Map showing the location of SHERIDEN WOODS HEALTH CARE CENTER INC in BRISTOL, Connecticut
321 STONECREST DRIVE, BRISTOL, CT, 06010

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
2/5Below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • ConnecticutAbove only 20% of peers190 rated homes · average 2.9★
  • Naugatuck Vly CountyAbove only 16% of peers20 rated homes · average 3.1★
  • United StatesAbove only 20% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point2★−0.7 vs CT avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star3★−0.3 vs CT avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star2★−1.5 vs CT avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles2★Above only 20% of peersCT avg2.7★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover3★Above only 21% of peersCT avg3.3★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments2★Above only 6% of peersCT avg3.5★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.65hrsAbove only 41% of peersCT avg3.83Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.52hrsAbove only 35% of peersCT avg0.70Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better41%Above only 36% of peersCT avg38%RN turnover59%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$27,846Above only 17% of peersCT avg$21,202Fines · denials1 · 1
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
45citations
12inspection dates
3actual harm (G–I)
0immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Mar 18, 2025most recent

Citations by monthJul 2019 – Mar 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Mar 18, 20252 citationsCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Apr 7, 2025
  2. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Apr 7, 2025
Feb 26, 20252 citationsCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Mar 17, 2025
  2. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 17, 2025
Jan 15, 20251 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Feb 8, 2025
Nov 22, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 20, 2024
Sep 17, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Oct 9, 2024
  2. F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Oct 9, 2024
Jul 18, 20244 citationsCycle 2worst D · no actual harmpayment denial
  1. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Aug 4, 2024
  2. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Aug 4, 2024
  3. F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Aug 4, 2024
  4. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Aug 4, 2024
Jul 3, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst D · no actual harmpayment denial
  1. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 22, 2024
  2. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 22, 2024
Apr 26, 202411 citationsCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. F849Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.AdministrationB · patternCorrected May 24, 2024
  2. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jun 3, 2024
  3. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
  4. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
  5. F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedResident Assessment and Care PlanningB · patternCorrected May 24, 2024
  6. F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected May 24, 2024
  7. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
  8. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
  9. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
  10. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningB · patternCorrected May 24, 2024
  11. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 24, 2024
Apr 4, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Apr 29, 2024
  2. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Apr 29, 2024
Mar 31, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst G · actual harm$27,846
  1. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2023
  2. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationG · isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2023
Dec 9, 20218 citationsCycle 2worst G · actual harm
  1. F622Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jan 16, 2022
  2. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jan 16, 2022
  3. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jan 16, 2022
  4. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jan 16, 2022
  5. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Jan 16, 2022
  6. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Jan 16, 2022
  7. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jan 16, 2022
  8. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Jan 16, 2022
Jul 18, 20198 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2019
  2. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2019
  3. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2019
  4. F660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2019
  5. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2019
  6. F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2019
  7. F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Aug 22, 2019
  8. F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Aug 22, 2019

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.65hrsAbove only 41% of peers−0.18 vs CT avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.52hrsAbove only 35% of peers−0.18 vs CT avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours1.09hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours2.03hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays3.30hrs
  • Connecticut average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better41%Above only 36% of peersCT avg 38%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only59%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year1Leadership changed
  • Occupancy146 certified beds · ~90 residents a day62%Above only 4% of peersCT avg 87%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $27,846In fines
  • 1Fine
  • 1Payment denial
  • $21,202CT avg in fines
Above only 17% of peersFewer fines than 17% of rated homes in Connecticut

Actions on record

  1. Jul 3, 2024Denial of payment for new admissionsfrom Oct 3, 2024
  2. Mar 31, 2023Civil money penalty$27,846

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Chain
Athena Healthcare Systems27 facilities in the chain1.6★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Joseph Colaci
  • Lawrence Santilli
Operational or managerial control
  • Athena Health Care Associates, INC.
Corporate directors
  • Michael Mosier
  • Lawrence Santilli
Managing employees
  • Michael Mosier

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 075350 · 321 STONECREST DRIVE, BRISTOL, CT, 06010.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Connecticut and Naugatuck Vly County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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