Whitney Center
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Hamden, CT
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Whitney Center

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Hamden, 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.
Whitney Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Whitney Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Whitney Center

Whitney Center in Hamden, CT, provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Hospice supports a person nearing the end of life, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Because Whitney Center offers several care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time and who could remain in the community as those needs change. The community has 59 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences: a studio suits one person, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together.

Whitneyville is car dependent, with a Walk Score of 31 out of 100, so most errands require a car or a ride. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy during recovery or ongoing functional support. Total nurse staffing is 6 hours and 12 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident, and Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public coverage options alongside direct payment.

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.
At CT avg. At 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.
▼ 27.1% Below CT avg. ▼ 27.1% Below CT avg.CT average: 2.7Click 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.
▲ 61.8% Above CT avg. ▲ 61.8% Above CT avg.CT average: 3.1Click 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.
▼ 19.4% Below CT avg. ▼ 19.4% Below CT avg.CT average: 3.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q2 2026 (April 1 – June 30, 2026).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Sep 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 2nd out of 60 nursing 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.
↑ 55% · CT 4h 0mThis facility: 6h 12m per resident per day, 55% above the Connecticut average of 4h 0m (among Connecticut facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #2 / 60Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 2nd out of 60 nursing 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 60 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 compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
6h 12m

Standout metric: Physical therapist is +301% above Connecticut average

1 of 6 metrics below Connecticut average

Staff by category

Q2 2026 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2026.
Certified Nursing Assistant3523587,08191100%7.2
Registered Nurse1017272,90091100%8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse118198117481%7.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician0336808088%4.4
Physical Therapy Assistant0334937886%6.1
Administrator1014885864%8.4
RN Director of Nursing1124595864%7.7
Nurse Practitioner1014506066%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1013795055%7.6
Dietitian1013305965%5.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist1011942629%7.4
Physical Therapy Aide022962224%4.4
Occupational Therapy Aide011761516%5.1
Medical Director011522629%2
Occupational Therapy Assistant033173033%0.6
Qualified Social Worker0111189%1.4
58 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
27 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
19 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 81%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
Coverage 88%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 59 Rank #57 / 68Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 57th out of 68 nursing 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 compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #2 / 56Years in operation — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 2nd out of 56 nursing homes we track in Connecticut for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Connecticut facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
47 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #45 / 76Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 45th out of 76 nursing 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 compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
31 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #63 / 64Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 63rd out of 64 nursing homes we track in Connecticut for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Connecticut average, with its Statewide rank out of 64. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
38% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Connecticut average: 85.9%
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.
86 days
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Private Room
$610/Day

License Details

Facility TypeChronic & Convalescent Nursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 4, 2009
ExpirationMarch 31, 2027
License Number985C
CMS Certification Number075290

Safety & Compliance

Resident Council

Languages Spoken

Spanish

Staff Details (State Data)

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

Additional Services

3 services
Housekeeping
Transportation
Beauty Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Amenities & Lifestyle

Swimming Pool

Faith & Spiritual Life

Religious ServicesCatholic, Congregational, Episcopal, Jewish, Protestant

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
Room Types
Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed

Contact Whitney Center

This profile shows two inspection records, and their totals often differ. Inspection History and the Inspection Scorecard below are state data — the figures the state publishes and the state inspection reports we hold on file — covering the entire facility. CMS Health Inspection History covers only this home's Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing beds, from federal certification surveys.

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 2017 · 9 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
32 deficiencies 10 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 2017 vs. Connecticut state average
Overall vs. CT average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (78% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (100% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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

This FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3218.0 This facility has 78% more total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut nursing home (32 vs. CT avg 18).↑ 78% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.21.6 This facility has 100% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut nursing home (3.2 vs. CT avg 1.6).↑ 100% worse

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

This FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1013.0 This facility has had 23% fewer total inspections than the Connecticut average (10 vs. CT avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 23% fewer
Inspections

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2022 · 4 years of data · Last health inspection Jun 2026

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Total health inspections
3 ↓ 60% · CT 7.5This facility: 3, 60% below the CT average of 7.5 (among CT facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
34 Rank #28 / 63Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 28th out of 63 nursing 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 63 CT facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 10% · CT 37.7This facility: 34, 10% below the CT average of 37.7 (among CT facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
11.33 Rank #61 / 63Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 61st out of 63 nursing homes we track in Connecticut for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Connecticut mean across 63 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↑ 115% · CT 5.27This facility: 11.33, 115% above the CT average of 5.27 (among CT facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 34 of 34 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 34 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 ↓ 100% · CT 0.4This facility: 0, 100% below the CT average of 0.4 (among CT facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
2 ↑ 100% · CT 1This facility: 2, 100% above the CT average of 1 (among CT facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
29 ↓ 14% · CT 33.6This facility: 29, 14% below the CT average of 33.6 (among CT facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
3 ↑ 7% · CT 2.8This facility: 3, 7% above the CT average of 2.8 (among CT facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Jun 18, 2026 · 17 citations, all corrected

Most cited category: Quality of Life & Care, 10 of 34 citations · 9 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Jun 18, 2026 17 citations
Abuse/Neglect serious citation Corrected
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Administration moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning minor citation Corrected
Care Planning minor citation Corrected
Nursing Services minor citation Corrected
Dec 04, 2024 10 citations
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Sep 07, 2022 7 citations
Nursing Services moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 34 citations
Quality of Life & Care 10 deficiencies (29%)
Resident Rights 7 deficiencies (21%)
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 5 deficiencies (15%)
Nutrition & Dietary 3 deficiencies (9%)
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation 3 deficiencies (9%)
Infection Control 2 deficiencies (6%)
Nursing & Physician Services 2 deficiencies (6%)
Administration 1 deficiency (3%)
Pharmacy Services 1 deficiency (3%)
How citations are counted

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

32 of 34 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 34 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. 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.

Enforcement

Penalties and fines About 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 Oct 2026

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials on record since Oct 2023.

Clean record
Total fines
$0 CT avg $40KConnecticut average: $39,861. Average among the 109 Connecticut facilities with a penalty on record.US avg $66KUS average: $66,281, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Number of fines
0 CT avg 1.63Connecticut average: 1.63. Average among the 109 Connecticut facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 1.88US average: 1.88, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials What is a payment denial? Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0 CT avg 0.12Connecticut average: 0.12. Average among the 109 Connecticut facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 0.35US average: 0.35, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Health Outcomes

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the Connecticut average.

Data as of Oct 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 3 / 5 Average ↓ 10% · CT 3.4This facility: 3.0, 10% below the CT average of 3.4 (among CT facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 4 / 5 Above average ↑ 17% · CT 3.4This facility: 4.0, 17% above the CT average of 3.4 (among CT facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 13.4 Score · lower is better ↑ 45% · CT 9.3This facility: 13.4, 45% above the CT average of 9.3 (among CT facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 34.3 Score · lower is better ↑ 81% · CT 18.9This facility: 34.3, 81% above the CT average of 18.9 (among CT facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

9 long-stay measures: 4 better, 5 worse

8 short-stay measures: 3 better, 1 worse, 1 near CT average, 3 compared with US only

Financials

Money and staffing.

Whitney Center’s finances from its CMS cost report for the fiscal year ending December 2024, compared with 59 Connecticut nursing homes that filed a recent report. Includes all financial data for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

FY Dec 2024

Is it financially stable?

Losing money on care, and more than last year

−990.8% operating margin

−141.6 pts vs prior year

An operating loss in 8 of the last 8 reported years. Other income ($33.3M) trims the net loss to −$3.3M. Watch for cost-cutting that reaches staffing.

Does it invest in staff?

Spends more on payroll than most Connecticut homes

466.1% payroll share of revenue

CT average 66.2%Rank #1 / 59Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 1st out of 59 nursing homes we track in Connecticut for payroll % of net patient revenue. 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 compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Payroll rose $0.4M while revenue fell $0.5M. Check hours per resident in the staffing section to confirm it reaches the floor.

Who this home usually serves

Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.
Over a year: CMS SNF Cost Report, FY2024 Snapshot: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (quarterly), Sep 2026
Resident snapshot
23 residents · Sep 2026 Residents counted on the date of the latest CMS report, which updates quarterly.
Medicare 4 · 17%
Medicaid 6 · 26%
Private pay & other 13 · 57%
Shows care patterns over time; not used to rate this facility.

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Typical stay

Medicare 6 days Medicaid 6 years Private pay & other 7 - 8 months

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Address 3.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Hamden's city center to Whitney Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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: 66.2% 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.
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HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Wallingford (Wallingford Center)
130
Facility 130
CT AVG 128
Rank #30 / 68
95.2%
Facility 95.2%
CT AVG 85.9%
Rank #8 / 64
+11%
3.49
Facility 3.49
CT AVG 4.00
Rank #42 / 60
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -29%-13%
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CT AVG $40.0k
Rank #1 / 64
16
Facility 16
CT AVG 37.7
Rank #5 / 63
4.0
Facility 4.0
CT AVG 5.3
Rank #20 / 63
-124-
39
Facility 39
CT AVG 38
Rank #30 / 76
Barry Bokow 2012 Family Trust
$20.5MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $20.5MFiscal year ending 09/2024
CT AVG $19.8M
Rank #21 / 59
$11.3MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $11.3MFiscal year ending 09/2024
CT AVG $11.1M
Rank #19 / 59
55%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility 55%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
CT AVG 66.2%
Rank #41 / 59
075261
Bradley Home & Pavilion ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
RESC
RC
SNF
Meriden
30
Facility 30
CT AVG 128
Rank #65 / 68
94.7%
Facility 94.7%
CT AVG 85.9%
Rank #11 / 64
+10%
4.57
Facility 4.57
CT AVG 4.00
Rank #17 / 60
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +22%+14%
$8.3k
Facility $8.3k
CT AVG $40.0k
Rank #39 / 64
23
Facility 23
CT AVG 37.7
Rank #9 / 63
4.6
Facility 4.6
CT AVG 5.3
Rank #12 / 63
128-
56
Facility 56
CT AVG 38
Rank #20 / 76
The Bradley Home
$6.5MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $6.5MFiscal year ending 09/2024
CT AVG $19.8M
Rank #57 / 59
$4.8MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 09/2024
CT AVG $11.1M
Rank #50 / 59
73.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility 73.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
CT AVG 66.2%
Rank #8 / 59
075439
The Suffield House ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
AL
Suffield
128
Facility 128
CT AVG 128
Rank #31 / 68
96.6%
Facility 96.6%
CT AVG 85.9%
Rank #2 / 64
+12%
3.64
Facility 3.64
CT AVG 4.00
Rank #39 / 60
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -73%-9%
$0
Facility $0
CT AVG $40.0k
Rank #1 / 64
23
Facility 23
CT AVG 37.7
Rank #9 / 63
2.9
Facility 2.9
CT AVG 5.3
Rank #3 / 63
1124-
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 38
Rank #76 / 76
Suffield Snf Operations Holdings LLC$18.8M*Fiscal year ending 12/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$11.8M*Fiscal year ending 12/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.62.7%*Fiscal year ending 12/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.075347
Whitney Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Hamden (Whitneyville)
59
Facility 59
CT AVG 128
Rank #57 / 68
38.0%
Facility 38.0%
CT AVG 85.9%
Rank #63 / 64
-56%
6.19
Facility 6.19
CT AVG 4.00
Rank #2 / 60
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +91%+55%
$0
Facility $0
CT AVG $40.0k
Rank #1 / 64
34
Facility 34
CT AVG 37.7
Rank #28 / 63
11.3
Facility 11.3
CT AVG 5.3
Rank #61 / 63
222A+
31
Facility 31
CT AVG 38
Rank #45 / 76
Kenneth Sandberg
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CT AVG $19.8M
Rank #59 / 59
$17.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $17.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CT AVG $11.1M
Rank #8 / 59
466.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 466.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
CT AVG 66.2%
Rank #1 / 59
075290
Connecticut Baptist Homes ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
IL
RESC
SNF
Meriden
60
Facility 60
CT AVG 128
Rank #55 / 68
97.7%
Facility 97.7%
CT AVG 85.9%
Rank #1 / 64
+14%
4.27
Facility 4.27
CT AVG 4.00
Rank #20 / 60
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -5%+7%
$59.3k
Facility $59.3k
CT AVG $40.0k
Rank #61 / 64
20
Facility 20
CT AVG 37.7
Rank #14 / 63
5.0
Facility 5.0
CT AVG 5.3
Rank #41 / 63
359-
14
Facility 14
CT AVG 38
Rank #62 / 76
Frank Amazeen
$6.7MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $6.7MFiscal year ending 09/2024
CT AVG $19.8M
Rank #56 / 59
$4.8MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 09/2024
CT AVG $11.1M
Rank #51 / 59
71.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility 71.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
CT AVG 66.2%
Rank #10 / 59
075352

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Frequently Asked Questions about Whitney Center

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is Whitney Center in?
Whitney Center is in the Whitneyville neighborhood of Hamden.
02 What languages are spoken at Whitney Center?
The team at Whitney Center speaks Spanish.
03 Is Whitney Center in a walkable area?
Whitney Center has a walk score of 31. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
04 What is the license number of Whitney Center?
According to CT state health department records, Whitney Center's license number is 985C.
05 When does Whitney Center's license expire?
According to CT state health department records, Whitney Center's license expires on March 31, 2027.
06 What is the occupancy rate at Whitney Center?
Whitney Center's occupancy is 38%.
07 How long has Whitney Center been in business?
Whitney Center has been operating for approximately 47 years, based on available licensing and registration records.