KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Katzman Family Center for Living has received a Trust Grade of A+, indicating it is an elite facility with top-tier quality. It ranks #26 out of 338 nursing homes in Massachusetts, placing it in the top half of facilities in the state, and #2 out of 22 in Suffolk County, meaning only one local option is better. The facility is currently improving, with issues decreasing from three in 2024 to none in 2025. Staffing is a mixed bag; while the turnover rate is good at 21%, below the state average, the staffing rating is only 3 out of 5 stars, indicating room for improvement. Additionally, the facility has not incurred any fines, which is a positive indicator of compliance, and it maintains average RN coverage, which is essential for monitoring resident health. However, there have been some concerning incidents, such as a resident not receiving breakfast in a timely manner despite being awake and other residents being served, and failures to implement physician orders for weight changes and catheter updates for other residents. This highlights a need for better adherence to care protocols, although it is important to note that there have been no critical or serious issues reported.
- Trust Score
- A+
- In Massachusetts
- #26/338
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 21% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 27 points below Massachusetts's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Massachusetts facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 32 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Massachusetts. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 6 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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Low Staff Turnover (21%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (21%)
27 points below Massachusetts average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 6 deficiencies on record
May 2024
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, policy review and interviews, the facility failed to meet professional standards of quality for three Residents (#19, #32, and #27) out of a total sample of 26 residents.
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, policy review, and interviews, for one Resident (#19), out of 26 sampled residents, the facility failed to maintain an accurate medical record in accordance with a...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #118 was admitted in March 2024 with a diagnoses that included pneumonitis, multiple fractures of ribs, urinary trac...
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Mar 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0604
(Tag F0604)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews and record review, the facility failed to complete an assessment for a possible restraint for 1 Resident (#55) out of a sample of 25 Residents.
Findings include:
Revi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement a personalized behavior care pl...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
2.) (a) For Resident #19, the facility failed to provide a meal in a timely manner.
Resident #19 was admitted to the facility in June 2015 with diagnoses including dementia and dysphagia.
Review of th...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A+ (95/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Massachusetts.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Massachusetts facilities.
- • 21% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 27 points below Massachusetts's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Katzman Family Center For Living's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Massachusetts, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Katzman Family Center For Living Staffed?
CMS rates KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 21%, compared to the Massachusetts average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Katzman Family Center For Living?
State health inspectors documented 6 deficiencies at KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING during 2023 to 2024. These included: 5 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Katzman Family Center For Living?
KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by CHELSEA JEWISH LIFECARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 123 certified beds and approximately 116 residents (about 94% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in CHELSEA, Massachusetts.
How Does Katzman Family Center For Living Compare to Other Massachusetts Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts, KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (21%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Katzman Family Center For Living?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Katzman Family Center For Living Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Katzman Family Center For Living Stick Around?
Staff at KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 21%, the facility is 24 percentage points below the Massachusetts average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly.
Was Katzman Family Center For Living Ever Fined?
KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Katzman Family Center For Living on Any Federal Watch List?
KATZMAN FAMILY CENTER FOR LIVING is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.