Hewitt Health & Rehabilitation Center, Inc has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 38/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Connecticut. Families considering this Shelton facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
With 3.21 total nurse hours per resident per day, Hewitt Health & Rehabilitation Center, Inc falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.
Recent inspections identified 63 deficiencies at Hewitt Health & Rehabilitation Center, Inc. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.21 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.29 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.85 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.07 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.05 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.22 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0580 Severity DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Jan 1, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0725 Severity FProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.May 18, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0578 Severity EHonor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, andMay 18, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0580 Severity EImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.May 18, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.May 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 8.1% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 1.9% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 23.7% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.9% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 25.4% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 8.6% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 23.5% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $8,018
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 38 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -0 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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