CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Connecticut. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
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Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation at Branford Hills is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Branford, Connecticut with 190 certified beds. It has been operating since 1980. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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.
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.
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
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.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
+ 14 more deficiencies
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRIED, AKIVA | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 17% | Jun 30, 2022 |
| SODDEN, AARON | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 17% | Jun 30, 2022 |
| WIESEL, ALLAN | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 17% | Jun 30, 2022 |
| SODDEN, AARON | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 |
| FRIED, AKIVA | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 |
| SODDEN, AARON | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 |
| STEIN, ALLEN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 |
| WIESEL, ALLAN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation at Branford Hills and nearby alternatives.
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