Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill
Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Waterbury, CT
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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill

Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Waterbury, CT
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill is a recently renovated senior home in the heart of Waterbury, Connecticut. Here, the commitment to providing top-level care shines through in every aspect of the facility. Nestled conveniently between Wolcott and Watertown, this premier nursing center offers a picturesque setting and is staffed by a warm and professional team dedicated to ensuring the well-being of each resident. From subacute rehab to long-term care, the facility provides around-the-clock skilled nursing services for a wide range of medical conditions, showcasing their dedication to clinical excellence and compassionate care.
If you have nursing home qualifications on your mind, rest assured that Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill meets the highest standards in senior care. With state-of-the-art offerings, they have the expertise and resources to address various medical needs with specialized care programs, including brain injury care, dementia care, IV services, respiratory care, and therapy services. The compassionate staff is ready to answer any nursing home questions you may have, guiding you through the process of choosing the best care option for your loved ones. From the scenic grounds to the modern amenities, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill is the perfect place for seniors seeking quality care and a sense of community.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill is an independently owned and operated healthcare center that is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name and receive non-healthcare related services. All healthcare-related services are provided solely by Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill.

(203) 757-0731

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▲ 31.5% Above CT avg. ▲ 31.5% Above CT avg.CT average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▲ 7.3% Above CT avg. ▲ 7.3% Above CT avg.CT average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▼ 38.4% Below CT avg. ▼ 38.4% Below CT avg.CT average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▲ 42.1% Above CT avg. ▲ 42.1% Above CT avg.CT average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Connecticut state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 55th out of 67 homes in Connecticut for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 15m per day
Rank #55 / 67Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 67 homes in Connecticut. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Connecticut average, with a ranking across 67 Connecticut facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Connecticut avg (3h 58m per day)
vs Connecticut avg
-18%

5 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric LPN / LVN is +14% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 29m per day ▼ 31% State avg: 42m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 57m per day ▲ 14% State avg: 50m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 1h 49m per day ▼ 20% State avg: 2h 17m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 2h 55m per day ▼ 14% State avg: 3h 25m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 4m per day ▼ 23% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 17m per day ▼ 38% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
72 days
Bed community size
90-bed community Rank #71 / 123Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st out of 123 homes in Connecticut. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Connecticut facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
11 years in operation Rank #76 / 132Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 76th out of 132 homes in Connecticut. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Connecticut facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 15 / 100 Rank #224 / 264Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 224th out of 264 homes in Connecticut. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Connecticut facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
94%
Rank #16 / 72Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 72 homes in Connecticut. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Connecticut average, with its Statewide rank out of 72. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Connecticut average: 84%
Occupied beds
85 / 90
Average occupied beds in Connecticut homes 102 beds

License Details

Facility TypeChronic & Convalescent Nursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 1, 2015
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License Number2400

Room costs

Private Room (4 rooms) $575 per day
Semi-Private Room (43 rooms) $513 per day

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Languages Spoken

Albanian Filipino French Hebrew Hindi Italian Portuguese Russian Spanish

Staff Composition (State Data)

Admin
3 FTE
Registered Nurse
15 FTE
Licensed Practical Nurse
23 FTE
Nursing Assistant
46 FTE
Recreation
4 FTE
Social Services
1 FTE
Food Service Supervisor
1 FTE
Physical Therapy
3 FTE
Occupational Therapy
3 FTE
Speech Therapy
1 FTE
Dietary
13 FTE
Other Staff
13 FTE

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Additional Services

1 service
Long-Term Living

Additional Policies & Features

Religious ServicesBaptist, Catholic, Jehovah\'s Witness, Pentecostal

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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.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data 87 deficiencies 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Connecticut state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2019 vs. Connecticut state average
Overall vs. CT average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (358% above)
• Deficiencies per year (359% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (627% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total inspections (38% below)
Latest Inspection June 1, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 8719 This facility has 358% more total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut nursing home (87 vs. CT avg 19).↑ 358% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2019. 12.42.7 This facility has 359% more deficiencies per year than a typical Connecticut nursing home (12.4 vs. CT avg 2.7).↑ 359% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 10.91.5 This facility has 627% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut nursing home (10.9 vs. CT avg 1.5).↑ 627% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 813 This facility has 38% fewer total inspections than a typical Connecticut nursing home (8 vs. CT avg 13).↓ 38% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The December 6, 2024 renewal inspection found no deficiencies and no complaints were substantiated at that time.
  • The December 6, 2024 complaint investigation identified 12 deficiencies including failure in advance directives, resident mobility decline, nutrition monitoring, infection control, and unsafe food and environmental conditions.
  • The facility had repeated substantiated complaints in 2023 and 2024 for failures in wound assessments, specialist follow-ups, medication notifications, and staffing levels.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2019
Total health inspections 5

Connecticut average 5.7


Last Health inspection on Dec 2024

Total health citations
24 Rank #26 / 69Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 69 homes in Connecticut. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Connecticut State average, with a ranking across all 69 CT facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Connecticut average 32

Citations per inspection
4.8 Rank #25 / 69Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 69 homes in Connecticut. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Connecticut mean across 69 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Connecticut average 5.82


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

19 of 24 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 5 of 24 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.3


Serious health citations
0
100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.7

0 critical citations Connecticut average: 0.3

0 serious citations Connecticut average: 0.7

23 moderate citations Connecticut average: 28.8

1 minor citation Connecticut average: 2.3
Citations history (last 7 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Dec 06, 2024
Corrected

Environmental minor citation Dec 06, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Dec 06, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Dec 06, 2024
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 145
Employees 114
Contractors 31
Staff to resident ratio 1.71 : 1
8% fewer staff per resident than Connecticut average
Connecticut average ratio: 1.86 : 1 Connecticut average ratio: 1.86 : 1See full Connecticut ranking
Avg staff/day 49
Average shift 6.9 hours
8% worse than Connecticut average
Connecticut average: 7.5 hours Connecticut average shift: 7.5 hoursSee full Connecticut ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 31,174

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info 10 total: 9 full-time employees and 1 contractor. 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 27 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 27
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 60 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 60
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.8 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

12.7%

3,951 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Mental Health Service Worker: 2 Occupational Therapist: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Registered Nurse: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant6006014,02492100%6.8
Licensed Practical Nurse270276,73292100%7
Clinical Nurse Specialist7071,8937076%7.6
Registered Nurse91101,35592100%7.2
Speech Language Pathologist0669527480%7
Physical Therapy Aide0559277986%6.9
Other Dietary Services Staff40472592100%6.4
Mental Health Service Worker2246116368%7.3
RN Director of Nursing1015387177%7.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician0554967177%6.7
Other Social Services Staff1014936368%7.8
Nurse Practitioner1014806065%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0444526368%7
Administrator1014325459%8
Occupational Therapist0224206166%5.3
Qualified Social Worker0224155762%7.1
Occupational Therapy Aide1231782022%7.4
Medical Director011471213%3.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant011411%4
60 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
27 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 76%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 80%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 86%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
4 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 68%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 77%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 77%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 65%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 68%
1 Administrator
% of Days 59%
2 Occupational Therapist
% of Days 66%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 62%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 22%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 13%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 1%

Penalties and fines

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.4
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 10.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 16.5
22% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Connecticut avg: 3.4 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.7%
38% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 15.7%
18% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 19.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 22.1%
11% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 24.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.2%
7% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.1%
32% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.2%
28% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 15.6%
148% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 38.3%
153% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 15.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 4.8%
72% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
14% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 87.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.1%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 93.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.66
69% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 2.10

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.73
52% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.53

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Connecticut avg: 3.4 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
43% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 70.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.7%
57% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.6%
37% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 69.8%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 19.9%
20% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 25.0%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.2%
26% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 11.1%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.7%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 62.1%
16% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 57.7%
14% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

41% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

47% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 28 days

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 85
Medicare
13
15.3% of residents
Medicaid
53
62.4% of residents
Private pay or other
19
22.4% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

Voluntary non-profit community
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$12.3M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$372.3K
Voluntary non-profit community
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$12.3M Rank #63 / 73Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 63rd out of 73 homes in Connecticut. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Connecticut average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$372.3K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$321
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #62 / 73Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 73 homes in Connecticut. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Connecticut average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$1.7M 13.9% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #20 / 73Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 20th out of 73 homes in Connecticut. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Connecticut average. Well-run Connecticut facilities typically land around 51–66% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$10.2M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$11.9M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

New residents most often arrive under private pay (47% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 28 days.

Admissions
419 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 41%
Private pay 47%
Medicaid 12%
Discharges
427 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 32%
Private pay 46%
Medicaid 22%

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Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Waterbury's city center to Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.85 miles to nearest hospital (UConn Health Waterbury Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Connecticut

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill is located in Waterbury, Connecticut.
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Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

Age 65+
General Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).
CT

Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Meals Respite (up to 14 days/year)

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

Age
General Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
CT

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day)

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

Age 62+
General Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.
Income Limits (2025) ~$41,000/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not specified; focus is income-based.
CT

Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.

Benefits
Personal care (3-5 hours/day) Meals ($5-$7/meal) Housekeeping Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.
Asset Limits None since 2023 policy change.
CT

Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.

Benefits
Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20% of services)

Frequently Asked Questions about Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill

What languages are spoken at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill?

The team at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill speaks Albanian, Filipino, French, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.

Is Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill in a walkable area?

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill?

According to CT state health department records, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill's license number is 2400.

When does Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill?

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill's occupancy is 94%.

Are there photos of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill?

Yes — there are 11 photos of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill?

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill is located at 2817 N Main St, Waterbury, CT 06704.

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