Orange Health Care Center

Nursing Home in Connecticut

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.
Orange Health Care Center

Nursing Home in Connecticut

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.

Overview of Orange Health Care Center

Orange Health Care Center is a well-regarded nursing home in Orange, CT, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community ensures residents’ comfort and healing with its supportive and nurturing environment. Therapy services, nutritious meals, and recreational activities are also offered to enhance residents’ quality of life. Residents also receive individualized care to meet their healthcare needs and preferences.

Trivia, games, and social events provide residents with plenty of opportunities for recreation and wellness, as well as social interactions. Pet-friendly spaces for pet visits and an accessible patio also prevent isolation and loneliness. Residents here also have easy access to leisure and necessities, as shopping centers and public transportation are available nearby. As the only skilled nursing community in Orange, this nursing home continuously provides exceptional quality of care to help older adults recover and live to their potential.

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 ▲ 1.7 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.
5/5 ▲ 1.9 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.
4/5 ▲ 0.6 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.
4/5 ▲ 0.4 Connecticut average: 3.6/5

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 This home is ranked 35th out of 70 homes in Connecticut.

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.
3h 44m per day
This facility Connecticut avg (4h 4m per day)
vs Connecticut avg
-8%

0 of 5 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +180% 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. 47m per day ▲ 12% State avg: 42m per day · National avg: 41m 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 21m per day ▲ 3% 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 24m per day ■ Avg 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. 14m per day ▲ 180% 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. 35m per day ▲ 25% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 60
Avg. Length of Stay
259 days

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

89% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 20 days

Private pay

2% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 years

Medicaid

9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$9.6M
Operating loss
-$179.3K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$9.6M
Operating loss
-$179.3K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.6M
37.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.1M
Total costs $9.8M
Years in operation
7 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 56 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Services

Cardiac; Orthopedic And Stroke
Dementia Care
Hospice
Iv Therapy
Pulmonary And Vascular Management
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Recreation
Rehabilitation Therapy

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
In line with Connecticut average
Occupied beds
50 / 60
Average residents 102 per day

License Details

Facility TypeChronic & Convalescent Nursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 16, 2018
ExpirationJune 30, 2026
License Number2449
Awards5 Star Rating from CMS

Room costs

Private Room (2 rooms) $233 per day
Semi-Private Room (58 rooms) $223 per day

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

Filipino French Haitian Italian Japanese Latin Spanish

Staff Composition (State Data)

Admin
3 FTE
Registered Nurse
4 FTE
Licensed Practical Nurse
7 FTE
Nursing Assistant
2 FTE
Recreation
1 FTE
Social Services
1 FTE
Food Service Supervisor
1 FTE
Physical Therapy
1 FTE
Occupational Therapy
1 FTE
Speech Therapy
1 FTE
Dietary
6 FTE
Other Staff
3 FTE

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Skilled Nursing

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitative And Skilled Nursing

Additional Policies & Features

Religious ServicesAll Denominations, Catholic, Jehovah\'s Witness

Amenities & Lifestyle

4 amenities
Rehabilitative Services
Skilled Nursing Services
Therapeutic Recreation
Restorative Programming
Specific ProgramsRehabilitation, Long Term Care, Restorative Programming, Therapeutic Recreation, Respite

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: Single-story

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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 Orange Health Care Center

Skilled Nursing Respite 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.

8 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

5 routine inspections

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 1 renewal/recertification inspection
  • 2 licensing inspections
  • 7 plans of correction

Results

7 with issues

0 without issues

Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date September 18, 2025

Inspection history

01-14-2020 Plan of Correction
01-27-2023 Inspection Report
01-29-2024 Inspection Report
01-29-2024 Inspection Report
01-29-2024 Inspection Report
04-24-2019 Plan of Correction
04-24-2019 Plan of Correction
05-13-2020 Plan of Correction
05-13-2020 Plan of Correction
05-18-2020 Plan of Correction
06-24-2021 Plan of Correction
07-15-2024 Inspection Report
07-21-2025 Inspection Report
09-18-2025 Inspection Report
12-06-2022 Inspection Report

61 deficiencies

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

Connecticut average: 19 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Orange Health Care Center

The most recent inspection on July 15, 2025, was a licensure renewal inspection with no deficiencies identified. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related mainly to resident care documentation, infection control, medication storage, and staff training. Complaint investigations from 2019 and 2022 included one substantiated complaint in 2019 involving issues with resident care and infection prevention, while complaints in 2022 were unsubstantiated. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates improvement over time, with the most recent inspection showing compliance after previous citations.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Connecticut average 5.7


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations 20

Connecticut average 32

Citations per inspection
6.67

Connecticut average 5.82


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

All 20 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

18 moderate citations More info Connecticut average: 28.8

2 minor citations More info Connecticut average: 2.3
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Jul 21, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jul 21, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Jul 21, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Jul 21, 2025
Corrected

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

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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)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Connecticut SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL, individual
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
CT

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

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 120
Employees 69
Contractors 51
Staff to resident ratio 2.40:1
28% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average ratio: 1.88:1

Avg staff/day 32
Average shift 7.3 hours
0% compared with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 7.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 21,143
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. 7.2 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 24
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 53
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.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

4.4%

926 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 24 Licensed Practical Nurse: 17 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 6 Registered Nurse: 2 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant29245310,65791100%8
Registered Nurse122142,58091100%7.2
Licensed Practical Nurse717242,16891100%7.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician5051,0088796%5.8
Physical Therapy Aide3038638796%6.8
RN Director of Nursing2027336268%6.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist1675415763%7.8
Physical Therapy Assistant3035067178%6
Other Social Services Staff2024907077%6.6
Administrator1014656268%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1014556268%7.3
Mental Health Service Worker1014226369%6.7
Qualified Social Worker1011756167%2.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant011311213%2.6
Respiratory Therapist1012867%4.7
Medical Director011222224%1
53 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
14 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
24 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 96%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 96%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 68%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 63%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 78%
2 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days 77%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 68%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 69%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 67%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 13%
1 Respiratory Therapist
% of Days 7%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 24%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 50
Medicare
5
10% of residents
Medicaid
39
78% of residents
Private pay or other
6
12% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

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. 10.7
In line with 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. 24.9
18% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Connecticut avg: 3.2 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 23.4%
24% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 23.5%
22% 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 27.7%
11% 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 0.6%
84% 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 4.2%
9% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.7%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.0%
68% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 8.7%
42% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 15.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 10.6%
38% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
14% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 87.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.9%
5% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 93.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.55
26% 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. 0.51
67% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.53

Short-stay resident measures
Average Connecticut avg: 3.3 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 99.3%
42% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 70.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 57.1%
18% worse 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. 29.4%
18% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 25.0%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 10.5%
5% 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. 0.0%
100% 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. 47.4%
12% 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. 54.9%
9% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 50.6%

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