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Assisted Living Home

Evergreen Woods

Assisted Living Home

Evergreen Woods

88 Notch Hill Rd, North Branford, CT 06471 View map
Overview of Evergreen Woods

Evergreen Woods is a stunning 88-acre senior living community located near the charming downtown of New Haven. Their luxurious one, two, and three-bedroom villa apartments are tailored to meet the individual needs and preferences of residents. They provide a wide range of services including assisted living, skilled nursing, independent living, and rehab. Additionally, their partnership with Broad River Rehab helps them deliver top-notch outcomes in physical, occupational, and speech therapy. The community is set in a private and exclusive neighborhood, with access to a wide variety of cultural experiences, stunning beaches, and shopping and entertainment options.

One of the highlights of Evergreen Woods is the exceptional culinary menu which is prepared by executive chefs with daily specials. They also have a full-time assisted living activities director who crafts events and programs that are tailored to help residents achieve optimal wellness. Residents can enjoy afternoon tea outdoors, bask in the morning light, take a stroll in the neighborhood, or relax by the pool. They can also socialize in the elegant dining spaces or just unwind in their cozy apartment.

(203) 488-8000

Managed by Amy Welch

Care Services Administrator

Amy Welch serves as the Care Services Administrator at Evergreen Woods, where she plays a key role in supporting the community’s mission to help members live longer, healthier, and happier lives. She contributes to the delivery of first-class care and services that enhance the quality of life for all residents.

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.
5/5
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.
4/5
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.
5/5
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
Connecticut average: 3.6/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
5h 10m per day

This home provides 27% more nursing time per resident than the Connecticut average.

Connecticut average: 4h 4m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 50

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Connecticut average
Occupancy rate 74%
Residents per day (avg) 40
Occupancy rate
74%
Residents per day (avg)
40

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

53% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 22 days

Private pay

47% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$26.8M
Operating loss
-$783.3K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$26,832,758.00
Operating loss
$-783,334.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.8M
25.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$20.8M
Total costs $27.6M
Years in operation
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 8 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
74%
In line with Connecticut average
Occupied beds
37 / 50
Average residents 102 per day

License details

Facility type
Chronic & Convalescent Nursing Home
Status Active
Issuance June 12, 2016
Expiration September 30, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: 2438
CMS Certification Number: 75362

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

Greek Polish Spanish

Staff Composition (State Data)

Admin
3 FTE
Registered Nurse
10 FTE
Licensed Practical Nurse
6 FTE
Nursing Assistant
15 FTE
Recreation
3 FTE
Social Services
1 FTE
Food Service Supervisor
2 FTE
Dietary
7 FTE
Other Staff
5 FTE

Additional Policies & Features

Religious Services: Catholic, Congregational, Episcopal

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 492 - 1,064 / 985 - 1,546 / 1,334 - 1,466 sq.ft

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Evergreen Woods

Independent Living Assisted Living Skilled Nursing
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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.

8 visits/inspections

4 routine inspections

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 4 licensing inspections
  • 5 plans of correction
  • 2 statements of deficiencies

Results

5 with issues

2 without issues

Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date:November 6, 2025

Inspection history

01-03-2024 Inspection Report
01-18-2024 Inspection Report
01-18-2024 Inspection Report
03-02-2022 Inspection Report
03-19-2020 Plan of Correction
06-09-2020 Statement of Deficiencies
08-06-2018 Inspection Report
08-16-2021 Plan of Correction
08-16-2021 Statement of Deficiencies
09-04-2025 Inspection Report
10-28-2024 Inspection Report
10-31-2019 Plan of Correction
11-06-2025 Plan of Correction
11-30-2021 Inspection Report
11-30-2021 Plan of Correction

40 deficiencies

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

Inspection Report Summary for Evergreen Woods

Most inspections found deficiencies related primarily to resident dignity, abuse prevention and reporting, infection control, medication management, and documentation. The most serious issues involved substantiated abuse allegations in 2021, including staff mistreatment and failures to report and assess abuse timely, which led to staff termination and required corrective actions. The facility showed improvement in infection control and abuse policy compliance by the most recent inspection on September 4, 2025, which found no violations and substantiated no complaints. Earlier reports noted medication security and care planning problems, but these were addressed over time. Several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, and no fines or license actions were listed in the available reports.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Connecticut average 5.7


Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total health citations 15

Connecticut average 32

Citations per inspection
5

Connecticut average 5.82


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

All 15 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.7

0 critical citations More info Connecticut average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Connecticut average: 0.7

15 moderate citations More info Connecticut average: 28.8

0 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. Sep 04, 2025

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Sep 04, 2025

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Sep 04, 2025

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Sep 04, 2025

Compare Assisted Living around Branford The information below is reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.

Evergreen Woods
NH

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).

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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

N

Nursing

North Branford
50
Yes
A+
8
Private Rooms / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
FirstLight Home Care of Shoreline East
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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Branford
-
Yes
-
41
Private Rooms / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
HarborChase of Branford
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.

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
-
Yes
-
9
Private Rooms / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Parkside Village
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Branford
-
Yes
-
43
Studio / 1 Bed

Living Spaces & Floor Plans

Evergreen Woods 2 Bed C
Evergreen Woods 2 Bed B
Evergreen Woods 2 Bed
Evergreen Woods 3 Bed B
Evergreen Woods 3 Bed
Evergreen Woods 1 Bed

Places of interest near Evergreen Woods

Address 5.2 miles from city center — 8.98 miles to nearest hospital (PACT Gastroenterology Center | Hamden)

Address 88 Notch Hill Rd, North Branford, CT 06471

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 147
Employees 82
Contractors 65
Staff to resident ratio 0:0
100% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average ratio: 1.88:1

Avg staff/day 38
Average shift 7.4 hours
0% compared with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 7.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 25,533
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 21
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 74
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

23.8%

6,082 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 31 Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 6 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Registered Nurse: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Licensed Practical Nurse: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant43317410,95891100%7.7
Registered Nurse165214,55691100%8
Licensed Practical Nurse112132,89291100%7.5
Speech Language Pathologist0661,0557785%6.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist2021,0056571%7.8
Physical Therapy Aide0669698290%6.4
Other Dietary Services Staff4048177481%7.8
Dental Services Staff3035806774%6.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician0665017582%4.2
Nurse Practitioner1014916470%7.7
Administrator1014685965%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0334177077%5.1
Qualified Social Worker0333566167%5.4
Medical Director0112884954%5.9
Occupational Therapy Aide101801011%8
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist011521314%4
Occupational Therapy Assistant011492831%1.8
74 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
21 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 85%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
6 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 90%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 81%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 74%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 82%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
1 Administrator
% of Days 65%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 77%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 67%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 54%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 11%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 14%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 31%

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. 9.4
9% better 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. 19.7
7% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 20.5%
9% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 18.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 18.9%
24% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 24.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.1%
11% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.9%
16% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 10.2%
62% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 27.1%
79% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 15.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.4%
10% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 72.3%
17% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 87.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 60.0%
36% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 93.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 81.1%
16% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 70.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.3%
17% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 81.9%
17% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 69.8%

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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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