NEWBRIDGE ON THE CHARLES SKILLED NURSING FACILITY
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Newbridge on the Charles Skilled Nursing Facility has received a Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and considered excellent in quality. Ranking #44 out of 338 facilities in Massachusetts places it in the top half of the state, while its #5 ranking out of 33 in Norfolk County suggests it is one of the better local options. The facility is improving, having reduced its reported issues from 2 in 2023 to none in 2025. Staffing is a mixed bag, with a 3/5 rating; however, the turnover rate is an impressive 0%, which is significantly lower than the state average of 39%, and it boasts more RN coverage than 99% of facilities in Massachusetts. While there have been no fines and the overall care is highly rated, there were some concerns noted, such as a failure to ensure one resident was free from potential restraints and missing discharge assessments for several residents, indicating areas for improvement in adherence to care protocols. Overall, Newbridge on the Charles offers strong care with some minor compliance issues to address.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Massachusetts
- #44/338
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- Turnover data not reported for this facility.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Massachusetts facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 91 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Massachusetts nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 2 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among Massachusetts's 100 nursing homes, only 0% achieve this.
The Ugly 2 deficiencies on record
Jun 2023
2 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 observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure one Resident (#46) was free from restraints out of a total sample of 21 residents. Specifically, for Resident #46 the f...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Comprehensive Assessments
(Tag F0636)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on records reviewed and interview the facility failed to complete discharge Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessments in a timely manner for four Residents (#7, #12, #28 and #48) out of a total sample ...
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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 (90/100). 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.
- • Only 2 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns NEWBRIDGE ON THE CHARLES SKILLED NURSING FACILITY 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 Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility Staffed?
CMS rates NEWBRIDGE ON THE CHARLES SKILLED NURSING FACILITY's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes.
What Have Inspectors Found at Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility?
State health inspectors documented 2 deficiencies at NEWBRIDGE ON THE CHARLES SKILLED NURSING FACILITY during 2023. These included: 1 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility?
NEWBRIDGE ON THE CHARLES SKILLED NURSING FACILITY is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 48 certified beds and approximately 34 residents (about 71% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in DEDHAM, Massachusetts.
How Does Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility Compare to Other Massachusetts Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts, NEWBRIDGE ON THE CHARLES SKILLED NURSING FACILITY's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.9 and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility?
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 Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, NEWBRIDGE ON THE CHARLES SKILLED NURSING FACILITY 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 Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility Stick Around?
NEWBRIDGE ON THE CHARLES SKILLED NURSING FACILITY has not reported staff turnover data to CMS. Staff turnover matters because consistent caregivers learn residents' individual needs, medications, and preferences. When staff frequently change, this institutional knowledge is lost. Families should ask the facility directly about their staff retention rates and average employee tenure.
Was Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility Ever Fined?
NEWBRIDGE ON THE CHARLES SKILLED NURSING FACILITY 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 Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility on Any Federal Watch List?
NEWBRIDGE ON THE CHARLES SKILLED NURSING FACILITY 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.