Winthorp
Apr 2026
Severely understaffed. Yes everyone is nice, but there's not enough of them. I have nothing to compare them to so I can't say if they are better or worse than other places. Maybe that's just how it is at these places.
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 196
- Medicare rating
- 2 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 196
- Inspections
- View history (34 citations)
- Memory care
- Dedicated 45-bed unit for dementia care
- On-site dialysis
- In-house DaVita dialysis center for residents
- Rehab team
- In-house PT, OT, and speech therapists
- Ownership
- Operates as a not-for-profit organization
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Sherrill House is a nonprofit skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Boston offering short-term rehab and long-term care, including a dedicated memory care unit. Reviewers frequently praise the warmth and dedication of staff, though some raise concerns about therapy consistency and staffing levels.
The Good
- Friendly, caring aides and nursing staff
- Effective rehab helped some patients regain mobility
- Welcoming, attentive receptionist and support staff
- Daily art and music therapy sessions
- Physical therapists praised for going the extra mile
The Bad
- One report of therapy hours not matching what was promised
- One reviewer described the facility as severely understaffed
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Sherrill House is a senior living community in Boston, Massachusetts offering Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 85 reviews.
About Sherrill House
Sherrill House is a not-for-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Boston, Massachusetts, serving older adults who are rehabilitating from surgery or complex injuries, living with Alzheimer's or dementia, or unable to live independently and requiring skilled nursing care.
The community operates a short-term rehabilitation program with 47 beds staffed by an in-house team of physical, occupational, and speech therapists. Patients receive individualized inpatient rehabilitation services in a fully equipped sunlit gym overlooking the Jamaicaway.
For long-term care, Sherrill House offers three dedicated floors including two traditional long-term care units and a specialized unit for adults with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. The one-floor memory care program has 45 beds.
On-site services include DaVita Kidney Care, an in-house dialysis center, providing specialized medical support. Certified art and music therapists offer frequent art and music therapy sessions for residents and patients each day.
Types of Care at Sherrill House
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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3.7overall · 85 ratings combined
3.7★ on Google (85)
Valencia Greene
Sep 2025
The Aids are very nice and caring. The conflict comes in when questioned about PT and OT, I was told my mom would get 1 hr. Of PT and an hr of OT. My mom , with difficulty was able to walk when she went in, but because of lack of therapy and onset dementia after 2 months of being at the Sherill House, she was not able to walk when she returned home. So if you have a family member at any facility, I advise visit daily, multiple times a day especially during therapy, so that you can witness it being done and not take their word. I was told daily that she was taking 10 - 20 steps daily. Which was about the same she was doing at home. On release I was told 6 steps. Big difference right. I asked if she could have someone walk with her with the wheel chair behind her during the day as well so she wouldn't forget how to walk and become complacent in sitting and lying down most of the day. Because that's how , by God's help we did daily. She walked with her walker very slowly to the bathroom, to the kitchen and to the living to watch TV. Now. She is bed ridden and wheel chair bound. Thank you Sherill House.
Wendy Toy
Jul 2025
I cannot say enough great things about Sherrill House. They took great care of my father when he was there for rehab. The staff, the nurses, and the physical therapist go the extra mile to provide the support for each and every patient. The professionalism and kindness shown to my father and our family helped so much towards his recovery.
Deborah Greene
Jul 2025
Each time I have visited my friend who is a resident at Sherrill House, I am always first, greeted by a friendly, welcoming, and helpful receptionist. And each time, as have made my way with my friend to her room, the common lunch room, or more recently the patio beyond the entrance, I have been offered with my friend, support from staff along the way. On my most recent visit with my friend as she sat with a number of friends on the patio under the umbrella, staff stopped by to make sure we were comfortable. It is reassuring to know when my visits end, friendly, welcoming, and supportive staff remain there, working inside the Sherrill House.
Christie McQueen
Jan 2025
My mother received excellent care here. She had been hospitalized three times and went to one rehab prior to coming to the Sherrill House. The Sherrill House had my mother walking, feeding herself and using the bathroom alone again! It was amazing. The staff is friendly and hard working and my mother even had great things to say about the food for the most part.
Government Inspection History
7 inspection visits in the last three years, 34 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Apr 10, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected May 15, 2026
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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 10, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 15, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 15, 2026
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 15, 2026
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 15, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 15, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 15, 2026
Jun 24, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 9, 2025
Apr 7, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 9, 2025
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 9, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 9, 2025
Mar 11, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 11, 2025
Jan 23, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 28, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 28, 2025
Jan 16, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard11 citations
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 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.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2025
Jan 25, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 22, 2024
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 22, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 22, 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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Sherrill House offer?
Sherrill House offers Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Sherrill House located?
Sherrill House is located at 135 South Huntington Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts.
What do families say about Sherrill House?
Sherrill House is a nonprofit skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Boston offering short-term rehab and long-term care, including a dedicated memory care unit. Reviewers frequently praise the warmth and dedication of staff, though some raise concerns about therapy consistency and staffing levels.
How did Sherrill House do on recent health and safety inspections?
Sherrill House had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 34 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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