Plymouth, CT

Cook Willow Health & Rehabilitation Center, Inc.

5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 9 recent health deficiencies with 2 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

81 Hillside Avenue, Plymouth, CT

(860) 283-8208

Compare this facility

Overall

5 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

4 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

5 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

60

Certified beds

Average residents

50

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1991-11-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Changed ownership

No

Within the last 12 months

Family council

Yes

Resident and family council reported

Sprinklers

Yes

Automatic sprinklers in all required areas

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.95

Registered nurse staffing · state 0.70 · national 0.68

LPN hours / resident day

0.68

Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.84 · national 0.87

Aide hours / resident day

2.53

Nurse aide staffing · state 2.28 · national 2.35

Total nurse hours

4.15

All reported nurse hours · state 3.83 · national 3.89

Licensed hours

1.63

RN + LPN hours · state 1.54 · national 1.54

Weekend hours

3.47

Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.41 · national 3.43

Weekend RN hours

0.74

Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.46 · national 0.47

Physical therapist

0.10

Reported PT staffing · state 0.08 · national 0.07

Adjusted RN hours

0.99

CMS adjusted RN staffing hours

Adjusted total hours

4.34

CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours

Case-mix index

1.31

Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity

RN turnover

25%

Annual RN turnover · state 39% · national 45%

Total nurse turnover

46%

Annual nurse turnover · state 38% · national 46%

SNF VBP

Value-based purchasing

Program rank

5,560

Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.

Performance score

35.77

Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.

Payment multiplier

0.9893

Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.

Program components

How the VBP score is built

Readmission

Not reported

This facility did not meet this measure's case minimum policy requirement and therefore no measure data is publicly reported.

Healthcare-associated infections

5.09

Baseline 6.18% · Performance 6.31% · Measure score 5.09 · Achievement 5.09 · Improvement 0

Total nurse turnover

4.38

Baseline 32.20% · Performance 45.76% · Measure score 4.38 · Achievement 4.38 · Improvement 0

Adjusted total nurse staffing

1.26

Baseline 3.79 hours · Performance 3.44 hours · Measure score 1.26 · Achievement 1.26 · Improvement 0

SNF QRP

Medicare quality reporting measures

Measure Facility National Note
Potentially preventable 30-day readmission 10.22%
10.72%
0.5 pts better
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 54 · Observed rate 9.26% · Lower 95% interval 6.63%
Discharge to community 61.05%
50.57%
10.5 pts better
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 46 · Observed rate 56.52% · Lower 95% interval 48.59%
Medicare spending per beneficiary 0.88
1.02
0.1 pts better
Drug regimen review with follow-up 100%
95.27%
4.7 pts better
Numerator 31 · Denominator 31
Falls with major injury 0%
0.77%
0.8 pts better
Numerator 0 · Denominator 31
Discharge self-care score 66.67%
53.69%
13 pts better
Numerator 14 · Denominator 21
Discharge mobility score 52.38%
50.94%
1.4 pts better
Numerator 11 · Denominator 21
Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened 0%
2.29%
2.3 pts better
Numerator 0 · Denominator 31 · Adjusted rate 0%
Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization 6.31%
7.12%
0.8 pts better
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 25 · Observed rate 0% · Lower 95% interval 3.13%
Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage 0%
8.2%
8.2 pts worse
Numerator 0 · Denominator 126
Staff flu vaccination coverage 43.67%
42%
1.7 pts better
Numerator 69 · Denominator 158
Discharge function score 71.43%
56.45%
15 pts better
Numerator 15 · Denominator 21
Transfer of health information to provider 100%
95.95%
4 pts better
Numerator 20 · Denominator 20
Transfer of health information to patient Not Available
96.28%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · Newly certified or not enough cases to report.
Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date Not Available
25.2%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 16 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.8
2.1
1.3 pts better
1.9
1.1 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.8 · Observed 0.5 · Expected 1.2 · Used in QM five-star
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 0
1.5
1.5 pts better
1.8
1.8 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0 · Observed 0 · Expected 1.2 · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
87.5%
12.5 pts better
93.4%
6.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 100.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
93.5%
6.5 pts better
95.5%
4.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 100.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.5%
3.4%
0.1 pts worse
3.3%
0.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.9% · Q2 3.8% · Q3 3.9% · Q4 4.5% · 4Q avg 3.5% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.5%
17.1%
10.6 pts better
11.4%
4.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 10.2% · Q2 5.9% · Q3 4.3% · Q4 5.1% · 4Q avg 6.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.5%
6.4%
0.9 pts better
5.4%
0.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.0% · Q2 5.7% · Q3 9.1% · Q4 3.7% · 4Q avg 5.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 23.1%
17.3%
5.8 pts worse
19.6%
3.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 20.6% · Q2 25.7% · Q3 24.2% · Q4 21.4% · 4Q avg 23.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 11.8%
19.4%
7.6 pts better
16.7%
4.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 17.5% · Q2 10.0% · Q3 7.9% · Q4 11.8% · 4Q avg 11.8% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.0%
About the same
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 17.0%
18.1%
1.1 pts better
16.3%
0.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 25.2% · Q3 14.0% · 4Q avg 17.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 10.7%
18.4%
7.7 pts better
14.9%
4.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 12.9% · Q2 6.1% · Q3 9.4% · Q4 16.0% · 4Q avg 10.7% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.0%
0.9%
0.9 pts better
1.0%
1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.5%
1.7%
0.8 pts worse
1.7%
0.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 3.8% · Q3 2.0% · Q4 4.7% · 4Q avg 2.5% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 24.8%
24.8%
About the same
19.8%
5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 26.7% · Q2 31.5% · Q3 28.9% · Q4 9.6% · 4Q avg 24.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 1.0%
4.4%
3.4 pts better
5.1%
4.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.8% · Q2 1.8% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 1.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
70.5%
29.5 pts better
81.7%
18.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 100.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 0.0%
11.1%
11.1 pts better
12.0%
12 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.0% · Observed 0.0% · Expected 10.1% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.8%
1.5%
0.3 pts worse
1.6%
0.2 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q2 3.7% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 1.8% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
69.7%
30.3 pts better
79.7%
20.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 100.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 18.3%
25.0%
6.7 pts better
23.9%
5.6 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 18.3% · Observed 17.6% · Expected 23.0% · Used in QM five-star

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-09-12 · Fire 2025-09-12

9 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)

2 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-02-06 · Fire 2024-02-06

10 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)

2 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)

Cycle 3 Health 2021-11-22 · Fire 2021-11-22

3 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (1 deficiency)

3 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-12

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-12-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-12

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2025-12-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-02-06

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-02-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-02-06

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2024-02-17

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-11-22

K341 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

Corrected 2022-02-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-11-22

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2022-02-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-11-22

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2022-02-23

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-12

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2025-10-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-12

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2025-10-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-12

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2025-10-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-12

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2025-10-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-12

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2025-10-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-12

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2025-10-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-12

F849 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

Corrected 2025-10-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-12

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-10-22

C · Minimal harm 2025-09-12

F628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Corrected 2025-10-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-02-06

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2024-03-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-02-06

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2024-03-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-02-06

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2024-03-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-02-06

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2024-03-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-02-06

F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Corrected 2024-03-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-02-06

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2024-03-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-02-06

F919 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Corrected 2024-03-19

B · Minimal harm 2024-02-06

F570 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.

Corrected 2024-03-19

B · Minimal harm 2024-02-06

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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 2024-03-19

B · Minimal harm 2024-02-06

F730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Corrected 2024-03-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-11-22

F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Corrected 2021-12-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-11-22

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2021-12-29

B · Minimal harm 2021-11-22

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2021-12-29

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Macdonald, Susan

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

100% 1 facilities 1975-07-01
Le Clair, Jennesa

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 1989-03-18
Le Clair, Jennesa

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 1989-03-18
Macdonald, Susan

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 1975-07-01
Macdonald, Susan

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 1975-07-01
Macdonald, Susan

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 1975-07-01
Macdonald, Walter

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 1990-01-15
Oh, Jong Gil

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2007-05-01

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