Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Andover, Massachusetts
1 of 2 nursing homes in Andover (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Massachusetts statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
309
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$74,994 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Andover, Massachusetts, is limited with only 2 facilities available, and only 1 is recommended, indicating a weak market. Families should be aware that while Bear Mountain at Andover has a solid 4-star rating, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $74,994.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 BEAR MOUNTAIN AT ANDOVER (78) — Bear Mountain at Andover impresses with a solid Trust Score of 78/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4★. With zero fines and a Grade B, this facility offers 135 beds and focuses on creating a supportive environment, making it a great choice for residents seeking quality care.
The other 1 Andover facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $74K.
Recommended
Bear Mountain at Andover impresses with a solid Trust Score of 78/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4★. With zero fines and a Grade B, this facility offers 135 beds and focuses on creating a supportive environment, making it a great choice for residents seeking quality care.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Andover Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $74,994
Questions Andover Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Andover's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Andover facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Andover avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Andover facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Andover, MA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Andover (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Andover "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Andover?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.