nursing home in Wellesley, MA
Elizabeth Seton
125 Oakland Street, Wellesley, MA 02481 · (781) 997-1130
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Elizabeth Seton at a glance
Elizabeth Seton is a 84-bed non-profit nursing home in Wellesley, Massachusetts (Norfolk County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Massachusetts average of 3.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 27, 2025) found 0 health citations. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 23.1% per year (state average 38.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 84
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1981
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Norfolk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225266
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.97 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.58 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.37 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.73 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 23.1% | 38.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 23.1% | 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) | 0 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 2 | 51.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $34,265 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 84 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 88 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 100% | 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) | 5.7% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.2% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.7% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 26.3% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 35.5% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.1% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Average |
| 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) | 10% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 31.9% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 87.4% | 92.6% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 77.9% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.6% | 78.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 7 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 4, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2024 |
| September 4, 2024 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 September 30, 2024 |
| September 4, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2024 |
| August 31, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 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 September 28, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| August 31, 2023 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 September 28, 2023 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| AKUT, MARISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2021 |
| BERMAN, ADAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2020 |
| BERMAN, BARRY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2020 |
| BOLBEROVA, OLGA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2024 |
| CALLAHAN, MEGAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| CHELSEA JEWISH LIFECARE INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2025 |
| CHEN, JIANWU Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2022 |
| DIMONDA, ROSALBA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/28/2017 |
| FAUBLAS, PASCALE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2023 |
| FERRANTE, LORI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2013 |
| KAMARA, HAWA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/04/2024 |
| MULLEN, ELIZABETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2020 |
| PAUL, MARIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2014 |
| RICHMAN, GILDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2002 |
| SANTERRE, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2020 |
| SELIG, PATRICIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/14/2021 |
| CRONIN, LAUREN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| GILMORE, JANE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| GROVER, CAROLYN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| JOHNSON, ERIC Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| JONES, CATHERINE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| KERINS, MARY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| MUNCHAK, ANTHONY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| NILLES, KATHLEEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| PARK, JUDITH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| PEYTON, JULIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| SINTROS, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| STARE, CATHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| FERRANTE, LORI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2013 |
| KERINS, MARY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| O'KEEFE, JOAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2014 |
| AKUT, MARISSA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2021 |
| ANFANG, STUART Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2020 |
| BERMAN, ADAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2020 |
| BERMAN, BARRY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2020 |
| BOLBEROVA, OLGA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2024 |
| BRUDNICK, JEFFREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2020 |
| CALLAHAN, MEGAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| CHELSEA JEWISH LIFECARE INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2020 |
| CHEN, JIANWU Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elizabeth Seton's rating?
Elizabeth Seton has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Massachusetts nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Elizabeth Seton receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Elizabeth Seton 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 Elizabeth Seton?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Elizabeth Seton and how do I contact it?
Elizabeth Seton is at 125 Oakland Street, Wellesley, MA 02481. Phone: (781) 997-1130.
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.