the state average by 30%. Self-care ability at discharge sits at 62.3%, 16% above state norms.
Current occupancy of 31.7% ranks 90th among 92 Massachusetts nursing homes and runs 61% below state average, a steep decline from 92.6% occupancy in 2022. The 2023 operating loss reached $2.0 million, with a negative profit margin of 9.4%. The facility sits in a highly walkable Dorchester location accessible by foot to nearby services and hospitals.
The inspection record reveals persistent operational vulnerabilities, and the facility faces acute financial and occupancy pressure, positioning it for residents who can tolerate uncertainty.
Sherrill House is a not-for-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation center that provides graceful living for short-term or long-term residents. This skilled nursing haven also provides services for memory care. Residents of all backgrounds receive supportive assistance for everyday living with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery. Sherrill House boasts its world-class clinical excellence that improves the quality of life for all seniors.
Sherrill House offers an advanced level of recovery found in their short-term and long-term services that care for stroke recovery, communication disorders, and orthopedic care, tube feeding, palliative and hospice care, pain management, and heart surgery care. They exclusively offer their Return To Home™ occupational therapy program that offers fully-equipped technology that makes the recovery period faster.
The Parkway Health and Rehabilitation Center approaches its service with the understanding that its residents need a sense of healing– both on the physical and emotional level. The staff ensures residents are inspired to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. Families of Parkway Health and Rehabilitation Center can surely rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in good hands.
Parkway is a comprehensive and flexible nursing home that focuses on skilled nursing, wound care, memory care, hospice care, and long-term and short-term care. The residents are surely enthralled because of the warm and welcoming environment the community strives to maintain. From dining experience to outdoor walking, or relaxing reading books– Parkway aims to satisfy the body, spirit, and mind of its residents.
Edgar P. Benjamin Healthcare Center offers an inviting community with fine hospitality. The nursing home promotes social activities, education programs, spiritual and religious activities, and arts and crafts to its residents to cultivate their mental and physical abilities. Skilled nursing and rehabilitation for residents each get personalized care that focuses on their specific and unique needs.
A personal touch approach is the key feature of the nursing home’s service. Management ensures that services are delivered with compassion and kindness, so that residents can feel comfortable and secure in the community. A few of their essential amenities and services that help with residential lifestyle include medication management, and geriatric care are offered; their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority.
Marian Manor is a non-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Boston. The nursing home offers a top-notch level of service that is sponsored by the Carmelite Sister for the Aged and the Infirm. Management ensures that the mental, physical, and emotional needs of their residents are met and satisfied; they provide a personalized care program that is focused on the specific needs of each unique individual. Marian Manor is where opportunities happen, and where residents know and feel that they belong.
Located in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, Edelweiss Village is an assisted living community that offers a full continuum of care, including nursing home, adult day care, assisted living, memory care, and respite services. Opened in 2006, the community has a 58-bed capacity, with a selection of traditional suites, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences.
Physical therapy, podiatry, audiology, and hospice support are provided on-site, complemented by restaurant-style dining, a 24/7 café bar, a salon, wellness programs, and dedicated spaces for exercise and life enrichment.
The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 72, allowing most daily errands to be completed on foot and offering convenient access for residents and visiting families.
North End Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is a premier skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Boston, Massachusetts. With a commitment to providing exceptional care, they offer a comprehensive range of services including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and specialized programs tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident.
Their dedicated team of healthcare professionals ensures a personalized approach, focusing on restoring independence and improving quality of life. With a state-of-the-art facility, advanced therapies, and a warm, compassionate environment, North End Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their highest level of health and well-being.
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
Boston Nursing Home Facilities Overview
- Avg payroll costs: $6,965,030.67 (Massachusetts avg: $5,802,981.04)
- Avg home costs: $8,817,079.33 (Massachusetts avg: $7,240,563.50)
- Avg occupancy: 51.88% (Massachusetts avg: 79.28%)
- Avg bed count: 171 (Massachusetts avg: 116)
- Avg home revenue: $17,914,734.00 (Massachusetts avg: $15,619,979.43)
Community-level financial and occupancy data
- MARIAN MANOR INC: 32.46% occupancy, 248 beds, $26,650,392.00 home revenue, $8,593,993.00 payroll costs, $11,008,458.00 home costs.
- EDGAR P. BENJAMIN HEALTHCARE CENTER: 34.39% occupancy, 164 beds, $8,790,885.00 home revenue, $6,419,352.00 payroll costs, $3,455,605.00 home costs.
- NEB OPERATOR: 88.80% occupancy, 100 beds, $18,302,925.00 home revenue, $5,881,747.00 payroll costs, $11,987,175.00 home costs.
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| Metric | Boston | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Avg payroll costs | $6,965,030.67 | $5,802,981.04 |
| Avg home costs | $8,817,079.33 | $7,240,563.50 |
| Avg occupancy | 51.88% | 79.28% |
| Avg bed count | 171 | 116 |
| Avg home revenue | $17,914,734.00 | $15,619,979.43 |
| Community | Occupancy | Beds | Home Revenue | Payroll Costs | Home Costs | Medicare | Medicaid | Private Pay |
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| MARIAN MANOR INC | 32.46% | 248 | $26,650,392.00 | $8,593,993.00 | $11,008,458.00 | 7.62% | 43.02% | 49.36% |
| EDGAR P. BENJAMIN HEALTHCARE CENTER | 34.39% | 164 | $8,790,885.00 | $6,419,352.00 | $3,455,605.00 | 4.23% | 60.26% | 35.51% |
| NEB OPERATOR | 88.80% | 100 | $18,302,925.00 | $5,881,747.00 | $11,987,175.00 | 34.91% | 39.10% | 25.99% |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Boston, MA
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Massachusetts?
Assisted living in Massachusetts is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Massachusetts Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Massachusetts Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 11 nursing homes in Boston, MA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Boston, MA?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Boston, MA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Boston, MA?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
