Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Sherrill House
Sherrill House is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts
Sherrill House is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts
Sherrill House
Sherrill House is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts
Sherrill House is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts
Sherrill House is a not-for-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation center that provides graceful living for short-term or long-term residents. This skilled nursing haven also provides services for memory care. Residents of all backgrounds receive supportive assistance for everyday living with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery. Sherrill House boasts its world-class clinical excellence that improves the quality of life for all seniors.
Sherrill House offers an advanced level of recovery found in their short-term and long-term services that care for stroke recovery, communication disorders, and orthopedic care, tube feeding, palliative and hospice care, pain management, and heart surgery care. They exclusively offer their Return To Home™ occupational therapy program that offers fully-equipped technology that makes the recovery period faster.
Quality ratings
Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
196
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
85.3%
Residents per day (avg)
160
Occupancy rate
85.3%
Residents per day (avg)
160
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
55% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Private pay
43% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$27.3M
Deficit of revenue
-$2.3M
Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$27,318,173.00
Deficit of revenue
$-2,302,403.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$15.6M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$14.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$29.6M
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.Compare Nursing Homes around Boston
Sherrill House
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Boston
196
No
78
SANTOS, JOAO
85.3%
$22,881,892.00
$15,568,226.00
68%
160.30
3/5
3.9438
2/5
4/5
5/5
-
Edgar P. Benjamin Healthcare Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Boston
205
No
82
FRANCIS, TONY
34.4%
$8,790,885.00
$6,419,352.00
73%
82.20
1/5
3.4531
1/5
2/5
4/5
1
Parkway Health & Rehabilitation Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
West Roxbury
141
No
54
POURALI, SAEED
80.4%
$12,373,984.00
$5,572,297.00
45%
128.60
1/5
3.2013
1/5
2/5
2/5
4
Marian Manor Nursing Home
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Boston
248
No
96
ANDERSON, KAHONEY
32.5%
$26,650,392.00
$8,593,993.00
32.2%
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
North End Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
-
-
No
100
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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135 S Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02130
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
256
Total Staff
193
Employees
63
Contractors
80,557
Total Hours (Quarter)
105
Avg Staff/Day
8.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 45 | 9.4 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 31 | 8.9 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 105 | 9 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
183 staff
9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
49 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
5.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
10 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
6hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
2.4%
of total hours from contractors
1,948 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 23
Licensed Practical Nurse: 14
Registered Nurse: 24
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 82 | 23 | 105 | 35,480 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Physical Therapist | 33 | 0 | 33 | 11,713 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 21 | 24 | 45 | 9,421 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 14 | 31 | 9,360 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,972 | 90 | 99% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,276 | 82 | 90% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,067 | 77 | 85% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,416 | 71 | 78% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,087 | 65 | 71% | 6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,029 | 63 | 69% | 8.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 929 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 806 | 77 | 85% | 5.6 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 558 | 74 | 81% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 378 | 46 | 51% | 8.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 304 | 38 | 42% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 150 | 37 | 41% | 4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 64 | 14 | 15% | 4.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 37 | 6 | 7% | 6.1 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Oct 2022 – Jun 2025)
7
Inspections
27
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
3.86
Citations/Inspection
Jun 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Resident Rights
5
19% of total
Quality of Life & Care
5
19% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
3
11% of total
Pharmacy Services
2
7% of total
Infection Control
1
4% of total
Environmental
1
4% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
20
Complaint Investigations
7
State Comparison (MA)
Avg Citations (State)
32.7
This Facility: 27
Avg Critical (State)
0.3
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0655 | Corrected |
| Apr 07, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0655 | Corrected |
| Apr 07, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Apr 07, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0552 | Corrected |
| Mar 11, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Jan 23, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Jan 23, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0610 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Nutrition | F0804 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | E | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0698 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | E | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0554 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0561 | Corrected |
| Jan 25, 2024 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Jan 25, 2024 | E | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Jan 25, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0693 | Corrected |
| Jan 25, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Oct 27, 2022 | E | Environmental | F0921 | Corrected |
| Oct 27, 2022 | D | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Oct 27, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Oct 27, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Oct 27, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0552 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
170
Total Residents
Medicare
32
(18.8%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
121
(71.2%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
17
(10%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
46
Total Specialty Beds
23.5%
of Bed Capacity
45
Alzheimer's / Dementia Beds ⓘ
23%
1
Other Specialized Rehab Beds ⓘ
0.5%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
5.9
Score
42% better than avg
Massachusetts avg: 10.2
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
12.6
Score
37% better than avg
Massachusetts avg: 20.0
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
10.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
3.0%
Urinary Tract Infection
3.2%
Depressive Symptoms
0.4%
Falls with Major Injury
1.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
98.4%
Antipsychotic Use
10.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
11.6%
Influenza Vaccine
97.9%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
2.9%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
16.0%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
88.0%
15% better than avg
Massachusetts: 76.7%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.4%
73% better than avg
Massachusetts: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
82.1%
6% better than avg
Massachusetts: 77.7%
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Home Care Program
MassHealth Home Care
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Requires clinical eligibility determination.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite (240 hours/year), adult
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care
Official government program page
- 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 Specifics: 27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training, supplies (~$500/year).
Prescription Advantage
Massachusetts Prescription Advantage
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.
- Services: Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug), fills coverage gaps, catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Massachusetts SCSEP
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- MA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$15/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand statewide.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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MassHealth Home Care
Home Care Program
Requirements:
General:Age 60+, 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 Specifics:Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/day), homemaker services, respite care (up to 14 days/year), adult day care (~$75/day).
Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver
Frail Elder Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Requires clinical eligibility determination.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$75/day), home health services.
Massachusetts Senior Care Options
Senior Care Options (SCO)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite (240 hours/year), adult
Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training, supplies (~$500/year).
Massachusetts Prescription Advantage
Prescription Advantage
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug), fills coverage gaps, catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered).
Massachusetts SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- MA Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$15/hour), job placement.
Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:High veteran demand statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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