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The Commons in Lincoln
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Lincoln, MA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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The Commons in Lincoln

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Lincoln, MA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Overview of The Commons in Lincoln

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Burrowed in the inviting neighborhood of Lincoln, MA, The Commons in Lincoln is an enticing senior living community offering professional care services. This community is accessible to Boston and its restaurants, music, museums and more. Spacious apartments and cottages are available for its residents tailore to their preferences and needs.

With its exceptional amenities and services, residents can enjoy a fine dining and housekeeping and linen services. Rejuvenate your body through its heated indoor pool and spa. Further self-care efforts by going to an on-site salon and barbershop. Meet new people and create enjoyable experiences at the walking trails and paths. Participate in various wellness and other social activities to boost endurance and engagement. With The Commons in Lincoln, seniors are assured of a classic retirement.

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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.
▲ 72.4% Above MA avg. ▲ 72.4% Above MA avg.MA average: 2.9Click 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.
▲ 40.5% Above MA avg. ▲ 40.5% Above MA avg.MA average: 2.8Click 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.
▲ 66.7% Above MA avg. ▲ 66.7% Above MA avg.MA average: 3.0Click 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.
▼ 5.6% Below MA avg. ▼ 5.6% Below MA avg.MA average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours 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 vs Massachusetts averages

Rank #2 / 83Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 2nd out of 83 nursing homes we track in Massachusetts for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Massachusetts average, with a ranking across 83 Massachusetts facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This nursing home is ranked 2nd out of 83 nursing homes we track in Massachusetts for nurse hours. 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.

6h 32m

66% above state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs 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.
1h 56m
+194% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 42m 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 21m
+41% 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.
3h 15m
+42% State avg: 2h 18m per day · National avg: 2h 24m 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.
5h 31m
+57% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 31m 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.
12m
+162% State avg: 5m 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.
56m
+105% State avg: 27m per day · National avg: 29m per day

All 6 underlying metrics are above the state average

Standout metric: Registered Nurse (RN) is +194% above Massachusetts average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 32 Rank #93 / 94Bed count — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 93rd out of 94 nursing homes we track in Massachusetts for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #7 / 17Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 7th out of 17 nursing homes we track in Massachusetts for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
29 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #108 / 112Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 108th out of 112 nursing homes we track in Massachusetts for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
5 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #40 / 77Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 40th out of 77 nursing homes we track in Massachusetts for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Massachusetts average, with its Statewide rank out of 77. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
86.3% This home usually has limited availability
Higher than the Massachusetts average: 80.9%
Residents per day (avg) Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
28
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
25 days
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A Not Accredited
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About this community

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
Total beds
32 units

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CMS Health Inspection History

Inspections Since 2023 · 3 years of data

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Total health inspections 4

Massachusetts average 4.4

Last Health inspection on Mar 2026

Total health citations
15 Rank #16 / 83Health citations — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 16th out of 83 nursing homes we track in Massachusetts for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Massachusetts State average, with a ranking across all 83 MA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Massachusetts average 30.1

Citations per inspection
3.75 Rank #15 / 83Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 15th out of 83 nursing homes we track in Massachusetts for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Massachusetts mean across 83 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Massachusetts average 6.79

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

13 of 15 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 15 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 0.3

Serious health citations
0
100% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.2

0 critical citations Massachusetts average: 0.3
0 serious citations Massachusetts average: 1.2
15 moderate citations Massachusetts average: 27.4
0 minor citations Massachusetts average: 1.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Mar 25, 2026
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Jan 14, 2026
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Nov 26, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Nov 26, 2025
Corrected

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Staffing Data

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

Total staff 85
Employees 57
Contractors 28
Staff to resident ratio 3.70 : 1
123% more staff per resident than Massachusetts average
Massachusetts average ratio: 1.66 : 1 Massachusetts average ratio: 1.66 : 1See full Massachusetts ranking
Avg staff/day 29
Average shift 7.3 hours
8% worse than Massachusetts average
Massachusetts average: 7.9 hours Massachusetts average shift: 7.9 hoursSee full Massachusetts ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 19,565

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 Info All 12 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 10 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 22 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 22
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

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

15.4%

3,004 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 9 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1

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 Assistant220227,38592100%7.9
Registered Nurse120123,20892100%8.4
Licensed Practical Nurse100102,78492100%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist5051,2786571%7.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0991,1347278%7.1
Occupational Therapy Aide2135916773%6.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0665498390%3.8
Mental Health Service Worker2025446975%6.7
Speech Language Pathologist0224526773%5.8
Qualified Social Worker0334105661%7
Administrator1014055459%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1014055459%7.5
Dietitian2023474953%7.1
Physical Therapy Aide0223089%3.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant044264145%0.6
Medical Director011171415%1.2
22 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
10 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
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Penalties and 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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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. 20.8
104% worse 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. 36.4
82% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 20.0

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 36.4%
95% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 18.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 13.0%
263% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 25.0%
438% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 4.7%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 4.4%
110% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 2.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.7%
68% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 5.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 8.7%
57% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 20.3%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 60.9%
34% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 91.9%

Short-stay resident measures
Average 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 77.1%
In line with Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 76.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.2%
83% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 89.7%
15% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 77.7%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

71% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 20 days

Private pay

29% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 23
Medicare
11
47.8% of residents
Private pay or other
12
52.2% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

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

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.

Finances and operations

Based on the home's most recent complete CMS SNF Cost Report — fiscal year ending in 12/2022. This is an older period than most facilities report, so compare with that in mind.

Nonprofit
Operated by a nonprofit corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$4.7M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$39.9M
Nonprofit Operated by a nonprofit corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$4.7M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$39.9M
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs.
$12.2M 258.6% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$32.4M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$44.6M
How we calculate these figures

This home is owned by New England Life Plan Communities Corp

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 225782

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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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.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (71% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 20 days.

Admissions
228 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 71%
Private pay 29%
Discharges
234 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 67%
Private pay 33%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lincoln's city center to The Commons in Lincoln's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.9 miles to nearest hospital (Emerson Hospital)

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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.
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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 Commons in Lincoln ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Lincoln
32
Facility 32
MA AVG 121
Rank #93 / 94
86.3%
Facility 86.3%
MA AVG 80.9%
Rank #40 / 77
+7%
6.53
Facility 6.53
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #2 / 83
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$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 86
15
Facility 15
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #16 / 83
3.8
Facility 3.8
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #15 / 83
-28A
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 48
Rank #108 / 112
New England Life Plan Communities Corp$4.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$12.2M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.258.6%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.225782
Carleton-Willard Village ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Bedford
179
Facility 179
MA AVG 121
Rank #9 / 94
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5.68
Facility 5.68
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #5 / 83
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +7%+45%
$25.5k
Facility $25.5k
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #68 / 86
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #10 / 83
2.8
Facility 2.8
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #6 / 83
533A+
6
Facility 6
MA AVG 48
Rank #107 / 112
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
D‘Youville Life and Wellness Community ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Lowell (Pawtucketville)
208
Facility 208
MA AVG 121
Rank #3 / 94
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
MA AVG 80.9%
Rank #6 / 77
+17%
3.90
Facility 3.90
MA AVG 3.93
Rank #34 / 83
 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -44%-1%
$0
Facility $0
MA AVG $76.6k
Rank #1 / 86
34
Facility 34
MA AVG 32.7
Rank #59 / 83
4.9
Facility 4.9
MA AVG 7.2
Rank #30 / 83
1198-
19
Facility 19
MA AVG 48
Rank #94 / 112
D'youville Leadership Solutions, Inc
$24.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $24.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $15.2M
Rank #8 / 82
$15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG $9.7M
Rank #9 / 82
64.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 64.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MA AVG 66.2%
Rank #32 / 82
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Assisted Living in Massachusetts

The Commons in Lincoln is located in Lincoln, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Massachusetts.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about The Commons in Lincoln

Is The Commons in Lincoln in a walkable area?

The Commons in Lincoln has a walk score of 5. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at The Commons in Lincoln?

The Commons in Lincoln's occupancy is 86.3%.

How long has The Commons in Lincoln been in business?

The Commons in Lincoln has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Commons in Lincoln?

Yes, The Commons in Lincoln allows residents to bring their pets.

Does The Commons in Lincoln operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Commons in Lincoln is registered as a non-profit in MA.

What is the overall rating for The Commons in Lincoln?

The Commons in Lincoln received a 5-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.

How many beds does The Commons in Lincoln have?

The Commons in Lincoln has 32 beds.

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