Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Stamford, Connecticut
1 of 5 nursing homes in Stamford (20%) meet our strict criteria. The Connecticut statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 3 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
574
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$29,913 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Stamford, Connecticut, is adequate, with only 20% of the five facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while EDGEHILL HEALTH CENTER stands out with an A+ rating, there is one facility in the caution tier and another to avoid due to fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 EDGEHILL HEALTH CENTER (95) — Edgehill Health Center boasts an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-tier CMS rating of 5★, reflecting its commitment to excellent care and services. With an A+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility maintains high standards in a cozy 46-bed environment, ensuring personalized attention for all residents.
The other 4 Stamford facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $29K.
Recommended
Edgehill Health Center boasts an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-tier CMS rating of 5★, reflecting its commitment to excellent care and services. With an A+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility maintains high standards in a cozy 46-bed environment, ensuring personalized attention for all residents.
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 | Stamford Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
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 $29,913
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Stamford 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?"
Stamford's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 5 Stamford facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Stamford avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Stamford 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 Stamford, CT are recommended?
1 of 5 nursing homes in Stamford (20%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Stamford "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 Stamford?
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.