nursing home in New Haven, CT
Grimes Center
1354 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06511 · (203) 867-8300
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Grimes Center at a glance
Grimes Center is a 114-bed non-profit nursing home in New Haven, Connecticut (South Central Ct County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Connecticut average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 30, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Connecticut average is 13.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 23.2% per year (state average 37.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 114
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1978
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- South Central Ct County
- CMS Certification Number
- 075275
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.72 hrs | 3.73 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.11 hrs | 0.69 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.74 hrs | 2.22 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.92 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 23.2% | 37.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 15% | 38.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 13 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 39 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,730 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 114 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 93 | 103 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 81.2% | 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) | 1.9% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.4% | 4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.2% | 17.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21% | 18% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.8% | 16.4% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.9% | 6.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.7% | 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) | 13.1% | 24.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 80.3% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 88.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.3% | 69.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.9% | 71.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2026 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 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 March 13, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 2, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Standard | 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 March 2, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 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 March 2, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 2, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 2, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 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 March 2, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 Standard | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 2, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 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 March 2, 2026 |
| January 30, 2026 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 March 2, 2026 |
| December 5, 2024 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 January 13, 2025 |
| December 5, 2024 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 13, 2025 |
| April 9, 2024 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 9, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 9, 2024 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 9, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 9, 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 May 20, 2024 |
| April 9, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 9, 2024 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 May 20, 2024 |
| April 9, 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 May 20, 2024 |
| April 9, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| December 13, 2021 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 30, 2021 |
| December 13, 2021 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 21, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| YALE-NEW HAVEN HEALTH SERVICES CORPORATION Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 09/12/2012 |
| YALE NEW HAVEN HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 07/29/2012 |
| PAYNE, DOUGLAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| BALCEZAK, THOMAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2012 |
| TAMMARO, VINCENT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2016 |
| TAMMARO, VINCENT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2016 |
| WORK, CAROL Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2012 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Grimes Center's rating?
Grimes Center has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Connecticut nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Grimes Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Connecticut average of 13. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Grimes 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 Grimes Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Grimes Center and how do I contact it?
Grimes Center is at 1354 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06511. Phone: (203) 867-8300.
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.