The Commons in Lincoln Given Highest Overall Designation by U.S. News & World Report

November 21, 2024

LINCOLN, MA — The Commons in Lincoln, a CCRC in this Boston suburb, has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for short-term rehabilitation, earning the magazine’s highest overall designation of “high performing.” According to a press release, just 13 percent of the centers in Massachusetts achieved this distinction. The Commons, which is owned by New England Life Plan Communities and managed by Benchmark Senior Living, earned the honor by demonstrating excellence in safety, management, staffing and patient outcomes, among other attributes.

More than 15,000 centers nationwide were evaluated for this year’s awards, which analyze the consistency of registered nurse staffing, the use of antipsychotic drugs, and success in preventing emergency room and hospital visits. Short-term rehabilitation ratings further assess the prevention of falls and serious infections, and residents’ ability to return home. The ratings are determined using data submitted by the community to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Earlier this year, The Commons was awarded a five-star rating by CMS.

The Commons was also named a Boston Magazine 2024 Top Senior Living Community.