Artis Senior Living of Branford
Artis Senior Living of Branford
Overview of Artis Senior Living of Branford
Artis Senior Living of Branford is a senior community in Branford, Connecticut, providing a secure environment and offering memory care living. Designed to foster a peaceful lifestyle, the community embraces an innovative culture that uplifts and enriches the lives of seniors, even those with memory impairments. Through cutting-edge therapies and engaging treatments, they ensure that residents stay actively involved in meaningful activities while providing valuable memory care benefits.
With a variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans, Artis Senior Living provides personalized living options to meet individual needs, and they are committed to transparency with their memory care cost and insurance solutions. For veterans, there are exclusive benefits available, and the community offers assistance with sales and insurance solutions to ease financial concerns. The environment is designed to support residents’ independence and navigation, with visual cues enhancing their daily experiences. Inside, the family-style interior, complete with fully set tables and restaurant-style dining, fosters a warm and inviting atmosphere where residents can enjoy delicious meals and create precious memories.
9 years in operation Rank #83 / 132Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 83rd out of 132 homes in Connecticut for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Connecticut SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 21 / 100 Rank #208 / 264Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 208th out of 264 homes in Connecticut for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Connecticut SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 21, 2016
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License Number188
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Specific ProgramsCare Services, Culinary & Nutrition, Financial Resources, Community Design
Starting Price$9,795 per month
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 2018 · 8 years of data
19 deficiencies
12 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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 2018 vs. Connecticut state average
Overall vs. CT average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Connecticut average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (7% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (at CT avg)
• Deficiencies per year (at CT avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total inspections (8% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (7% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (at CT avg)
• Deficiencies per year (at CT avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total inspections (8% below)
Latest Inspection
May 30, 2025
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 19 | 19 | This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Connecticut average (19 vs. CT avg 19).— At avg |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2018.
| 2.4 | 2.4 | This facility has deficiencies per year in line with the Connecticut average (2.4 vs. CT avg 2.4).— At avg |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.6 | 1.5 | This facility has 7% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (1.6 vs. CT avg 1.5).↑ 7% worse |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 12 | 13 | This facility has 8% fewer total inspections than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (12 vs. CT avg 13).↓ 8% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on April 25, 2025 substantiated complaints with violations confirmed in a violation letter dated May 31, 2025.
- The July 12, 2024 survey found four deficiencies including lack of a full-time Infection Control Specialist, incomplete client assessments, and medication management failures.
- Prior complaint investigations from 2020 to 2023 repeatedly identified medication administration and documentation violations, showing a consistent pattern of compliance issues over time.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Mitchell Shakun serves as the Executive Director at Artis Senior Living of Branford, leading the community with dedication and care. He is committed to ensuring the well-being of every resident by fostering a thoughtful and supportive environment.
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11.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Branford's city center to Artis Senior Living of Branford's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 9.3 miles to nearest hospital (PACT Gastroenterology Center | Hamden)
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Artis Senior Living of Branford is located in Branford, Connecticut.
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The information below is reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.
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| Artis Senior Living of Branford |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Branford | - | No |
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47
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#208 / 264 | Suite | 9
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#83 / 132 | 19 | 19
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#67 / 111 | 1.0
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#48 / 111 |
| Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Woodbridge | - | No |
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#211 / 264 | Suite | 12
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#74 / 132 | 7 | 0
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#1 / 111 | 0.0
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#1 / 111 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Artis Senior Living of Branford
Is Artis Senior Living of Branford in a walkable area?
Artis Senior Living of Branford has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Artis Senior Living of Branford?
According to CT state health department records, Artis Senior Living of Branford's license number is 188.
When does Artis Senior Living of Branford's license expire?
According to CT state health department records, Artis Senior Living of Branford's license expires on September 30, 2026.
Are there photos of Artis Senior Living of Branford?
Yes — there are 15 photos of Artis Senior Living of Branford in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Artis Senior Living of Branford?
(203) 533-7287 will put you in contact with the team at Artis Senior Living of Branford.
Is Artis Senior Living of Branford Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Artis Senior Living of Branford is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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