RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Cambridge, MA (2026)

Compare all 3 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Cambridge, MA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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3Nursing Homes in Cambridge
3.3/5
+0.3 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Cambridge Avg Rating
$13K$58K vs state avgState avg: $71KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeCambridge, MA

Cambridge Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
83 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

8 Dana StreetCambridge, MA 02138

(617) 864-4267

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeCambridge, MA

Neville Center At Fresh Pond For Nursing & Rehab

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
112 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

640 Concord AvenueCambridge, MA 02138

(617) 497-0600

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31 Penalty

Nursing HomeCambridge, MA

Sancta Maria Nursing Facility

Faith-based

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
141 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Below Massachusetts avg of 3.0

799 Concord AvenueCambridge, MA 02138

(612) 280-1550

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Care landscape in Cambridge

How Cambridge compares with the rest of Massachusetts on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+14.2%

    About 26% lower than the state average of 19.1%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover33.4%

    About 13% lower than the state average of 38.2%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability13.2%

    A little lower than the state average of 14.1%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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FAQ

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How many facilities were evaluated in Cambridge, MA?

This page evaluates 3 eligible nursing homes in Cambridge, MA and shows the top 3.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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