Brighton Post Acute Care
170 Corey Road · Brighton, MA · 02135 · 6177310515
78 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Marquis Health Services
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
Red flags
70% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.35 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.42 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.97 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 70% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $200,070 |
Inspection citations (31 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
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.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected December 14, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 31, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected December 14, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 31, 2024
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.
Corrected December 14, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Actual harm · H November 3, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
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.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 3, 2023 | Fine | $200,070 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 225770 · certified since April 13, 2006. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.