ARDEN CARE CENTER

Special Focus Facility candidate · CMS abuse icon · CCN 075228 · ARDEN CARE CENTER LLC · For profit - Limited Liability company · HIGHBRIDGE HEALTHCARE chain · 271 certified beds · South Central Ct · CT


ARDEN CARE CENTER is a 271-bed nursing home in HAMDEN, Connecticut. CMS has certified it for Medicare and Medicaid since 1973-08-01. It averages 219.1 residents a day.

What harm was found in the violations cited at ARDEN CARE CENTER?

CMS lists 89 health-inspection deficiencies for ARDEN CARE CENTER since 2019-10-24, 73 of them in the three years to 2026-08-01: the highest scope-and-severity letter on record is J; the most recent health inspection was 2026-04-15.

Survey dateTagDeficiencySeverity
2026-04-15F0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.E
2026-04-15F0580, F0600, F0609, F0656, F0658, F0842Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. / Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. / Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. / Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. / Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. / Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D
2026-03-09F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.E
2026-03-09F0580, F0656, F0687Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. / Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. / Provide appropriate foot care.D
2026-02-17F0656, F0745Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. / Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.D
2026-01-21F0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.E
2026-01-21F0609, F0610, F0658, F0773Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. / Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. / Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. / Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.D
2025-12-18F0552, F0755, F0760Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. / Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. / Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D
2025-12-01F0602, F0658, F0755Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. / Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. / Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D
2025-09-29F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D
2025-08-26F0580, F0600, F0610Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. / Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. / Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D
2025-07-22F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D
2025-02-26F0553, F0657, F0812Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. / Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. / Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E
2025-02-26F0550, F0584, F0604, F0684, F0686, F0689, F0692, F0761, F0790, F0880, F0883, F0921Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. / Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. / Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. / Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. / Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. / Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. / Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. / Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. / Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. / Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. / Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. / Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.D
2025-02-26F0570Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.C
2025-01-16F0657, F0684Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. / Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E
2024-11-07F0602, F0658Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. / Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D
2024-10-07F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D
2024-06-20F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D
2024-05-13F0559Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.D
2024-03-20F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D
2024-03-07F0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.J
2024-03-07F0580, F0600, F0610, F0684, F0761Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. / Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. / Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. / Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. / Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.D
2024-02-28F0580, F0600, F0609, F0695Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. / Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. / Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. / Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D
2023-11-06F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G
2023-11-06F0550, F0600, F0660, F0684, F0842Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. / Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. / Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. / Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. / Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D
2023-10-19F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.J
2023-08-21F0609, F0610, F0689Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. / Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. / Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D
2022-06-07F0550, F0684, F0686, F0689, F0692, F0806, F0812Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. / Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. / Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. / Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. / Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. / Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. / Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.D
2019-10-24F0584, F0688, F0804, F0812Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. / Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. / Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. / Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E
2019-10-24F0609, F0610, F0677, F0684, F0806Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. / Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. / Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. / Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. / Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.D

Why was ARDEN CARE CENTER fined 2 times?

DateTypeAmount
2024-02-28Fine$15,642
2023-10-19Fine$72,189

How is ARDEN CARE CENTER staffed relative to the CT average?

MeasureThis facilityCT average
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day3.529613.73452
Total nursing staff turnover (%)38.137.4
Average number of residents per day219.1103.1

Who owns ARDEN CARE CENTER, and what chain is it in?

ARDEN CARE CENTER is registered with CMS as For profit - Limited Liability company, operates under the legal business name ARDEN CARE CENTER LLC and belongs to the HIGHBRIDGE HEALTHCARE chain.

RoleOwnerAssociation date
5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTEGERT, USHER, MENDLOVIC, BARRY, PASKES, JOELsince 06/03/2024
CONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEPERERA, CHANNAsince 06/03/2024
W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEBENNETT, JILL, DIAZ, FREDsince 06/03/2024

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