Geer Nursing and Rehabilitation
99 South Canaan Rd · Canaan, CT · 06018 · 8608245137
120 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.12 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.70 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.72 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 29% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $24,690 |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
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.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
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 October 1, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2021
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 17, 2021
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2019
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 2, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2019
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 2, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2019
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 2, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2019
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 2, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2024 | Fine | $4,938 |
| February 12, 2024 | Fine | $4,938 |
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $14,814 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 075202 · certified since February 9, 1971. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.