Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Chelsea, Massachusetts
2 of 4 nursing homes in Chelsea (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Massachusetts statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
572
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$16,543 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Chelsea, Massachusetts, is adequate, with 4 facilities and 50% recommended. Families should be aware of one facility to avoid due to $16,543 in total fines, while the top-rated option is the KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING, boasting an A+ rating and 5 stars.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING (95) — With an outstanding Trust Score of 95/100 and a perfect CMS 5★ rating, Katzman Family Center for Living excels in providing high-quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community engagement and offers 123 beds, ensuring personalized attention for its residents.
- 2 LEONARD FLORENCE CENTER FOR LIVING (90) — Leonard Florence Center for Living boasts a solid Trust Score of 90/100 and a commendable CMS 5★ rating. This non-profit facility with 100 beds emphasizes compassionate, community-oriented care, making it a top choice for families seeking a supportive environment.
The other 2 Chelsea facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $16K.
Recommended
With an outstanding Trust Score of 95/100 and a perfect CMS 5★ rating, Katzman Family Center for Living excels in providing high-quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community engagement and offers 123 beds, ensuring personalized attention for its residents.
Leonard Florence Center for Living boasts a solid Trust Score of 90/100 and a commendable CMS 5★ rating. This non-profit facility with 100 beds emphasizes compassionate, community-oriented care, making it a top choice for families seeking a supportive environment.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Chelsea Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
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 $16,543
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Chelsea Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Chelsea's city average is 3.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 4 Chelsea facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Chelsea avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Chelsea 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 Chelsea, MA are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Chelsea (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Chelsea "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 Chelsea?
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.