Massachusetts average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025

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St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is the premiere nursing community in Boston. The nursing home is proud to be a results-driven rehabilitation center where families and residents are empowered to reach healthcare excellence. Considerably one of the best and most trusted nursing homes in the city, the five-star senior community houses its finest and most luxurious community features as management and staff ensure that everything is designed and catered to the needs of the individual resident. St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is an elegant resort-like community that boasts world-class hospitality.
The award-winning senior living community has taken home a list of accolades, contributing to the quality and dedicated service of the staff. There is an array of amenities and services offered to them– geriatric, rehabilitative care, and a list of engaging programs for residents to take part in.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | MA Average | vs. MA Avg |
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Total citations
| 43 | 14 | This facility has 207% more total citations than a typical Massachusetts nursing home (43 vs. MA avg 14).↑ 207% worse |
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Citations per year
| 10.8 | 3.5 | This facility has 209% more citations per year than a typical Massachusetts nursing home (10.8 vs. MA avg 3.5).↑ 209% worse |
The most recent inspection on February 5, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies related to resident dignity, care planning, medication management, infection control, and food safety. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues with medication reconciliation, care planning, and resident assistance, including substantiated complaints involving medication errors that led to resident harm and hospitalization. Inspectors cited recurring problems with following physician orders, maintaining accurate medical records, and infection prevention practices. Complaint investigations were substantiated in two cases involving medication errors that resulted in serious health consequences for a resident. The facility’s inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with medication management and resident care, with no clear improvement trend.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsMassachusetts average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025
Massachusetts average 32.7
Massachusetts average 7.24
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
44 of 50 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 50 resulted from complaint investigations.
Massachusetts average: 0.3
Massachusetts average: 1.5
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
234 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 0 | 60 | 22,811 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 26 | 0 | 26 | 8,079 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 0 | 19 | 6,933 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,288 | 82 | 89% | 7.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,455 | 70 | 76% | 7.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,348 | 92 | 100% | 6.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 934 | 71 | 77% | 8.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 912 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 2 | 4 | 854 | 63 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 498 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 484 | 61 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 445 | 58 | 63% | 7.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 369 | 47 | 51% | 7.8 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 114 | 20 | 22% | 3.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 53 | 44 | 48% | 1.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 39 | 12 | 13% | 3.3 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 5% | 1.2 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
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)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
79% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
20% of new residents, often for short stays.
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
0.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Dorchester's city center to St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.06 miles to nearest hospital (Beth Israel Deaconess Hospitalu2013Milton)
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St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is located in Dorchester, Massachusetts.
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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
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| St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Dorchester | 123 | 31.7% | -61% | 3.90 | +40% | -1% | $138.3k | 50 | 8.3 | 6 | 39 | 83 | Landmark Health Solutions, LLC | $21.2M | $10.2M | 48.2% | 225493 | ||||
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St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is in the Dorchester neighborhood of Dorchester.
St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Yes — see the floorplan options available at St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on this page.
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(617) 825-6320 will put you in contact with the team at St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
Yes — St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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