Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Nursing Home · Salem, MA
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Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Nursing Home · Salem, MA
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Boasting a reputation for excellent rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a renowned senior care provider in Stoneham, MA. Residents here are provided with an excellent care team that offers a wide array of services, including round the clock supervision, physical, occupational and speech therapies. Comfortable accommodations and state-of-the-art technology is available to ensure residents have access to the tools they need to recover or maintain their overall well-being.

Residents feel right at home and comfortable as they recover with various amenities, such as a cozy lounge, pub, gazebo, and salon offered. An array of stimulating activities are available as well to help residents stay active, engaged, and stimulated. Here, residents are guaranteed to maintain the lifestyle they want with all the conveniences they need to live with comfort and ease.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 6.5% Below MA avg. ▼ 6.5% Below MA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
At MA avg. At MA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 41.7% Below MA avg. ▼ 41.7% Below MA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 21.6% Above MA avg. ▲ 21.6% Above MA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Massachusetts state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 65th out of 89 homes in Massachusetts. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 38m per day
Rank #65 / 89Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 65th out of 89 homes in Massachusetts. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Massachusetts average, with a ranking across 89 Massachusetts SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Massachusetts avg (4h 18m per day)
vs Massachusetts avg
-15%

2 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +75% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 30m per day ▼ 23% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 1h 2m per day ▲ 7% State avg: 58m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 21m per day ▲ 4% State avg: 2h 16m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 42m per day ▲ 7% State avg: 3h 27m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 7m per day ▲ 75% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 22m per day ▼ 21% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Types of Care at Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Nursing Home

Capacity and availability

This home usually has limited availability

Higher occupancy than the Massachusetts average: 82%
Occupancy rate
89.4% Rank #91 / 92Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 91st out of 92 homes in Massachusetts. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Massachusetts average, with its Statewide rank out of 92. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
90 days
Years in operation
43 years in operation Rank #10 / 180Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 180 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #313 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 313th out of 499 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Massachusetts SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Awards

AwardsBest Nursing Homes in America by U.S. News and World Report for each of the last five years.

License Details

AccreditationsCARF-accredited

Type Of Units

Low Income Rooms Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility. No

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Stephen Buckley, Administrator

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Additional Services

2 services
Subacute Care
Short-Term Rehabilitation

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spacious Private And Semi-Private Suites
Fine Dining
Scenic Courtyards
Cozy Pub And Lounge
On-Site Chapel
On-Site Beauty And Barber Shop
Pet-Friendly Environment
Stimulating Recreation Activities
Specific ProgramsSubacute Rehab, Orthopedic Rehab, Cardiac Recovery, Pulmonary Care, Stroke Recovery
Religious ServicesYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionQuality dining is a hallmark of Bear Hill, focusing on providing well-prepared meals in an attractive atmosphere.

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Inspection History

In Massachusetts, the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) are the agencies authorized to inspect and report on facility safety.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 32 citations

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Massachusetts state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Massachusetts state average
Overall vs. MA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Massachusetts average:
• Total citations (129% above)
• Citations per year (129% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection December 19, 2024 Routine

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMA Averagevs. MA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3214 This facility has 129% more total citations than a typical Massachusetts nursing home (32 vs. MA avg 14).↑ 129% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2022. 83.5 This facility has 129% more citations per year than a typical Massachusetts nursing home (8 vs. MA avg 3.5).↑ 129% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on December 19, 2024, found deficiencies related to care planning, assistance with activities of daily living, respiratory care, and documentation accuracy. Earlier inspections also identified multiple deficiencies involving resident care, medication management, infection control, and safety, with recurring issues in care planning and respiratory care. Inspectors cited failures to develop adequate care plans, provide proper assistance with daily activities, and maintain accurate clinical records. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports, and no complaint investigations were noted. The pattern of deficiencies suggests ongoing challenges, with similar types of issues persisting over time.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2022
Total health inspections 3

Massachusetts average 4.5


Last Health inspection on Dec 2024

Total health citations
34 Rank #59 / 89Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 59th out of 89 homes in Massachusetts. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Massachusetts State average, with a ranking across all 89 MA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Massachusetts average 32.7

Citations per inspection
11.33 Rank #82 / 89Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 82nd out of 89 homes in Massachusetts. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Massachusetts mean across 89 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Massachusetts average 7.24


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 34 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 0.3


Serious health citations
2
33% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.5

0 critical citations Massachusetts average: 0.3

2 serious citations Massachusetts average: 1.5

30 moderate citations Massachusetts average: 29.7

2 minor citations Massachusetts average: 1.3
Citations history (last 4 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Dec 19, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Dec 19, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Dec 19, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Dec 19, 2024
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 223
Employees 179
Contractors 44
Staff to resident ratio 1.48:1
11% worse than Massachusetts average
Massachusetts average ratio: 1.66:1 Massachusetts average ratio: 1.66:1See full Massachusetts ranking
Avg staff/day 81
Average shift 8.5 hours
8% better than Massachusetts average
Massachusetts average: 7.9 hours Massachusetts average shift: 7.9 hoursSee full Massachusetts ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 63,350

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 31
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 51
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 98
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

4%

2,521 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 19 Licensed Practical Nurse: 18 Certified Nursing Assistant: 7

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant9179833,30992100%8.7
Licensed Practical Nurse33185113,93092100%9.1
Registered Nurse1219314,71892100%8.7
Other Dietary Services Staff100102,02192100%7.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician7071,6078896%7.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist3031,4176773%7.5
Physical Therapy Assistant5059368896%5.6
Speech Language Pathologist5059047784%6.9
RN Director of Nursing2028556267%7.8
Mental Health Service Worker2028506470%7.5
Qualified Social Worker4046896773%6.9
Physical Therapy Aide2026627177%6.8
Administrator1015286672%8
Nurse Practitioner1015286672%8
Dietitian1013965762%6.9
98 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
51 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
31 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
10 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 96%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 73%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 96%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 84%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 67%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 70%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 73%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 77%
1 Administrator
% of Days 72%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 72%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 62%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2023

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $16K Rank #54 / 90Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 90 homes in Massachusetts. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Massachusetts average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 90 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
78% lower than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: $72K

Number of fines 1
42% fewer fines than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $16K
Massachusetts average $72K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Dec 14, 2023 · $16K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Dec 14, 2023
$16K

Last updated: Jan 2026

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 6.1
41% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 10.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 14.1
29% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 20.0

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Massachusetts avg: 3.6 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 8.1%
57% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 18.7%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 11.5%
40% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 19.3%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 22.8%
In line with Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 22.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.6%
83% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.9%
28% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 4.7%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.9%
58% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 2.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.1%
21% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 5.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 27.7%
159% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 10.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.9%
16% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 20.3%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.4%
8% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 91.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.3%
5% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 94.8%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.03
9% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.86

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.00
35% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.54

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Massachusetts avg: 3.2 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.0%
20% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 76.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.8%
34% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.1%
18% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 77.7%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 29.8%
16% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 25.8%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 6.9%
42% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 11.8%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 68.7%
28% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 57.9%
14% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

62% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 24 days

Private pay

27% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 151
Medicare
24
15.9% of residents
Medicaid
65
43% of residents
Private pay or other
62
41.1% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$25.2M
Operating loss
-$250.7K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$25.2M Rank #28 / 92Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 92 homes in Massachusetts. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Massachusetts SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating loss
-$250.7K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #36 / 92Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 36th out of 92 homes in Massachusetts. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Massachusetts average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$11.3M
44.7% of revenue Rank #68 / 92Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 92 homes in Massachusetts. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Massachusetts average. Well-run Massachusetts SNFs typically land around 54–65% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$14.2M
Total costs $25.5M

What does this home offer?

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Total Residents: 169 Residents

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Building Type: 2-story

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Stoneham's city center to Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

Age 60+
General Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month individual, varies by region
Asset Limits $2,000 individual, excludes home, car
MA

Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Homemaker services Respite care (up to 14 days/year) Adult day care (~$75/day)

Frail Elder Waiver

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MA

Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$75/day) Home health services

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
MA

Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite (240 hours/year) Adult

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MA

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MA

27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; copays vary by income ~$24,980-$75,000/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MA

Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Benefits
Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug) Fills coverage gaps Catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MA

High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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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.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

What neighborhood is Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in?

Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is in the Stoneham neighborhood of Stoneham.

Is Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in a walkable area?

Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?

Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is located at 11 North St, Stoneham, MA 02180, United States.

What is the phone number of Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?

(781) 438-8515 will put you in contact with the team at Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Is Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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