nursing home in Boston, MA
Sherrill House
135 South Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02130 · (617) 365-6024
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sherrill House at a glance
Sherrill House is a 196-bed non-profit nursing home in Boston, Massachusetts (Suffolk County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Massachusetts average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 10, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $35,860.
Nursing staff turnover is 39.5% per year (state average 38.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 196
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 12, 1971
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Suffolk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225201
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.66 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.68 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.28 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.42 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 39.5% | 38.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.7% | 42.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 7 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 77 | 51.8 | 80.6 | Average |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $35,860 | $34,265 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 196 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 163 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 82.9% | 82.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.6% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.3% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.1% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.7% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.3% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8.8% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.2% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 15.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 8.1% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.9% | 21.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.9% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 92.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.1% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 82.1% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85.5% | 78.3% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 31 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | 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, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 10, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| June 24, 2025 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| April 7, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| March 11, 2025 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2025 |
| January 23, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 23, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Standard | 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, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 16, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2025 |
| January 25, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 22, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 22, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 22, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 Standard | 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, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 23, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $35,860 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 10, 2026 | Fine | $35,860 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEDHAM INSTITUTION FOR SAVINGS Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/20/2024 |
| ALTENWEG, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/21/2022 |
| BEGLEY, LORENE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2013 |
| CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1985 |
| FORMAN, EVGENIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2009 |
| FUMIA, ADAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/12/2002 |
| LOPES, LEAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/21/2005 |
| MINIELLO, ALESSIO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/18/2022 |
| SANTOS, JOAO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/31/2022 |
| STAPLETON, PATRICK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2003 |
| VENTURA, JEFFREY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2023 |
| ALLEN, MORGAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BENKA, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| CLARK, GRACE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| FLANAGAN, JANE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| HADDAD, PAULINE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LEDERMAN, ISAAC Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MORROW, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| PIERSON, ALLENE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| STAPLETON, PATRICK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| STEUL, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| WHITFIELD, CHERYL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| ZINTI, PAUL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BAUMAN, BARBARA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| FISHER, LISTO Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| KENNEDY, THOMAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| KIRCHNER, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SEE, FREDERICA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| STAPLETON, PATRICK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| ALLEN, BETHANY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2022 |
| ALTENWEG, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/21/2022 |
| BEGLEY, LORENE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2013 |
| FORMAN, EVGENIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2009 |
| FUMIA, ADAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/12/2002 |
| GILL-LEE, ANGELLA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2022 |
| LOPES, LEAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/21/2005 |
| MCGRATH, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/1995 |
| MINIELLO, ALESSIO Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/18/2022 |
| STAPLETON, PATRICK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2003 |
| VENTURA, JEFFREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sherrill House's rating?
Sherrill House has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Massachusetts nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sherrill House receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sherrill House accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Sherrill House?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sherrill House and how do I contact it?
Sherrill House is at 135 South Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02130. Phone: (617) 365-6024.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.