Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in New Britain, Connecticut
1 of 4 nursing homes in New Britain (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Connecticut statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
596
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$722,168 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in New Britain, Connecticut, is limited, with only 4 facilities and only 1 recommended option, indicating a challenging environment for families seeking care. Notably, Autumn Lake Healthcare at New Britain stands out with a 4-star rating, but caution is warranted due to a facility facing significant fines totaling $692,159.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT NEW BRITAIN (70) — Autumn Lake Healthcare at New Britain boasts a solid 4-star CMS rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a Grade B, this facility offers personalized services in a spacious environment with 282 beds, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking attentive support.
The other 3 New Britain facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $722K.
Recommended
Autumn Lake Healthcare at New Britain boasts a solid 4-star CMS rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a Grade B, this facility offers personalized services in a spacious environment with 282 beds, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking attentive support.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | New Britain Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
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
- 3 Have fines totaling $722,168
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions New Britain 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?"
New Britain's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 4 New Britain facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; New Britain avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
New Britain facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 New Britain, CT are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in New Britain (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in New Britain "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 New Britain?
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.