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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Sancta Maria Nursing Facility
799 Concord Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138 · Middlesex County
Offering skilled nursing, respite care and rehabilitation services in Cambridge, MA. Committed to the total well-being of each resident or patient, to our non-profit mission, and to providing exceptional levels of compassionate, holistic care.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 89% full (125 of 141 beds occupied on an average day).
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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
Sancta Maria Nursing Facility is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Cambridge, MA, with 141 certified beds and an average of about 125 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Cambridge options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 141
- Avg. residents/day
- 125
- Ownership
- Non profit - Church related
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225573
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
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 12
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (38 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-02-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-02-26Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
2025-02-26Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
2025-02-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-02-26Severity D — 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.
2025-02-26Severity 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.
2025-02-26Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-02-26Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
799 Concord Avenue, Cambridge, 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 Sancta Maria Nursing Facility
How much does Sancta Maria Nursing Facility cost?
Sancta Maria Nursing Facility does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Cambridge, 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 Sancta Maria Nursing Facility's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sancta Maria Nursing Facility 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
What did inspectors find at Sancta Maria Nursing Facility?
Sancta Maria Nursing Facility has 38 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sancta Maria Nursing Facility have availability?
Typically 89% full (125 of 141 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Sancta Maria Nursing Facility offer?
Sancta Maria Nursing Facility in Cambridge, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 141 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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