Thompson House Nursing Home has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 35/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Vermont. Families considering this Brattleboro facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Thompson House Nursing Home provides above-average staffing with 4.68 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent CMS inspections identified 11 deficiencies at Thompson House Nursing Home, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.68 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.02 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.02 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.63 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.96 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.69 | 0.7 | Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0919 Severity KMake sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.Dec 8, 2025 · Environmental Deficiencies
- Tag 0656 Severity JDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Dec 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Dec 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jan 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0585 Severity FHonor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt eSep 19, 2023 · Resident Rights 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 | 1.2% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 10.2% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 14.9% | 14.5% | Average |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 9.4% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.7% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 30.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $161,475
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 35 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: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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