Nursing Homes in Windham, Connecticut
Windham has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 210 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.0 stars, which is below Connecticut's state average of 3.0 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-1.04 vs state
Total Beds
210
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
31 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Windham
Saint Josephs Living Center, Inc.
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Saint Josephs Living Center, Inc.
★★★★★ · 55/100 · 120 beds
Douglas Manor
★★★★★ · 40/100 · 90 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Windham
In Windham, CT, the nursing home market is challenging for families seeking care for their loved ones. The standout is Douglas Manor, yet it falls short with a Grade D, indicating significant quality concerns. Overall, families should be cautious; while no facilities have major red flags, the options available are limited and not fully up to par with state standards.
When exploring options, families might consider Windham Care & Rehabilitation for its clean record with zero fines in the last three years. However, be aware that it also lacks a 5-star CMS rating. Unfortunately, there are no well-staffed or non-profit facilities in Windham, so it may be beneficial to look at nearby towns like Mansfield or Willimantic for better options.
Families should definitely avoid Douglas Manor due to its Grade D rating, which reflects various quality issues. Additionally, the absence of non-profit options in Windham raises concerns about care standards. A practical tip for any facility visit: go at different times of day to get a true sense of staff engagement and resident care.
Windham at a Glance
Good News
- • 2 facilities with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • City average is below state average—research carefully
What's Changing
- → 2 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Windham is stable
Questions Windham Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Windham avg is 0.51 hrs (31 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
2 of 2 Windham facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Windham, Connecticut
Windham, Connecticut's Northeastern Ct County seat, has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 210 beds. Families should research carefully—quality varies significantly from one facility to the next.
Windham vs. Connecticut: A Concerning Gap
Windham nursing homes fall below the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 2.00 stars trails Connecticut's statewide average of 3.04 stars by nearly 1.0 stars—a significant gap that families should take seriously. The below-average performance is somewhat surprising for a major urban area, where competition and workforce availability typically drive higher quality.
Federal inspection data reveals 1 facility classified as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, complaints, or CMS enforcement actions. Only 0 of 2 facilities earn a B grade or better, meaning families should be prepared to look beyond the closest option to find quality care.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Windham, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Windham
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Windham facilities average 0.51 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Windham resident receives approximately 31 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Windham facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Windham has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 1 for-profit facility. 1 of 2 facility is chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Windham's below-average ratings mean families may benefit from expanding their search to nearby cities. The following Connecticut cities offer multiple nursing home options:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Windham, Connecticut?
Windham has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 210 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.0 stars, which is below Connecticut's state average of 3.0 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Windham?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Windham include:
- • Saint Josephs Living Center, Inc. — Grade C, 55/100 Trust Score
- • Douglas Manor — Grade D, 40/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Windham nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Windham as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Windham Nursing Homes
Windham has below-average nursing home ratings. Research carefully and consider nearby cities. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.