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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Blaire House of Tewksbury
10 Erlin Terrace, Tewksbury, MA 01876 · Middlesex County
Blaire House of Tewksbury is a family-owned and operated skilled nursing facility dedicated to being the premier senior living community in the Merrimack Valley
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 98% full (129 of 131 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Blaire House of Tewksbury is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Tewksbury, MA, with 131 certified beds and an average of about 129 residents per day. It operates as part of the Elder Services network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.21 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.45 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 26 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $70,727 in the recent record. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.21 hrs/resident/day)
- •26 deficiencies at last survey
- •$70,727 in federal fines
- •In the CMS Special Focus Facility program
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Tewksbury options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 131
- Avg. residents/day
- 129
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Elder Services
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225548
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
- 3.21
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.45
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 49.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 26
- Federal fines
- 2 ($70,727)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-17
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (70 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-30Severity D — potential for 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.
2026-04-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-12-17Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-12-17Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-12-17Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-12-17Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2025-12-17Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
2025-12-17Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-17 | Fine | $67,340 |
| 2024-01-22 | Fine | $3,387 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
10 Erlin Terrace, Tewksbury, 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 Blaire House of Tewksbury
How much does Blaire House of Tewksbury cost?
Blaire House of Tewksbury does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Tewksbury, 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 Blaire House of Tewksbury's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Blaire House of Tewksbury 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Blaire House of Tewksbury?
Staff provide about 3.21 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Blaire House of Tewksbury?
Blaire House of Tewksbury has 70 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Blaire House of Tewksbury have availability?
Typically 98% full (129 of 131 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Blaire House of Tewksbury offer?
Blaire House of Tewksbury in Tewksbury, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 131 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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