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Ellis Nursing Home (the)

135 Ellis Avenue, Norwood, MA 02062 · Norfolk County

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 73% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Norwood

Ellis Nursing Home (the) is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Norwood, MA, with 191 certified beds and an average of about 140 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.35 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.67 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $57,158 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.35 hrs/resident/day)
•$57,158 in federal fines

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Norwood for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 191
Avg. residents/day: 140
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 225211

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$14,050–$17,500/mo (median $15,350)	Local market estimate

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.35; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.67; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 42.5%; 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): 7
Federal fines: 1 ($57,158)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-04-29
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (44 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-01-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

2025-09-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2025-05-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

2025-05-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2025-04-29Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-04-29Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.

2025-04-29Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2025-04-29Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.

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
2024-04-22	Fine	$57,158

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ Studio apartments

Location

135 Ellis Avenue, Norwood, 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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Common questions about Ellis Nursing Home (the)

How much does Ellis Nursing Home (the) cost?

Ellis Nursing Home (the) does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Norwood, 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 Ellis Nursing Home (the)'s Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Ellis Nursing Home (the) 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Ellis Nursing Home (the)?

Staff provide about 3.35 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Ellis Nursing Home (the)?

Ellis Nursing Home (the) has 44 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Ellis Nursing Home (the) have availability?

Typically 73% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Ellis Nursing Home (the) offer?

Ellis Nursing Home (the) in Norwood, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 191 beds.

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