Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Most new residents arrive under Medicaid (70% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 3 - 4 months.
Masonic Healthcare Center is a trusted nursing home in Wallingford, CT, offering short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Here, older adults are guaranteed the utmost comfort with its supportive and welcoming environment. Outpatient therapy, 24-hour nursing care, and nutritious meals are also offered to help residents maintain their independence with ease. Through personalized care plans, residents do not have to worry about their healthcare needs.
Recreational games, fitness programs, and social events provide residents with a variety of ways to spend their days happily. A barbershop, a gift shop, and cozy communal spaces are also available for residents’ wellness. The Quinnipiac River Linear Trail, Gaylord Hospital, and public transportation are located nearby, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is a great choice for nursing care in Connecticut, especially with its wide range of care options and state-of-the-art amenities.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Connecticut, the Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section conducts mandatory inspections and unannounced surveys to monitor the quality of care in long-term facilities.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 62 | 19 | This facility has 226% more total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut nursing home (62 vs. CT avg 19).↑ 226% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 5.2 | 1.5 | This facility has 247% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut nursing home (5.2 vs. CT avg 1.5).↑ 247% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 12 | 13 | This facility has had 8% fewer total inspections than the Connecticut average (12 vs. CT avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 8% fewer |
State average 5.7
Last Health inspection on Dec 2024
State average 32
State average 5.82
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
19 of 27 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 27 resulted from complaint investigations.
State average: 0.3
State average: 0.7
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
16,958 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 144 | 155 | 299 | 56,600 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 55 | 60 | 115 | 21,620 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 25 | 0 | 25 | 6,150 | 92 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,319 | 70 | 76% | 7.8 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,245 | 78 | 85% | 7.6 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,792 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,781 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,777 | 87 | 95% | 6.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,575 | 85 | 92% | 6.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1,448 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 837 | 71 | 77% | 7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 7 | 7 | 794 | 90 | 98% | 5.4 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 0 | 5 | 5 | 630 | 81 | 88% | 7.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 609 | 66 | 72% | 5.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 63% | 8 |
| Physician Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 62% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 384 | 48 | 52% | 8 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 228 | 49 | 53% | 2.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 116 | 40 | 43% | 2.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 52 | 26 | 28% | 2 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Nov 13, 2024 · $13K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
5% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
25% of new residents, often for short stays.
70% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Rehabilitative Support
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Most new residents arrive under Medicaid (70% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 3 - 4 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
1.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Wallingford's city center to Masonic Healthcare Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the CT Dept. of Public Health (DPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
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128
CT AVG
113
Rank
#43 / 119 |
96.1%
Facility
96.1%
CT AVG
84
Rank
#13 / 104 | +14% | 3.69
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3.69
CT AVG
3.97
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$43.8k
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14
CT AVG
32.0
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#8 / 67 | 3.5
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3.5
CT AVG
5.8
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#9 / 67 | - | 123 | - |
2
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2
CT AVG
47
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#261 / 264 | Suffield Snf Operations Holdings LLC | $18.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
$18.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG
$19.0M
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#32 / 70 | $11.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
$11.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#21 / 70 | 62.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
62.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG
42.4%
Rank
#29 / 70 | 75347 | ||||
| Regency House Of Wallingford I | NH HOS MC PC RC SNF | Wallingford (Wallingford Center) | 130
Facility
130
CT AVG
113
Rank
#39 / 119 |
93.8%
Facility
93.8%
CT AVG
84
Rank
#27 / 104 | +12% | 3.47
Facility
3.47
CT AVG
3.97
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$0
CT AVG
$43.8k
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#1 / 67 | 13
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13
CT AVG
32.0
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#7 / 67 | 4.3
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4.3
CT AVG
5.8
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#16 / 67 | - | 122 | - |
39
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39
CT AVG
47
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#161 / 264 | Barry Bokow 2012 Family Trust | $19.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
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$19.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG
$19.0M
Rank
#22 / 70 | $10.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
$10.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#24 / 70 | 53%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
53%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG
42.4%
Rank
#54 / 70 | 75261 | ||||
| Essex Meadows | NH AL HOS IL SNF | Essex (Ivoryton) | 45
Facility
45
CT AVG
113
Rank
#101 / 119 |
86.7%
Facility
86.7%
CT AVG
84
Rank
#62 / 104 | +3% | 5.71
Facility
5.71
CT AVG
3.97
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#3 / 65 | +62% | +44% | $0
Facility
$0
CT AVG
$43.8k
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#1 / 67 | 15
Facility
15
CT AVG
32.0
Rank
#10 / 67 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
CT AVG
5.8
Rank
#27 / 67 | - | 39 | - |
24
Facility
24
CT AVG
47
Rank
#199 / 264 | Lcs Essex Meadows Jv LLC | $5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CT AVG
$19.0M
Rank
#31 / 70 | $10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CT AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#33 / 70 | 199.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
199.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CT AVG
42.4%
Rank
#39 / 70 | 75322 | ||||
| Evergreen Woods | NH AL IL SNF | North Branford | 50
Facility
50
CT AVG
113
Rank
#99 / 119 |
74.0%
Facility
74.0%
CT AVG
84
Rank
#86 / 104 | -12% | 5.16
Facility
5.16
CT AVG
3.97
Rank
#8 / 65 | 0% | +30% | $0
Facility
$0
CT AVG
$43.8k
Rank
#1 / 67 | 15
Facility
15
CT AVG
32.0
Rank
#10 / 67 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
CT AVG
5.8
Rank
#27 / 67 | - | 37 | A+ |
8
Facility
8
CT AVG
47
Rank
#249 / 264 | Senior Living Commuities LLC | $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CT AVG
$19.0M
Rank
#30 / 70 | $7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CT AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#48 / 70 | 126.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
126.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CT AVG
42.4%
Rank
#68 / 70 | 75362 | ||||
| Masonic Healthcare Center | NH AL HC HOS MC PC RC SNF | Wallingford (Masonic Avenue) | 336
Facility
336
CT AVG
113
Rank
#2 / 119 |
67.6%
Facility
67.6%
CT AVG
84
Rank
#89 / 104 | -20% | 4.21
Facility
4.21
CT AVG
3.97
Rank
#21 / 65 | -55% | +6% | $13.1k
Facility
$13.1k
CT AVG
$43.8k
Rank
#46 / 67 | 27
Facility
27
CT AVG
32.0
Rank
#32 / 67 | 4.5
Facility
4.5
CT AVG
5.8
Rank
#18 / 67 | - | 227 | - |
33
Facility
33
CT AVG
47
Rank
#181 / 264 | - | - | - | - | 75135 |
Masonic Healthcare Center is in the Masonic Avenue neighborhood of Wallingford.
The team at Masonic Healthcare Center speaks Italian, Jamaican, Polish, and Spanish.
Masonic Healthcare Center has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to CT state health department records, Masonic Healthcare Center's license number is 1274RC.
Masonic Healthcare Center's occupancy is 68%.
Masonic Healthcare Center has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Yes, Masonic Healthcare Center allows residents to bring their pets.
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