nursing home in Bridgeport, CT

Civita Care Northbridge

2875 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06606 · (203) 336-0232

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • 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

Civita Care Northbridge at a glance

Civita Care Northbridge is a 145-bed for-profit nursing home in Bridgeport, Connecticut (Greater Bridgeport County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Connecticut average of 3.

Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (March 24, 2026) found 16 health citations. The Connecticut average is 13.

Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $120,333.

Nursing staff turnover is 31.5% per year (state average 37.4%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
145
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Athena Healthcare Systems
Medicare-certified since
November 15, 1996
Continuing care retirement community
Yes
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Greater Bridgeport County
CMS Certification Number
075413

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityConnecticut avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.2 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.6 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.4 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.7 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.60 hrsConnecticut average3.73 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Connecticut and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityConnecticut avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.60 hrs3.73 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.42 hrs0.69 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.11 hrs2.22 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.18 hrs3.37 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)31.5%37.4%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)50%38.6%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility16Connecticut average13U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Connecticut and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityConnecticut avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)16139Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)533Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)128.880.880.6Worse

Penalties

This facility3Connecticut average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Connecticut and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityConnecticut avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)311Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$120,333$23,730$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)411Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityConnecticut avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds145118107
Average residents per day12110386
Occupancy83.4%88.3%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.9%Connecticut average3.5%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Connecticut and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityConnecticut avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)3.9%3.5%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.7%4%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)14.8%17.8%15.4%Average
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.3%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)16.4%18%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)15.6%16.4%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)2.4%6.5%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)5%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)18.6%17.6%19.5%Average
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)23.2%24.7%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)93.5%93.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)87.5%88.6%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility0%Connecticut average1.5%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Connecticut and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityConnecticut 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)55.7%69.7%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)29.7%71.8%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 43 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
March 24, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 24, 2026
March 24, 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 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected April 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
Standard
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 14, 2026
March 24, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 9, 2026
March 24, 2026
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 24, 2026
March 24, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
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 April 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
Standard
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 17, 2026
March 24, 2026
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected April 24, 2026
December 2, 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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected January 2, 2026
December 2, 2025
Complaint
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 January 2, 2026
November 18, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 12, 2025
November 18, 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 December 12, 2025
November 18, 2025
Complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 12, 2025
May 5, 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 13, 2025
December 19, 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 February 15, 2025
November 14, 2024
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 29, 2024
November 6, 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 29, 2024
November 6, 2024
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 November 29, 2024
June 26, 2024
Fire safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 13, 2024
June 26, 2024
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 13, 2024
June 26, 2024
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 12, 2024
June 26, 2024
Fire safety
Install noncombustible or limited-combustible interior walls.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0163
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2024
June 26, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 12, 2024
June 26, 2024
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
D
Potential harm, isolated
Deficient, Provider has date of correction
June 26, 2024
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2024
June 26, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 12, 2024
June 26, 2024
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 12, 2024
June 26, 2024
Fire safety
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0541
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 13, 2024
June 26, 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 September 13, 2024
June 26, 2024
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 27, 2024
June 26, 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
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
Standard
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
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 July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
Complaint
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
Complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
Standard
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
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 July 27, 2024
June 26, 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 July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
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 July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
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 July 27, 2024
June 26, 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 July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
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 July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
Complaint
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 July 27, 2024
June 26, 2024
Standard
Provide training in compliance and ethics.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0946
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected July 27, 2024
December 7, 2021
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 January 17, 2022
December 7, 2021
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 17, 2022
December 7, 2021
Standard
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 17, 2022
December 7, 2021
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 17, 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 4 federal penalties in the past three years, including $120,333 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
March 24, 2026Fine$77,220
November 18, 2025Fine$26,312
June 26, 2024Payment Denial64 days from September 26, 2024
June 26, 2024Fine$16,801

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
SANTILLI, LAWRENCE
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest13%09/30/2017
SANTILLI, LAWRENCE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE10/18/1996
MOSIER, MICHAEL
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2007
SANTILLI, LAWRENCE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE10/18/1996
ATHENA HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATES, INC.
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/18/1996
ROMAN, ERICA
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2016

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Frequently asked questions

What is Civita Care Northbridge's rating?

Civita Care Northbridge has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Connecticut nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Civita Care Northbridge receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 16 citations, compared with a Connecticut average of 13. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Civita Care Northbridge 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 Civita Care Northbridge?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Athena Healthcare Systems. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Civita Care Northbridge and how do I contact it?

Civita Care Northbridge is at 2875 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06606. Phone: (203) 336-0232.

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.