Masonic Healthcare Center
Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing & Memory Care · Connecticut, CT
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Masonic Healthcare Center

Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing & Memory Care · Connecticut, CT
CMS overall rating Info 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.
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Masonic Healthcare Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Masonic Healthcare Center

Masonic Healthcare Center is a trusted nursing home in Wallingford, CT, offering short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Here, older adults are guaranteed the utmost comfort with its supportive and welcoming environment. Outpatient therapy, 24-hour nursing care, and nutritious meals are also offered to help residents maintain their independence with ease. Through personalized care plans, residents do not have to worry about their healthcare needs.

Recreational games, fitness programs, and social events provide residents with a variety of ways to spend their days happily. A barbershop, a gift shop, and cozy communal spaces are also available for residents’ wellness. The Quinnipiac River Linear Trail, Gaylord Hospital, and public transportation are located nearby, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is a great choice for nursing care in Connecticut, especially with its wide range of care options and state-of-the-art amenities.

(888) 580-1130

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.
▼ 10.4% Below CT avg.
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.
▼ 2.9% Below CT avg.
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.
▲ 18.0% Above CT avg.
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.
▼ 17.4% Below CT avg.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Connecticut state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 13m per day
This facility Connecticut avg (4h 4m per day)
vs Connecticut avg
+4%

3 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric LPN / LVN is +18% above state avg
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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. 29m per day ▼ 31% State avg: 42m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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. 59m per day ▲ 18% State avg: 50m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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 33m per day ▲ 12% State avg: 2h 17m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info 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 39m per day ▲ 7% State avg: 3h 25m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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. 2m per day ▼ 60% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info 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. 18m per day ▼ 36% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
113 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

5% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Private pay

25% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Medicaid

70% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$13.4M
Operating deficit
-$1.8M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$13.4M
Operating deficit
-$1.8M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.6M
49% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.6M
Total costs $15.2M
Years in operation
16 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 33 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Services

Hospice
Intergenerational Recreation
Iv Therapy
Outpatient Therapy
Recreation
Respite Care
Short-term Rehabilitation
Wound Management

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
87%
Similar to the Connecticut average: 84%
Occupied beds
227 / 260
Average residents per home in Connecticut 102 per day

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
IssuanceJanuary 1, 2010
ExpirationDecember 31, 2025
License Number1274RC

Room costs

Private Room $715 per day
Semi-Private Room $643 per day

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

Italian Jamaican Polish Spanish

Staff Composition (State Data)

Admin
3 FTE
Registered Nurse
44 FTE
Licensed Practical Nurse
52 FTE
Nursing Assistant
162 FTE
Recreation
6 FTE
Social Services
5 FTE
Food Service Supervisor
6 FTE
Dietary
30 FTE
Other Staff
142 FTE

Additional Policies & Features

Religious ServicesCatholic, Jewish, Protestant

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Dining Services

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Beauty Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Rehabilitative Support

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On-site Medical Care and Health Services

Types of Care at Masonic Healthcare Center

Skilled Nursing Memory Care

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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.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 33 deficiencies 12 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 3 Worse Metrics worse than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (74% above)
• Deficiencies per year (71% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (87% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total inspections (8% below)
Latest Inspection February 10, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3319 This facility has 74% more total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut nursing home (33 vs. CT avg 19).↑ 74% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2018. 4.12.4 This facility has 71% more deficiencies per year than a typical Connecticut nursing home (4.1 vs. CT avg 2.4).↑ 71% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.81.5 This facility has 87% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut nursing home (2.8 vs. CT avg 1.5).↑ 87% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

MetricThis FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1213 This facility has 8% fewer total inspections than a typical Connecticut nursing home (12 vs. CT avg 13).↓ 8% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

Masonicare Health Center’s inspection record is mixed, with recent corrections but past substantiated deficiencies involving resident care and medication management. The January 15, 2025 follow-up found no violations, confirming all previous deficiencies were corrected by December 25, 2024. Earlier investigations documented failures in staff training after a resident fall causing a subdural hematoma, and multiple care plan and medication notification lapses identified in complaint investigations during 2024 and prior years.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Connecticut average 5.7


Last Health inspection on Dec 2024

Total health citations
27

Connecticut average 32

Citations per inspection
4.5

Connecticut average 5.82


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

19 of 27 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 27 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 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

25 moderate citations More info Connecticut average: 28.8

2 minor citations More info Connecticut average: 2.3
Citations history (last 7 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Dec 09, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Dec 09, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Dec 09, 2024
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Dec 09, 2024
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Connecticut

Masonic Healthcare Center is located in Wallingford, Connecticut.
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Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

Age 65+
General Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).
CT

Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Meals Respite (up to 14 days/year)

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

Age
General Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
CT

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day)

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

Age 62+
General Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.
Income Limits (2025) ~$41,000/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not specified; focus is income-based.
CT

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

Benefits
Personal care (3-5 hours/day) Meals ($5-$7/meal) Housekeeping Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.
Asset Limits None since 2023 policy change.
CT

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

Benefits
Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20% of services)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 411
Employees 264
Contractors 147
Staff to resident ratio 1.75:1
7% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average ratio: 1.88:1

Avg staff/day 139
Average shift 7.9 hours
5% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 7.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 99,433

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 117
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 206
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.2 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

11.5%

11,474 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 57 Certified Nursing Assistant: 52 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7 Physical Therapy Assistant: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Qualified Activities Professional: 4 Feeding Assistant: 3 Other Physician: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Physician Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Certified Nursing Assistant1545220653,60591100%8.2
Licensed Practical Nurse605711721,11391100%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist220227,25291100%8
Registered Nurse140142,84091100%8.5
Other Social Services Staff5052,1257987%7.6
Mental Health Service Worker5051,9666470%7.8
Physical Therapy Assistant0661,8158796%7
Occupational Therapy Aide2131,4286571%8
Speech Language Pathologist0441,4268492%6
Feeding Assistant0331,3126571%8
Physical Therapy Aide0448957178%7.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician0778518796%5.1
Qualified Social Worker0226466571%5.3
Qualified Activities Professional0445127178%6.3
Physician Assistant0114806066%8
Administrator1014645864%8
Nurse Practitioner1013924954%8
Other Physician0331375864%1.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant0221233640%3.2
Medical Director011522629%2
206 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
117 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
22 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 100%
14 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days 87%
5 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 70%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 96%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 92%
3 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 71%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 78%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 96%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 71%
4 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 78%
1 Physician Assistant
% of Days 66%
1 Administrator
% of Days 64%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 54%
3 Other Physician
% of Days 64%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 40%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 29%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 235
Medicare
14
6% of residents
Medicaid
145
61.7% of residents
Private pay or other
76
32.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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. 12.8
24% worse 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. 26.5
26% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Info 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 Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 22.4%
19% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 26.3%
37% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 19.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 30.8%
24% worse 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 4.9%
42% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.5%
45% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.9%
13% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.1%
29% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.9%
81% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 15.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.9%
13% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 86.3%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 87.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.3%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 93.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.48
30% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 2.10

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.82
46% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.53

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 67.9%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 70.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.6%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 76.6%
10% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 69.8%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 29.1%
16% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 25.0%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 9.7%
13% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 11.1%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.5%
35% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 41.0%
24% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 66.0%
31% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 50.6%

Penalties and fines

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)

Total fines amount $13K
70% lower than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: $44K

Number of fines 1
43% fewer fines than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $13K
Connecticut average $44K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Nov 13, 2024 · $13K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Nov 13, 2024
$13K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions about Masonic Healthcare Center

What neighborhood is Masonic Healthcare Center in?

Masonic Healthcare Center is in the Masonic Avenue neighborhood of Wallingford.

What languages are spoken at Masonic Healthcare Center?

The team at Masonic Healthcare Center speaks Italian, Jamaican, Polish, and Spanish.

Is Masonic Healthcare Center in a walkable area?

Masonic Healthcare Center has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Masonic Healthcare Center?

According to CT state health department records, Masonic Healthcare Center's license number is 1274RC.

When does Masonic Healthcare Center's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, Masonic Healthcare Center's license expires on December 31, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at Masonic Healthcare Center?

Masonic Healthcare Center's occupancy is 87%.

What is the address of Masonic Healthcare Center?

Masonic Healthcare Center is located at 22 Masonic Ave, Wallingford, CT 06492.

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