Autumn Lake Healthcare At West Hartford faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 43/100. The facility ranks in the 38th percentile among Connecticut nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing at Autumn Lake Healthcare At West Hartford is near the national average, with 4.00 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 67 deficiencies at Autumn Lake Healthcare At West Hartford, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.00 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.67 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.20 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.14 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.58 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.37 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0550 Severity DHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Nov 17, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0554 Severity DAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Nov 17, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0561 Severity DHonor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Nov 17, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- 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.Nov 17, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0607 Severity DDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Nov 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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 | 7.3% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 6.3% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 15.0% | 14.5% | Average |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.6% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 11.1% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.2% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 33.2% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $24,453
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 43 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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -2 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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