Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Hingham, Massachusetts
3 of 3 nursing homes in Hingham (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Massachusetts statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
380
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Hingham, Massachusetts, is adequate, with all three facilities recommended and no fines reported. Families can feel confident choosing from these options, particularly top-rated Linden Ponds, which holds a 5-star rating.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 LINDEN PONDS (93) — Linden Ponds boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 93/100, reflecting its commitment to excellent care. With a grade of A and no fines, this non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused services, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a welcoming environment.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 QUEEN ANNE NURSING HOME, INC (80) — Queen Anne Nursing Home stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100, indicating reliable care. Despite being a for-profit partnership, it maintains a focus on quality, evidenced by its B+ grade and zero fines, offering a comfortable living situation for its 106 residents.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 HARBOR HOUSE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER (73) — Harbor House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offers a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 73/100, showcasing a commitment to quality care. With a B grade and no fines, this for-profit facility provides essential rehabilitation services in a supportive environment, making it a reliable option for residents.
Recommended
Linden Ponds boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 93/100, reflecting its commitment to excellent care. With a grade of A and no fines, this non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused services, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a welcoming environment.
Queen Anne Nursing Home stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100, indicating reliable care. Despite being a for-profit partnership, it maintains a focus on quality, evidenced by its B+ grade and zero fines, offering a comfortable living situation for its 106 residents.
Harbor House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offers a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 73/100, showcasing a commitment to quality care. With a B grade and no fines, this for-profit facility provides essential rehabilitation services in a supportive environment, making it a reliable option for residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Hingham Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Hingham 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?"
Hingham's city average is 4.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Hingham facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Hingham avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Hingham 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 Hingham, MA are recommended?
3 of 3 nursing homes in Hingham (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Hingham "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 Hingham?
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.