Inspection History Overview

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Detailed Inspection Reports

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September 29, 2025 Complaint Investigation

August 26, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Fines and Penalties by Year

2019 2 penalties totaling $22,676

$9,952
Oct 24, 2019

Fine

$12,724
Sep 10, 2019

Fine

2017 1 penalties totaling $19,039

$19,039
Sep 21, 2017

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2025 18 violations

Tag 0550 D Feb 26, 2025

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0553 E Feb 26, 2025

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0570 C Feb 26, 2025

Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0584 D Feb 26, 2025

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.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0604 D Feb 26, 2025

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0657 E Feb 26, 2025

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0684 D Feb 26, 2025

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0686 D Feb 26, 2025

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0689 D Feb 26, 2025

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0692 D Feb 26, 2025

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0761 D Feb 26, 2025

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.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0790 D Feb 26, 2025

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0812 E Feb 26, 2025

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0880 D Feb 26, 2025

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0883 D Feb 26, 2025

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0921 D Feb 26, 2025

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

✓ Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Tag 0657 E Jan 16, 2025

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Feb 8, 2025
Tag 0684 E Jan 16, 2025

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Dec 31, 2024

2023 19 violations

Tag 0550 D Nov 6, 2023

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

✓ Corrected: Dec 18, 2023
Tag 0600 D Nov 6, 2023

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Dec 18, 2023
Tag 0660 D Nov 6, 2023

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

✓ Corrected: Dec 18, 2023
Tag 0684 D Nov 6, 2023

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Dec 18, 2023
Tag 0689 G Nov 6, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Dec 18, 2023
Tag 0842 D Nov 6, 2023

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Dec 18, 2023
Tag 0689 J Oct 19, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Oct 27, 2023
Tag 0609 D Aug 21, 2023

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Sep 8, 2023
Tag 0610 D Aug 21, 2023

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Sep 8, 2023
Tag 0689 D Aug 21, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Sep 8, 2023
Tag 0550 D Jul 25, 2023

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

✓ Corrected: Oct 4, 2023
Tag 0602 D Jul 25, 2023

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

✓ Corrected: Oct 4, 2023
Tag 0656 D Jul 25, 2023

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Oct 4, 2023
Tag 0689 J Jul 25, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Oct 4, 2023
Tag 0761 D Jul 25, 2023

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.

✓ Corrected: Oct 4, 2023
Tag 0553 D May 17, 2023

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

✓ Corrected: Jun 1, 2023
Tag 0657 D May 17, 2023

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Jun 1, 2023
Tag 0684 D May 17, 2023

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Jun 1, 2023
Tag 0689 J May 17, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: May 17, 2023

2022 12 violations

Tag 0578 D Jul 29, 2022

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.

✓ Corrected: Sep 8, 2022
Tag 0684 E Jul 29, 2022

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Sep 8, 2022
Tag 0760 E Jul 29, 2022

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Sep 8, 2022
Tag 0550 D Jun 7, 2022

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

✓ Corrected: Jul 8, 2022
Tag 0684 D Jun 7, 2022

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Jul 8, 2022
Tag 0686 D Jun 7, 2022

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Jul 8, 2022
Tag 0689 D Jun 7, 2022

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jul 8, 2022
Tag 0692 D Jun 7, 2022

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

✓ Corrected: Jul 8, 2022
Tag 0806 D Jun 7, 2022

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

✓ Corrected: Jul 8, 2022
Tag 0812 D Jun 7, 2022

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jul 8, 2022
Tag 0804 E May 24, 2022

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

✓ Corrected: Jun 30, 2022
Tag 0692 D Apr 25, 2022

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

✓ Corrected: Oct 26, 2022

2021 9 violations

Tag 0580 E Jun 18, 2021

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2021
Tag 0609 D Jun 18, 2021

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2021
Tag 0658 D Jun 18, 2021

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2021
Tag 0659 D Jun 18, 2021

Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2021
Tag 0684 E Jun 18, 2021

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2021
Tag 0686 D Jun 18, 2021

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2021
Tag 0725 E Jun 18, 2021

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2021
Tag 0757 E Jun 18, 2021

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2021
Tag 0835 E Jun 18, 2021

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

✓ Corrected: Jul 30, 2021

2020 3 violations

Tag 0880 D Mar 16, 2020

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: May 28, 2021
Tag 0580 D Feb 27, 2020

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Apr 9, 2020
Tag 0689 D Feb 27, 2020

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Apr 9, 2020

2019 17 violations

Tag 0580 D Nov 21, 2019

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Tag 0658 D Nov 21, 2019

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

✓ Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Tag 0689 G Nov 21, 2019

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Tag 0760 D Nov 21, 2019

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Tag 0842 D Nov 21, 2019

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Tag 0584 E Oct 24, 2019

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.

✓ Corrected: Dec 5, 2019
Tag 0609 D Oct 24, 2019

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Dec 5, 2019
Tag 0610 D Oct 24, 2019

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Dec 5, 2019
Tag 0677 D Oct 24, 2019

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Dec 5, 2019
Tag 0684 D Oct 24, 2019

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Dec 5, 2019
Tag 0688 E Oct 24, 2019

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

✓ Corrected: Dec 5, 2019
Tag 0804 E Oct 24, 2019

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

✓ Corrected: Dec 5, 2019
Tag 0806 D Oct 24, 2019

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

✓ Corrected: Dec 5, 2019
Tag 0812 E Oct 24, 2019

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Dec 5, 2019
Tag 0600 G Sep 10, 2019

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Oct 7, 2019
Tag 0657 D Sep 10, 2019

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Oct 7, 2019
Tag 0689 G Sep 10, 2019

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Oct 7, 2019

2018 19 violations

Tag 0550 D Sep 4, 2018

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0558 D Sep 4, 2018

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0578 E Sep 4, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0580 D Sep 4, 2018

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0584 E Sep 4, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0608 D Sep 4, 2018

Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure (1) employees report any suspicion of a crime against any resident, according to timelines; (2) post the notice of employee rights; and (3) prohibit and prevent retaliation for reporting.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0609 D Sep 4, 2018

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0610 D Sep 4, 2018

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0656 D Sep 4, 2018

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0684 D Sep 4, 2018

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0689 D Sep 4, 2018

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0690 D Sep 4, 2018

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0740 D Sep 4, 2018

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0761 E Sep 4, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0812 E Sep 4, 2018

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0880 F Sep 4, 2018

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0925 E Sep 4, 2018

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

✓ Corrected: Oct 16, 2018
Tag 0641 D Mar 5, 2018

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

✓ Corrected: Mar 29, 2018
Tag 0842 D Mar 5, 2018

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Mar 29, 2018

2017 12 violations

Tag 0157 G Sep 21, 2017

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
Tag 0223 G Sep 21, 2017

Protect each resident from all abuse, physical punishment, and involuntary separation from others.

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
Tag 0253 D Sep 21, 2017

Provide housekeeping and maintenance services.

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
Tag 0280 D Sep 21, 2017

Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment.

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
Tag 0309 D Sep 21, 2017

Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
Tag 0311 D Sep 21, 2017

Make sure that residents receive treatments/services to maintain or improve their ability to care for themselves.

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
Tag 0314 G Sep 21, 2017

Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores.

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
Tag 0323 G Sep 21, 2017

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
Tag 0325 D Sep 21, 2017

Ensure residents maintain acceptable nutritional status.

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
Tag 0327 G Sep 21, 2017

Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration.

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
Tag 0371 D Sep 21, 2017

Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
Tag 0441 D Sep 21, 2017

Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.

✓ Corrected: Oct 20, 2017
🏥 Facility Summary

ARDEN CARE CENTER is a 1-star nursing home in HAMDEN, CT with 271 beds.

Most recent inspection: Data not available. No current violations on record.

📞 2032813500
📍 850 MIX AVE, HAMDEN, CT
💵 Accepts Medicare and Medicaid
Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Facility information updated daily. Star ratings range from 1 (much below average) to 5 (much above average).

Frequently Asked Questions About ARDEN CARE CENTER

What violations has ARDEN CARE CENTER received?
ARDEN CARE CENTER has 0 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of ARDEN CARE CENTER?
ARDEN CARE CENTER has a 1-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was ARDEN CARE CENTER last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is ARDEN CARE CENTER safe?
Safety at ARDEN CARE CENTER should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact ARDEN CARE CENTER?
Phone: 2032813500. Address: 850 MIX AVE, HAMDEN, CT. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does ARDEN CARE CENTER offer?
ARDEN CARE CENTER is a skilled nursing facility with 271 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
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