nursing home in Newton, MA
Lasell House
120 Seminary Avenue, Newton, MA 02466 · (781) 808-8813
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Lasell House at a glance
Lasell House is a 44-bed non-profit nursing home in Newton, Massachusetts (Middlesex County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Massachusetts average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.9 hours of nursing care per day (1.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 11, 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 34.5% per year (state average 38.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 44
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- November 21, 2000
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Middlesex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225755
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) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 4.94 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.66 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.88 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.97 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34.5% | 38.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 20% | 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) | 0 | 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 | 44 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 23 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 52.5% | 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) | 4% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 24.3% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.7% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.4% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 13.2% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.1% | 21.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.8% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 78.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 2 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 25, 2025 |
| September 19, 2024 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 1, 2024 |
| September 19, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 1, 2024 |
| September 7, 2023 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 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 October 12, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALEXANDER, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2007 |
| VIANELLO, ALESSANDRO Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/18/2019 |
| VIANELLO, ALESSANDRO Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/18/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lasell House's rating?
Lasell House 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 Lasell House 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 Lasell House accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Lasell House?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Lasell House and how do I contact it?
Lasell House is at 120 Seminary Avenue, Newton, MA 02466. Phone: (781) 808-8813.
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.