Water's Edge Center for Health & Rehabilitation
111 Church Street, Middletown, CT 06457
Water's Edge Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Middletown, Connecticut. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
At a glance
- CMS overall star rating3 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionMarch 25, 2026 (7 months ago)
- Health citations since March 3, 202236 (Connecticut average 38)
- Fines in the past three years3, $91,899 in total
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Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was Water's Edge Center For Health & Rehab.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from March 5, 2026 from $20,395 to $13,257.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
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CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
Health inspection on March 25, 2026
12 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
46 of 191 Connecticut homes (24%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.
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Citation F0600. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0550 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0580 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 9, 2026.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 5 times since 2022.
Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 9, 2026.
Citation F0825. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2026.
Fire safety inspection on March 25, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0271. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2026.
Health inspection on March 5, 2026
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
46 of 191 Connecticut homes (24%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.
CMS fine of $13,257 on March 5, 2026.
CMS fine of $63,000 on March 5, 2026.
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Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 30, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2024.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0557 from the health inspection on April 2, 2024.
Health inspection on July 30, 2025
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
45 of 191 Connecticut homes (24%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
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Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 12, 2025.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 12, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 4 times since 2022.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Health inspection on January 30, 2025
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 24, 2025.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 24, 2025.
CMS update of December 20, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from July 3, 2024 from $24,065 to $15,642.
Health inspection on December 17, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 20, 2025.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Health inspection on August 7, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 17, 2024.
Health inspection on July 8, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0805. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 29, 2024.
Health inspection on July 3, 2024
9 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
21 of 191 Connecticut homes (11%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.
CMS fine of $15,642 on July 3, 2024.
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Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 5, 2024.
Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Citation F0791. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Citation F0804. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Citation F0697. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Citation F0625. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Health inspection on April 2, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0557. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 14, 2024.
Health inspection on January 2, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2024.
Health inspection on October 24, 2023
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 5, 2023.
Health inspection on March 3, 2022
3 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0841. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 14, 2022.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 14, 2022.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 14, 2022.
CMS star ratings
- 3 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 2 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 5 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (860) 347-7286
- Last standard health inspection
- March 25, 2026 (7 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 150
- Residents per day, on average
- 133.4
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Harbor Hill Care Center, INC.
- Chain
- National Health Care Associates
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the Connecticut average (36 vs 38).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- DAVID SMILOVITZ TRUST5% or greater direct ownership interest · 5% · since 01/01/2017
- IZASK KELLER S CORP LIFE ESTATE TRUST FBO HYMIE KELLER5% or greater direct ownership interest · 8% · since 12/31/1992
- IZASK KELLER S CORP. LIFE ESTATE TRUST FBO PERL BROWN5% or greater direct ownership interest · 8% · since 12/31/1992
- MARVIN OSTREICHER FAMILY TRUST 20125% or greater direct ownership interest · 10% · since 09/10/2021
- SUSAN OSTREICHER FAMILY TRUST 20125% or greater direct ownership interest · 10% · since 09/10/2021
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- THE HARRY AND HELEN OSTREICHER FAMILY TRUST5% or greater direct ownership interest · 17% · since 01/01/2009
- LAUFER, DORIS5% or greater direct ownership interest · 5% · since 09/08/1980
- WEBERMAN, PEGGY5% or greater direct ownership interest · 5% · since 01/01/1980
- ZITTER, AGNES5% or greater indirect ownership interest · 6% · since 09/10/2021
Questions
When was Water's Edge Center for Health & Rehabilitation last inspected?
CMS lists March 25, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Water's Edge Center for Health & Rehabilitation have?
CMS lists 36 health citations since March 3, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Water's Edge Center for Health & Rehabilitation been fined?
CMS lists 3 fines in the past three years, $91,899 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Water's Edge Center for Health & Rehabilitation?
Its CMS overall star rating is 3 of 5.
Is Water's Edge Center for Health & Rehabilitation a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.