Nursing Homes in Brookline, Massachusetts
Brookline has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 120 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Massachusetts's state average of 2.9 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.10 vs state
Total Beds
120
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
41 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Brookline
Care One At Brookline
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About Nursing Home Care in Brookline
When it comes to nursing home care in Brookline, MA, families should proceed with caution. The standout is Care One at Brookline, but it comes with significant concerns, earning a Grade D. Overall, this market provides limited options for families seeking quality care, and while no facilities have major red flags, the lack of robust choices can be disheartening.
If you're considering facilities in Brookline, you might want to visit Care One at Brookline to assess its strengths and weaknesses firsthand. One positive aspect is its clean record, as it has zero fines over the past three years. However, given the overall rating and lack of alternative facilities, families may find better options in nearby cities like Newton or Watertown, where there are a few more facilities that might better meet your needs.
On the flip side, families should avoid Care One at Brookline if possible. Its Grade D rating indicates serious concerns about the quality of care. While there are no fines, the overall performance raises red flags. When visiting any nursing home, always ask to see the most recent inspection report and talk to current residents and their families to gauge their experiences. This will give you a clearer picture of the facility's environment and care standards.
Brookline at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Brookline is stable
Questions Brookline Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Brookline avg is 0.69 hrs (41 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Brookline facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Brookline, Massachusetts
Brookline, Massachusetts's Norfolk County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 120 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Brookline vs. Massachusetts: Near State Average
Brookline nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Massachusetts's statewide average of 2.90 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Brookline, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Brookline
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Brookline facilities average 0.69 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Brookline resident receives approximately 41 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Brookline facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: An All For-Profit Market
Brookline has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in Brookline may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in Brookline perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Massachusetts cities for additional options. The following Massachusetts cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Worcester — 16 facilities
- Boston — 11 facilities
- Holyoke — 8 facilities
- Fall River — 7 facilities
- Lowell — 7 facilities
- New Bedford — 6 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Brookline, Massachusetts?
Brookline has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 120 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above Massachusetts's state average of 2.9 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Brookline?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Brookline include:
- • Care One At Brookline — Grade D, 48/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Brookline nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Brookline as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Brookline Nursing Homes
Brookline offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.