nursing home in North Branford, CT
Evergreen Woods
88 Notch Hill Road, North Branford, CT 06471 · (203) 488-8000
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
Evergreen Woods at a glance
Evergreen Woods is a 50-bed for-profit nursing home in North Branford, 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 5.4 hours of nursing care per day (1.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 4, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Connecticut average is 13.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 56.3% per year (state average 37.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 50
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Senior Living Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- October 16, 1991
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- South Central Ct County
- CMS Certification Number
- 075362
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) | 5.40 hrs | 3.73 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.75 hrs | 0.69 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.81 hrs | 2.22 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.94 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 56.3% | 37.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 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) | 5 | 13 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 28 | 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 | 50 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 41 | 103 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 82% | 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) | 0% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7% | 4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 17.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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) | 18.9% | 18% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.6% | 6.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 35.2% | 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) | 12.5% | 17.6% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 35.7% | 24.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 60% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 78% | 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) | 0.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 81.9% | 69.7% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 84.2% | 71.8% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 4, 2025 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 16, 2025 |
| September 4, 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 16, 2025 |
| September 4, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2025 |
| September 4, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2025 |
| September 4, 2025 Complaint | 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 October 16, 2025 |
| December 22, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 25, 2024 |
| December 22, 2023 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 March 4, 2024 |
| December 22, 2023 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 March 4, 2024 |
| December 22, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2024 |
| December 22, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2024 |
| December 22, 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 March 4, 2024 |
| December 22, 2023 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 March 4, 2024 |
| December 22, 2023 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 March 4, 2024 |
| December 22, 2023 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 March 4, 2024 |
| December 22, 2023 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 March 4, 2024 |
| October 28, 2021 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 28, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLERUM, KIMBERLY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2025 |
| MAXWELL GROUP, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| NHI-REIT OF EVERGREEN LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2016 |
| WELCH, AMANDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2025 |
| SENIOR LIVING COMMUITIES LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/27/2016 |
| BRENDA U. THOMPSON 2020 IRREVOCABLE TRUST DATED DECEMBER 30, 2020 Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| THOMPSON, BENJAMIN Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| THOMPSON, DONALD Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/27/2016 |
| THOMPSON, JOSHUA Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| THOMPSON, DONALD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/27/2016 |
| GLERUM, KIMBERLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| MAXWELL GROUP, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| SENIOR LIVING COMMUITIES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/27/2016 |
| THOMPSON, BENJAMIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| WELCH, AMANDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Evergreen Woods's rating?
Evergreen Woods 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 Evergreen Woods receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Connecticut average of 13. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Evergreen Woods accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Evergreen Woods?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Senior Living Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Evergreen Woods and how do I contact it?
Evergreen Woods is at 88 Notch Hill Road, North Branford, CT 06471. Phone: (203) 488-8000.
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.