Stamford Care Center

• Fine

  CMS changed the fine from February 10, 2026 from $123,690 to $26,188.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from not rated by CMS to 3 of 5.

• Name

  CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.

• Ownership

  CMS ownership records list new owners for this home.

• Ownership

  CMS lists this home under a new chain.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to not rated by CMS.

• Fine

  CMS changed the fine from June 2, 2025 from $8,278 to $8,419.

• 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 2 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

CMS lists this as a standard 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.

• Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 2, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 2023.

• 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 April 2, 2026.

• 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 April 2, 2026.

• Citation F0809. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 2, 2026.

• 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 April 2, 2026.

• Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 2, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2021.

• 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 April 2, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for F0550 3 times since 2023.

• 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 April 2, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for F0610 3 times since 2021.

• Citation F0644. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 2, 2026.

• 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 2, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for F0684 4 times since 2021.

• 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 2, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for F0689 3 times since 2023.

• Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for F0692 2 times since 2023.

• Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 2, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for F0698 2 times since 2023.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2021.

• Citation K0500. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

  CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.

• Citation K0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

  CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for K0761 3 times since 2021.

• Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

  CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for K0211 3 times since 2021.

• Citation K0345. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.

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CMS fine of $26,188 on February 10, 2026.

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• Fine

  CMS changed the fine from June 2, 2025 from $12,735 to $8,278.

• Star rating

  The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

• 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 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

• Name

  CMS lists a new name for this home. It was CASSENA CARE AT STAMFORD.

CMS 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.

• 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 July 9, 2025.

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CMS fine of $8,419 on June 2, 2025.

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• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures 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 staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

• 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 June 28, 2024.

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• Star rating

  The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

• Fine

  CMS changed the fine from August 25, 2021 from $5,000 to $5,349.

• Fine

  CMS changed the fine from June 3, 2022 from $15,000 to $16,489.

• Star rating

  The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

• 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 February 15, 2024.

  CMS has cited this home for F0580 2 times since 2023.

• 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 January 18, 2024.

• 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 January 18, 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 February 15, 2024.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation F0835. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 20, 2023.

• Citation F0881. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 17, 2023.

• Citation F0882. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

  CMS lists it as corrected on December 4, 2023.

• 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 November 17, 2023.

• Citation F0561. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 17, 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 November 17, 2023.

• 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 November 17, 2023.

• 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 November 17, 2023.

• Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 17, 2023.

• 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 November 17, 2023.

• Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

  CMS lists it as corrected on December 1, 2023.

• Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: 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.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 17, 2023.

• Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 17, 2023.

• Citation F0742. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: 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.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 17, 2023.

• Citation F0756. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 17, 2023.

• Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: 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.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 17, 2023.

  CMS has cited this home for F0758 2 times since 2021.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation E0004. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 25, 2023.

• Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 25, 2023.

• Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 25, 2023.

• Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 6, 2023.

• Citation K0918. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 25, 2023.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation F0758. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: 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.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2021.

• Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 22, 2021.

• 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 November 8, 2021.

• 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 November 8, 2021.

• 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 November 8, 2021.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation K0211. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

• Citation K0711. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

• Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

• Citation K0222. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: 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.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

• Citation E0037. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Establish staff and initial training requirements.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

• Citation K0291. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

• Citation K0351. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

• Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

• Citation K0521. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

• Citation K0541. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

• Citation K0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

• Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 28, 2021.

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