Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in New Haven, Connecticut
2 of 5 nursing homes in New Haven (40%) meet our strict criteria. The Connecticut statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
614
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$97,484 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in New Haven, Connecticut, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 40% of facilities recommended. Families should note that while the top-rated Grimes Center offers quality care, two facilities have incurred a total of $77,340 in fines, indicating potential concerns.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 GRIMES CENTER (85) — Grimes Center shines with a 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this non-profit facility prioritizes community focus, providing a nurturing environment for its 114 residents.
- 2 LEEWAY, INC (83) — Leeway, Inc. stands out as a 5★ CMS rated facility with a Trust Score of 83/100 and a B+ grade, ensuring high standards of care. As a non-profit organization, it fosters a strong sense of community, making it an excellent choice for its 30 residents.
The other 3 New Haven facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $97K.
Recommended
Grimes Center shines with a 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this non-profit facility prioritizes community focus, providing a nurturing environment for its 114 residents.
Leeway, Inc. stands out as a 5★ CMS rated facility with a Trust Score of 83/100 and a B+ grade, ensuring high standards of care. As a non-profit organization, it fosters a strong sense of community, making it an excellent choice for its 30 residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | New Haven Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.2 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
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $97,484
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions New Haven 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 Haven's city average is 3.2 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 5 New Haven facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; New Haven avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
New Haven 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 New Haven, CT are recommended?
2 of 5 nursing homes in New Haven (40%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in New Haven "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 Haven?
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.