Nursing Homes · Norwalk, CT
Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Norwalk Care Center
23 Prospect Avenue · Norwalk, CT 06850 · 150 certified beds
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About Norwalk Care Center
Norwalk Care Center is a nursing home in Norwalk, Connecticut. Its capacity is 150 beds, above the Western CT County median of 128 for nursing homes. It is run by a for-profit operator and is part of Highbridge Healthcare. It is Medicare certified. Its public inspection record shows 41 citations, the most recent on May 20, 2026. CMS also lists 3 fines or payment denials against it. Nurse staffing averages 3.85 hours per resident per day. It is one of 3 nursing homes listed in Norwalk. Its public records were last updated in October 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare, updated October 2026
Certification
Medicare-certified.
Ratings
Overall
2.0Staffing
3.0Quality measures
4.0CMS Care Compare, October 2026.
Inspection history (41)
Records from September 2019 to May 2026.
May 20, 2026
Tag F0584Honor 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.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 1, 2026.
March 19, 2025
Tag F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected May 8, 2025.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity G: isolated, actual harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0887Educate 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.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 22, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 9, 2024
Tag F0603Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 11, 2024.
October 26, 2023
Tag F0761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected February 27, 2024.
October 26, 2023
Tag F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity H: pattern, actual harm. Corrected December 10, 2023.
October 26, 2023
Tag F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected December 10, 2023.
October 26, 2023
Tag F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected December 10, 2023.
October 26, 2023
Tag F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected February 29, 2024.
Penalties (3)
Total fines: $198,225
October 9, 2024 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $38,422 against this nursing home on October 9, 2024.
October 26, 2023 · Payment Denial
CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting February 2, 2024, lasting 27 days (triggered by inspection on October 26, 2023).
October 26, 2023 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $159,803 against this nursing home on October 26, 2023.
Staffing
3.85 nurse hours per resident per day in Q2 2026, up from 3.79 in Q4 2025.
From the payroll records nursing homes file with CMS.
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of Highbridge Healthcare, a chain of 6 nursing homes.
Average CMS star ratings across the chain: 2.7 overall, 2.7 for health inspections, 2.3 for staffing, 3.7 for quality measures.
Typical cost
CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025
This provider's prices aren't public. Here is what the same care typically costs in Connecticut.
Nearby alternatives
Other licensed providers in Norwalk.
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