RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 25 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Massachusetts (2026)

The top 25 of 338 CMS-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts, ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

3411.5 per 30K residentsAbove national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.0/5
Same as national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$74K+$3K vs national avgNational avg: $71KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeBoston, MA

Boston Home, Inc (The)

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
96 BedsInspected Mar 2023

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

2049 Dorchester AvenueBoston, MA 02124

(617) 825-3905

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeWeston, MA

Campion Health & Wellness, Inc

Faith-based

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
70 BedsInspected Apr 2023

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

319 Concord RoadWeston, MA 02493

(781) 788-4795

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeHolyoke, MA

Care One At Holyoke

LLC

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
164 BedsInspected Sep 2025

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

260 Easthampton RoadHolyoke, MA 01040

(413) 538-9733

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeNewton, MA

Lasell House

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
44 BedsInspected Sep 2023

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

120 Seminary AvenueNewton, MA 02466

(617) 663-7000

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeChelsea, MA

Leonard Florence Center For Living

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
100 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

165 Captain'S RowChelsea, MA 02150

(617) 887-0001

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomeHingham, MA

Linden Ponds

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
132 BedsInspected Apr 2025

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

400 Linden Ponds WayHingham, MA 02043

(781) 534-7030

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomeUxbridge, MA

Lydia Taft House

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
53 BedsInspected May 2023

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

60 Quaker HighwayUxbridge, MA 01569

(508) 278-9500

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeW Concord, MA

Rivercrest Long Term Care

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
151 BedsInspected Nov 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

Deaconess RoadW Concord, MA 01742

(978) 369-5151

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomeLincoln, MA

The Commons Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
32 BedsInspected Sep 2023

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

3 Harvest CircleLincoln, MA 01773

(781) 430-6000

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10No Penalties

Nursing HomeBraintree, MA

Alliance Health At Braintree

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
101 BedsInspected Jul 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

175 Grove StreetBraintree, MA 02184

(781) 848-2050

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11No Penalties
★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
120 BedsInspected Jul 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

308 Kingstown WayDuxbury, MA 02332

(781) 585-5561

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12No Penalties

Nursing HomeLowell, MA

D'Youville Care For Advanced Therapy

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
33 BedsInspected Apr 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

1071 Varnum AvenueLowell, MA 01854

(978) 569-1071

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13No Penalties

Nursing HomeWellesley, MA

Elizabeth Seton

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
84 BedsInspected Sep 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

125 Oakland StreetWellesley, MA 02481

(781) 237-2161

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14No Penalties

Nursing HomeMelrose, MA

Elmhurst Healthcare (The)

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
45 BedsInspected Jul 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

743 Main StreetMelrose, MA 02176

(781) 662-7500

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15No Penalties

Nursing HomeChelsea, MA

Katzman Family Center For Living

Nonprofit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
123 BedsInspected May 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

17 Lafayette AvenueChelsea, MA 02150

(617) 884-6766

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16No Penalties

Nursing HomeMarblehead, MA

Lafayette Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

LLC

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
65 BedsInspected Aug 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

25 Lafayette StreetMarblehead, MA 01945

(781) 631-4535

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17No Penalties

Nursing HomePlymouth, MA

Life Care Center Of Plymouth

LLC

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
150 BedsInspected Apr 2022

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

94 Obery StreetPlymouth, MA 02360

(508) 747-9800

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18No Penalties

Nursing HomeWest Bridgewater, MA

Life Care Center Of West Bridgewater

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
150 BedsInspected Sep 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

765 West Center StreetWest Bridgewater, MA 02379

(508) 580-4400

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19No Penalties

Nursing HomeWorcester, MA

Lutheran Rehabilitation And Skilled Care Center

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
150 BedsInspected Feb 2023

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

26 Harvard StreetWorcester, MA 01609

(508) 754-8877

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20No Penalties

Nursing HomeNorth Andover, MA

Meadows, The

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
60 Beds

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

575 Osgood StreetNorth Andover, MA 01845

(978) 725-4100

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21No Penalties

Nursing HomeNorth Billerica, MA

New England Pediatric Care

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
80 BedsInspected Mar 2025

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

78 Boston RoadNorth Billerica, MA 01862

(978) 667-5123

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22No Penalties

Nursing HomeWest Brookfield, MA

Quaboag Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Facility

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
166 BedsInspected Nov 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

47 East Main StreetWest Brookfield, MA 01585

(508) 867-7716

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23No Penalties

Nursing HomeHingham, MA

Queen Anne Nursing Home, Inc

Partnership

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
106 BedsInspected Jun 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

50 Recreation Park DriveHingham, MA 02043

(781) 749-4982

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24No Penalties

Nursing HomeQuincy, MA

South Cove Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
141 BedsInspected Jul 2024

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

288 Washington StreetQuincy, MA 02169

(617) 423-0590

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25No Penalties

Nursing HomeNorwell, MA

Southwood At Norwell Nursing Ctr

Partnership

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
142 BedsInspected Sep 2023

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

501 Cordwainer DriveNorwell, MA 02061

(781) 982-7450

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in Massachusetts

#1of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Among the strongest health outcomes in the nation (rank 1 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+19.2%

    About 8% higher than the national average of 17.7%.

    Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy79.1 yrs

    A little higher than the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover39.5%

    About 15% lower than the national average of 46.4%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Massachusetts →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts has 341 nursing homes in the full directory. This rankings page evaluated 338 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Massachusetts?

Nursing homes in Massachusetts average 3.0 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in Massachusetts is penalized?

Among Massachusetts nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $74K. The national nursing-home average is $71K.

How does Massachusetts compare with the national average?

Massachusetts averages 3.0 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $74K versus $71K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

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