Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills

Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills

Branford, Connecticut

Address

189 Alps Road, Branford, CT, 06405

Phone

+1 203-481-6221

5.5 /10

Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills Quality & Safety Report

Average

Inspections: 3★ (50%) Staffing: 3★ (25%) Quality: 3★ (25%)

CMS Official Overall: 3★ / 5

CMS data as of March 2026

This score is calculated from three federally reported CMS metrics: Health Inspections (weighted 50%), Staffing levels (25%), and Quality Measures (25%). Facilities with serious safety findings receive score deductions. For centers with 5+ Google reviews, resident feedback contributes 15% of the final score. Learn more →

$8,021 fines 17 health deficiencies

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies
National median: 7
17 above national median
Total federal penalties
$8,021

CMS data as of March 1, 2026

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.

Total nurse staffing
National median: 4.12 hrs
3.61 hrs below national median
Registered nurse (RN)
0.75 hrs
Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
0.65 hrs
Certified nursing aide (CNA)
2.19 hrs
Physical therapy
0.10 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating improved from 2 to 3 stars over 18 data points.

Quality rating trend for Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills 1 2 3 4 5 Jun 24 Sep 24 Dec 24 Apr 25 Jul 25 Dec 25 Feb 26
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Facility profile

Capacity
190 certified beds · ~177 avg residents/day (93% occupancy)
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Payment accepted
Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills is a for-profit, 190-bed skilled nursing facility located in Branford, Connecticut. The center holds an overall rating of three out of five stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. It maintains three-star ratings across all specific evaluation categories, including health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

Location

189 Alps Road, Branford, CT, 06405, Branford, CT

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills?
Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
How did Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills score on health inspections?
Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills received a health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars from CMS.
What is the staffing rating for Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills?
Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills has a staffing rating of 3 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.
How many beds does Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills have?
Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills has 190 certified beds.
Does Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Where is Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills located?
Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills is located at 189 Alps Road, Branford, CT, 06405, Branford, Connecticut.
How can I contact Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills?
You can reach Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation At Branford Hills by phone at +1 203-481-6221.

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How to read this page

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Where this data comes from

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