Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Bickford Health Care Center
14 Main Street · Windsor Locks, CT 06096 · 48 certified beds
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About Bickford Health Care Center
Bickford Health Care Center is a nursing home in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. Public records list 48 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a nonprofit operator and tie the listing to Newport Bickford INC. We hold 100 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 25 March 2026. CMS also lists 4 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.36 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 August 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 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
1.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
73
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
73
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
5.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
73
Inspection history (100)
Records from December 2021 to March 2026.
January 13, 2026 · B
Citation F0637Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0637 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · B
Citation F0730Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0730 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · F
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · E
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · B
Citation F0628Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0628 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0849Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0849 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0687Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0687 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate foot care. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 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. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 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. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · B
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · G
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · B
Citation F0645Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 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. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · E
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · E
Citation F0644Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · E
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVJanuary 13, 2026 · E
Citation F0887Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-13 under CMS tag F0887 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOV
Penalties (4)
Total fines on file: $122,338
January 13, 2026 · Fine
Citation FINE-137400CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $57,715 against this nursing home on 2026-01-13 (Fine ID: 137400). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-13.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-5588CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $55,632 against this nursing home on 2025-03-14 (Fine ID: 5588). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVDecember 11, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-5568CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $8,991 against this nursing home on 2024-12-11 (Fine ID: 5568). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-11.GOVApril 29, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-07-29CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-07-29, lasting 71 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-04-29). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-29.GOV
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
Recent changes to this listing
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Other".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Other".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
- Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Ownership type, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
- Parent organization
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of April 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
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