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AMBERWOODS OF FARMINGTON

416 COLT HIGHWAY, FARMINGTON, CT 06032
Score: 40 / 100

Amberwoods Of Farmington faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 40/100. The facility ranks in the 33th percentile among Connecticut nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.

With 3.33 total nurse hours per resident per day, Amberwoods Of Farmington falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 37 deficiencies at Amberwoods Of Farmington. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 4 / 20 pts
1 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.33 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.40 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.94 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.99 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.08 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.27 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

37
Total Deficiencies
Aug 25, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 5 Minor 🟠 32 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0835 Severity E
    Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
    Aug 25, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Aug 25, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Aug 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Aug 25, 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 3.2% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 5.1% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 19.7% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 11.8% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 6.6% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 22.3% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

3 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $30,952

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 40 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -3 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
130
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 25, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
8