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LEONARD FLORENCE CENTER FOR LIVING

165 CAPTAIN'S ROW, CHELSEA, MA 02150
Score: 97 / 100

Leonard Florence Center For Living is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Chelsea, Massachusetts, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 97/100, it ranks in the top 1% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Leonard Florence Center For Living exceed national averages, with 7.62 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.44 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 8 deficiencies at Leonard Florence Center For Living. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 7.62 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.44 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.95 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 5.23 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 7.14 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.12 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

8
Total Deficiencies
Nov 19, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 8 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0759 Severity D
    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    Nov 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity D
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Nov 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0557 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
    Jun 24, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0554 Severity D
    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    Sep 13, 2023 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Sep 13, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 10.5% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 3.2% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 14.7% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 0.7% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 13.2% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 3.8% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 5.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 97 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
100
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Nov 19, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3