Southington Care Center
45 Meriden Ave · Southington, CT · 06489 · 8606219559
130 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No standard inspection in over 2 years
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.69 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.07 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.11 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 35% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (14 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 9, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 20, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B May 9, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 12, 2021
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 23, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2019
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected May 23, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2019
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected May 23, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2019
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 23, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2019
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 23, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2019
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.
Corrected May 23, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2019
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Corrected May 23, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E April 11, 2019
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 23, 2019 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B April 11, 2019
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected May 23, 2019 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 075336 · certified since April 10, 1990. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.