RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Norwell, MA (2026)

Compare all 2 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Norwell, MA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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2Nursing Homes in Norwell
4.0/5
+1.0 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Norwell Avg Rating
$115K+$43K vs state avgState avg: $71KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeNorwell, MA

Southwood At Norwell Nursing Ctr

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
142 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

501 Cordwainer DriveNorwell, MA 02061

(781) 982-7450

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22 Penalties

Nursing HomeNorwell, MA

Royal Norwell Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Llc

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
86 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

At Massachusetts avg of 3.0

329 Washington StreetNorwell, MA 02061

(781) 659-4901

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Care landscape in Norwell

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

  • Population 65+15.4%

    About 19% lower than the state average of 19.1%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover41.3%

    About 8% higher than the state average of 38.2%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability11.0%

    About 22% lower than the state average of 14.1%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Norwell, MA?

This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Norwell, MA and shows the top 2.

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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