nursing home in Newton, MA
Care One at Newton
2101 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02462 · (781) 604-5079
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Care One at Newton at a glance
Care One at Newton is a 202-bed for-profit nursing home in Newton, Massachusetts (Middlesex County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Massachusetts average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 18, 2025) found 18 health citations. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $20,186.
Nursing staff turnover is 29.3% per year (state average 38.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 202
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Careone
- Medicare-certified since
- April 13, 1981
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Middlesex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225268
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) | 1 / 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) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 3.76 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.51 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.22 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.57 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 29.3% | 38.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.3% | 42.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 18 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 8 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 113 | 51.8 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $20,186 | $34,265 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 202 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 174 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.3% | 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) | 1.4% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.2% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.4% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.5% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.4% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 11.2% | 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) | 24% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.7% | 21.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.2% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 42.7% | 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) | 2.1% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 41.2% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 25.9% | 78.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 47 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 6, 2026 Complaint | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2026 |
| February 10, 2026 Complaint | 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 December 23, 2025 |
| December 31, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Complaint | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| September 3, 2025 Complaint | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2025 |
| September 3, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2025 |
| September 3, 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 October 2, 2025 |
| July 18, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 2025 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 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 August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 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 August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 2025 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 August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 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 August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 2025 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 August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 2025 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 18, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| July 15, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate foot care. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| May 20, 2025 Complaint | 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 July 2, 2025 |
| October 9, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 16, 2024 |
| October 9, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 16, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 25, 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 August 28, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 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 August 28, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 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 August 28, 2024 |
| January 3, 2024 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 February 13, 2024 |
| January 3, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2024 |
| January 3, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2024 |
| January 3, 2024 Complaint | 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 February 13, 2024 |
| June 2, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| June 2, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| June 2, 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 July 11, 2023 |
| June 2, 2023 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2023 |
| June 2, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| June 2, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| June 2, 2023 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 July 11, 2023 |
| June 2, 2023 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 July 11, 2023 |
| June 2, 2023 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 July 11, 2023 |
| June 2, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| June 2, 2023 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2023 |
| June 2, 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 July 11, 2023 |
| June 2, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $20,186 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 3, 2025 | Fine | $10,868 |
| October 9, 2024 | Fine | $9,318 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| THCI OF MASSACHUSETTS, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2003 |
| CARE REALTY, LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/26/2009 |
| DES-I 2016 GRAT Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/01/2021 |
| STRAUS, DANIEL Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2003 |
| STRAUS, MOSHAEL Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2003 |
| BARUCH, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
| HEALTHBRIDGE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2003 |
| BARUCH, DAVID Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Care One at Newton's rating?
Care One at Newton 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 Care One at Newton receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 18 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Care One at Newton 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 Care One at Newton?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Careone. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Care One at Newton and how do I contact it?
Care One at Newton is at 2101 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02462. Phone: (781) 604-5079.
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.