The Commons in Lincoln Earns Honors from U.S. News & World Report
The Commons in Lincoln has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for short-term rehabilitation, earning the magazine’s highest overall designation of “high performing. Across Massachusetts, only 17 percent of rehabilitation centers received a high-performing distinction.
A Commitment to Excellence
This honor highlights our community’s dedication to delivering exceptional care. Key factors in the recognition include excellence in safety, management, staffing and patient outcomes, ensuring residents receive the highest quality of support during their recovery.
“Our rehabilitation philosophy is to give our residents the best overall experience so that they can attain not just healing, but wellness,” said Health Center Executive Director Laurie Roberto. “From our skilled nurses and therapists to our compassionate social workers and caregivers, and our attentive plant operations team, every detail here is designed to create an uplifting environment.”
Rigorous Evaluation Standards
Nearly 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.
At The Commons, physical therapist staffing is more than three times the national and state average, and nurse staffing is over 50 percent higher than the average. Nurse and therapist staffing is associated with better safety and outcomes.
These rankings are based on data submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Earlier this year, The Commons also received a five-star rating from CMS, and was also named a Boston Magazine 2025 Top Senior Living Community.
A Premier New England Community
As a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), our community provides a full continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Mind & Memory Care, Sub-Acute Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing.
We offer a range of premium services to support residents in living well and achieving their health and wellness goals.
Our Sub-Acute Rehabilitation neighborhood is a standout, offering amenities such as a large gym, spacious rooms, spa services and a unique culinary experience. With dedicated dietitians and fine dining chefs, the community ensures that dining is both nutritious and enjoyable.
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