Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
VETERANS HOME IN CHELSEA
91 Crest Avenue · CHELSEA, MA 02150 · Lic. #VA-ATC-1496 (MA) · 154 certified beds
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About VETERANS HOME IN CHELSEA
VETERANS HOME IN CHELSEA is a nursing home in CHELSEA, Massachusetts. Its reported capacity is 154 beds. It is recorded as a government body, part of The Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 24 citations, the newest dated 19 September 2025. No fine or payment denial is on record against it. Staffing reports put it at 6.97 nurse hours per resident per day. It is listed in Department of Veterans Affairs data as a veterans long-term care setting. 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
4.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
15
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
15
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
15
Inspection history (24)
Records from August 2023 to September 2025.
September 19, 2025 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-19 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2025-11-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-19.GOVSeptember 19, 2025 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-19 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2025-11-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-19.GOVSeptember 19, 2025 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-19 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-11-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-19.GOVJuly 29, 2025 · D
Citation F0604Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-29 under CMS tag F0604 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-29.GOVJuly 29, 2025 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-29 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-29.GOVOctober 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-09 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-09.GOVOctober 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-09 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-11-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-09.GOVOctober 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-09 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-09.GOVOctober 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-09 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-11-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-09.GOVOctober 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0710Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-09 under CMS tag F0710 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-09.GOVOctober 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0699Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-09 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 2024-11-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-09.GOVOctober 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0740Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-09 under CMS tag F0740 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-09.GOVJuly 17, 2024 · D
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-17 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-17.GOVJuly 17, 2024 · D
Citation F0557Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-17 under CMS tag F0557 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-17.GOVMay 14, 2024 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-14 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 2024-06-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-14.GOVAugust 3, 2023 · F
Citation F0867Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-03 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-03.GOVAugust 3, 2023 · D
Citation F0640Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-03 under CMS tag F0640 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-03.GOVAugust 3, 2023 · D
Citation F0637Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-03 under CMS tag F0637 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-03.GOVAugust 3, 2023 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-03 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-03.GOVAugust 3, 2023 · F
Citation F0865Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-03 under CMS tag F0865 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-03.GOV
Penalties
Total fines on file: $0
Staffing
Latest: 6.97 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q47.11 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-017.11 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-016.97 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-016.97 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q16.97 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.13 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
government-state
Parent organization: The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
parent · PAC 8820906860
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Government - State".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Government - State".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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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, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Phone number
- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
- Parent organization
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
- Va Atc Cnhas of 2025
- Care types, City, Is veterans, License number, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Ownership type, State, Street address, ZIP code
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