Leavitt Family Jewish Home Recognized as “Best Nursing Home” by U.S. News & World Report
JGS Lifecare, a leading health care system serving seniors and their families and an affiliate of Legacy Lifecare, is proud to announce that Leavitt Family Jewish Home has been recognized as a “Best Nursing Home” for 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report. This year, only 19% of skilled nursing facilities across the country earned a High Performing rating.
“We are very pleased to be recognized as one of the top skilled nursing facilities not only in Massachusetts, but on a national level,” said Robert Whitten, president of JGS Lifecare. “Earning this special designation in the “long-term care” category is a testament to our skilled and compassionate staff, our strong commitment to excellence and our dedication as an organization to provide the highest caliber of care possible.”
Of over 15,000 eligible skilled nursing facilities throughout the country, fewer than 2000 were recognized in even one category. The Leavitt Family Jewish Home earned “Best Nursing Home” status in long-term care categories by achieving the ultimate rating.” U.S. News awards the designation of “Best Nursing Home” only to those homes that satisfy U.S. News’ assessment of the appropriate use of key services and consistent performance in quality measures.
“Since 2009, U.S. News’ annual Best Nursing Homes analysis has supported American consumers and their families in making more informed decisions about quality of care for their loved ones,” said Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News. “These facilities set the standard for quality care and should be commended for their commitment to improving the lives of their residents.”
