Apple Rehab Laurel Woods

Memory Care in East Haven

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.
Apple Rehab Laurel Woods

Memory Care in East Haven

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.

Overview of Apple Rehab Laurel Woods

Apple Rehab Laurel Woods is a top-rated nursing home in East Haven, CT, that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. As a family-owned and operated community, the nursing home fosters a home-like environment to ensure older adults are well-cared for. Respite care, pain management, and stroke recovery are among the high-quality services provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community also features an in-house therapy to meet residents’ special needs and preferences, ensuring they recover with ease.

Therapeutic recreation, mind-stimulating activities, and light exercises are provided to enhance residents’ cognition and maintain their social connections. The community also maintains cleanliness and provides state-of-the-art amenities for residents’ wellness. Residents will surely have a convenient and laid-back lifestyle with local amenities, including the East Haven Police Department, nearby. As one of the finest options for senior care in Connecticut, this nursing home continuously provides outstanding care to help older adults live to their potential.

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.
1/5 ▼ 2.4 Connecticut average: 3.4/5
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.
1/5 ▼ 2.1 Connecticut average: 3.1/5
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.
3/5 ▼ 0.4 Connecticut average: 3.4/5
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.
3/5 ▼ 0.6 Connecticut average: 3.6/5

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 27th out of 70 homes in Connecticut.

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 46m per day
This facility Connecticut avg (4h 4m per day)
vs Connecticut avg
-7%

4 of 5 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +20% above state avg
Staff typeHours / dayvs 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. 23m per day ▼ 45% State avg: 42m per day · National avg: 41m 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. 2h 2m per day ▼ 11% State avg: 2h 17m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) 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. 3h 12m per day ▼ 6% 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. 6m per day ▲ 20% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) 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. 13m per day ▼ 54% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120
Avg. Length of Stay
76 days

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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

16% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 19 days

Private pay

54% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 26 days

Medicaid

30% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15.6M
Profit
$202.7K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15.6M
Profit
$202.7K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.3M
47% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.1M
Total costs $15.4M
Years in operation
16 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 10 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Services

Cardiac; Orthopedic And Stroke
Hospice
Intergenerational Recreation
Iv Therapy
Pain Management
Peritoneal Dialysis
Recreation
Rehabilitation Therapy

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
95%
In line with Connecticut average
Occupied beds
114 / 120
Average residents 102 per day

License Details

Facility TypeChronic & Convalescent Nursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 1, 2009
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License Number2350

Room costs

Private Room (12 rooms) $525 per day
Semi-Private Room (54 rooms) $475 per day

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

French Spanish

Staff Composition (State Data)

Admin
3 FTE
Registered Nurse
6 FTE
Licensed Practical Nurse
24 FTE
Nursing Assistant
54 FTE
Recreation
4 FTE
Social Services
2 FTE
Food Service Supervisor
18 FTE
Physical Therapy
11 FTE
Occupational Therapy
9 FTE
Speech Therapy
2 FTE
Dietary
15 FTE
Other Staff
6 FTE

Additional Policies & Features

Religious ServicesAll Denominations

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Rehabilitative Support

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On-site Medical Care and Health Services

Types of Care at Apple Rehab Laurel Woods

Nursing Home

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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.

18 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

18 routine inspections

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 12 plans of correction
  • 1 statement of deficiencies

Results

13 with issues

0 without issues

Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date August 15, 2025

Inspection history

01-18-2024 Inspection Report
01-18-2024 Inspection Report
01-18-2024 Inspection Report
01-25-2019 Plan of Correction
01-25-2019 Plan of Correction
03-08-2023 Plan of Correction
03-08-2023 Plan of Correction
03-13-2020 Plan of Correction
03-18-2020 Plan of Correction
03-18-2024 Inspection Report
03-26-2025 Inspection Report
03-26-2025 Plan of Correction
04-04-2023 Plan of Correction
04-11-2025 Inspection Report
04-22-2024 Inspection Report
04-30-2025 Inspection Report
05-20-2022 Plan of Correction
05-20-2022 Statement of Deficiencies
06-22-2022 Inspection Report
07-10-2023 Inspection Report
07-18-2022 Plan of Correction
08-15-2025 Inspection Report
08-17-2023 Inspection Report
09-04-2024 Inspection Report
09-29-2023 Inspection Report
09-29-2023 Plan of Correction
10-20-2022 Inspection Report
11-04-2024 Inspection Report
11-04-2024 Plan of Correction
12-08-2023 Inspection Report
12-13-2023 Inspection Report

106 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Connecticut average: 19 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Apple Rehab Laurel Woods

The most recent inspection on August 15, 2025, found no deficiencies during a complaint investigation. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of substantiated violations related to resident supervision, abuse prevention, and timely reporting of incidents, including verbal abuse and inadequate supervision of residents at risk for elopement or choking. Complaint investigations frequently identified issues with staff-to-resident interactions, failure to follow care plans, and documentation deficiencies. Enforcement actions such as staff termination occurred in response to substantiated abuse, but fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows some improvement with recent inspections finding no deficiencies after prior issues were addressed through plans of correction.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 10

Connecticut average 5.7


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations 36

Connecticut average 32

Citations per inspection
3.6

Connecticut average 5.82


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

24 of 36 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 12 of 36 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 1
233% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 2
186% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.7

1 critical citation More info Connecticut average: 0.3

2 serious citations More info Connecticut average: 0.7

30 moderate citations More info Connecticut average: 28.8

3 minor citations More info Connecticut average: 2.3
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Apr 11, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Apr 11, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Apr 11, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Mar 26, 2025
Corrected

Compare Memory Care around East Haven The information below is reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.

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Apple Rehab Laurel Woods
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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).

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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)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Connecticut SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL, individual
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
CT

Priority for veterans, rural residents; limited slots (~500/year).

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 160
Employees 156
Contractors 4
Staff to resident ratio 1.45:1
23% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average ratio: 1.88:1

Avg staff/day 62
Average shift 7.3 hours
0% compared with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 7.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 41,032
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 37
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 62
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

1.1%

434 contractor hours this quarter

Administrator: 2 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant6206220,33491100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse3703710,46691100%7.1
Registered Nurse150152,19591100%8.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist3031,2006875%6.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician5059487582%6.7
Physical Therapy Assistant6069028695%6.7
Mental Health Service Worker3037716167%7.3
Other Social Services Staff2027098391%7.4
Other Dietary Services Staff6066156167%7.3
Physical Therapy Aide4045606774%5.1
RN Director of Nursing3034926066%7.7
Nurse Practitioner1014806268%7.7
Qualified Social Worker5054526673%5.7
Administrator0223895459%7.2
Speech Language Pathologist2023576066%5.8
Nurse Aide in Training10165910%7.2
Occupational Therapy Aide101541112%4.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant011253235%0.8
Medical Director011211112%1.9
62 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
37 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 75%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 82%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 95%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 67%
2 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days 91%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 67%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 74%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 66%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 68%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 73%
2 Administrator
% of Days 59%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 66%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 10%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 12%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 35%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 12%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 110
Medicare
4
3.6% of residents
Medicaid
81
73.6% of residents
Private pay or other
25
22.7% 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.

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. 14.2
36% worse than 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. 27.2
29% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures
Average Connecticut avg: 3.2 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 24.9%
32% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 32.7%
71% worse 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 23.9%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 24.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.1%
19% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 1.6%
66% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.1%
83% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.5%
20% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.0%
73% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 15.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 19.6%
14% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.4%
8% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 87.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.1%
6% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 93.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Connecticut avg: 3.3 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 58.8%
16% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 70.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.1%
30% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 61.9%
11% worse 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. 38.3%
53% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 25.0%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 2.7%
76% 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. 1.9%
145% worse than 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. 52.0%
In line with 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. 73.6%
46% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 50.6%

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $82K
88% higher than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: $44K

Number of fines 3
72% more fines than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $82K
Connecticut average $44K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. May 31, 2024
$8K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 14, 2024
$57K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Apr 4, 2023
$17K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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