Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Bickford Health Care Center
14 Main Street · Windsor Locks, CT 06096 · 48 certified beds
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Public record
CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
CMS designation
Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)
CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.
Source: CMS Provider Information.GOVCertification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
5.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
73
Inspection history (100)
March 25, 2026 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-25 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 2026-05-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-25.GOVMarch 25, 2026 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-25 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 2026-05-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-25.GOVMarch 9, 2026 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-09 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-09.GOVMarch 3, 2026 · F
Citation F0868Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-03 under CMS tag F0868 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-03.GOVMarch 3, 2026 · D
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-03 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-03.GOVMarch 3, 2026 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-03 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 2026-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-03.GOVMarch 3, 2026 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-03 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-03.GOVMarch 3, 2026 · F
Citation F0841Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-03 under CMS tag F0841 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-03.GOVMarch 3, 2026 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-03 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 2026-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-03.GOVFebruary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-13 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 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-13.GOVFebruary 13, 2026 · J
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-13 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) 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 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-13.GOVFebruary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0772Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-13 under CMS tag F0772 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have an agreement with an approved laboratory to obtain services, if on-site laboratory services aren't provided. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-13.GOVFebruary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0776Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-13 under CMS tag F0776 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-13.GOVFebruary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0843Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-13 under CMS tag F0843 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-13.GOVFebruary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-13 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-13.GOVFebruary 13, 2026 · J
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-13 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 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-13.GOVFebruary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0580Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-13 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 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-13.GOVFebruary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0841Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-13 under CMS tag F0841 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-13.GOVFebruary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0837Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-13 under CMS tag F0837 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-13.GOVFebruary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0835Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-13 under CMS tag F0835 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-13.GOV
Penalties
Total fines on file: $122,338
Staffing
Latest: 4.36 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
- 2025Q44.36 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-014.36 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Parent organization: Newport Bickford INC
parent · PAC 1153232533
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Typical cost
Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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