Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Malden, Massachusetts
1 of 1 nursing homes in Malden (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Massachusetts statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
130
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Malden, Massachusetts is limited but stable, with one recommended facility. Families can consider Dexter House Healthcare, which has a B rating and 4 stars, ensuring good quality care without any fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 DEXTER HOUSE HEALTHCARE (70) — Dexter House Healthcare shines with its 4-star CMS rating and a solid B grade, reflecting strong overall quality of care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this 130-bed for-profit facility demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for its residents.
Recommended
Dexter House Healthcare shines with its 4-star CMS rating and a solid B grade, reflecting strong overall quality of care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this 130-bed for-profit facility demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for its residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Malden Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Malden 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?"
Malden's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Malden facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Malden avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Malden 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 Malden, MA are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Malden (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Malden "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 Malden?
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.