Facility overview

Sherrill House is a not-for-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Jamaica Plain, Boston, Massachusetts—a clinical leader th...

Sherrill House is a not-for-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Jamaica Plain, Boston, Massachusetts—a clinical leader that pairs rehabilitation excellence with specialized long-term and memory care. Across 182 beds, Sherrill House serves three distinct populations: residents receiving short-term rehabilitation following surgery or illness (47 beds), those in traditional long-term care, and individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias in a dedicated 45-bed memory care unit. The rehabilitation program delivers results: an average short-term stay of just 7.9 days, supported by physical, occupational, and speech therapists in a fully equipped gym overlooking the Jamaicaway. The dialysis program—operated in partnership with DaVita Kidney Care—serves residents with renal conditions without requiring transfer to another facility, a significant advantage for families managing complex medical needs. Perhaps most distinctive is Sherrill House's commitment to expressive therapy: certified art and music therapy programs deliver approximately 6,000 hours annually—a remarkable investment in evidence-based therapeutic modalities that support cognitive engagement, emotional expression, and quality of life for memory care residents in particular. Social work and chaplaincy services, a robust volunteer program, and community engagement initiatives round out the offering. Recognized by Newsweek as a Best Nursing Home in 2023, Sherrill House offers a clinically rigorous, culturally enriching environment for Greater Boston families seeking skilled nursing with genuine memory care expertise.