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Gardner Heights Health Care Center, Inc
Nursing home Shelton, CT
172 Rocky Rest Road, Shelton, CT 06484 · (203) 929-1481
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Overall rating 2
Health inspections 2
Staffing 2
Quality of resident care 3
Certified beds124
Residents on an average day114
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation · Apple Rehab
Medicare-certified sinceJan 1, 1992
Ratings compared with Connecticut and the U.S. average
| Measure | This provider | Connecticut average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Health inspections | 2 | 2.7 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | 2 | 3.2 | 2.9 |
| Quality of resident care | 3 | 3.6 | 3.6 |
Nurse staffing compared with Connecticut and the U.S.
| Measure | This provider | Connecticut average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.13 | 3.73 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.33 | 0.69 | 0.69 |
| Nursing staff turnover (lower is better) | 34.4% | 37.4% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover (lower is better) | 46.7% | 38.6% | 42.9% |
Fines and payment denials (last 3 years)
- Fines: 1, total $7,446
- Payment denials: 1
Other options nearby
- Orange Health Care Center
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4.3 mi away4★
Ratings describe past performance reported to CMS and can change. Confirm insurance, availability and services directly with the provider, and talk to your doctor or care team. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing homes - Provider Information (released Sep 30, 2026).