Masonicare Health Center
22 Masonic Avenue · Wallingford, CT · 06492 · 2036795900
336 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.00 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.49 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.79 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 40% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $13,085 |
Inspection citations (28 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E December 9, 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 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 9, 2024
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 January 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 9, 2024
Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2024
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 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 January 30, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 9, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 9, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 8, 2024 · 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 August 13, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 8, 2024 · found via complaint
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 August 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected August 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · B August 4, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 8, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 18, 2022
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected May 26, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2022
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected May 26, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2022
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 26, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2022
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected May 26, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 26, 2022 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C March 18, 2022
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected May 26, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2019
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 11, 2019 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 13, 2024 | Fine | $13,085 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 075135 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.