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Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell provides nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, memory care, and respite care in Cromwell, CT. Skilled nursing means licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice supports end of life care, palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 175 beds, so residents share the setting with more residents, staff, and programming. Occupancy is 96%, meaning nearly all beds are occupied at a given time. A private room starts at $563 per day, while a semi private room starts at $500 per day. The room type determines whether a resident has a room alone or shares it.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment methods to use toward care. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. Rehabilitation services and short term rehab are available, allowing a resident to receive rehabilitative care during a limited stay. The community has a Walk Score of 37 out of 100 and is in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. The range of care types may make Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell a good fit for a family seeking skilled nursing or memory care, with hospice, palliative, and respite care also available.

$500/Day

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Memory Care Nursing Home Palliative Care Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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Overview of Chelsea Place Care Center

Chelsea Place Care Center is a nursing home in Hartford, Connecticut, offering skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care is secured and supervised for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort for residents with serious or life limiting illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The center has 216 beds, with 93% occupancy, so most beds are currently occupied. In the West End neighborhood, an 82 out of 100 Walk Score means most errands can be handled on foot, including reaching nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes, which may allow a resident who no longer drives to get to these places independently. Chelsea Place Care Center may be a good fit for someone who needs secured memory care or whose needs may change across skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, and palliative care.

A private room costs $500 per day, and a semi private room costs $450 per day; the difference reflects the room arrangement. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 14 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.

The Behavioral Health Program and memory care Program are secured units. Touchpoints Therapy provides rehabilitation services on site, while short term rehabilitation offers a temporary setting for recovery and social services support discharge planning. Pets are allowed, and Judy Konow Hinds serves as director.

$450/Day

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Memory Care Nursing Home Palliative Care Skilled Nursing

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Overview of West Hartford Health and Rehabilitation

A 160-bed nursing home in West Hartford’s Fernridge Place neighborhood, West Hartford Health and Rehabilitation has been running for 17 years. It carries a full care mandate: skilled nursing, hospice, rehabilitation, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, and an in-house physiatry program that’s relatively uncommon at this scale. Respite care and 24-hour staffing round out the service list.

Current census sits at 130 residents, reflecting 81% occupancy. The average stay is 150 days, which puts this facility squarely in the overlap between short-term rehab and longer-term placement. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted.

Nurse aides provide 2 hours and 20 minutes of direct care per resident per day. Both a resident council and a family council meet regularly, giving two distinct groups a formal voice in how the facility operates. State inspections have typically centered on care planning and documentation and resident rights and protections.

The dining program runs a seasonally changing menu built around local specialties. Art, music, and exercise rotate through a monthly activities calendar. Outdoor seating is available. The staff communicates in eight languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, French, Haitian, Russian, Italian, Creole, and Jamaican, which speaks to the breadth of families this facility actively serves.

Walk Score 67 means the Fernridge Place neighborhood is moderately walkable. Some errands are manageable on foot; others call for a car.

West Hartford Health and Rehabilitation is a data-rich, program-dense facility carrying a wide care mandate in a multilingual community, best suited to families navigating complex post-acute or long-term needs where program depth and payment flexibility both matter.

$493/Day

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Memory Care Nursing Home Palliative Care Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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Overview of Mary Wade Home

Mary Wade Home offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, adult day care, hospice care, residential care, and respite care in New Haven, CT. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Adult day care provides daytime care for someone who lives elsewhere, hospice care supports a resident at the end of life, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. Residential care provides ongoing living arrangements with support available in the setting.

The combination of assisted living, nursing home, and skilled nursing can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Mary Wade Home also provides rehabilitation services, including short term rehab for someone who needs a temporary period of rehabilitation. The home has 45 beds, placing it in the smaller-community range where staff and residents can get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 4 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident.

A private room starts at $183 per day, and payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Mary Wade Home is in the Fair Haven neighborhood, and its Walk Score is 84, meaning the area is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby errands independently, while community transportation provides an option when a ride is needed. Mary Wade Home may be a good fit for someone whose care needs could change over time and who may benefit from several care settings in one community.

$183/Day

Types of Care Available

Adult Day Care Assisted Living Hospice Care Nursing Home Residential Care Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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Overview of Ludlowe Center for Health and Rehabilitation

Located amidst the serene surroundings of Fairfield, Connecticut, the Ludlowe Center for Health and Rehabilitation exudes an intimate and inviting ambiance, reminiscent of a cherished home. This exceptional establishment prides itself on upholding the highest standards of cleanliness, ensuring a pristine and hygienic environment that fosters a sense of comfort and well-being. Renowned for their expertise in short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care, they have emerged as trusted pioneers in the field, delivering outstanding services that surpass industry standards.
From a well-appointed barber and beauty salon to a captivating library, inviting lounges, and a robust security system, every detail is thoughtfully designed to enhance comfort and convenience. Their dining services elevate culinary experiences, ensuring each meal is a delectable journey for the senses. From the therapeutic benefits of pet therapy to inspiring religious services, creative arts and crafts, engaging cooking and baking groups, and an abundance of other enriching opportunities, residents are immersed in a tapestry of experiences that ignite joy and fulfillment.

$550/Day

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Memory Care Nursing Home Palliative Care Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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Overview of Complete Care at Groton Regency

Complete Care Groton Regency stands as a beacon of clinical excellence, proudly serving the senior community in Connecticut. With a deep-rooted commitment to compassion, they offer an array of specialized services including memory care, respiratory support, orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiovascular care, and more. Guided by a team of skilled nursing professionals, this facility ensures round-the-clock availability of physicians, therapists, and specialists, empowering residents with comprehensive medical care.

Every room is equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi and cable TV, allowing residents to stay connected and entertained. Additional amenities include access to professional stylist services, enabling residents to maintain their personal grooming preferences with ease. To enhance the overall quality of life, a diverse calendar of engaging activities is offered, allowing residents to explore their interests and socialize. Whether it’s finding solace in the serene courtyard gardens or mingling in inviting lounges, residents have ample spaces to enjoy meaningful interactions. The dining experience at Complete Care Groton Regency is also elevated with restaurant and café-style options, serving delicious meals tailored to individual preferences and dietary requirements.

$199/Day

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Memory Care Nursing Home Palliative Care Respite Care Skilled Nursing

Contact Complete Care at Groton Regency LLC

Overview of Village Green of Bristol Rehabilitation and Health Center

Located at 23 Fair Street in Bristol, Connecticut, Village Green of Bristol Rehabilitation and Health Center is a 120-bed skilled nursing community that has been operating for one year. The community offers private rooms for older adults recovering from hospitalization or surgery, as well as those requiring ongoing skilled nursing care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, providing families with multiple payment options.

Additionally, the average resident stay of 192 days reflects a combination of post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care. With an occupancy rate of about 80%, the community continues to welcome new admissions. Residents receive approximately 3 hours and 19 minutes of nursing care each day from a team of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nursing aides. The surrounding area is slightly walkable, allowing access to a few nearby services on foot, while most errands and outings require transportation.

As a newly licensed community, it operates under state requirements that include independent nursing consultation and quality assurance programs. Furthermore, follow-up inspections have confirmed that previously identified compliance issues were corrected, and the community continues to meet regulatory standards.

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Memory Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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Overview of Trinity Hill Care Center

Sister community of the Parkville Care Center, expect Trinity Hill Care Center to maintain elegance and professionalism for its residents, promoting mutual respect and trust. Specializing in skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, residents maintain an active, supportive, and stimulating lifestyle. The team of dedicated professionals aims to fulfill each resident’s holistic wellness through the continuum of care services. Trinity Hill Care Center helps seniors have a speedy recovery.

Trinity Hill’s center of excellence includes 24-hour nursing care, stimulating activities, engaging social activities and programs, therapy services that include speech, occupational, and physical, wound care, HIV care unit, and diabetes management, cardiac recovery– among many others.

$488/Day

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Nursing Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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Overview of The Villa at Stamford

The Villa at Stamford provides nursing home, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Stamford’s North Stamford neighborhood. Nursing home and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Hospice and palliative care center on comfort and symptom management for people with serious illness. Respite care provides a short stay when a person’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite services may be a good fit for a resident who needs recovery support, dementia supervision, or temporary caregiver relief. The home has 128 beds. Short-term rehabilitation and pulmonary rehabilitation provide structured services for recovery and breathing-related needs, while outdoor lounges, a Zen Garden, and walking trails give residents designated spaces to spend time outdoors.

Starting rates are $313 per day for a private room and $288 per day for a semi-private room, with the room type determining the listed daily rate. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid offers a payment option when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay allows direct payment.

$288/Day

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Memory Care Nursing Care Nursing Home Palliative Care Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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Overview of Bethel Health Care Center

Bethel Health Care Center offers exceptional personal care for residents of rehabilitation and post-acute care services. A comprehensive community that presents a resort-like lifestyle with world-class hospitality offered for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. Expect elegance and luxury for seniors who want to live purposefully and thrive in a community that prioritizes their needs.
The skilled nursing facility approach is focused on specialized therapies that contribute to a speedy recovery– stroke recovery, rehabilitative therapy (speech, occupational, speech), orthopedic care, wound care, cardiac rehab, and diabetes management. The dedicated team of caregivers strives to meet and follow a resident’s individualized care plan for a maximum healing journey. Amenities include a library, a courtyard, a family visitation room, daily meals provided, and a hair salon.

$605/Day

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Nursing Home Palliative Care Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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Hospice Care in Connecticut at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 43/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Connecticut. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 134The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Connecticut. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
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  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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