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Overview of Life Care Center of Acton

Beautifully set in the tree-lined neighborhood of Great Road, Acton, MA, Life Care of Acton is an idyllic retreat that offers nursing care and rehabilitation. The community strives to meet residents’ healthcare needs, providing top-tier care and assistance 24/7 while respecting their independence. With purposely designed amenities and welcoming spaces, residents will surely feel at ease.

Fun activities and engaging programs are also conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Fall prevention, medication management, wound care, post-surgical care, and therapy services are also available, ensuring residents find the care they need. Here, residents have delightful and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs, ensuring the finest dining experience. Amenities include a library, fire safety systems, beautifully manicured grounds, and spacious courtyards.

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Overview of Pope Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center

Pope Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Weymouth, MA. Licensed nursing is available on site around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical care, while hospice and palliative care focus on comfort. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs call for skilled nursing or comfort-focused care, or for a family seeking a brief respite stay. The home has 123 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those listed payment routes for covering care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the nursing time counted for each resident across a day.

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Overview of Notre Dame Du Lac

Notre Dame Du Lac maintains a level of faith-based and professional service. The senior living community offers service for assisted living and nursing home care options for residents who are equally given the same amount of dignified and respected service. Notre Dame Du Lac creates an environment where residents continuously still grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that ensures maximizing each and everyone’s quality of life in Christ-like care.

Notre Dame centers of excellence are found in their rehabilitation, long-term care, and skilled nursing care with inclusive amenities and services such as weekly housekeeping, 24-hour care, scheduled outings, recreational and social activities, enriching specialized programs, healthy meals served daily, and fully-furnished apartments.

Price range $6,375 - $7,150/Month Info Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026

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Overview of Casa De Ramana Rehabilitation Center

Casa De Ramana Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Framingham, MA, offering long-term care, memory care, hospice care, rehabilitation, and respite care. With a compassionate and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and recreational activities are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Following a holistic approach to care, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences for their recovery and wellness.

Hobby clubs, games, and arts and crafts ensure residents can explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also rest and freely interact with their surroundings in the spacious and clean common areas. Situated near the Farm Pond, restaurants, shops, and bus stops, the community ensures a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is a trusted choice for senior living in Massachusetts, especially with top-notch amenities and high standards of care.

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Overview of Cambridge Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Cambridge Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Cambridge, MA, provides round-the-clock skilled nursing, general nursing home care, hospice care, and palliative care. Licensed nurses maintain continuous on-site clinical oversight for residents managing chronic health needs or recovering from serious medical conditions. Palliative programs center on symptom management and relief, while hospice services support comfort needs near the end of life.

Accommodating 83 beds, the facility assigns an average of 3 hours and 56 minutes of direct nurse staffing per resident each day. Care plans support post-acute recovery and short-term rehabilitation to help individuals regain functionality after a hospital stay or illness before transitioning home.

Financial options accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment methods. Medicare typically applies toward eligible short-term post-hospital rehabilitation, whereas Medicaid assists residents who qualify for long-term care funding.

Prospective representatives exploring post-acute rehabilitation or long-term nursing care can contact the administrative office to check current bed availability or request a tour.

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Overview of Victoria Haven Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center

Victoria Haven Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing in Norwood, MA, is a family-owned and operated nursing home that offers long-term care, rehabilitation, and hospice care. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults have a comfortable stay. 24-hour nursing care, comprehensive therapies, and counseling services are among the exceptional services dedicated to residents’ welfare. The community also goes above and beyond to provide the best possible care for residents’ recovery and rehabilitation.

Light exercises and social events ensure residents can live actively and maintain their holistic wellness. Spacious living areas and well-maintained amenities are also available, so residents can relax and connect with their surroundings. Residents also have a stress-free retirement, as it is ideally situated in the peaceful residential area of Norwood. This nursing home is a great option for senior living in Massachusetts, especially with its exceptional quality of care.

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Overview of The Commons in Lincoln

Burrowed in the inviting neighborhood of Lincoln, MA, The Commons in Lincoln is an enticing senior living community offering professional care services. This community is accessible to Boston and its restaurants, music, museums and more. Spacious apartments and cottages are available for its residents tailore to their preferences and needs.

With its exceptional amenities and services, residents can enjoy a fine dining and housekeeping and linen services. Rejuvenate your body through its heated indoor pool and spa. Further self-care efforts by going to an on-site salon and barbershop. Meet new people and create enjoyable experiences at the walking trails and paths. Participate in various wellness and other social activities to boost endurance and engagement. With The Commons in Lincoln, seniors are assured of a classic retirement.

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Overview of St Patrick’s Manor

St Patrick’s Manor provides nursing home, assisted living, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Framingham, MA. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom support.

Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation support a temporary stay focused on recovery. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs time away. The continuum of care, together with multiple care services, may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family seeking either temporary support or ongoing care in one community. Pastoral care is also available for residents seeking spiritual support.

St Patrick’s Manor opened in 1953 and has 333 beds, giving it capacity for many residents receiving care at the same time. Private and semiprivate rooms accommodate either one resident or a shared room. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 22 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can help cover eligible short term skilled care, Medicaid may help with qualifying long term care costs, and private pay means a family pays directly for services. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs a choice between temporary rehabilitation or respite care and ongoing nursing, assisted living, memory, hospice, or palliative services.

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Overview of Carleton-Willard Village

Experience the finest things in retirement living with Carleton-Willard Village, a non-profit community in Bedford, MA, dedicated to offering skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, and assisted living. Residents enjoy utmost comfort and safety in their well-appointed accommodations with easy access to cozy common areas and amenities like their hair salon, auditorium, and the Victoria Café. Dedicated to helping residents live their best lives without worries, the community provides them with comprehensive care services, including daily living assistance, therapy services, and more.

Those living with memory conditions will thrive in a safe and secure environment with access to a multi-level activity program designed to give them enriching experiences that nurture their overall well-being. Dining is a cozy and satisfying experience in the community with its flexible dining options and well-prepared meals that suit residents’ individual dietary needs and preferences.

Starting Price $1,092,091/Month Info Pricing updated on May 15th, 2026

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Overview of Royal Megansett Nursing Home

Royal Megansett Nursing Home provides nursing home care, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in North Falmouth, MA. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks, while memory care offers supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering; Skilled nursing provides nursing care on site, and hospice and palliative care address serious illness and comfort needs. Respite care provides a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.

The home has 90 beds with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom housing. A studio offers one private space, while a two-bedroom can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion, and the range of care can support changing needs without requiring a move to another community. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted; total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 34 minutes per resident per day, meaning that amount of nursing staff time is allocated to each resident daily. A Walk Score of 37 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Nursing Homes in Massachusetts at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.0/ 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: 3.1/ 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: 3.0/ 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