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Waveny LifeCare Network
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · New Canaan, CT
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Waveny LifeCare Network

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · New Canaan, CT
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
3 Farm Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Waveny LifeCare Network

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Waveny LifeCare Network is a trusted nursing home in New Canaan, CT, that offers a wide range of care options, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care. With its nurturing and supportive environment, older adults receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably in retirement. Residents can also keep their peace of mind, as 24-hour care, therapy services, and nutritious meals are also provided. Through a holistic approach to care, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Music programs, stretching exercises, and various games provide residents with more opportunities to learn new things and gain fun experiences. Accessible communal spaces and cozy living areas also ensure residents can rest and connect with friends. Situated near serene parks and local amenities in New Canaan, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. As one of the best options for senior living in Connecticut, this nursing home has exceptional standards of care.

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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.
▲ 64.4% Above CT avg. ▲ 64.4% Above CT avg.CT average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 78.8% Above CT avg. ▲ 78.8% Above CT avg.CT average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 54.1% Above CT avg. ▲ 54.1% Above CT avg.CT average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 42.1% Above CT avg. ▲ 42.1% Above CT avg.CT average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours 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 vs Connecticut averages

Rank #10 / 66Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 66 homes we track in Connecticut for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Connecticut average, with a ranking across 66 Connecticut facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 10th out of 66 homes we track in Connecticut for nurse hours. 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 36m

16% above state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs 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.
1h 13m
+73% 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.
40m
−20% 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 43m
+19% State avg: 2h 17m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing 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.
4h 0m
+17% 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.
11m
+120% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN 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.
51m
+82% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: Physical Therapist is +120% above Connecticut average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 106 Rank #59 / 119Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 59th out of 119 homes we track in Connecticut for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Connecticut facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #242 / 262Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 242nd out of 262 homes we track in Connecticut for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Connecticut facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
12 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #90 / 104Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 104 homes we track in Connecticut for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Connecticut average, with its Statewide rank out of 104. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
66% This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy than the Connecticut average: 84.2%
Residents per day (avg) Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
70
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
74 days

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Nutrient-Filled Meals
Engaging Programs
Compassionate Team
Specific ProgramsMemory/Dementia Care, Waveny @ Home, Telemedicine, Short Term Rehab, Outpatient Rehab, Therapeutic Recreation, Dining Menu
Volunteer Program

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CMS Health Inspection History

Inspections Since 2019 · 7 years of data
Total health inspections 3

State average 5.7

Last Health inspection on Jan 2024

Total health citations
12 Rank #4 / 67Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 67 homes we track in Connecticut for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Connecticut State average, with a ranking across all 67 CT facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 32

Citations per inspection
4 Rank #13 / 67Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 67 homes we track in Connecticut for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Connecticut mean across 67 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 5.82

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

10 of 12 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 12 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.3

Serious health citations
0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.7

0 critical citations State average: 0.3
0 serious citations State average: 0.7
12 moderate citations State average: 28.8
0 minor citations State average: 2.3
Citations history (last 7 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Jan 12, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Jan 12, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Jan 12, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Jan 12, 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.

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 128
Employees 106
Contractors 22
Staff to resident ratio 1.78 : 1
5% fewer staff per resident than Connecticut average
Connecticut average ratio: 1.86 : 1 Connecticut average ratio: 1.86 : 1See full Connecticut ranking
Avg staff/day 58
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with Connecticut average
Connecticut average: 7.5 hours Connecticut average shift: 7.5 hoursSee full Connecticut ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 40,837

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 15 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.3 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 16 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 16
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 47 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 47
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

9.4%

3,856 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 9 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant4704719,06692100%8.4
Registered Nurse150156,42592100%9.3
Licensed Practical Nurse160164,69292100%9.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist5051,9566773%6.6
Nurse Aide in Training110111,9476874%6.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician0661,1918390%7.1
Physical Therapy Assistant0991,1547784%5.8
Qualified Social Worker0228426166%7.5
Dietitian5057778997%3.9
Other Social Services Staff3035686368%4.4
Administrator1014725964%8
Nurse Practitioner1014725964%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014565762%8
Speech Language Pathologist0223265661%5.5
Occupational Therapy Aide0111745762%3.1
Medical Director10115192100%1.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant0119692100%1
Physical Therapy Aide011731921%3.8
47 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
16 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 73%
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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.

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. 7.2
31% 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. 14.4
32% better 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 16.1%
15% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 8.8%
54% better 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 18.4%
26% 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 3.4%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.9%
37% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.8%
65% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.9%
23% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 15.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 23.6%
37% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.3%
13% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 87.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
7% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 93.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.93
8% 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. 1.34
12% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.53

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly 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 98.3%
40% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 70.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.1%
31% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.7%
41% 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. 21.0%
16% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 25.0%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 6.4%
42% 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. 1.1%
47% worse 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. 60.8%
13% better 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. 68.1%
35% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

85% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Private pay

14% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 4 years

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 72
Medicare
34
47.2% of residents
Medicaid
25
34.7% of residents
Private pay or other
13
18.1% 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.

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 09/2023.

Nonprofit
Nonprofit Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$38.2M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$4.6M
Nonprofit Nonprofit Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$38.2M Rank #5 / 65Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 65 homes we track in Connecticut. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Connecticut average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$4.6M
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$8.9M
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #3 / 65Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 65 homes we track in Connecticut. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Connecticut average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$26.5M 69.3% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #20 / 65Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 20th out of 65 homes we track in Connecticut. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Connecticut average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$16.3M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$42.8M
How we calculate these figures

This home is owned by Kenneth Baldwin

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 75361

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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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.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (85% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 3 - 4 months.

Admissions
363 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 85%
Private pay 14%
Medicaid 2%
Discharges
338 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 83%
Private pay 15%
Medicaid 3%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

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Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Connecticut average is: 68.0% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
The Suffield House ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
Suffield
128
Facility 128
CT AVG 113
Rank #43 / 119
96.1%
Facility 96.1%
CT AVG 84.2%
Rank #13 / 104
+14%
3.51
Facility 3.51
CT AVG 3.97
Rank #40 / 66
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -87%-12%
$0
Facility $0
CT AVG $43.8k
Rank #1 / 67
14
Facility 14
CT AVG 32.0
Rank #8 / 67
3.5
Facility 3.5
CT AVG 5.8
Rank #9 / 67
-123-
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 48
Rank #261 / 262
Suffield Snf Operations Holdings LLC
$18.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $18.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG $18.0M
Rank #22 / 65
$11.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $11.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG $10.6M
Rank #17 / 65
62.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 62.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG 68%
Rank #33 / 65
75347
Regency House Of Wallingford I ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Wallingford (Wallingford Center)
130
Facility 130
CT AVG 113
Rank #39 / 119
93.8%
Facility 93.8%
CT AVG 84.2%
Rank #27 / 104
+11%
3.31
Facility 3.31
CT AVG 3.97
Rank #50 / 66
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -1%-17%
$0
Facility $0
CT AVG $43.8k
Rank #1 / 67
13
Facility 13
CT AVG 32.0
Rank #7 / 67
4.3
Facility 4.3
CT AVG 5.8
Rank #16 / 67
-122-
39
Facility 39
CT AVG 48
Rank #161 / 262
Barry Bokow 2012 Family Trust
$19.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $19.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG $18.0M
Rank #21 / 65
$10.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $10.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG $10.6M
Rank #32 / 65
53%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 53%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG 68%
Rank #48 / 65
75261
Waveny LifeCare Network ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
RC
SNF
New Canaan
106
Facility 106
CT AVG 113
Rank #59 / 119
65.8%
Facility 65.8%
CT AVG 84.2%
Rank #90 / 104
-22%
4.59
Facility 4.59
CT AVG 3.97
Rank #10 / 66
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +9%+16%
$0
Facility $0
CT AVG $43.8k
Rank #1 / 67
12
Facility 12
CT AVG 32.0
Rank #4 / 67
4.0
Facility 4.0
CT AVG 5.8
Rank #13 / 67
-70-
12
Facility 12
CT AVG 48
Rank #242 / 262
Kenneth Baldwin
$38.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $38.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG $18.0M
Rank #5 / 65
$26.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $26.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG $10.6M
Rank #3 / 65
69.3%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 69.3%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG 68%
Rank #20 / 65
75361
Bradley Home & Pavilion ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
RESC
RC
SNF
Meriden
30
Facility 30
CT AVG 113
Rank #110 / 119
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
CT AVG 84.2%
Rank #11 / 104
+15%
4.60
Facility 4.60
CT AVG 3.97
Rank #10 / 66
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +73%+16%
$12.7k
Facility $12.7k
CT AVG $43.8k
Rank #43 / 67
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 32.0
Rank #10 / 67
5.0
Facility 5.0
CT AVG 5.8
Rank #27 / 67
-29-
56
Facility 56
CT AVG 48
Rank #99 / 262
The Bradley Home
$4.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG $18.0M
Rank #64 / 65
$5.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG $10.6M
Rank #58 / 65
106%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 106%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG 68%
Rank #5 / 65
75439
Connecticut Baptist Homes ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
IL
RESC
SNF
Meriden
60
Facility 60
CT AVG 113
Rank #93 / 119
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
CT AVG 84.2%
Rank #11 / 104
+15%
4.34
Facility 4.34
CT AVG 3.97
Rank #19 / 66
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +4%+9%
$13.6k
Facility $13.6k
CT AVG $43.8k
Rank #47 / 67
12
Facility 12
CT AVG 32.0
Rank #4 / 67
4.0
Facility 4.0
CT AVG 5.8
Rank #13 / 67
158-
14
Facility 14
CT AVG 48
Rank #230 / 262
Frank Amazeen
$6.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG $18.0M
Rank #61 / 65
$4.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG $10.6M
Rank #60 / 65
75.1%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 75.1%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CT AVG 68%
Rank #11 / 65
75352
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waveny LifeCare Network

Is Waveny LifeCare Network in a walkable area?

Waveny LifeCare Network has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Waveny LifeCare Network?

Waveny LifeCare Network's occupancy is 171.5%.

Are pets allowed at Waveny LifeCare Network?

No, Waveny LifeCare Network has a no-pet policy.

Does Waveny LifeCare Network operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Waveny LifeCare Network is registered as a non-profit.

Are there photos of Waveny LifeCare Network?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Waveny LifeCare Network in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Waveny LifeCare Network?

Waveny LifeCare Network is located at 3 Farm Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840.

What is the phone number of Waveny LifeCare Network?

(203) 666-8004 will put you in contact with the team at Waveny LifeCare Network.

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