Boston Home, INC (the)
Scout 97Boston, MA · 96 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Boston's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
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The Center at Advocate
111 Orient Avenue, East Boston, MA 02128 · Suffolk County
23
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 84% 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
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
The Center at Advocate is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in East Boston, MA, with 190 certified beds and an average of about 159 residents per day.
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, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.29 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.42 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $69,000 in the recent record.
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 (3.29 hrs/resident/day)
- •$69,000 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated East Boston options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 190
- Avg. residents/day
- 159
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225413
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 Boston 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
- 3.29
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.42
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 43.5%
- 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)
- 11
- Federal fines
- 2 ($69,000)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (66 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
2025-12-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-12-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
2025-06-05Severity 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.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-06-05Severity 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.
2025-06-05Severity 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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-23 | Fine | $15,316 |
| 2024-06-10 | Fine | $53,684 |
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
- ✓ Library
Location
111 Orient Avenue, East Boston, MA
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about The Center at Advocate
How much does The Center at Advocate cost?
The Center at Advocate does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the East Boston, 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 The Center at Advocate's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Center at Advocate 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Center at Advocate?
Staff provide about 3.29 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Center at Advocate?
The Center at Advocate has 66 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Center at Advocate have availability?
Typically 84% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does The Center at Advocate offer?
The Center at Advocate in East Boston, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 190 beds.
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