Nursing Homes & Senior Care in Massachusetts

Massachusetts is home to 341 CMS-certified nursing homes listed in the Care Compare directory, each holding an official Five-Star Quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The statewide average overall rating stands at 3.07 out of 5 stars. The directory presents each facility alongside its overall rating, health-inspection stars, and staffing stars, allowing prospective residents and families to compare facilities at a glance.

The Five-Star rating serves as a relative quality measure with acknowledged limitations. The ratings presented reflect data current as of May 2026 and should not be interpreted as a recommendation or guarantee of care quality. The Five-Star system represents one factor among many that merit consideration when selecting a nursing home. Geographic location, the specific type of care required, an in-person visit, and direct conversations with facility staff and clinicians all play significant roles in the decision-making process. Individuals should verify each facility's current rating on its live Medicare Care Compare profile before making any decisions based on these ratings.

How to read this. The star ratings here are official CMS Five-Star Quality figures, shown as the rating as of May2026 — a relative quality measure with documented limits, not a recommendation, guarantee, or medical/financial/legal advice. Always confirm the current rating and details on the facility’s live Medicare Care Compare profile, and involve the resident and their clinicians in any decision.

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Informational only — not medical, financial, or legal advice. Senior Care by State reports official CMS Five-Star Quality data, which is a relative measure with documented limitations — not a recommendation or a guarantee that any facility is right for you. Choosing care is a personal medical and financial decision: confirm the current details with the facility directly, talk with the resident’s physician and care team, and verify ratings and coverage on Medicare.gov or with your state’s long-term-care or health agency before relying on anything here. For medical, financial, or legal questions, consult a qualified professional.