Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Colchester, Connecticut
1 of 2 nursing homes in Colchester (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Connecticut statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
190
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$51,534 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Colchester, Connecticut, is limited with only 2 facilities available, and only 1 is recommended. Families should be cautious, as one facility has incurred significant fines totaling $51,534, while the top-rated option is COMPLETE CARE AT HARRINGTON COURT with a 4-star rating.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 COMPLETE CARE AT HARRINGTON COURT (70) — Complete Care at Harrington Court boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a commendable Trust Score of 70/100, indicating a strong commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, this facility provides effective support in a well-maintained environment for its 130 residents.
The other 1 Colchester facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $51K.
Recommended
Complete Care at Harrington Court boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a commendable Trust Score of 70/100, indicating a strong commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, this facility provides effective support in a well-maintained environment for its 130 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Colchester Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $51,534
Questions Colchester Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Colchester's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Colchester facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Colchester avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Colchester facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Colchester, CT are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Colchester (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Colchester "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Colchester?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.