Waterbury Gardens
Nursing Home · Waterbury, CT

Waterbury Gardens

Nursing Home · Waterbury, CT
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Waterbury Gardens accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

Overview of Waterbury Gardens

Waterbury Gardens is a renowned residential care home in Waterbury, CT, that offers assistance with daily living activities. Fostering comfort and familiarity, the community ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. 24-hour security, recreational activities, and household services are also offered to ensure a maintenance-free lifestyle. The community’s passion for improving residents’ quality of life is fueled by its high-quality services.

Interest groups and fitness programs accompany residents during their stay, promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement. With its spacious rooms and lively gathering spaces, residents can relax and connect with friends easily. The community is also set in a quiet residential area, ensuring residents have a laid-back retirement. Here, older adults are guaranteed the utmost attention and care they deserve with the community’s exceptional standards of care.

(203) 757-9271

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
192 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

76% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Private pay

5% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 7 - 8 years

Medicaid

19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 43 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$8.6M
Operating loss
-$10.9M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$8.6M Rank #69 / 70Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 69th out of 70 homes in Connecticut.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Connecticut SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating loss
-$10.9M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #42 / 70Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 70 homes in Connecticut.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Connecticut average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$9.5M
110.9% of revenue Rank #1 / 70Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 70 homes in Connecticut.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Connecticut average. Well-run Connecticut SNFs typically land around 51–66% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.0M
Total costs $19.4M
Bed community size
72-bed community Rank #57 / 70Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 57th out of 70 homes in Connecticut.Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Connecticut SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #49 / 53Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 49th out of 53 homes in Connecticut.Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Connecticut SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 50 / 100 Rank #21 / 70Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 21st out of 70 homes in Connecticut.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Connecticut SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
32%
Rank #66 / 69Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 69 homes in Connecticut.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Connecticut average, with its Statewide rank out of 69. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Connecticut average: 84%
Occupied beds
23 / 72
Average residents per home in Connecticut 102 per day

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusOp
IssuanceMarch 4, 2025
ExpirationMarch 31, 2028
CountyCowlitz
License Number1930

Staffing

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

Staff Composition (State Data)

Admin 1 FTE

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Financial Assistance for
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Waterbury Gardens is located in Waterbury, 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)

Places of interest near Waterbury Gardens

Address 2.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Waterbury's city center to Waterbury Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.32 miles to nearest hospital (UConn Health Waterbury Hospital)

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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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Compare Nursing Home around Waterbury

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterbury Gardens

Is Waterbury Gardens in a walkable area?

Waterbury Gardens has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Waterbury Gardens?

According to CT state health department records, Waterbury Gardens's license number is 1930.

When does Waterbury Gardens's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, Waterbury Gardens's license expires on March 31, 2028.

What is the occupancy rate at Waterbury Gardens?

Waterbury Gardens's occupancy is 32%.

How many beds does Waterbury Gardens have?

Waterbury Gardens has 72 beds.

What is the phone number of Waterbury Gardens?

(203) 757-9271 will put you in contact with the team at Waterbury Gardens.

What county is Waterbury Gardens located in?

Waterbury Gardens is in Cowlitz County.

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