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Page 10 of Best Nursing Homes in Massachusetts

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 103 nursing homes in MA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in MA
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

Compare Nursing Homes around Massachusetts

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 Leonard Florence Center
NH
ADC
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Chelsea (Admirals Hill)
100
Facility 100
MA AVG 94
Rank #94 / 276
97.5%
Facility 97.5%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #2 / 81
+25%
4.76
Facility 4.76
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #10 / 86
0%+21%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #16 / 86
4.3
Facility 4.3
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #20 / 86
-98-
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 53
Rank #63 / 498
Adam Ernst
$20.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #26 / 89
$14.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #16 / 89
69.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 69.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #27 / 89
225775
The Commons in Lincoln
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Lincoln
32
Facility 32
MA AVG 94
Rank #268 / 276
89.7%
Facility 89.7%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #29 / 81
+15%
6.52
Facility 6.52
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #3 / 86
+11%+66%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
7
Facility 7
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #5 / 86
3.5
Facility 3.5
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #11 / 86
-29C-
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 53
Rank #485 / 498
New England Life Plan Communities Corp
$4.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility $4.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #87 / 89
$12.2M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility $12.2M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #26 / 89
258.6%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility 258.6%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #1 / 89
225782
The Boston Home Inc
NH
RC
SNF
Dorchester Center (Dorchester)
96
Facility 96
MA AVG 94
Rank #108 / 276
97.0%
Facility 97.0%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #3 / 81
+24%
5.17
Facility 5.17
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #7 / 86
-18%+32%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
8
Facility 8
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #7 / 86
8.0
Facility 8.0
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #57 / 86
-93-
76
Facility 76
MA AVG 53
Rank #146 / 498
Christine Reilly
$15.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #34 / 89
$14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #11 / 89
92.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 92.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #11 / 89
225434
South Cove Manor at Quincy Point Rehabilitation Center
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Quincy (Quincy Point)
141
Facility 141
MA AVG 94
Rank #37 / 276
96.5%
Facility 96.5%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #4 / 81
+23%
3.77
Facility 3.77
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #44 / 86
+44%-4%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #47 / 86
10.0
Facility 10.0
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #73 / 86
-136-
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 53
Rank #119 / 498
Marianne Bowler
$18.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #52 / 89
$11.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #24 / 89
64.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 64.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #10 / 89
225514
Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center in Brighton
NH
SNF
Allston (Brighton)
123
Facility 123
MA AVG 94
Rank #55 / 276
75.9%
Facility 75.9%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #53 / 81
-3%
8.86
Facility 8.86
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #1 / 86
+105%+125%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
7
Facility 7
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #5 / 86
2.3
Facility 2.3
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #4 / 86
193-
91
Facility 91
MA AVG 53
Rank #39 / 498
Mass General Brigham Incorporated
$32.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $32.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #4 / 89
$22.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $22.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #4 / 89
69.3%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 69.3%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #67 / 89
225014
The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran
NH
AL
MC
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Worcester (Central Business District)
150
Facility 150
MA AVG 94
Rank #29 / 276
68.0%
Facility 68.0%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #64 / 81
-13%
4.28
Facility 4.28
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #18 / 86
-19%+9%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #9 / 86
5.5
Facility 5.5
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #36 / 86
1102-
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 53
Rank #63 / 498
Frederic Jenoure
$16.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $16.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #29 / 89
$10.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #44 / 89
62.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 62.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #65 / 89
225379
Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
RC
SNF
Worcester (Indian Lake East)
113
Facility 113
MA AVG 94
Rank #74 / 276
89.8%
Facility 89.8%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #28 / 81
+15%
3.97
Facility 3.97
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #34 / 86
-44%+1%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
10
Facility 10
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #8 / 86
3.3
Facility 3.3
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #9 / 86
2102-
59
Facility 59
MA AVG 53
Rank #220 / 498
Nicholas Apostola
$12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #54 / 89
$9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #46 / 89
75%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 75%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #26 / 89
225648
The Jewish Healthcare Center
NH
AL
HC
HOS
SNF
Worcester (West Tatnuck)
141
Facility 141
MA AVG 94
Rank #37 / 276
93.5%
Facility 93.5%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #15 / 81
+19%
4.47
Facility 4.47
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #13 / 86
-31%+14%
$10.5k
Facility $10.5k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #57 / 87
23
Facility 23
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #34 / 86
4.6
Facility 4.6
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #24 / 86
3132-
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 53
Rank #455 / 498
Jay Aframe
$19.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $19.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #30 / 89
$17.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #7 / 89
91.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 91.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #7 / 89
225173
Hebrew SeniorLife
NH
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
PC
SNF
Boston (Roslindale)
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 94
Rank #232 / 276
63.2%
Facility 63.2%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #71 / 81
-19%
4.65
Facility 4.65
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #12 / 86
+18%+18%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #9 / 86
3.7
Facility 3.7
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #13 / 86
-32-
38
Facility 38
MA AVG 53
Rank #324 / 498
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Life Care Center of West Bridgewater
NH
SNF
West Bridgewater
150
Facility 150
MA AVG 94
Rank #29 / 276
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #23 / 81
+17%
3.82
Facility 3.82
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #44 / 86
-18%-3%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
15
Facility 15
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #19 / 86
3.8
Facility 3.8
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #14 / 86
-138-
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 53
Rank #386 / 498
Alan Richman
$22.5MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $22.5MFiscal year ending 03/2024
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #11 / 89
$14.0MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $14.0MFiscal year ending 03/2024
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #18 / 89
62.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 62.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #58 / 89
225704
Lasell Village
NH
SNF
Newton (Auburndale)
44
Facility 44
MA AVG 94
Rank #245 / 276
72.7%
Facility 72.7%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #59 / 81
-7%
6.86
Facility 6.86
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #2 / 86
+25%+74%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
6
Facility 6
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #4 / 86
3.0
Facility 3.0
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #6 / 86
-32-
52
Facility 52
MA AVG 53
Rank #250 / 498
Alessandro Vianello
$4.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #14 / 89
$9.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #45 / 89
199.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 199.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #87 / 89
225755
Bethany Health Care Center
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Framingham
169
Facility 169
MA AVG 94
Rank #14 / 276
47.2%
Facility 47.2%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #75 / 81
-40%
6.03
Facility 6.03
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #4 / 86
+45%+53%
$9.3k
Facility $9.3k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #54 / 87
4
Facility 4
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #2 / 86
1.3
Facility 1.3
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #1 / 86
280-
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 53
Rank #259 / 498
Marian Batho
$12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #57 / 89
$11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #19 / 89
86.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 86.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #2 / 89
225535
Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center for Living
NH
MC
SNF
Peabody
180
Facility 180
MA AVG 94
Rank #11 / 276
78.2%
Facility 78.2%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #49 / 81
0%
4.11
Facility 4.11
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #27 / 86
-34%+5%
$10.2k
Facility $10.2k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #56 / 87
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #39 / 86
8.3
Facility 8.3
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #58 / 86
1141-
34
Facility 34
MA AVG 53
Rank #339 / 498
Jewish Rehabilitation Center For Aged Of The North Shore Inc
$24.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $24.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #23 / 89
$15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #9 / 89
64.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 64.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #20 / 89
225472
CareOne at Peabody
NH
RC
SNF
Peabody
150
Facility 150
MA AVG 94
Rank #29 / 276
89.7%
Facility 89.7%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #29 / 81
+15%
3.18
Facility 3.18
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #79 / 86
-53%-19%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #47 / 86
7.5
Facility 7.5
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #54 / 86
1135-
67
Facility 67
MA AVG 53
Rank #185 / 498
-
$18.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #13 / 89
$11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #27 / 89
61.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #82 / 89
225323
Our Lady’s Haven Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitative Care
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Fairhaven
117
Facility 117
MA AVG 94
Rank #68 / 276
65.2%
Facility 65.2%
MA AVG 78.3
Rank #69 / 81
-17%
4.07
Facility 4.07
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #27 / 86
+7%+3%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 87
35
Facility 35
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #57 / 86
8.8
Facility 8.8
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #64 / 86
-76-
67
Facility 67
MA AVG 53
Rank #185 / 498
Diana Henry
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #67 / 89
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #72 / 89
60.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 60.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #34 / 89
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Overview of Benchmark Senior Living

Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings is a comprehensive senior living community in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, a brief drive from Worcester. It operates a full care continuum: nursing home services, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care options under one roof. Operating for 27 years, the home brings experience in senior care to Worcester.

With modern aesthetics throughout, the campus features a visually striking open-concept design. Residents enjoy beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor patios that provide peaceful, calming spaces for relaxation and reflection. The car-dependent setting has a Walk Score of 11, so most errands and outings require transportation, though the community supplies transportation services for residents’ convenience. Dining is a daily life highlight. The kitchen prepares seasonal menus from scratch, and the facility offers diverse dining options tailored to individual dietary needs, ensuring residents can eat meals according to their preferences and requirements. The pet-friendly community lets residents keep their companions close. Meanwhile, the roster of amenities and services is substantial. Residents can access a resident art gallery and an on-site hair salon. The facility handles housekeeping and laundry services, so occupants don’t need to manage such tasks. An active calendar of local events gives residents opportunities to engage with their community. Grounds keeping is maintained by the community, creating a well-kept, pleasant environment. Leadership here includes Sandy Leach. The community offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans to suit different needs and preferences.

For families exploring choices, touring the facility lets you see the open-concept spaces, tour a sample floor plan, learn about the full range of services, and discuss care options, pricing, and availability.

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Overview of Medford Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Medford Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a nursing home in Medford, MA, offering long-term care, sub-acute care, and rehabilitation. Promoting a nurturing and supportive environment, the community ensures older adults have a comfortable stay. Exceptional services, including gourmet meals, laundry, housekeeping, and 24-hour care, are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Along with a well-trained team, personalized care plans are also provided for residents’ recovery and rehabilitation.

Creative activities, live entertainment, and fun gatherings provide residents with more opportunities to explore hobbies and have fun. Outdoor seating areas, a spacious dining room, and top-notch rehabilitation equipment also ensure residents’ relaxation and wellness. Set in the tree-lined neighborhood of Medford, near bus stops and the Mystic River, the community guarantees a convenient and laid-back retirement. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in Massachusetts, especially with high standards of care.

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Overview of Royal Falmouth Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Royal Falmouth Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Falmouth, MA, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community’s supportive and welcoming environment ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. With 24/7 care, well-balanced meals, and recreational activities, residents live independently. Understanding residents’ unique needs and habits, the community provides personalized care plans for their recovery.

Light exercises, fun gatherings, and various games help residents maintain their physical well-being and encourage them to have fun. Residents also have various spaces for relaxation with a spacious lawn and cozy patios. Located near Davis Straits, Morse Pond, restaurants, and shops, the community guarantees a convenient lifestyle. This nursing home continuously provides the best possible care for older adults’ welfare, making it one of the best options for senior living in Massachusetts.

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Overview of Orchard Cove

Orchard Cove, conveniently situated in Canton, MA, is an award-winning senior living community that offers excellent independent living and assisted living services. The community features spacious and convenient accommodations, with thoughtfully designed floor plans, ensuring ease and peace of mind. The well-trained and dedicated team is committed to delivering round-the-clock care and support with compassion and respect.

The community offers a fulfilling lifestyle, where comfort and convenience blend seamlessly with its above-and-beyond amenities and services. Indulge in a variety of delectable and healthy meals prepared by a talented culinary team, catering to individual’s dietary needs. Here, residents can pursue their passions, forge relationships, and enjoy new adventures with a wide array of enriching activities and programs carefully crafted and coordinated by a professional team. At Orchard Cove, life is celebrated with joy, comfort, and excellence.

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Overview of Chestnut Woods Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

Chestnut Woods Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a nursing home in Saugus, MA, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community also ensures older adults feel at home in a warm and welcoming environment. With dietitian-approved meals, housekeeping, laundry, and concierge services, residents can maintain their independence with ease. Residents also receive the best possible care for their recovery and wellness through individualized care plans.

Holiday celebrations, live entertainment, and local trips encourage residents to live actively and have fun. A library, lounges, and a courtyard also ensure residents can rest and freely interact with their surroundings. Located in the quiet residential area of Saugus, near public transportation, fast-food chains, and recreation sites, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is one of the best options for senior living in Massachusetts, especially with its dedication to helping older adults thrive in retirement.

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Overview of The Briarwood Community

The Briarwood Community is a multi-level senior living community at 65 Briarwood Circle in the peaceful woods area of Worcester, Massachusetts. It offers an array of living options to suit different needs and preferences: independent cottages, independent apartments, and assisted apartments across its independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs.

The home highlights fostering close-knit, supportive connections among occupants. A standout feature is the cutting-edge wellness center, which has an updated pool, sauna, and various fitness classes tailored to keep residents active and engaged. The dining program offers quality meals served in a comfortable setting that promotes social interaction. The Briarwood Community offers activities tailored to different lifestyles, ensuring there’s always something for occupants to enjoy, whether they prefer socializing, staying active, or pursuing hobbies and personal interests. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 9, indicating it’s car-dependent. Most errands and outings then require a vehicle.

Residents and families can contact the community directly for more information or to arrange a tour.

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Overview of Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living

Enjoy your best years at Blaire House of Milford, a distinguished community in Milford, MA, offering assisted living, adult day health program, long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and home care. A compassionate and highly skilled team provides the highest quality of care tailored to residents’ unique needs around the clock. Beautifully furnished and cozy studio and one-bedroom floor plans are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delicious and well-balanced meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services and an emergency response system are also provided for convenience and safety. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its exceptional services.

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Overview of Edgewood Lifecare Community

Experience senior living at its finest with Edgewood Lifecare Community, conveniently situated in North Andover, MA. This exceptional senior living community offers a comprehensive range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, and direct admission services. Here, residents can choose from well-appointed and cozy accommodations including apartments and cottages based on their preferences. Having a well-trained and compassionate team, the community ensures the utmost care and support for its residents every step of the way.

A highlight of this one-of-a-kind community is a wide array of top-quality amenities and services including delectable and healthy chef-prepared meals, fitness and wellness programs, transportation services, and more. Participate in a robust calendar of meaningful programs and recreational activities to boost engagement and well-being. With Edgewood, seniors are guaranteed an empowering and worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Southgate at Shrewsbury – Hampton Suites

Southgate at Shrewsbury – Hampton Suites is a 70-bed assisted living community located at 30 Julio Drive in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. Serving older adults in Worcester County, the facility operates as the assisted living component of the Southgate at Shrewsbury retirement campus, providing residents access to a broader continuum of care.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the Department of Public Health oversee the regulation of this facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the current source data, and the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Records indicate that no civil money penalties or payment denials have been imposed by CMS within the past three years.

Staffing levels, specific amenity details, and dining descriptions are not reported in the available source data, so families should request this information during a tour. Monthly pricing, occupancy levels, and payment options are also not publicly listed in the current records.

Families seeking assisted living within a larger-scale retirement campus may find this environment appropriate. Families evaluating Southgate at Shrewsbury – Hampton Suites should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, and the full regulatory history directly with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs before making a placement decision.

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Linda Manor Assisted Living

345 Hadenvill Road, Leeds, Ma 01053, Leeds, MA 01053
Overview of Linda Manor Assisted Living

Linda Manor Assisted Living is an 85-bed senior living community located at 345 Hadenville Road in Leeds, Massachusetts. Serving older adults in Hampshire County near Northampton, the facility offers a continuum of care, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services on a single campus.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the Department of Public Health oversee the regulation of this facility. No specific inspection history or penalty data is reported in the current source records. The community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Families should request the most recent survey results directly from the facility to ensure a complete regulatory overview.

The community provides 24-hour staffing supported by personal emergency response systems. Confirmed service categories include transportation, utilities, maintenance, and health and wellness programming. Residents receive daily living support and three meals plus snacks daily, which are included in the cost of care. Specific details regarding staffing ratios, a full list of on-site amenities, and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data.

Situated in Leeds, the facility suits families seeking multiple levels of care within a single residential setting. Families evaluating Linda Manor Assisted Living should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, and the full regulatory history directly with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs before making a placement decision.

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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.

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  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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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
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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
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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
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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
05

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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Massachusetts

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 103 nursing homes in Massachusetts. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Massachusetts?

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 Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts?

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.