Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Putnam, Connecticut
1 of 1 nursing homes in Putnam (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Connecticut statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
119
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Putnam, Connecticut is adequate, with one facility, MATULAITIS REHABILITATION & SKILLED CARE, receiving top ratings (A, 5★) and 100% recommendation. Families can be reassured as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers, with zero total fines reported.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 MATULAITIS REHABILITATION & SKILLED CARE (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and an A grade. As a non-profit organization, Matulaitis Rehabilitation & Skilled Care focuses on community well-being, offering high-quality, patient-centered services without any federal fines.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and an A grade. As a non-profit organization, Matulaitis Rehabilitation & Skilled Care focuses on community well-being, offering high-quality, patient-centered services without any federal fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Putnam Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Putnam Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Putnam's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Putnam facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Putnam avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Putnam 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 Putnam, CT are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Putnam (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Putnam "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 Putnam?
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.