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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Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living
277 Elliot Street, Newton Upper Falls, MA 02464 · Middlesex County
Discover compassionate skilled nursing care, rehab, and assisted living at Stone Rehabilitation & Senior Living in Newton, MA.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (78 of 82 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Newton Upper Falls
Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Newton Upper Falls, MA, with 82 certified beds and an average of about 78 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.74 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 31%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $16,195 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.74 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Newton Upper Falls, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 82
- Avg. residents/day
- 78
- Ownership
- Non profit - Other
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225683
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
- 3.74
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.67
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 31%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- 1 ($16,195)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-11
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-11Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-03-11Severity 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.
2026-03-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2026-03-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
2026-03-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-04-09Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2025-04-09Severity E — 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.
2025-04-09Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-02-06 | Fine | $16,195 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
Location
277 Elliot Street, Newton Upper Falls, 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 Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living
How much does Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living cost?
Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Newton Upper Falls, 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 Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living?
Staff provide about 3.74 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living?
Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living have availability?
Typically 95% full (78 of 82 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 Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living offer?
Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living in Newton Upper Falls, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 82 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Cambridge.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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