nursing home in Ridgefield, CT
Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation
642 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877 · (203) 438-8226
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation at a glance
Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a 126-bed for-profit nursing home in Ridgefield, Connecticut (Western Ct County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Connecticut average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 8, 2025) found 11 health citations. The Connecticut average is 13.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 37.9% per year (state average 37.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 126
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- National Health Care Associates
- Medicare-certified since
- January 25, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Western Ct County
- CMS Certification Number
- 075395
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 4.06 hrs | 3.73 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.61 hrs | 0.69 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.53 hrs | 2.22 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.66 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.9% | 37.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 38.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 13 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 86 | 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) | 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 | 126 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 114 | 103 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 90.5% | 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) | 4.7% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.7% | 4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 22.8% | 17.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.5% | 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) | 6.5% | 18% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.6% | 16.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.9% | 6.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 14% | 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) | 13.9% | 17.6% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.2% | 24.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.1% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 81.1% | 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) | 1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 40.7% | 69.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 53.3% | 71.8% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 31 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 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 June 17, 2025 |
| April 8, 2025 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 3, 2025 |
| April 8, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 3, 2025 |
| April 8, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 3, 2025 |
| April 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 3, 2025 |
| April 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 3, 2025 |
| April 8, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 3, 2025 |
| April 8, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| April 8, 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 June 3, 2025 |
| April 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| April 8, 2025 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 3, 2025 |
| April 8, 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 June 3, 2025 |
| April 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 June 3, 2025 |
| April 8, 2025 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 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected June 3, 2025 |
| October 1, 2024 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 November 12, 2024 |
| August 11, 2022 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2022 |
| August 11, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 22, 2022 |
| August 11, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate foot care. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 22, 2022 |
| August 11, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 22, 2022 |
| August 11, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 22, 2022 |
| August 11, 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 September 22, 2022 |
| August 11, 2022 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 September 22, 2022 |
| August 11, 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 September 22, 2022 |
| August 11, 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 September 22, 2022 |
| August 11, 2022 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 22, 2022 |
| August 11, 2022 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 22, 2022 |
| August 11, 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 September 22, 2022 |
| October 30, 2019 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 5, 2019 |
| October 30, 2019 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2019 |
| October 30, 2019 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 December 5, 2019 |
| October 30, 2019 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BG II OPCO ML LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/10/2024 |
| CEDAR HILL CAPITAL ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/10/2024 |
| DYMER HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/10/2024 |
| EHRENFELD, MINDY Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/10/2024 |
| ILANA OSTREICHER FAMILY TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/10/2024 |
| JUNIPER CAPITAL ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/10/2024 |
| MARC EPHRAM OSTREICHER FAMILY TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/10/2024 |
| OAK MANAGEMENT CAPITAL LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/10/2024 |
| YSRO TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/10/2024 |
| ZADUN II HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/10/2024 |
| CEDAR HILL CAPITAL ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2024 |
| ILANA OSTREICHER FAMILY TRUST Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2024 |
| JUNIPER CAPITAL ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2024 |
| MARC EPHRAM OSTREICHER FAMILY TRUST Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2024 |
| MASTER TENANT HOLDCO CT5 II LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2024 |
| OAK MANAGEMENT CAPITAL LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2024 |
| OSTREICHER, MARC Individual | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2024 |
| YSRO TRUST Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2024 |
| BAKER TILLY ADVISORY GROUP LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2024 |
| BERMAN, EDWARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| CANNAVARO, CAITLIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| CEDAR HILL CAPITAL ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2024 |
| DYMER HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2024 |
| ILANA OSTREICHER FAMILY TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| JUNIPER CAPITAL ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| MARC EPHRAM OSTREICHER FAMILY TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| MASTER TENANT HOLDCO CT5 II LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2024 |
| NATIONAL HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2024 |
| OSTREICHER, ILANA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| OSTREICHER, MARC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| PREFERRED THERAPY SOLUTIONS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2024 |
| PROCARE LTC HOLDING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2024 |
| CANNAVARO, CAITLIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| GILMARTIN, THOMAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| NATIONAL HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATES INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2024 |
| OSTREICHER, MARC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation's rating?
Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Connecticut nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Connecticut average of 13. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Laurel Ridge 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 Laurel Ridge 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 Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?
Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation is at 642 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877. Phone: (203) 438-8226.
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.