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Page 7 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 Life Care Center of Merrimack Valley

Peacefully surrounded by lush trees in Boston Road, North Billerica, MA, Life Care Center of Merrimack Valley is an outstanding community that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Here, residents keep peace of mind with the community’s comprehensive care services tailored to their unique needs and preferences. With a compassionate and highly trained team available 24/7, residents receive the highest quality of care and assistance, ensuring their comfort and safety.

Residents are also encouraged to enjoy a variety of recreational activities and social events to keep them active and socially engaged. The community also offers fall prevention, wound care, medication management, post-surgical care, and therapy services, to meet residents’ ever-changing needs. Mealtimes also foster comfort and meet dietary needs, with delightful and nutritious meals. Make the most out of your best years surrounded by the community’s state-of-the-art amenities and cozy spaces.

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Overview of Leominster Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Leominster Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a nursing home in Leominster, MA, offering long-term care, palliative care, respite care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. With a cozy and home-like setting, the community ensures older adults are treated well. Residents also experience a worry-free lifestyle with 24-hour care, beauty and barber services, and recreational activities. Through personalized care plans, residents receive the best possible care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Light exercises, social gatherings, and various enrichment activities ensure residents can live actively and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also move around safely and rest in the garden and spacious lounges. Located near shops, churches, a school, and recreation sites in Leominster, the community ensures accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it a good option for senior living in Massachusetts.

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Overview of Adviniacare Salem

Adviniacare Salem is a nursing home in Salem, MA, that offers long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment ensures older adults can live comfortably. With round-the-clock nursing care, nutritious meals, and a wide range of care options, residents receive exceptional care to recover and return to their routines. Prioritizing residents’ holistic wellness, individualized care plans are also developed.

Card games, lectures, and trips encourage residents to explore interests and make friends. Accessible common areas, a library, and a cinema are among the well-maintained amenities dedicated to residents’ relaxation and wellness. Restaurants, shops, recreation sites, and public transportation are also available in the area, providing residents with quick access to necessities and leisure. Committed to helping older adults thrive in retirement, this nursing home is a great choice for senior living in Massachusetts.

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Overview of St Patrick’s Manor

St. Patrick’s Manor is a non-profit nursing home in Framingham, MA, offering long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, respite care, and hospice care. The community’s home-like and supportive environment ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. With 24/7 care, well-balanced meals, and recreational activities, residents experience maintenance-free living. Individualized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences, ensuring they can recover and return to their routines with ease.

Arts and crafts, cooking, and exercises help residents live actively and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also rest and move around comfortably in the spacious outdoors and thoughtfully furnished amenities. Nestled in the tree-lined residential area of Framingham, near restaurants and local amenities, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Massachusetts, this nursing home ensures older adults can live to their potential in retirement.

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Overview of CareOne at Newton

CareOne at Newton is an award-winning nursing home in Newton, MA, that offers long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community continuously promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment. A maintenance-free lifestyle is also guaranteed with 24-hour care, healthy meals, and comprehensive therapies. Through a person-centered approach to care, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Light exercises, social gatherings, and games provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and have fun. With spacious common areas and top-notch amenities, residents can rest and move around safely. Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Charles River Reservation, and Cochituate Aqueduct Trail are also located nearby, providing quick access to necessities and leisure. This nursing home is one of the trusted choices for senior living in Massachusetts, especially with its commitment to older adults’ well-being.

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Overview of The Rehabilitation & Nursing Center at Everett

The Rehabilitation & Nursing Center at Everett is a nursing home in Everett, MA, offering long-term care, post-acute care, and rehabilitation. With a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. Residents can also focus on their recovery with excellent services, including gourmet meals, housekeeping, laundry, and 24-hour support. Customized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Music therapy, poem readings, and live entertainment ensure residents stay happy and encourage them to make friends. With spacious gathering areas and top-notch rehabilitation equipment, residents have more spaces for relaxation. Located in the peaceful residential area of Everett, near bus stops, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is one of the best choices for senior living in Massachusetts, as it has high-quality services.

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Overview of RegalCare at Quincy

RegalCare at Quincy, a 62-bed facility in Quincy, Massachusetts, is a warm and welcoming community of healthcare professionals. Whether it’s hospice care, respite care, or other specialized services, RegalCare at Quincy ensures that seniors receive compassionate attention and support. Their unwavering dedication lies in providing a range of care options that are tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. With a commitment to excellence, this facility strives to enhance the quality of life for its residents, treating them with the dignity and respect they deserve. 

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Overview of Brigham Health and Rehabilitation Center

Brigham Health and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Newburyport, MA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community’s compassionate and welcoming environment ensures older adults have a comfortable stay. With 24-hour support, nutritious meals, and comprehensive therapies, residents experience a worry-free lifestyle. To meet residents’ unique needs and preferences, individualized care plans are also provided for their recovery and rehabilitation.

Fitness programs, social gatherings, and a variety of recreational opportunities encourage residents to live happily. Spacious rooms and lively gathering areas also ensure residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated near restaurants, a marketplace, and shops in the quiet residential area of Newburyport, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home ensures older adults can thrive in retirement, making it one of the best options for senior living in Massachusetts.

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Overview of Andover Forest Post Acute Care Center

Andover Forest Post Acute Care Center in North Andover, MA, is a nursing home that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community’s compassionate and supportive environment ensures older adults are well-cared for. With 24-hour care, housekeeping, and home-cooked meals, residents receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably. Through personalized care plans, the community strives to get to know residents’ needs and habits to help them recover and return to their routines.

Fun gatherings, exercises, and games encourage residents to explore interests and gain meaningful experiences. Top-notch rehabilitation equipment and thoughtfully curated amenities also ensure residents can rest and move around safely. Located near Farnums Mill Pond in the tree-lined neighborhood of North Andover, the community ensures residents have a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is committed to helping older adults live to their potential, making it an ideal choice for senior living in Massachusetts.

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Overview of Sancta Maria

At Sancta Maria, a nonprofit organization, the well-being of their residents is at the forefront of their mission. They are dedicated to providing an exceptional and holistic approach to senior care that truly encompasses compassion at its core. This nursing facility stands out with its all-encompassing rehabilitation and short-term services, boasting a 24-hour skilled nursing staff that is highly regarded as a preferred provider for personalized long-term care.

With an array of on-site services, including dialysis, Sancta Maria caters to a wide spectrum of needs, all while being deeply rooted in the Catholic faith tradition. However, their open arms extend to people of all faiths, reflecting an inclusive and welcoming environment. With an impressive track record spanning 75 years, their commitment to providing top-notch services is unwavering. The comprehensive range of services, including intensive care, positions Sancta Maria as a dependable and trusted choice for families seeking high-quality care for their loved ones.

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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 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.