Arden Care Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 8/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Connecticut. Families considering this Hamden facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Arden Care Center is near the national average, with 3.76 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 85 deficiencies at Arden Care Center, including 4 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.76 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.35 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.98 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.44 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.52 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.28 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0760 Severity EEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Jan 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Jan 20, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0610 Severity DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.Jan 20, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0658 Severity DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Jan 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0773 Severity DProvide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.Jan 20, 2026 · Administration 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 | 6.0% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.3% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 20.7% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.9% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 18.3% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 8.1% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 29.7% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
4 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $110,546
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 8 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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