Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
The Bostonian Skilled Nursing & Rehab
The Bostonian Skilled Nursing & Rehab is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts
The Bostonian Skilled Nursing… is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts
The Bostonian Skilled Nursing & Rehab
The Bostonian Skilled Nursing & Rehab is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts
The Bostonian Skilled Nursing… is a Nursing Home in Massachusetts
Just a few minutes away from Boston, The Bostonian Nursing Care and Rehabilitation in Dorherster is a community focused on creating an efficient rehabilitative approach to skilled nursing and rehab in order while enhancing their quality of life. They have a team of well-trained care staff who deliver a multidisciplinary approach to nursing when providing tailored care– ensuring to deliver service with compassion, kindness, and professionalism. The Bostonian is guaranteed to create connections and provide engaging experiences among members of the community while maintaining a balance of independence and extra comprehensive assistance.
The Bostonian offers a range of services such as short-term and sub-acute care, skilled nursing, rehabilitative services, and long-term care. They boast their exclusive BaneCare Day program that creates engaging social activities such as fitness exercises, religious services, theater and movie outings, visits to local shops, and full-service hair dressing– all included to stimulate and enrich the wellness of its residents.
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
121
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
89.6%
Residents per day (avg)
110
Occupancy rate
89.6%
Residents per day (avg)
110
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
21% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
7 - 8 months
Private pay
58% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
22% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Finances and operations
Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$13.1M
Surplus of revenue
$93.1K
Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$13,106,785.00
Surplus of revenue
$93,064.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.1M
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.
$7.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.0M
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
The Bostonian Skilled Nursing & Rehab
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Dorchester
121
No
71
BOSTONIAN FOUNDATION INC
89.6%
$12,397,556.00
$5,111,279.00
41.2%
110.20
4/5
3.9263
4/5
2/5
3/5
1
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%
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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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337 Neponset Ave, Dorchester, MA 02122
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
160
Total Staff
142
Employees
18
Contractors
43,316
Total Hours (Quarter)
59
Avg Staff/Day
8.1
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 8.3 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 8.3 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 69 | 8.4 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
123 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
12 staff
5.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
15 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
7.1%
of total hours from contractors
3,075 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 69 | 0 | 69 | 21,327 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 0 | 28 | 8,507 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 2 | 16 | 3,581 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,730 | 70 | 77% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,238 | 88 | 97% | 5.2 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,024 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 979 | 82 | 90% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 930 | 69 | 76% | 7.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 551 | 73 | 80% | 7.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 508 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 466 | 64 | 70% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 418 | 59 | 65% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 404 | 64 | 70% | 5.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 388 | 56 | 62% | 6.7 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 243 | 28 | 31% | 8.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 6 | 7% | 3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 9 | 10% | 1.3 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Apr 2023 – May 2025)
4
Inspections
21
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
5.25
Citations/Inspection
May 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
7
33% of total
Pharmacy Services
3
14% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
2
10% of total
Resident Rights
1
5% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
17
Complaint Investigations
4
State Comparison (MA)
Avg Citations (State)
32.7
This Facility: 21
Avg Critical (State)
0.3
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Jun 27, 2024 | D | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jun 27, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0688 | Corrected |
| Jun 27, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Jun 27, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Jun 13, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0607 | Corrected |
| Jun 13, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Jun 13, 2023 | G | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jun 13, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | D | Pharmacy | F0757 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | D | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | E | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0696 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0699 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | E | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Apr 06, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0580 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
113
Total Residents
Medicare
13
(11.5%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
91
(80.5%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
9
(8%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
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
9.4
Score
8% 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
16.1
Score
19% 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
14.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
4.0%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.9%
Depressive Symptoms
0.0%
Falls with Major Injury
2.9%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
93.1%
Antipsychotic Use
18.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
19.7%
Influenza Vaccine
87.9%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
5.6%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
13.7%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
47.8%
38% worse than avg
Massachusetts: 76.7%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.7%
48% better than avg
Massachusetts: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
39.7%
49% worse than avg
Massachusetts: 77.7%
Penalties & Fines
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
$9K
Massachusetts avg: $72K
88% better than avg
Number of Fines
1
Massachusetts avg: 1.7
Compared to Massachusetts Average
Facility: $9K |
Massachusetts Avg: $72K
Penalty History
Showing all 1 penalties (Jun 2023 - Jun 2023)
Jun 13, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$9K
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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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