Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation at Branford Hills
189 Alps Road · Branford, CT 06405 · 190 certified beds
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About Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation at Branford Hills
Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation at Branford Hills is a nursing home in Branford, Connecticut, in South Central CT County. Its reported capacity is 190 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 46 citations, the newest dated 19 May 2026. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.75 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated July 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
44
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
43
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3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
40
Inspection history (46)
Records from January 2020 to May 2026.
August 25, 2025 · D
Citation F0580Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-25 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-25.GOVOctober 2, 2024 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-02 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-02.GOVOctober 2, 2024 · D
Citation F0580Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-02 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-02.GOVOctober 2, 2024 · J
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-02 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-02.GOVAugust 30, 2024 · D
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-30 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-30.GOVJuly 24, 2024 · D
Citation F0770Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-24 under CMS tag F0770 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-24.GOVJuly 24, 2024 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-24 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-24.GOVJune 5, 2024 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-05 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-05.GOVApril 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-22 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-22.GOVJuly 19, 2023 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-19 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-07-19.GOVJuly 19, 2023 · B
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-19 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-07-19.GOVDecember 6, 2022 · D
Citation F0561Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-06 under CMS tag F0561 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2022 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-06 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2022 · D
Citation F0693Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-06 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2022 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-06 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2022 · D
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-06 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2022 · D
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-06 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2022 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-06 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2022 · D
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-06 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-06.GOVDecember 6, 2022 · D
Citation F0685Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-12-06 under CMS tag F0685 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-12-06.GOV
Penalties (1)
Total fines on file: $8,021
July 24, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-5545CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $8,021 against this nursing home on 2024-07-24 (Fine ID: 5545). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-24.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 3.75 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.80 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.80 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.75 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.75 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.75 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
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Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
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