SAINT MARY HOME

Saint Mary Home is a nursing care facility located at 2021 Albany Ave in West Hartford, Connecticut (ZIP 06117). The facility operates under non-profit corporate ownership and maintains 256 certified beds. It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, making it eligible to serve beneficiaries under either program. The facility can be reached by phone at (860) 570-8200. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of one to five, with five representing the highest performance. Saint Mary Home holds an overall CMS rating of 2 stars, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating is also 2 stars, reflecting the outcomes of standard annual inspections and any complaint investigations conducted during the review period. The staffing rating stands at 4 stars, indicating that staffing levels at this facility are above average relative to peer facilities nationally. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, based on clinical data reported for residents across a range of health and functional outcomes. The combination of a below-average overall rating alongside stronger individual ratings in staffing and quality measures reflects variation across the distinct components that CMS evaluates. Saint Mary Home accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, which broadens access for residents who rely on federal or state insurance programs. Prospective residents and their families are advised to contact the facility directly to confirm current bed availability, specific payment arrangements, and any additional coverage options that may apply. Financial eligibility and coverage details for Medicaid are determined by the state of Connecticut and may involve a separate application process. When placed in national context, Saint Mary Home presents a mixed profile across the CMS rating domains. The overall rating of 2 stars and health inspection rating of 2 stars both fall below the national benchmark of 3.0 stars, suggesting areas where the facility's performance on inspections is below what is typical for comparable nursing homes across the country. However, the staffing and quality measure ratings of 4 stars each indicate that the facility performs above the national average in those specific areas. The facility is located in Hartford County, Connecticut, and serves the West Hartford community as part of a broader network of long-term care options available in the region. Individuals researching nursing care options are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Compare report for this facility and to conduct in-person visits when evaluating fit for a specific resident's needs.