nursing home in Torrington, CT
Wolcott Hall Nursing Center, INC
215 Forest St, Torrington, CT 06790 · (860) 482-8554
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Wolcott Hall Nursing Center, INC at a glance
Wolcott Hall Nursing Center, INC is a 57-bed for-profit nursing home in Torrington, Connecticut (NW Hills County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Connecticut average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 8, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Connecticut average is 13.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $11,190.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.8% per year (state average 37.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 57
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Apple Rehab
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1975
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- NW Hills County
- CMS Certification Number
- 075111
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.29 hrs | 3.73 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.70 hrs | 0.69 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.85 hrs | 2.22 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.87 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.8% | 37.4% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 57.1% | 38.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 13 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 60 | 80.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $11,190 | $23,730 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 57 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 49 | 103 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 85.8% | 88.3% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.4% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.8% | 4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.4% | 17.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 19.1% | 18% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.6% | 16.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.2% | 6.5% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 22.6% | 22.3% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 19.7% | 17.6% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22% | 24.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.3% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 58.2% | 88.6% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 21.8% | 69.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 11.4% | 71.8% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 33 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 7, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| March 5, 2025 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 21, 2025 |
| February 8, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 7, 2025 |
| February 8, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 7, 2025 |
| February 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2025 |
| February 8, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 10, 2025 |
| February 8, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2025 |
| February 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2025 |
| February 8, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2025 |
| February 8, 2025 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 10, 2025 |
| July 3, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| May 24, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2024 |
| October 4, 2022 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Ensure 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| October 4, 2022 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2022 |
| December 12, 2019 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 14, 2020 |
| December 12, 2019 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2020 |
| December 12, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2020 |
| December 12, 2019 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2020 |
| December 12, 2019 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2020 |
| December 12, 2019 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected January 23, 2020 |
| December 12, 2019 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected January 23, 2020 |
| December 12, 2019 Standard | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected January 23, 2020 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $11,190 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 8, 2025 | Fine | $11,190 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOLEY, BRIAN Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/12/1986 |
| FOLEY, BRIAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/12/1986 |
| VESS, RYAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2013 |
| VESS, RYAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2013 |
| VESS, RYAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2013 |
| SINGH, DEVIKA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/10/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wolcott Hall Nursing Center, INC's rating?
Wolcott Hall Nursing Center, INC has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Connecticut nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Wolcott Hall Nursing Center, INC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Connecticut average of 13. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Wolcott Hall Nursing Center, INC accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Wolcott Hall Nursing Center, INC?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Apple Rehab. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Wolcott Hall Nursing Center, INC and how do I contact it?
Wolcott Hall Nursing Center, INC is at 215 Forest St, Torrington, CT 06790. Phone: (860) 482-8554.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.