ARK HEALTHCARE & REHABILITATION AT BRANFORD HILLS

ARK Healthcare & Rehabilitation at Branford Hills is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located at 189 Alps Road in Branford, Connecticut. The facility operates within South Central CT county and holds 190 certified beds. It is classified as a for-profit entity organized as a Limited Liability Company, and it is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries. The facility carries a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which places it at the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS evaluates nursing homes across three primary domains. In each of those domains, ARK Healthcare & Rehabilitation at Branford Hills received a 3-star rating. The health inspection rating reflects findings from onsite surveys conducted by state inspectors, including complaint investigations and standard inspections. The staffing rating is based on reported nurse and aide hours per resident per day, adjusted for the clinical acuity of the resident population. The quality measure rating is derived from clinical data submitted by the facility covering areas such as resident mobility, medication management, and hospital readmissions. Each of these three component ratings received 3 stars, consistent with the national average in all three areas. ARK Healthcare & Rehabilitation at Branford Hills accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to a broad range of residents who qualify for federal and state benefit programs. Individuals and families seeking placement at this facility are advised to contact the facility directly at (203) 481-6221 to inquire about current availability, private pay rates, and any additional insurance or payment arrangements the facility may accommodate. With an overall rating of 3 stars, ARK Healthcare & Rehabilitation at Branford Hills performs in line with the national average across all CMS-evaluated categories. Its 190-bed capacity positions it as a mid-to-large-sized facility relative to the national nursing home landscape, where the average certified bed count is approximately 107. The facility's dual Medicare and Medicaid certification indicates that it meets federal standards required to participate in both programs. Prospective residents and their representatives are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare data and to conduct in-person visits when evaluating care options in the Branford area.