nursing home in Cobalt, CT

Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center

29 Middle Haddam Rd, Cobalt, CT 06414 · (860) 267-9034

★★★★★1

Much below average
CMS overall star rating

Health inspections★★★★★1
Staffing★★★★★1
Quality measures★★★★★1

Special Focus candidate
Abuse citation

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center at a glance

Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Cobalt, Connecticut (Lower Ct River Vly County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Connecticut average of 3.

Residents receive about 1.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (November 19, 2024) found 32 health citations. The Connecticut average is 13.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $37,440.

Nursing staff turnover is 72.2% per year (state average 37.4%).

Facility details

Type: Nursing home
Ownership: For Profit - Corporation
Beds: 60
Certified for: Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since: September 30, 1974
Resident/family council: Resident
County: Lower Ct River Vly County
CMS Certification Number: 075232

Ratings

Measure	This facility	Connecticut avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)	1 / 5	3 / 5	3 / 5	Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)	1 / 5	2.7 / 5	2.8 / 5	Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)	1 / 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)	1 / 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

Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Connecticut and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Connecticut avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)	1.77 hrs	3.73 hrs	3.86 hrs	Worse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)	0.60 hrs	0.69 hrs	0.69 hrs	Worse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)	0.84 hrs	2.22 hrs	2.32 hrs	Worse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)	1.51 hrs	3.37 hrs	3.42 hrs	Worse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)	72.2%	37.4%	45.8%	Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)	50%	38.6%	42.9%	Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)	0	0	1	Better

Inspections

Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Connecticut and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Connecticut avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)	32	13	9	Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)	8	3	3	Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)	215.3	80.8	80.6	Worse

Penalties

Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Connecticut and U.S. averages

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)	$37,440	$23,730	$30,972	Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)	1	1	1	Average

Size

Measure	This facility	Connecticut avg.	U.S. avg.
Certified beds	60	118	107
Average residents per day	57	103	86
Occupancy	94.2%	88.3%	80.9%

Long-stay residents

Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Connecticut and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Connecticut avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)	9.3%	3.5%	3.2%	Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)	3.8%	4%	4.6%	Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)	23.1%	17.8%	15.4%	Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)	2.3%	1.5%	1.6%	Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)	0.6%	0.7%	0.8%	Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)	39.8%	18%	13.9%	Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)	32.7%	16.4%	14.1%	Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)	6.1%	6.5%	5.2%	Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)	2.5%	22.3%	12.8%	Better
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)	29.9%	17.6%	19.5%	Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)	31.3%	24.7%	19%	Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)	89.7%	93.5%	95.5%	Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)	41.5%	88.6%	93.6%	Worse

Short-stay residents

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Connecticut and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	Connecticut avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)	1.4%	1.5%	1.6%	Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)	55.8%	69.7%	79.8%	Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)	20.1%	71.8%	82%	Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 49 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

Date	Citation	Severity	Status
June 3, 2026 Complaint	Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 30, 2026
September 29, 2025 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	G Actual harm, isolated	Corrected September 30, 2025
September 8, 2025 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	J Immediate jeopardy, isolated	Corrected September 9, 2025
September 8, 2025 Complaint	Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600	G Actual harm, isolated	Corrected September 9, 2025
September 8, 2025 Complaint	Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected October 1, 2025
September 8, 2025 Complaint	Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected October 1, 2025
September 8, 2025 Complaint	Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected October 1, 2025
September 8, 2025 Complaint	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 October 1, 2025
November 19, 2024 Fire safety	Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Fire safety	Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 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 December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Fire safety	Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0020	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Fire safety	To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Fire safety	Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 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 December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 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 December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 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 December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 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 December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	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. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623	C No harm, widespread	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 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	C No harm, widespread	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 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	B No harm, pattern	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730	B No harm, pattern	Corrected December 31, 2024
November 19, 2024 Standard	Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947	B No harm, pattern	Corrected December 31, 2024
June 10, 2024 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	Corrected June 28, 2024
December 7, 2023 Complaint	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected January 16, 2024
December 7, 2023 Complaint	Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected January 8, 2024
August 23, 2022 Fire safety	Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected November 14, 2022
August 23, 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 August 31, 2022
August 23, 2022 Standard	Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected August 31, 2022
August 23, 2022 Standard	Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected August 31, 2022
August 23, 2022 Standard	Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected August 31, 2022
August 23, 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 August 31, 2022
August 23, 2022 Standard	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected August 31, 2022
August 23, 2022 Standard	Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected August 31, 2022
August 23, 2022 Standard	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected August 31, 2022
August 23, 2022 Standard	Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732	C No harm, widespread	Corrected August 31, 2022
August 23, 2022 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 August 31, 2022
October 31, 2019 Fire safety	Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected December 30, 2019
October 31, 2019 Fire safety	Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 30, 2019
October 31, 2019 Standard	Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected November 13, 2019
October 31, 2019 Standard	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 13, 2019
October 31, 2019 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	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 13, 2019
October 31, 2019 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 13, 2019

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 $37,440 in fines.

Date	Penalty	Amount / length
September 8, 2025	Fine	$37,440

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

Name	Role	Share	Since
ZGORSKI, JOYCE Individual	5% or greater direct ownership interest	10%	07/01/2007
ZGORSKI, MARC Individual	5% or greater direct ownership interest	45%	07/01/2007
ZGORSKI, TODD Individual	5% or greater direct ownership interest	45%	07/01/2007
ZGORSKI, JOYCE Individual	corporate officer	NOT APPLICABLE	07/01/2007
ZGORSKI, MARC Individual	corporate officer	NOT APPLICABLE	07/01/2007
ZGORSKI, TODD Individual	corporate officer	NOT APPLICABLE	06/29/2007
ZGORSKI, TODD Individual	w-2 managing employee	NOT APPLICABLE	06/29/2007

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Frequently asked questions

What is Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center's rating?

Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Connecticut nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 32 citations, compared with a Connecticut average of 13. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center 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 Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center?

It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?

Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center is at 29 Middle Haddam Rd, Cobalt, CT 06414. Phone: (860) 267-9034.

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.