LIVEWELL CONNECTICUT
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Livewell Connecticut is a nursing home located in Plantsville, Connecticut, with a trust grade of A, indicating excellent quality and care. It ranks #23 out of 192 facilities in Connecticut, placing it in the top half, and #8 out of 64 in Capitol County, meaning only a few local options are better. The facility's performance is stable, maintaining three issues over the past two years, and it has a strong staffing rating of 5 out of 5 stars with a low turnover rate of 27%, which is better than the state average. There have been no fines reported, which is a positive sign, and the facility provides more RN coverage than 78% of other Connecticut facilities, ensuring better care for residents. However, recent inspector findings noted concerns such as incomplete documentation of water management protocols, delayed psychiatric visit documentation for residents needing psychiatric care, and failure to offer the pneumococcal vaccine as required. While there are notable strengths in staffing and care, these concerns suggest areas for improvement.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Connecticut
- #23/192
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 27% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 21 points below Connecticut's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Connecticut facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 69 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Connecticut nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ○ Average
- 8 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (27%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (27%)
21 points below Connecticut average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among Connecticut's 100 nursing homes, only 1% achieve this.
The Ugly 8 deficiencies on record
Mar 2025
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of clinical records, review of facility documentation and interviews for four sampled residents (Residents #22, ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0883
(Tag F0883)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of clinical records, review of facility documentation, review of facility policy/procedure and interviews for th...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on review of facility documentation, review of facility policy, and interviews, the facility failed to provide documentation that their flushing program logs were maintained according to the fac...
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Mar 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, review of facility policy, and interview for 1 sampled resident (Resident #40) with an indwelling catheter...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, review of the clinical record, review of facility policy and interviews for 1 of 2 sampled residents, (Res...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff interview and clinical record review for 1 sampled resident (Resident #58) reviewed for Hospice, the facility fai...
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Mar 2020
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, review of the clinical record, interviews, and review of facility policy, for one of three residents revie...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, clinical record review, review of facility documentation, review of facility policy, and interviews for t...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (93/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Connecticut.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Connecticut facilities.
- • 27% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 21 points below Connecticut's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Livewell Connecticut's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns LIVEWELL CONNECTICUT an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Connecticut, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Livewell Connecticut Staffed?
CMS rates LIVEWELL CONNECTICUT's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 27%, compared to the Connecticut average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Livewell Connecticut?
State health inspectors documented 8 deficiencies at LIVEWELL CONNECTICUT during 2020 to 2025. These included: 7 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Livewell Connecticut?
LIVEWELL CONNECTICUT is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 120 certified beds and approximately 65 residents (about 54% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in PLANTSVILLE, Connecticut.
How Does Livewell Connecticut Compare to Other Connecticut Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Connecticut, LIVEWELL CONNECTICUT's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (27%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Livewell Connecticut?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Livewell Connecticut Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, LIVEWELL CONNECTICUT has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Connecticut. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Livewell Connecticut Stick Around?
Staff at LIVEWELL CONNECTICUT tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 27%, the facility is 19 percentage points below the Connecticut average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly. Registered Nurse turnover is also low at 15%, meaning experienced RNs are available to handle complex medical needs.
Was Livewell Connecticut Ever Fined?
LIVEWELL CONNECTICUT has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Livewell Connecticut on Any Federal Watch List?
LIVEWELL CONNECTICUT is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.