JEFFREY & SUSAN BRUDNICK CENTER FOR LIVING
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
The Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center for Living has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good choice for families, as it falls in the solid range of care quality. With a state ranking of #25 out of 338 facilities in Massachusetts and #3 of 44 in Essex County, this nursing home is in the top half of local options. The facility is showing improvement, reducing its number of issues from 14 in 2024 to just 4 in 2025. Staffing is average with a rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 27%, which is better than the state average, though the RN coverage is concerning as it is lower than 89% of facilities in the state. However, there are some significant weaknesses, including $10,194 in fines, which is average but still indicates some compliance issues. Specific incidents include a failure to prevent a serious fall that resulted in facial fractures for one resident due to inadequate assessments, and the lack of comprehensive care plans for residents with specific needs, such as pain management and alcohol use disorder. These findings highlight areas where the facility needs to improve, despite its overall solid performance.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Massachusetts
- #25/338
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 27% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 21 points below Massachusetts's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ○ Average
- $10,194 in fines. Higher than 56% of Massachusetts facilities. Some compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 28 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Massachusetts. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 25 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (27%) · 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 (27%)
21 points below Massachusetts average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 25 deficiencies on record
Jan 2025
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, chart review and interview the facility failed to provide a dignified existence for one Resident (#23) out of a total sample of 30 Residents. Specifically, for Resident #23 the f...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to accurately reflect the status of one Resident (#27) out of a total sample of 30 residents, when the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment indic...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0685
(Tag F0685)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to follow eye doctor recommendations for one Resident (#16) out of a t...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to develop and implement a person- centered comprehensive...
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Feb 2024
14 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record reviews, policy review and interviews, the facility failed to prevent a fall with major injury for...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0637
(Tag F0637)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews for one Resident (#123) of 34 sampled residents, the facility failed to ensure staff adequ...
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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 record review and interview, the facility failed to follow the plan of care and implement physician's orders to perform...
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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 observations, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide care in accordance with professional standards of practice for one Resident (#64) out of a total sample of 34 Residen...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0694
(Tag F0694)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, record reviews, and interviews the facility failed to administer parenteral fluids (delivery of fluids or medications through an intravenous route) consistent with professional ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interview, and record review the facility failed to provide respiratory care services consistent with professional standards of practice for one Resident (#8) out of a total sam...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0699
(Tag F0699)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a plan of care was developed for Trauma-Informed Care for on...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews and policy review the facility failed to ensure 1. medication carts were locked on two of nine nursing units and 2. failed to ensure medications were stored properly ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0810
(Tag F0810)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, record review, policy review, and interviews, the facility failed to provide adaptive equipment for one Resident (#93) of 34 sampled residents. Specifically, the facility failed...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #86 was admitted to the facility in January 2024 with diagnoses that include but are not limited to need for assista...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, policy review and interviews the facility failed to ensure infection control standards of practice for the prevention of infections were implemented. Specifically, the facility ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to accurately code the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for four Resid...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record reviews, policy reviews and interviews, the facility failed to follow recommendations for the trea...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, records reviewed, policy review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure it was free of a medication error rate of five percent or greater when 2 of 4 nurses, made 6 errors...
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Dec 2022
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Assessments
(Tag F0636)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure they accurately assessed the presence of a pressure ulcer on ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to identify a pressure ulcer on the baseline care plan for 1 Resident (...
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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 observations, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to obtain physician orders for hospice services for 1 ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review and interview, the facility failed to inform 1 Resident (#45) of the administration of medi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record reviews and interviews, the facility failed to follow pharmacy recommendations for 2 Residents (#113 and #87) ou...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview the facility failed to maintain proper sanitation practices related to proper food storage and labeling.
Findings include:
Review of the undated facility policy, t...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, policy review and interview the facility staff, failed to ensure 1) that PRN (as needed) psychotropic me...
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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
- • 27% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 21 points below Massachusetts's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • 25 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • $10,194 in fines. Above average for Massachusetts. Some compliance problems on record.
About This Facility
What is Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center For Living's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns JEFFREY & SUSAN BRUDNICK 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 Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center For Living Staffed?
CMS rates JEFFREY & SUSAN BRUDNICK CENTER FOR LIVING's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 27%, compared to the Massachusetts average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center For Living?
State health inspectors documented 25 deficiencies at JEFFREY & SUSAN BRUDNICK CENTER FOR LIVING during 2022 to 2025. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm and 24 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center For Living?
JEFFREY & SUSAN BRUDNICK 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 180 certified beds and approximately 139 residents (about 77% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in PEABODY, Massachusetts.
How Does Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center For Living Compare to Other Massachusetts Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts, JEFFREY & SUSAN BRUDNICK CENTER FOR LIVING's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (27%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick 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 Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center For Living Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, JEFFREY & SUSAN BRUDNICK 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 Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center For Living Stick Around?
Staff at JEFFREY & SUSAN BRUDNICK CENTER FOR LIVING tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 27%, the facility is 19 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 Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center For Living Ever Fined?
JEFFREY & SUSAN BRUDNICK CENTER FOR LIVING has been fined $10,194 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Massachusetts average of $33,181. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center For Living on Any Federal Watch List?
JEFFREY & SUSAN BRUDNICK 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.