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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills is a top-rated nursing home in Branford, CT, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community strives to provide older adults with a home away from home, ensuring they are cared for like family. An in-house pharmacy, caregiver respite, and therapeutic diet and nutrition are among the exceptional services provided to improve residents’ living experiences. With its personalized care, this 190-bed nursing home ensures older adults’ healthcare needs are met.
Recreational activities dedicated to enhancing residents’ holistic well-being are provided to ensure they can maintain an active lifestyle. Serene walking paths and beautifully landscaped outdoors also accompany residents, ensuring their relaxation and peace of mind. Set in the tree-lined residential area of Branford, the community ensures residents have a laid-back lifestyle. This nursing home is highly recognized in Connecticut, especially with its exceptional care and top-notch amenities.
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.
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.
This home is ranked 25th out of 64 homes in Connecticut.| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
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Registered Nurse (RN)
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.
| 44m per day | ▲ 5% State avg: 42m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
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LPN / LVN
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.
| 39m per day | ▼ 22% State avg: 50m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
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Nurse Aide
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 11m per day | ▼ 4% State avg: 2h 17m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
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Total Nursing (Weekend)
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 20m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 3h 25m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
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Physical Therapist
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 |
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RN (Weekend)
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.
| 30m per day | ▲ 7% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
32% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
64% of new residents, often for short stays.
5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #32 / 70Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 70 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Higher than the Connecticut average: 84%Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Building Type: 3-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Rehabilitative Support
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
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.
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.
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 35 | 19 | This facility has 84% more total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut nursing home (35 vs. CT avg 19). Click this badge to view the full Connecticut ranking.↑ 84% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2018.
| 4.4 | 2.4 | This facility has 83% more deficiencies per year than a typical Connecticut nursing home (4.4 vs. CT avg 2.4). Click this badge to view the full Connecticut ranking.↑ 83% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.2 | 1.5 | This facility has 47% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut nursing home (2.2 vs. CT avg 1.5). Click this badge to view the full Connecticut ranking.↑ 47% worse |
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 16 | 13 | This facility has 23% more total inspections than a typical Connecticut nursing home (16 vs. CT avg 13). Click this badge to view the full Connecticut ranking.↑ 23% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with repeated medication administration and resident safety deficiencies but no recent immediate jeopardy findings. On December 12, 2025, inspectors cited violations during a strike monitoring visit, and the August 25, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated three medication-related deficiencies involving missed insulin doses and poor documentation. Earlier in 2024, the facility faced substantiated complaints for inadequate supervision leading to a resident elopement with immediate jeopardy, medication errors, and unsafe transfer practices causing injuries.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsConnecticut average 5.7
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Connecticut average 32
Connecticut average 5.82
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
16 of 25 citations resulted from standard inspections; 8 of 25 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 25 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
100% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 0.3
100% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 0.7
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Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills is located in Branford, Connecticut.
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2.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Branford's city center to Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
89% better than Connecticut average
0% compared with Connecticut average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
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.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
31,795 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 67 | 219 | 286 | 38,091 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 85 | 102 | 11,878 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 32 | 42 | 8,817 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 10 | 11 | 2,054 | 86 | 95% | 7.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,936 | 77 | 85% | 7.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,573 | 89 | 98% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 6 | 7 | 1,548 | 74 | 81% | 7.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,488 | 73 | 80% | 7.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,479 | 73 | 80% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 13 | 13 | 1,066 | 81 | 89% | 5.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 6 | 6 | 810 | 71 | 78% | 7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 9 | 9 | 805 | 76 | 84% | 7.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 728 | 71 | 78% | 6.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 513 | 66 | 73% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 498 | 61 | 67% | 8.2 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 490 | 62 | 68% | 7.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 50 | 22 | 24% | 2.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 40 | 21 | 23% | 1.9 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
143Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.5
30% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 10.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.7
31% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 21.1
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
23.4%
24% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 18.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.1%
41% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 19.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
32.6%
31% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 24.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.5%
59% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 3.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.6%
21% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 4.6%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.0%
76% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 1.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.9%
6% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
9.8%
35% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 15.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.4%
In line with Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 17.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
61.1%
30% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 87.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.2%
In line with Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 93.5%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.66
27% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 2.10
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.42
73% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 1.53
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.4%
28% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 70.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.2%
42% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 1.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.0%
30% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 69.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
27.4%
10% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 25.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
5.8%
48% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 11.1%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.2%
58% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
44.3%
17% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
64.1%
27% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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)
82% lower than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: $44K
43% fewer fines than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 1.7
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 0.1
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Jul 24, 2024 · $8K
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 24, 2024Last updated: Jan 2026
The information below is reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.
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Historical financial and operational data for Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills is in the Alps Road neighborhood of Branford.
The team at Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills speaks Filipino, German, Hebrew, Indian, Italian, Jamaican, Japanese, Polish, Spanish, and Swedish.
Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to CT state health department records, Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills's license number is 2470.
According to CT state health department records, Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills's license expires on March 31, 2026.
Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills's occupancy is 94%.
The team at Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills can be reached at [email protected].
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