Stamford Care Center
53 Courtland Avenue · Stamford, CT · 06902 · 2033518300
156 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Highbridge Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
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Red flags
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: not rated Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,419 |
Inspection citations (42 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G February 10, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 10, 2026
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.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2026
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2026
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 10, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 10, 2026
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 10, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 10, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G June 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 28, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2023 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 15, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2023 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 18, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected January 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2023
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected November 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected November 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected November 17, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 17, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 17, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| June 2, 2025 | Fine | $8,419 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 075061 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.