Occupancy rate
87%
In line with Connecticut averagePrimarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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Essex Meadows
Overview of Essex Meadows
Essex Meadows is an exquisite home nestled in the scenic town of Essex, Connecticut. This captivating community sprawls across 1000 acres of breathtaking natural beauty, immersing you in a modern culture that embraces the best of life. The home has earned prestigious awards for its commitment to hospitality and a resident-first culture, ensuring that your needs and desires are always at the forefront. Just minutes away from the shoreline, this community offers the perfect opportunity to indulge in a day of water activities or explore the vibrant local scene with its array of retail shops and charming restaurants.
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the walking trails that wind through the expansive land, allowing you to reconnect with nature at every turn. And when it comes to dining, you’ll be spoiled for choice with the delectable options available. Convenience is also a hallmark of Essex Meadows, with easy access to major cities like Boston and New York City via a short train ride. In addition to the stunning residences, this community also offers a range of services, including assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation, ensuring that your specific needs are catered to. Each residence is equipped with individual climate control, an emergency call system, Wi-Fi, and television, providing you with all the modern amenities you could desire.
Marikate Lynch serves as the Administrator at Essex Meadows, leading the community with dedication and experience. She is part of a committed team focused on supporting residents and exceeding expectations through continuous growth and collaboration.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
45
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
86.7%
Residents per day (avg)
38
Occupancy rate
86.7%
Residents per day (avg)
38
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 months
Private pay
75% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$25.9M
Surplus of revenue
$128.7K
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$25,904,051.00
Surplus of revenue
$128,682.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.6M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$17.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$25.8M
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 24 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Services
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Connecticut averageOccupied beds
39 / 45
Average residents
102 per day
License details
Facility type
Chronic & Convalescent Nursing Home
Status
Active
Issuance
March 15, 2024
Expiration
December 31, 2027
Additional licensing details
License number:
2487
Room costs
Private Room (32 rooms)
$603 per day
Semi-Private Room (13 rooms)
$517 per day
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Languages Spoken
Haitian
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
Staff Composition (State Data)
Admin
3 FTE
Registered Nurse
12 FTE
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 FTE
Nursing Assistant
26 FTE
Recreation
1 FTE
Social Services
2 FTE
Food Service Supervisor
1 FTE
Physical Therapy
2 FTE
Occupational Therapy
2 FTE
Speech Therapy
1 FTE
Dietary
10 FTE
Other Staff
2 FTE
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
All Levels of Care
Additional Policies & Features
Religious Services:
Catholic, Episcopal, Jewish, Protestant
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Events
Operating Hours
Monday-Sunday: 00:00-24:00
Pricing & Financial Information
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Essex Meadows offers a fine dining experience with a focus on fresh, local ingredients. Residents can enjoy meals in a formal dining room, a pub, or have food delivered to their residences.
Inspection History
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.
5 visits/inspections
4 routine inspections
Breakdown by inspection type
- 1 licensing inspection
- 1 plan of correction
Results
1 with issues
0 without issues
Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections
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Latest inspection
Date:September 15, 2025
Inspection history
01-13-2025
Inspection Report
01-22-2025
Inspection Report
03-05-2025
Inspection Report
04-18-2024
Plan of Correction
07-17-2025
Inspection Report
09-15-2025
Inspection Report
8 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Inspection Report Summary for Essex Meadows
Most inspections found no deficiencies, including the licensing renewal on January 6, 2025, and a complaint investigation on July 17, 2025, both of which were clean. A complaint investigation on September 15, 2025, identified some violations, but details were not provided, and no enforcement actions or fines were listed in the available reports. Earlier in 2024, the facility submitted a Plan of Correction addressing several environmental and maintenance issues related to facility safety and compliance, with most repairs completed and some items requiring waivers. Several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, reflecting generally positive findings in resident care and regulatory compliance. The recent inspection in September 2025 showed some concerns, but the overall record suggests the facility has maintained compliance with only isolated issues over time.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
State average 5.7
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Total health citations
15
State average 32
Citations per inspection
5
State average 5.82
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 15 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than State averageState average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than State averageState average: 0.7
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
15 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jan 10, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jan 10, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 10, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 10, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 10, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 10, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jan 10, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jan 10, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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AL
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Essex (Ivoryton)
45
No
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24
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Avon
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Windsor Locks
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No
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Places of interest near Essex Meadows
1.2 miles from city center — 13.49 miles to nearest hospital (YNHH Shoreline Guilford)
30 Bokum Rd, Essex, CT 06426
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
103
Employees
71
Contractors
32
Staff to resident ratio
2.51:1
34% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average ratio: 1.88:1
Avg staff/day
29
Average shift
7.8 hours
0% compared with Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 7.5 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
20,624
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
20
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
5
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
52
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.6 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
11.2%
2,303 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 13
Registered Nurse: 4
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Administrator: 1
Medical Director: 1
Licensed Practical Nurse: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 39 | 13 | 52 | 10,558 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 4 | 20 | 4,092 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,014 | 64 | 70% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 1 | 5 | 984 | 75 | 82% | 9.2 |
| Dietitian | 4 | 0 | 4 | 952 | 91 | 100% | 5.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 845 | 64 | 70% | 7.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 442 | 66 | 73% | 6.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 57 | 63% | 7.4 |
| Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | 406 | 55 | 60% | 7.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 398 | 65 | 71% | 5.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 265 | 61 | 67% | 4.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 95 | 27 | 30% | 3.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 70 | 13 | 14% | 5.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 36 | 10 | 11% | 3.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 26 | 29% | 0.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 13 | 14% | 1.8 |
52 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
20 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
70%
5 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
82%
4 Dietitian
% of Days
100%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
70%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
73%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
63%
1 Administrator
% of Days
60%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
71%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
67%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
30%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
14%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
11%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
29%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
14%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
41 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
10 residents (24.4%)
Private pay or other
31 residents (75.6%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.5
9% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 10.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.0
19% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 21.1
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
22.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
22.3%
18% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 18.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
15.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
15.8%
18% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 19.2%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
37.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
37.0%
48% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 24.9%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.0%
74% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 3.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.1%
53% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 4.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.8%
5% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 1.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.0%
84% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 6.3%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.9%
87% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 15.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.3%
40% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 17.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
14% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 87.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.8%
In line with Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 93.5%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.6%
38% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 70.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
89.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
89.7%
28% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 69.8%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Essex Meadows based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
84.5%
↑ 0.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
$128,682
↑ ~$367K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$11,705,820
↑ ~$909K vs 2022
Profit Margin
1.5%
↑ 2.6pp vs 2022
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