Stamford, CT

Stamford Care Center

2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $8,419 in total fines with 17 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

53 Courtland Avenue, Stamford, CT

(203) 351-8300

Compare this facility

Overall

2 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

2 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

2 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

156

Certified beds

Average residents

147

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Cassena Care

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1967-01-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.59

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.48

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.03

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

2.57

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

48%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

40%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.2
2.1
0.1 pts worse
1.9
0.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 3.2
1.5
1.7 pts worse
1.8
1.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.3%
87.5%
9.8 pts better
93.4%
3.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.2%
93.5%
5.7 pts better
95.5%
3.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.7%
3.4%
1.7 pts better
3.3%
1.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 75.5%
17.1%
58.4 pts worse
11.4%
64.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.0%
6.4%
0.6 pts worse
5.4%
1.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 13.0%
17.3%
4.3 pts better
19.6%
6.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 13.1%
19.4%
6.3 pts better
16.7%
3.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
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
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 6.4%
18.1%
11.7 pts better
16.3%
9.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 5.7%
18.4%
12.7 pts better
14.9%
9.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
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
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.3%
1.7%
0.4 pts better
1.7%
0.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 29.9%
24.8%
5.1 pts worse
19.8%
10.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 8.7%
4.4%
4.3 pts worse
5.1%
3.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 85.9%
70.5%
15.4 pts better
81.7%
4.2 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 10.1%
11.1%
1 pts better
12.0%
1.9 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.7%
1.5%
0.2 pts worse
1.6%
0.1 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 88.0%
69.7%
18.3 pts better
79.7%
8.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 20.4%
25.0%
4.6 pts better
23.9%
3.5 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2023-09-15 · Fire 2023-09-15

17 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (8 deficiencies)

5 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)

Cycle 2 Health 2021-08-25 · Fire 2021-08-25

6 health deficiencies

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

12 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2019-10-10 · Fire 2019-10-10

9 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Rights (4 deficiencies)

0 fire-safety deficiencies

No concentrated fire-safety issue counts in this cycle.

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2023-10-25

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2023-10-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2023-10-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-10-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-10-25

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2021-10-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2021-10-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2021-10-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

Corrected 2021-10-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2021-10-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2021-10-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

K351 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Corrected 2021-10-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2021-10-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2021-10-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

K541 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

Corrected 2021-10-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2021-10-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2021-10-28

Inspection history

Recent health citations

G · Actual harm 2025-06-02

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 2025-07-09

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

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2024-06-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-07

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 2024-02-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-07

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2024-01-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-07

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 2024-01-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-07

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2024-02-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

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 2023-12-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F835 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Corrected 2023-10-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Corrected 2023-11-17

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F882 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

Corrected 2023-12-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Corrected 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

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 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

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 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Corrected 2023-12-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Corrected 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F742 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

Corrected 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-15

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Corrected 2023-11-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-26

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2023-07-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Corrected 2021-11-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2021-10-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

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 2021-11-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2021-11-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-08-25

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2021-11-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-10-10

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2019-11-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-10-10

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 2019-11-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-10-10

F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2019-11-20

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$8,419 2025-06-02

Fine

Fine · fine $8,419

Fine

Ownership

Debenedictis, Pasquale

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

34% 12 facilities 2015-11-16
Solovey, Alex

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

34% 12 facilities 2015-11-16
Rutenberg, Solomon

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

17% 10 facilities 2015-11-16
Cooperberg, Arthur

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 4 facilities 2015-11-16
Cooperberg, Arthur

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 4 facilities 2015-11-16
Debenedictis, Pasquale

Limited Partnership Interest · Individual

0% 12 facilities 2015-11-16
Derosa, Anthony

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 13 facilities 2015-11-16
Derosa, Anthony

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 13 facilities 2015-11-16
Russel, Ojeaga

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-04-22
Russel, Ojeaga

Limited Partnership Interest · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-04-22
Russel, Ojeaga

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-04-22
Rutenberg, Solomon

Limited Partnership Interest · Individual

0% 10 facilities 2015-11-16
Solovey, Alex

Limited Partnership Interest · Individual

0% 12 facilities 2015-11-16

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