nursing home in Avon, CT
Avon Health Center
652 West Avon Rd, Avon, CT 06001 · (860) 673-2521
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Avon Health Center at a glance
Avon Health Center is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Avon, Connecticut (Capitol County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Connecticut average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 17, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Connecticut average is 13.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $45,838.
Nursing staff turnover is 46% per year (state average 37.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1976
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Capitol County
- CMS Certification Number
- 075244
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) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.24 hrs | 3.73 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.85 hrs | 0.69 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.72 hrs | 2.22 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.83 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46% | 37.4% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 27.8% | 38.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 6 | 13 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 116.8 | 80.8 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $45,838 | $23,730 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 100 | 103 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83.2% | 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) | 2.6% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.4% | 4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15.9% | 17.8% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.6% | 18% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.2% | 16.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.7% | 6.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.6% | 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) | 11.7% | 17.6% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.3% | 24.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.9% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 45% | 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% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 63.5% | 69.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 36.8% | 71.8% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 31 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 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 April 2, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 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 April 2, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 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 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| July 22, 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 August 7, 2025 |
| November 26, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| July 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 28, 2024 |
| July 22, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 28, 2024 |
| July 22, 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 October 28, 2024 |
| July 22, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 2, 2024 |
| July 22, 2024 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 September 2, 2024 |
| July 22, 2024 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 September 2, 2024 |
| July 22, 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 September 2, 2024 |
| July 22, 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 September 2, 2024 |
| July 22, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 2, 2024 |
| July 22, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 2, 2024 |
| August 31, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2022 |
| August 31, 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 October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 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 October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 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 October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 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 October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 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 October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 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 October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 2022 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 October 12, 2022 |
| August 31, 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 October 12, 2022 |
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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $45,838 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2026 | Fine | $37,560 |
| July 22, 2025 | Fine | $8,278 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVON CONVALESCENT HOME, INC. Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/21/1974 |
| SCHWARTZ, FREDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/29/1983 |
| SCHWARTZ, RUSSELL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/23/2015 |
| SCHWARTZ, FREDA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/29/1983 |
| SCHWARTZ, RUSSELL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/25/2007 |
| PELLERIN, AMY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/19/2022 |
| PELLERIN, AMY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/19/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Avon Health Center's rating?
Avon Health Center 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 Avon Health Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Connecticut average of 13. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Avon Health 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 Avon Health Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Avon Health Center and how do I contact it?
Avon Health Center is at 652 West Avon Rd, Avon, CT 06001. Phone: (860) 673-2521.
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.