nursing home in Fairfield, CT
Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation
118 Jefferson Street, Fairfield, CT 06825 · (203) 372-4501
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation at a glance
Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a 144-bed for-profit nursing home in Fairfield, Connecticut (Greater Bridgeport 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 (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 15, 2025) found 12 health citations. The Connecticut average is 13.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $47,905.
Nursing staff turnover is 23.6% per year (state average 37.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 144
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- National Health Care Associates
- Medicare-certified since
- December 12, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- CMS Certification Number
- 075330
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 4 / 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) | 0.83 hrs | 0.69 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.37 hrs | 2.22 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.84 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 23.6% | 37.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.3% | 38.6% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 12 | 13 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 75 | 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) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $47,905 | $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 | 144 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 134 | 103 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.9% | 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) | 4.1% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.2% | 4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.5% | 17.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 10.1% | 18% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.1% | 16.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.3% | 6.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 82.7% | 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) | 20.6% | 17.6% | 19.5% | Worse |
| 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) | 86.8% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85.5% | 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) | 0.7% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 50.1% | 69.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 79.7% | 71.8% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 25 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 21, 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 | Corrected July 15, 2026 |
| October 6, 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 November 13, 2025 |
| October 6, 2025 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 November 13, 2025 |
| September 15, 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 October 27, 2025 |
| September 15, 2025 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 October 27, 2025 |
| September 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0627 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 27, 2025 |
| September 15, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 27, 2025 |
| September 15, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 27, 2025 |
| September 15, 2025 Standard | 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 October 27, 2025 |
| September 15, 2025 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 27, 2025 |
| September 15, 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 October 27, 2025 |
| September 15, 2025 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 27, 2025 |
| February 25, 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 April 8, 2025 |
| January 17, 2025 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 February 28, 2025 |
| October 2, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2024 |
| October 2, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 13, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2024 |
| May 30, 2024 Complaint | 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 July 11, 2024 |
| December 18, 2023 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 January 29, 2024 |
| December 18, 2023 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 January 29, 2024 |
| December 18, 2023 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 January 29, 2024 |
| December 18, 2023 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 January 29, 2024 |
| November 29, 2023 Complaint | 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 December 26, 2023 |
| August 18, 2021 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2021 |
| August 18, 2021 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2021 |
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 $47,905 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 15, 2025 | Fine | $39,081 |
| October 2, 2024 | Fine | $8,824 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSTREICHER, MARVIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/2006 |
| PAGE, PATRICIA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/11/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation's rating?
Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation 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 Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a Connecticut average of 13. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation 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 Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of National Health Care Associates. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?
Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation is at 118 Jefferson Street, Fairfield, CT 06825. Phone: (203) 372-4501.
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.