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HomeMassachusettsLasell House

Lasell House

120 Seminary Avenue, Newton, MA 024666176637100WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.4on Google(40 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
44
certified

How Lasell House Compares in Massachusetts

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
MA average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
MA average
3.0/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
MA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.94 hrs/day
MA average
3.87 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.66 hrs/day
MA average
0.65 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
34.5%
MA average
38.2%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Massachusetts average of 3.0/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Massachusetts average of 3.0/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.94 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.87.
Reported RN time is 1.66 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.65.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Sep 19, 2024
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Sep 11, 2025
The two inspection cycles recorded the same number of deficiency citations.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$14,296/mo
Massachusetts median
Private Room
$15,189/mo
Massachusetts median
Middlesex County 65+
255,404
15.7% of county
County Population
1,623,109
Middlesex County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Lasell House is a 5-star Medicare certified nursing home in Newton, Massachusetts with 44 certified beds. It has been operating since 2000. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
44
Avg Residents/Day
23.1
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 21, 2000
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
None
County
Middlesex
Last Inspection
Sep 11, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
0.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (2)

F0640Potential for Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: Sep 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Sep 7, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.88 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.39 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.66 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.94 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.97 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.18 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
34.5%
RN Turnover
20.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (3)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
VIANELLO, ALESSANDROW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ANov 18, 2019
ALEXANDER, MICHAELCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2007
VIANELLO, ALESSANDROCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 18, 2019

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Lasell House and nearby alternatives.

All Massachusetts facilities
Lasell House
Newton, MACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Care One at Newton
Newton, MA3,696 ft
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $20,186
West Newton Healthcare
West Newton, MA1.6 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $184,166
Elizabeth Seton
Wellesley, MA2.2 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Stone Rehabilitation And Senior Living
Newton Upper Falls, MA2.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $16,195
Maristhill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Waltham, MA2.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $9,496
Skilled Nursing Facility at North Hill (the)
Needham, MA3.4 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $16,153
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Lasell House
Newton, MA · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Care One at Newton
Newton, MA
3,696 ft2/51/53/5$20,186
West Newton Healthcare
West Newton, MA
1.6 mi2/52/52/5$184,166
Elizabeth Seton
Wellesley, MA
2.2 mi4/55/51/5None recorded
Stone Rehabilitation And Senior Living
Newton Upper Falls, MA
2.4 mi3/53/54/5$16,195
Maristhill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Waltham, MA
2.6 mi3/52/55/5$9,496
Skilled Nursing Facility at North Hill (the)
Needham, MA
3.4 mi4/53/55/5$16,153

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Lasell House?▾
Lasell House has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Lasell House cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Massachusetts is $14,296/month for a semi-private room and $15,189/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Lasell House participates in Medicare, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Lasell House had any health inspection violations?▾
Lasell House had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 11, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Lasell House?▾
Lasell House provides 4.94 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.66 RN hours, 0.39 LPN hours, and 2.88 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 34.5%.
How many beds does Lasell House have?▾
Lasell House has 44 certified beds with an average of 23.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 53% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Lasell House?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Massachusetts, including 1 in Newton. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Lasell House?▾
On Google Maps, Lasell House has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 40 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.