Total health inspections
9
Connecticut average 5.7
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
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Memory Care in Hamden
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Hamden Health Care Center
Memory Care in Hamden
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Hamden Health Care Center
Hamden Health Care Center is a highly recognized nursing home in Hamden, CT, that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. The community can accommodate up to 153 older adults with its home-like environment. Memory care, respite care, and healthy meals are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. With its holistic approach to care, the community ensures residents are well-cared for.
Memory-related activities, pet therapy, and cooking classes, are among the life-enhancement programs provided for residents’ leisure and wellness. Cozy patios and park-like grounds also ensure residents can keep their peace of mind. YNHH Outpatient Pharmacy Services, as well as bus stops, are located nearby, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is a great choice for older adults in Connecticut, as it has a wide range of care options and state-of-the-art amenities.
Quality ratings
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
153
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
78.5%
Residents per day (avg)
135
Occupancy rate
78.5%
Residents per day (avg)
135
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
88% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
15 days
Private pay
9% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
8 - 9 months
Medicaid
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
6 - 7 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$24.5M
Profit
$1.1M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$24.5M
Profit
$1.1M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$15.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$23.4M
Walk Score: 28 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Rehabilitative Support
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Types of Care at Hamden Health Care Center
Nursing Home
Memory Care
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
45
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.
27 of 45 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 18 of 45 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
1
1
43% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 0.7
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
43 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Environmental moderate citation
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Feb 11, 2025
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Feb 11, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning minor citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Sep 30, 2024
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Sep 30, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Aug 28, 2024
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Aug 28, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 25, 2024
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 25, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Memory Care around Hamden The information below is reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.
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Arden Care Center
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.
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).
Hamden
271
No
66
-
1
83.5%
18
16
Hamden Health Care Center
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.
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).
Hamden
153
No
28
Private Rooms
-
78.5%
0
0
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1.3 miles from city center
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
195
Employees
171
Contractors
24
Staff to resident ratio
1.38:1
26% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average ratio: 1.88:1
Avg staff/day
85
Average shift
7.5 hours
0% compared with Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 7.5 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
58,083
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
11
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
42
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
92
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
5.8%
3,370 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Aide: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 5
Qualified Social Worker: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 92 | 0 | 92 | 30,311 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 42 | 0 | 42 | 12,757 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 3,510 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,089 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,385 | 69 | 76% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,165 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 977 | 80 | 88% | 7.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 950 | 69 | 76% | 7 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 945 | 63 | 69% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 916 | 73 | 80% | 7.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 520 | 75 | 82% | 6.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 510 | 59 | 65% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 473 | 63 | 69% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 437 | 59 | 65% | 7.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 435 | 58 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 416 | 71 | 78% | 4.8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 150 | 20 | 22% | 7.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 53 | 12 | 13% | 4.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 52 | 32 | 35% | 1.6 |
| Physical Therapist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 35 | 5 | 5% | 6.9 |
92 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
42 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
76%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
70%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
88%
4 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
76%
2 Administrator
% of Days
69%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
80%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
82%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
65%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
69%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
65%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
64%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
78%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
22%
3 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
13%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
35%
1 Physical Therapist
% of Days
5%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
141 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
11 residents (7.8%)
Medicaid
67 residents (47.5%)
Private pay or other
63 residents (44.7%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Active Resident Council
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.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.0
25% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 10.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.4
6% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 21.1
Long-stay resident measures
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
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
25.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
25.4%
34% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 18.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
25.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
25.9%
35% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 19.2%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
15.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
15.8%
36% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 24.9%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.8%
67% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 3.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.8%
49% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 4.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
33% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 1.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.3%
80% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 6.3%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 15.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
27.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
27.6%
61% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 17.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
67.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
67.1%
23% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 87.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
80.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
80.0%
14% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 93.5%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.65
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.65
26% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 2.10
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.20
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.20
44% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 1.53
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
60.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
60.8%
13% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 70.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.5%
In line with Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
55.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
55.2%
21% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 69.8%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
34.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
34.5%
38% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 25.0%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.0%
17% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 11.1%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.7%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.7%
In line with Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
31.2%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
31.2%
42% worse than Connecticut averageConnecticut average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
59.1%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
59.1%
17% 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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Hamden Health Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
78.5%
↑ 8.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1.1M
↑ ~$2.1M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$10.8M
↑ ~$2.2M vs 2022
Profit Margin
4.5%
↑ 9.7pp vs 2022
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