Brookhaven at Lexington
Scout 100Lexington, MA · 49 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Lexington's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
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Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility
97 Bethany Road, Framingham, MA 01701 · Middlesex County
100
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
Photos via facility website.
Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 47% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
One of Framingham's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Framingham, MA, with 169 certified beds and an average of about 80 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.88 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.97 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $9,318 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.88 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Framingham for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 169
- Avg. residents/day
- 80
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225535
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $14,050–$17,500/mo (median $15,350) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cambridge prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.88
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.97
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 54.8%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 0
- Federal fines
- 1 ($9,318)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-04
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (4 citations on record — showing the latest 4). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2024-09-26Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2024-09-26Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-04-23Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
2022-10-17Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-26 | Fine | $9,318 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
97 Bethany Road, Framingham, MA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility
How much does Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility cost?
Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Framingham, MA area typically runs $14,050–$17,500 per month (median $15,350, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility?
Staff provide about 4.88 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility?
Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility has 4 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-04). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility have availability?
Typically 47% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility offer?
Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility in Framingham, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 169 beds.
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