Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
The Center at Advocate
111 Orient Avenue · East Boston, MA 02128 · 190 certified beds
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About The Center at Advocate
The Center at Advocate is a nursing home in East Boston, Massachusetts, in Suffolk County. Public records list 190 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Care Network Services LLC. We hold 66 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 19 December 2025. CMS also lists 2 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.28 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
46
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
46
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
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Cited deficiencies
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
46
Inspection history (66)
Records from April 2023 to December 2025.
June 10, 2024 · F
Citation F0730Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0730 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0919Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0919 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-10.GOVJune 10, 2024 · D
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-10.GOVJune 10, 2024 · E
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0740Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0740 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-10.GOVJune 10, 2024 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0699Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0699 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0742Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0742 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-10.GOVJune 10, 2024 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0688Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0805Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0805 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0745Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0745 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0882Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0882 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0645Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0698Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Citation F0760Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-10 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
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Penalties (2)
Total fines on file: $69,000
April 23, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-3909CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $15,316 against this nursing home on 2025-04-23 (Fine ID: 3909). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-23.GOVJune 10, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-3815CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $53,684 against this nursing home on 2024-06-10 (Fine ID: 3815). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
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Staffing
Latest: 3.28 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.29 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.29 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.28 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.28 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.28 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit
Parent organization: Care Network Services LLC
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Recent changes to this listing
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
- Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
- Ownership type, Parent organization
- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
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