Cheshire House

Cheshire House is a Nursing Home in Connecticut

Cheshire House is a Nursing Home in Connecticut

Cheshire House

3396 E Main St, Waterbury, CT 06705 View Map

Cheshire House is a Nursing Home in Connecticut

Cheshire House is a Nursing Home in Connecticut

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Overview of Cheshire House

Cheshire House is a distinguished facility that has earned a prestigious five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. As a family-owned and operated establishment, it takes pride in offering exceptional services for short-term rehab that prioritizes individual care and attention, making it an excellent choice for nursing home care needs. At Cheshire House, residents can benefit from a wide range of specialized services, including pulmonary care, aquatic therapy, outpatient rehabilitation, and short-term transitional care. 
Moreover, Cheshire House understands the importance of financial security for its residents and their families. They accept nursing home insurance plans, providing peace of mind and easing the financial burden of care. Families can focus on the well-being of their loved ones, knowing that they are in capable and caring hands. In addition to its expert care and cutting-edge therapies, Cheshire House also prioritizes creating an unparalleled dining experience for residents. With restaurant-style dining, residents can savor delicious and thoughtfully prepared meals in an inviting and social setting.

(203) 754-2161

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.00/day Connecticut avg: 3.97/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Connecticut avg: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Connecticut avg: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Connecticut avg: 3.2/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5
Connecticut avg: 3.5/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 75

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Connecticut average
Occupancy rate 93.2%
Residents per day (avg) 70
Occupancy rate
93.2%
Residents per day (avg)
70

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

36% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

62% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 - 6 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12.9M
Operating loss
-$784.2K
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$12,902,775.00
Operating loss
$-784,186.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.4M
41.7% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.3M
Total costs $13.7M
Years in operation
16 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 38 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Services

Hospice
IV Therapy
Outpatient Therapy
Pain Management
Pulmonary and Vascular Management
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehabilitation

About this community

Occupancy Rate
95%
Occupied Beds
71 of 75
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
Active
Facility Type
Chronic & Convalescent Nursing Home
License Date
January 1, 2010
License Expiration
December 31, 2027

Additional licensing details

License number: 2141C
CMS Certification Number: 75373

Room costs

Private Room (19 rooms) $525 per day
Semi-Private Room (28 rooms) $495 per day

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

French Jamaican Polish Portuguese Spanish

Staff Composition (State Data)

Admin
3 FTE
Registered Nurse
7 FTE
Licensed Practical Nurse
11 FTE
Nursing Assistant
31 FTE
Recreation
3 FTE
Social Services
1 FTE
Food Service Supervisor
1 FTE
Dietary
9 FTE
Other Staff
10 FTE

Additional Policies & Features

Religious Services: All Denominations
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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.

20 visits/inspections

1 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

15 routine inspections

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 1 renewal/recertification inspection
  • 3 licensing inspections
  • 1 complaint investigation
  • 19 plans of correction
  • 4 statements of deficiencies

Results

21 with issues

2 without issues

Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date:November 20, 2025

Inspection history

01-02-2024 Inspection Report
01-02-2024 Inspection Report
01-15-2025 Inspection Report
02-10-2025 Inspection Report
02-10-2025 Plan of Correction
02-18-2022 Plan of Correction
02-18-2022 Statement of Deficiencies
02-22-2022 Inspection Report
02-24-2025 Inspection Report
02-28-2025 Inspection Report
03-25-2025 Plan of Correction
04-02-2025 Inspection Report
04-02-2025 Inspection Report
04-02-2025 Inspection Report
04-22-2025 Inspection Report
04-22-2025 Inspection Report
04-22-2025 Plan of Correction
05-03-2021 Plan of Correction
06-07-2023 Inspection Report
06-07-2023 Inspection Report
06-10-2020 Inspection Report
06-10-2020 Plan of Correction
06-24-2021 Plan of Correction
06-30-2022 Plan of Correction
07-01-2024 Inspection Report
07-01-2025 Inspection Report
07-05-2020 Statement of Deficiencies
09-07-2021 Plan of Correction
09-09-2021 Plan of Correction
09-19-2022 Plan of Correction
10-06-2020 Inspection Report
10-06-2020 Plan of Correction
10-06-2020 Plan of Correction
10-08-2020 Statement of Deficiencies
10-20-2025 Inspection Report
10-27-2020 Inspection Report
10-27-2020 Plan of Correction
10-27-2020 Plan of Correction
11-09-2021 Plan of Correction
11-15-2021 Plan of Correction
11-20-2024 Plan of Correction
11-20-2025 Plan of Correction
12-23-2020 Statement of Deficiencies

67 deficiencies

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

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Cheshire House
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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-
-
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-
-
-
-
-
-
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-
-
-
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-
-
-
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-

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Address 3.9 miles from city center — 4.33 miles to nearest hospital (UConn Health Waterbury Hospital)

Address 3396 E Main St, Waterbury, CT 06705

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

107
Total Staff
99
Employees
8
Contractors
29,543
Total Hours (Quarter)
41
Avg Staff/Day
7.9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse109.5 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse278.2 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant437.7 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
82 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services
14 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services
1 staff
5.2hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.5%
of total hours from contractors
143 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Licensed Practical Nurse: 5 Registered Nurse: 2
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant4304314,30591100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse225276,43291100%8.2
Registered Nurse82101,8558998%9.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,4697380%7.8
Physical Therapy Assistant4041,0167380%7.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician4156447684%6.6
Physical Therapist1015265459%9.7
Nurse Practitioner1014886066%8.1
Physical Therapy Aide2024666066%7.6
Medical Director1014586167%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1014546167%7.4
Administrator1014346369%6.9
RN Director of Nursing2023594853%6.9
Qualified Social Worker2023425662%6.1
Occupational Therapy Aide1011942426%8.1
Other Dietary Services Staff101931820%5.2
Speech Language Pathologist101844%2.1

Health Inspection History

Total Health inspections 7
23% above Connecticut average
Connecticut average: 5.7

Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total Health citations 52
63% above Connecticut average
Connecticut average: 32.0

7.43 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 43 citations
Complaint investigations 10 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations 0
100% below Connecticut average
Connecticut average: 0.3
Serious Health citations 0
100% below Connecticut average
Connecticut average: 0.7
Moderate Health citations 40

Minor Health citations 12
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Apr 22, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Apr 22, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Apr 22, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services minor citation Apr 22, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: RYDERS HEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
71 Total Residents
Medicare 4 (5.6%)
Medicaid 46 (64.8%)
Private Pay/Other 21 (29.6%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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 16.7
60% worse than Connecticut average
Connecticut average: 10.4
Functional decline score 32.2
53% worse than Connecticut average
Connecticut average: 21.1
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 32.1%
70% above Connecticut average.

Walking Ability Worsened 33.6%
75% above Connecticut average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 30.9%
24% above Connecticut average.
Safety & clinical stability

Falls with Major Injury 2.4%
32% below Connecticut average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 6.2%
34% above Connecticut average.

Urinary Tract Infection 3.3%
96% above Connecticut average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Depressive Symptoms 0.0%
100% below Connecticut average.

Antipsychotic Use 25.9%
51% above Connecticut average.
Preventive care

Pneumococcal Vaccine 51.2%
42% below Connecticut average.

Influenza Vaccine 73.3%
22% below Connecticut average.
Nutrition & physical health

Lost Too Much Weight 9.1%
45% above Connecticut average.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine 22.1%

69% worse than Connecticut average
Antipsychotic medication increase 2.1%

36% worse than Connecticut average
Influenza Vaccine 18.1%

74% worse than Connecticut average

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Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

Age 65+, Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).

Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.

~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

$40,000 (individual).

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

Age 62+, Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.

~$41,000/year (individual, adjusted annually).

Not specified; focus is income-based.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.

None since 2023 policy change.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Connecticut SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Not specified; income-focused.

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

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