Best Nursing Homes in Middlesex County, MA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 8 nursing homes in Middlesex County, 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: 3.4/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Middlesex County, MA. 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: 3.6/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Middlesex County, MA. 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: 3.1/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Middlesex County, MA. 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 Middlesex County

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 facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Massachusetts average is: 66.2% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
The Leonard Florence Center
NH
ADC
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Chelsea (Admirals Hill)
100
Facility 100
MA AVG 94
Rank #94 / 276
95.7%
Facility 95.7%
MA AVG 80.2
Rank #5 / 79
+19%
4.51
Facility 4.51
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #13 / 83
0%+15%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 86
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #16 / 85
4.3
Facility 4.3
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #20 / 85
-96-
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 53
Rank #63 / 490
Adam Ernst
$20.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $15.2M
Rank #14 / 82
$14.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $9.7M
Rank #13 / 82
69.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 69.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 66.2%
Rank #19 / 82
225775
Carleton-Willard Village
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Bedford
179
Facility 179
MA AVG 94
Rank #12 / 276
--
5.68
Facility 5.68
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #5 / 83
+7%+45%
$25.5k
Facility $25.5k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #67 / 86
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #9 / 85
2.8
Facility 2.8
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #5 / 85
533A+
6
Facility 6
MA AVG 53
Rank #481 / 490
Carleton Willard Homes Inc
$39.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $39.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $15.2M
Rank #1 / 82
$21.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $9.7M
Rank #3 / 82
53.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 66.2%
Rank #59 / 82
225273
CareOne at Concord
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Corner Concord
135
Facility 135
MA AVG 94
Rank #42 / 276
95.8%
Facility 95.8%
MA AVG 80.2
Rank #4 / 79
+19%
3.63
Facility 3.63
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #53 / 83
-77%-8%
$7.9k
Facility $7.9k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #47 / 86
4
Facility 4
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #2 / 85
1.3
Facility 1.3
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #1 / 85
1129-
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 53
Rank #383 / 490
-
$17.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $15.2M
Rank #25 / 82
$10.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $9.7M
Rank #29 / 82
59.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 59.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 66.2%
Rank #49 / 82
225663
Life Care Center of Nashoba Valley
NH
MC
SNF
Littleton
120
Facility 120
MA AVG 94
Rank #63 / 276
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
MA AVG 80.2
Rank #27 / 79
+13%
4.22
Facility 4.22
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #21 / 83
-14%+7%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 86
15
Facility 15
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #19 / 85
5.0
Facility 5.0
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #27 / 85
-109-
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 53
Rank #482 / 490
Shari Laroche
$14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $15.2M
Rank #42 / 82
$10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $9.7M
Rank #32 / 82
70%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 70%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 66.2%
Rank #16 / 82
225569
Life Care Center of Acton
NH
SNF
Acton (East Acton)
155
Facility 155
MA AVG 94
Rank #26 / 276
77.9%
Facility 77.9%
MA AVG 80.2
Rank #53 / 79
-3%
4.20
Facility 4.20
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #21 / 83
-51%+7%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 86
16
Facility 16
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #21 / 85
5.3
Facility 5.3
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #30 / 85
1121-
39
Facility 39
MA AVG 53
Rank #316 / 490
Christopher Foye
$13.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $15.2M
Rank #47 / 82
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $9.7M
Rank #42 / 82
68.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 68.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 66.2%
Rank #22 / 82
225191
Belmont Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
NH
MC
SNF
Belmont (Waverley Square)
156
Facility 156
MA AVG 94
Rank #25 / 276
--
4.77
Facility 4.77
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #10 / 83
+8%+21%
$18.5k
Facility $18.5k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #64 / 86
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #42 / 85
7.0
Facility 7.0
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #50 / 85
119A+
79
Facility 79
MA AVG 53
Rank #122 / 490
Stewart Karger
$21.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $15.2M
Rank #13 / 82
$14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $9.7M
Rank #10 / 82
68.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 68.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 66.2%
Rank #22 / 82
225419
Life Care Center of Merrimack Valley
NH
SNF
North Billerica
124
Facility 124
MA AVG 94
Rank #50 / 276
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
MA AVG 80.2
Rank #31 / 79
+12%
3.75
Facility 3.75
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #50 / 83
-38%-5%
$161.9k
Facility $161.9k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #81 / 86
31
Facility 31
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #50 / 85
7.8
Facility 7.8
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #55 / 85
-112-
40
Facility 40
MA AVG 53
Rank #310 / 490
Karen Babb
$13.9MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $13.9MFiscal year ending 03/2024
MA AVG $15.2M
Rank #44 / 82
$9.3MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $9.3MFiscal year ending 03/2024
MA AVG $9.7M
Rank #40 / 82
66.7%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 66.7%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
MA AVG 66.2%
Rank #25 / 82
225546
Sudbury Pines Extended Care
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Sudbury
92
Facility 92
MA AVG 94
Rank #119 / 276
93.0%
Facility 93.0%
MA AVG 80.2
Rank #17 / 79
+16%
4.52
Facility 4.52
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #13 / 83
-43%+15%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 86
38
Facility 38
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #61 / 85
9.5
Facility 9.5
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #71 / 85
-86-
43
Facility 43
MA AVG 53
Rank #299 / 490
Roberta Henderson
$11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $15.2M
Rank #56 / 82
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $9.7M
Rank #55 / 82
61.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 66.2%
Rank #43 / 82
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 8 analyzed for Middlesex County.

Overview of The Leonard Florence Center

Enjoy a combination of comfort and quality care with The Leonard Florence Center, a compassionate community in Chelsea, MA, offering excellent short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. They cater to an intimate number of residents to guarantee focused and personalized care. In addition to daily living assistance and nursing care, residents here have access to regular in-house physician and nurse visits for added comfort and care. Therapy services and treatment plans are tailor-made to match residents’ unique needs and requirements to ensure they effectively improve their conditions.

Residents also enjoy the comfort of having cozy and spacious accommodations with private baths for their convenience. To ensure residents maintain healthy diets and proper nutrition, they consistently serve them delicious and well-balanced meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities like a salon, library, cafe, spa, and outdoor patios are also available to enhance residents’ comforts and living conditions. At The Leonard Florence Center, residents are well-equipped to thrive against their conditions in a warm and nurturing environment.

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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.

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CareOne at Concord

57 Old Road To Nine Acre Corner, Concord, MA 01742
Overview of CareOne at Concord

Make your dream retirement happen with CareOne at Concord, a warm and welcoming community in Concord, MA, designed for rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care. They help residents avoid rehospitalization by offering them physician-led programs tailored to their unique needs and circumstances. Those living with chronic conditions are guaranteed a high quality of life with complex medical services, such as medication management and health monitoring services available to them.

Individuals living with memory conditions like Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are provided with a range of care and supportive services tailored to improve their cognition and physical functioning. Thoughtful amenities like movie theaters, restaurant-style dining, and daily housekeeping are also available to make residents’ lives more comfortable and pleasing. At CareOne at Concord, they ensure residents are equipped with all the tools and support they need to thrive and live their best lives.

Contact CareOne at Concord

Overview of Life Care Center of Nashoba Valley

Life Care Center of Nashoba Valley is an idyllic retreat nestled in the serene Foster Street, Littleton, MA, that offers nursing care and rehabilitation. Here, residents enjoy the highest quality of care and assistance around the clock, ensuring comfort and convenience. The community also features secured memory care units, ideal for residents with memory-related needs.

Ensuring residents’ well-being, the community conducts a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to their leisure and wellness. Prioritizing residents’ health, diverse dining options are served based on their dietary needs and preferences. The community also hosts a Parkinson’s Support group, ensuring those with the same condition find solace in a supportive environment. Residents also enjoy the community’s beautifully maintained grounds, library, and serene courtyards, creating the perfect setting for a wondrous retirement.

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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.

Contact Life Care Center of Acton

Overview of Belmont Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Belmont Manor is an idyllic community located near recreation sites and convenient local amenities on Agassiz Avenue, Belmont, MA, that offers skilled nursing. The community features a wide range of care options, including podiatry, respite care, short-term rehabilitation, and therapy services, alongside Alzheimer’s special care unit, ensuring residents can find the care they need. As a Medicaid- and Medicare-certified community, the community strives to ease residents’ financial challenges.

Aside from their healthcare needs, the community also conducts fun recreational activities and engaging social events to keep residents active and happy. Accommodating residents’ dietary needs, dietitian-approved meals are served for a delightful dining experience. The community is great for those who need supplementary care to live comfortably in their golden years.

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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.

Contact Life Care Center of Merrimack Valley

Overview of Sudbury Pines Extended Care

Sudbury Pines Extended Care is a family-owned and operated care home in Sudbury, MA, offering a relaxing environment for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. They offer the services of a large skilled nursing community in a serene and intimate environment that caters to residents’ unique needs and preferences. They help residents maximize their abilities by providing them tailored physical, occupational, and speech therapies, alongside a well-equipped gym.

With the help of their dedicated activities and recreational personnel, residents have access to an array of enriching activities and programs that nurture their overall well-being. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served daily with flexible dining options to accommodate residents’ preferences. Here, residents enjoy a combination of comfort, quality care, and enriching experiences in a cozy and supportive environment.

Contact Sudbury Pines Extended Care

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 Middlesex County, MA

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 8 nursing homes in Middlesex County, MA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Middlesex County, MA?

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 Middlesex County, MA, 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 Middlesex County, MA?

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.