Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill
2817 North Main Street · Waterbury, CT · 06704 · 2037570731
90 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Autumn Lake Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 73 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.49 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.92 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 28% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (24 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
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 January 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
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 January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 6, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 6, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B December 6, 2024
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2023 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected December 27, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 27, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected December 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2022
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected September 29, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2022
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 September 29, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2022
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected September 29, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2022
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 29, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2019
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 12, 2019 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2019
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 12, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E November 15, 2019
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected December 12, 2019 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 075418 · certified since February 4, 1999. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.