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Best Nursing Homes in Massachusetts

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 2026
We analyzed 455 homes in Massachusetts

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Massachusetts Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.

24 facilities compared · CMS & MA Dept. of Health data

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Life Care Center of Nashoba Valley
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Littleton
120
Facility 120
MA AVG 93
Rank #59 / 280
85.4%
Facility 85.4%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #45 / 92
+4%
4.16
Facility 4.16
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #23 / 89
-14%+6%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 90
15
Facility 15
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #20 / 89
5.0
Facility 5.0
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #29 / 89
-111-
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 53
Rank #486 / 499
Shari Laroche
$25.7M
Facility $25.7M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #27 / 92
$11.1M
Facility $11.1M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #39 / 92
43.3%
Facility 43.3%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #71 / 92
225569
Lasell Village
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Newton (Auburndale)
38
Facility 38
MA AVG 93
Rank #267 / 280
63.3%
Facility 63.3%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #78 / 92
-23%
6.86
Facility 6.86
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #2 / 89
+25%+74%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 90
6
Facility 6
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #4 / 89
3.0
Facility 3.0
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #7 / 89
-22-
52
Facility 52
MA AVG 53
Rank #250 / 499
Alessandro Vianello
$30.1M
Facility $30.1M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #14 / 92
$10.4M
Facility $10.4M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #44 / 92
34.7%
Facility 34.7%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #90 / 92
225755
Royal Megansett Nursing Home
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

North Falmouth
87
Facility 87
MA AVG 93
Rank #137 / 280
80.9%
Facility 80.9%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #56 / 92
-1%
3.42
Facility 3.42
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #77 / 89
+26%-13%
$3.3k
Facility $3.3k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #30 / 90
23
Facility 23
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #38 / 89
7.7
Facility 7.7
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #60 / 89
-67-
37
Facility 37
MA AVG 53
Rank #328 / 499
-
$11.8M
Facility $11.8M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #76 / 92
$5.7M
Facility $5.7M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #83 / 92
48.1%
Facility 48.1%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #55 / 92
225679
The Commons in Lincoln
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Lincoln
32
Facility 32
MA AVG 93
Rank #272 / 280
74.8%
Facility 74.8%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #65 / 92
-9%
6.52
Facility 6.52
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #3 / 89
+11%+66%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 90
7
Facility 7
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #5 / 89
3.5
Facility 3.5
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #12 / 89
-25F
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 53
Rank #486 / 499
New England Life Plan Communities Corp
$20.1M
Facility $20.1M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #48 / 92
$10.1M
Facility $10.1M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #50 / 92
50.1%
Facility 50.1%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #44 / 92
225782
Life Care Center of Acton
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Acton (East Acton)
143
Facility 143
MA AVG 93
Rank #31 / 280
74.2%
Facility 74.2%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #66 / 92
-9%
3.73
Facility 3.73
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #55 / 89
-51%-5%
$35.4k
Facility $35.4k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #72 / 90
16
Facility 16
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #23 / 89
5.3
Facility 5.3
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #32 / 89
1119-
39
Facility 39
MA AVG 53
Rank #319 / 499
Christopher Foye
$21.6M
Facility $21.6M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #42 / 92
$10.3M
Facility $10.3M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #47 / 92
47.6%
Facility 47.6%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #57 / 92
225191
Belmont Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Belmont (Waverley Square)
135
Facility 135
MA AVG 93
Rank #40 / 280
14.1%
Facility 14.1%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #92 / 92
-83%
4.72
Facility 4.72
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #11 / 89
+8%+20%
$18.5k
Facility $18.5k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #55 / 90
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #48 / 89
7.0
Facility 7.0
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #56 / 89
119A+
79
Facility 79
MA AVG 53
Rank #123 / 499
Stewart Karger
$21.7M
Facility $21.7M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #41 / 92
$14.7M
Facility $14.7M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #12 / 92
67.6%
Facility 67.6%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #7 / 92
225419
The Berkeley Retirement Home and Nursing Center-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Lawrence
44
Facility 44
MA AVG 93
Rank #248 / 280
51.7%
Facility 51.7%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #88 / 92
-37%-----------A+
77
Facility 77
MA AVG 53
Rank #141 / 499
Sherry Verdick
$4.4M
Facility $4.4M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #92 / 92
$2.4M
Facility $2.4M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #92 / 92
54.1%
Facility 54.1%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #29 / 92
225640
Life Care Center of Leominster
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Leominster
120
Facility 120
MA AVG 93
Rank #59 / 280
86.8%
Facility 86.8%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #43 / 92
+6%
3.82
Facility 3.82
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #48 / 89
-51%-3%
$63.1k
Facility $63.1k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #78 / 90
21
Facility 21
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #30 / 89
5.3
Facility 5.3
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #32 / 89
2117-
31
Facility 31
MA AVG 53
Rank #356 / 499
William Reidt
$22.6M
Facility $22.6M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #36 / 92
$11.5M
Facility $11.5M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #30 / 92
51.1%
Facility 51.1%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #39 / 92
225038
Stone Rehabilitation & Senior Living
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Newton (Newton Upper Falls)
82
Facility 82
MA AVG 93
Rank #154 / 280
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #46 / 92
+4%
3.66
Facility 3.66
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #55 / 89
-13%-7%
$29.8k
Facility $29.8k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #67 / 90
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #42 / 89
4.8
Facility 4.8
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #28 / 89
376-
61
Facility 61
MA AVG 53
Rank #212 / 499
Jean Thurston
$11.5M
Facility $11.5M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #78 / 92
$7.3M
Facility $7.3M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #70 / 92
62.9%
Facility 62.9%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #13 / 92
225683
Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Stoneham
169
Facility 169
MA AVG 93
Rank #12 / 280
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #91 / 92
+9%
3.64
Facility 3.64
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #65 / 89
+9%-7%
$16.1k
Facility $16.1k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #54 / 90
34
Facility 34
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #59 / 89
11.3
Facility 11.3
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #82 / 89
236A+
40
Facility 40
MA AVG 53
Rank #313 / 499
Colev Gestetner
$25.2M
Facility $25.2M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #28 / 92
$11.3M
Facility $11.3M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #36 / 92
44.7%
Facility 44.7%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #68 / 92
225272
Lighthouse Nursing Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Revere (Proctor Avenue)
123
Facility 123
MA AVG 93
Rank #51 / 280
98.0%
Facility 98.0%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #1 / 92
+20%
3.55
Facility 3.55
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #69 / 89
+33%-10%
$3.3k
Facility $3.3k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #30 / 90
51
Facility 51
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #80 / 89
17.0
Facility 17.0
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #89 / 89
-114-
68
Facility 68
MA AVG 53
Rank #181 / 499
Richard Henry
$22.5M
Facility $22.5M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #38 / 92
$11.2M
Facility $11.2M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #38 / 92
49.8%
Facility 49.8%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #45 / 92
225297
Park Avenue Health Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Arlington (Park Avenue)
89
Facility 89
MA AVG 93
Rank #133 / 280
91.0%
Facility 91.0%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #28 / 92
+11%
3.68
Facility 3.68
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #55 / 89
+73%-6%
$113.6k
Facility $113.6k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #81 / 90
46
Facility 46
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #76 / 89
6.6
Facility 6.6
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #51 / 89
577A+
40
Facility 40
MA AVG 53
Rank #313 / 499
Park Avenue Snf Operations LLC
$14.8M
Facility $14.8M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #66 / 92
$6.8M
Facility $6.8M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #74 / 92
45.6%
Facility 45.6%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #65 / 92
225584
Life Care Center of Merrimack Valley
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Billerica (North Billerica)
124
Facility 124
MA AVG 93
Rank #49 / 280
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #44 / 92
+5%
4.24
Facility 4.24
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #23 / 89
-38%+8%
$272.3k
Facility $272.3k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #88 / 90
31
Facility 31
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #55 / 89
7.8
Facility 7.8
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #61 / 89
-103-
40
Facility 40
MA AVG 53
Rank #313 / 499
Karen Babb
$22.5M
Facility $22.5M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #37 / 92
$11.4M
Facility $11.4M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #35 / 92
50.5%
Facility 50.5%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #42 / 92
225546
AdviniaCare Country Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Newburyport
111
Facility 111
MA AVG 93
Rank #77 / 280
71.9%
Facility 71.9%
MA AVG 82%
Rank #70 / 92
-12%
3.14
Facility 3.14
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #85 / 89
+46%-20%
$322.1k
Facility $322.1k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #90 / 90
72
Facility 72
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #87 / 89
14.4
Facility 14.4
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #86 / 89
890-
51
Facility 51
MA AVG 53
Rank #254 / 499
Ma Holdco Op LLC
$11.4M
Facility $11.4M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #79 / 92
$7.2M
Facility $7.2M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #71 / 92
63.4%
Facility 63.4%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #12 / 92
225332
Orchard Cove-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Canton
45
Facility 45
MA AVG 93
Rank #246 / 280
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34
Facility 34
MA AVG 53
Rank #339 / 499
#N/A
$22.9M
Facility $22.9M
MA AVG $17.4M
Rank #35 / 92
$10.9M
Facility $10.9M
MA AVG $6.5M
Rank #40 / 92
47.6%
Facility 47.6%
MA AVG 43.6%
Rank #57 / 92
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Overview of Adviniacare Country Center

Tucked away within a serene setting in Newburyport, MA, Adviniacare Country Center is a relaxing senior living community that offers short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care. Residents here enjoy serene and spacious accommodation that allows them to enjoy their rests and personal time in utmost comfort and privacy. An excellent and professional care team is always available to deliver the care services and support residents need whenever they need them.

All-day dining options are available to make sure residents’ cravings and nutritional needs are always satisfied. Fun and engaging recreation activities are also offered for a vibrant living experience that allows residents to thrive and maintain their activity. A wide array of amenities, such as a beautiful patio, common areas, and hair salon are offered to further enhance residents’ stay within the community.

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Overview of Pope Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center

Pope Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, situated in the heart of Weymouth, Massachusetts, stands as a nurturing sanctuary catering to seniors in need of compassionate care. This family-owned center is dedicated to post-surgery rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, prioritizing an atmosphere that mirrors a home environment. At Pope Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, the collective spirit thrives, enriched by the diverse experiences and unique contributions of each individual.
Each resident at Pope Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center is esteemed as an invaluable part of their extended family, fostering an environment where individuality is treasured and respected with utmost dignity and empathy. Accommodation options range from private to semi-private rooms, ensuring residents have the liberty to personalize their living spaces with their cherished belongings. When the sunlight pours in, casting a comforting radiance, residents transform their spaces into personal sanctuaries.

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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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Ranking Methodology

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.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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
02

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
03

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
04

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 27 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.