B

FAIRVIEW

235 LESTERTOWN RD, GROTON, CT 06340
Score: 79 / 100

Fairview earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 79/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Groton facility ranks in the 78th percentile among Connecticut nursing homes.

Fairview provides above-average staffing with 4.28 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 16 deficiencies at Fairview. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.28 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.80 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.81 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.66 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.75 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.51 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

16
Total Deficiencies
May 4, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 3 Minor 🟠 13 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0689 Severity G
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    May 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    May 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jul 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0756 Severity E
    Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in develo
    Jul 16, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity D
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    Jul 16, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 2.5% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.4% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 5.8% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.9% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 18.3% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 3.5% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 25.2% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 79 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
120
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 16, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
12