RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Connecticut (2026)

The top 25 of 190 CMS-certified nursing homes in Connecticut, ranked by CMS overall rating, then penalties, health inspections and staffing — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

1911.6 per 30K residentsAbove national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.0/5
Same as national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$42K$28K vs national avgNational avg: $70KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeRocky Hill, CT

60 West

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
95 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

60 West StreetRocky Hill, CT 06067

(860) 529-0880

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeMoodus, CT

Chestelm Health And Rehabilitation Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
76 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2024

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

534 Town StMoodus, CT 06469

(860) 873-1455

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeStamford, CT

Edgehill Health Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
46 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

122 Palmers Hill RdStamford, CT 06902

(203) 580-6348

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeOrange, CT

Orange Health Care Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection Jul 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

225 Boston Post RdOrange, CT 06477

(203) 795-0835

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeSouthington, CT

Southington Care Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
130 BedsStandard health inspection May 2024

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

45 Meriden AveSouthington, CT 06489

(860) 621-9559

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomeEnfield, CT

St Joseph's Residence

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
25 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

1365 Enfield StEnfield, CT 06082

(860) 741-0791

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Canaan, CT

Waveny Care Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
106 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

3 Farm RoadNew Canaan, CT 06840

(203) 594-5200

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeNiantic, CT

Bride Brook Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
130 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

23 Liberty WayNiantic, CT 06357

(860) 739-4007

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomePutnam, CT

Matulaitis Rehabilitation & Skilled Care

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
119 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2024

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

10 Thurber RdPutnam, CT 06260

(860) 928-7976

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10No Penalties

Nursing HomeDanbury, CT

Havencare At Filosa

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
64 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2024

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

13 Hakim StDanbury, CT 06810

(203) 744-3366

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11No Penalties

Nursing HomeDanbury, CT

Havencare At Hancock Hall

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
96 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

31 Staples StDanbury, CT 06810

(203) 794-9466

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12No Penalties

Nursing HomeRocky Hill, CT

Maple View Health & Rehabilitation Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
120 BedsStandard health inspection May 2024

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

856 Maple StRocky Hill, CT 06067

(860) 563-2861

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13No Penalties

Nursing HomeVernon, CT

Vernon Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
120 BedsStandard health inspection Oct 2024

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

180 Regan RoadVernon, CT 06066

(860) 871-0385

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14No Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Britain, CT

Autumn Lake Healthcare At New Britain

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
282 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

400 Brittany Farms RdNew Britain, CT 06053

(860) 224-3111

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15No Penalties

Nursing HomeEssex, CT

Essex Meadows Health Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
45 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

30 Bokum RdEssex, CT 06426

(860) 767-7201

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16No Penalties

Nursing HomeNorth Branford, CT

Evergreen Woods

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
50 BedsStandard health inspection Sep 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

88 Notch Hill RoadNorth Branford, CT 06471

(203) 488-8000

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17No Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Haven, CT

Grimes Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
114 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

1354 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06511

(203) 867-8300

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18No Penalties

Nursing HomeNewington, CT

Jefferson House

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
104 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

1 John H Stewart DrNewington, CT 06111

(860) 667-4453

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19No Penalties

Nursing HomeRocky Hill, CT

John L. Levitow Health Care Center

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
125 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

287 West StRocky Hill, CT 06067

(860) 616-3700

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20No Penalties

Nursing HomePlantsville, CT

Livewell Connecticut

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
120 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

1261 South Main StreetPlantsville, CT 06479

(860) 628-9000

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21No Penalties

Nursing HomeSimsbury, CT

Mclean Health Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
72 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

75 Great Pond RdSimsbury, CT 06070

(860) 658-3700

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22No Penalties

Nursing HomeWest Redding, CT

Ridge Crest At Meadow Ridge

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
59 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

100 Redding RoadWest Redding, CT 06896

(203) 544-1000

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23No Penalties

Nursing HomeWaterbury, CT

Waterbury Center For Nursing & Rehabilitation Llc

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
120 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2024

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

177 Whitewood RoadWaterbury, CT 06708

(203) 757-9491

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24No Penalties

Nursing HomePlymouth, CT

Cook Willow Health & Rehabilitation Center, Inc.

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection Sep 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

81 Hillside AvenuePlymouth, CT 06782

(860) 283-8208

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25No Penalties

Nursing HomeSouthbury, CT

River Glen Health Care Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
120 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Above Connecticut avg of 3.0

162 South Britain RdSouthbury, CT 06488

(203) 264-9600

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in Connecticut

#5of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Among the strongest health outcomes in the nation (rank 5 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+19.6%Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy79.5 yrs

    A little higher than the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover37.4%

    About 18% lower than the national average of 45.8%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Connecticut →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Connecticut?

Connecticut has 191 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 190 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Connecticut?

Nursing homes in Connecticut average 3.0 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in Connecticut is penalized?

Among Connecticut nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $42K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.

How does Connecticut compare with the national average?

Connecticut averages 3.0 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $42K versus $70K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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