Best Nursing Homes in Massachusetts

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May 2026

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61 homes in Massachusetts

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

Government Data for Nursing Homes in Massachusetts: Salaries, Revenues, Occupancy Rates, Ownership.

Other senior care options in Massachusetts:

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

54 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 #44 / 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	-	112	-	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)	44 Facility 44 MA AVG 93 Rank #267 / 280	63.3% Facility 63.3% MA AVG 82% Rank #76 / 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	-	32	-	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	90 Facility 90 MA AVG 93 Rank #137 / 280	80.9% Facility 80.9% MA AVG 82% Rank #55 / 92	-1%	3.42 Facility 3.42 MA AVG 3.93 Rank #77 / 89				+26%	-13%	$0 Facility $0 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	-	64	-	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 #64 / 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	-	29	C	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)	155 Facility 155 MA AVG 93 Rank #31 / 280	74.2% Facility 74.2% MA AVG 82% Rank #65 / 92	-9%	3.73 Facility 3.73 MA AVG 3.93 Rank #55 / 89				-51%	-5%	$0 Facility $0 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	1	125	-	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)	156 Facility 156 MA AVG 93 Rank #40 / 280	-	-	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	1	19	A+	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 #86 / 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	133 Facility 133 MA AVG 93 Rank #59 / 280	86.8% Facility 86.8% MA AVG 82% Rank #42 / 92	+6%	3.82 Facility 3.82 MA AVG 3.93 Rank #48 / 89				-51%	-3%	$0 Facility $0 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	2	110	-	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 #45 / 92	+4%	3.66 Facility 3.66 MA AVG 3.93 Rank #55 / 89				-13%	-7%	$16.2k Facility $16.2k 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	3	78	-	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 #90 / 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	2	36	A+	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%	$0 Facility $0 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	-	117	-	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 #27 / 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	5	74	A+	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 #43 / 92	+5%	4.24 Facility 4.24 MA AVG 3.93 Rank #23 / 89				-38%	+8%	$161.9k Facility $161.9k 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	-	104	-	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 #68 / 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	8	93	-	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
St Patrick’s Manor		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). HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. 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.	Framingham	333 Facility 333 MA AVG 93 Rank #2 / 280	71.9% Facility 71.9% MA AVG 82% Rank #68 / 92	-12%	3.79 Facility 3.79 MA AVG 3.93 Rank #48 / 89				0%	-4%	$33.2k Facility $33.2k MA AVG $76.6k Rank #68 / 90	29 Facility 29 MA AVG 32.7 Rank #50 / 89	4.1 Facility 4.1 MA AVG 7.2 Rank #20 / 89	4	273	-	16 Facility 16 MA AVG 53 Rank #439 / 499	David Hines	$53.7M Facility $53.7M MA AVG $17.4M Rank #3 / 92	$23.9M Facility $23.9M MA AVG $6.5M Rank #2 / 92	44.6% Facility 44.6% MA AVG 43.6% Rank #69 / 92	225430

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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

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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

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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 61 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.

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