Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

Wingate at Silver Lake

17 Chipman Way, Kingston, MA 02364 · Plymouth 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 outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 91% full (150 of 164 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

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Kingston

Wingate at Silver Lake is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Kingston, MA, with 164 certified beds and an average of about 150 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

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

Staff provide about 3.28 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 37.8%, 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.

Strengths

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.28 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Kingston, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 164
Avg. residents/day: 150
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 225544

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
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$3,780–$11,080/mo (median $9,270)	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

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.28; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.42; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 37.8%; 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: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-03-25
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.

2025-03-25Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2025-03-25Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-03-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.

2025-03-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

2025-03-25Severity D — 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…

2024-11-19Severity 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.

2024-10-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

2024-02-08Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

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

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Concierge services
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

17 Chipman Way, Kingston, 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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3.3

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Common questions about Wingate at Silver Lake

How much does Wingate at Silver Lake cost?

Wingate at Silver Lake does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Kingston, 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 Wingate at Silver Lake's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Wingate at Silver Lake 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Wingate at Silver Lake?

Staff provide about 3.28 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Wingate at Silver Lake?

Wingate at Silver Lake has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Wingate at Silver Lake have availability?

Typically 91% full (150 of 164 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Wingate at Silver Lake offer?

Wingate at Silver Lake in Kingston, MA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 164 beds.

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