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Evergreen Woods
88 Notch Hill Rd, North Branford, CT 06471
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Evergreen Woods Description
Connecticut’s top retirement community is Evergreen Woods of Branford. Located on 88 acres and just minutes from both the shoreline and downtown New Haven, we offer a luxurious, all-inclusive senior living experience. Members enjoy vibrant social programming, an award-winning wellness initiatives, industry-leading Care Services and restaurant-style fine dining—all in a community that is dedicated to their happiness. Accommodations come in the form of beautiful one, two and three-bedroom villa apartments.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
Nursing Home
Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.
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Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.
Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Reviews of Evergreen Woods offer a mixed perspective, ranging from concerns about the quality of care in certain situations to high praise for the community's amenities, staff, and social environment.
- One review expressed serious concerns about the care provided to residents who require constant attention, citing a personal incident that resulted in a hospital visit.
- Several reviews highlight the positive aspects of living at Evergreen Woods, including the friendly community, professional and inviting staff, and a wide range of activities and social events, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The quality of the health center and rehabilitation services received commendation for their high level of care, respect, and knowledge.
- Residents and visitors alike appreciate the beautiful surroundings, well-kept facilities, and the inclusive, welcoming community that makes it easy to form new friendships.
- Special mention is made of the diverse and interesting backgrounds of the residents, contributing to a rich community life.
- Concerns were raised about the treatment of staff in certain departments, with one review describing a negative experience working as a CNA.
- The community's surroundings, including its cultivated areas and natural woods, are highlighted as a distinguishing feature, along with the variety of wildlife that adds to the charm of living at Evergreen Woods.
- Several reviews emphasize the importance of making an informed decision when choosing a senior living community, with Evergreen Woods being highly recommended by residents for its amenities, staff, and the quality of life it offers.
Overall, while there are some concerns, the majority of reviews paint a picture of Evergreen Woods as a vibrant, caring, and engaging community for seniors.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 5
Health inspection rating: 4
Staffing rating: 5
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Oct. 16, 1991
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare
Nursing home capacity: 50
Total current residents: 31
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 1
Number of
substantiated complaints: 0
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 1
Total cost of fines: $658
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-06-25 | 2019-09-11 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-07-09 | E | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-07-09 | E | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-07-09 | E | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-07-09 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-07-09 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-07-09 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-10-28 | 2022-03-28 | F | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2019-06-13 | 2019-07-01 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| 2019-06-13 | 2019-07-01 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-19 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-19 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-19 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2021-07-19 | 2021-08-19 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-06-25 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-06-25 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-06-25 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-06-25 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-06-25 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-06-25 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-06-25 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide specialized rehabilitative services by qualified personnel, when ordered for a resident by a doctor. |
| 2018-06-01 | 2018-06-25 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2022-03-28 | $658 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is North Branford which is 1.1 miles away and has a population of 14,454 (small town).
- The average income is $86,509, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 78
- Low Temperature: 33
- Average Temperature: 55.0
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 155 days of rain, 26 days of snow and 183 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.6 inches a year
- The crime rate is 2.27 per 100 people which is low compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.33 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 1.39 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.02 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.29 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 134.0, Moderate Days 47.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 1.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Stop & Shop
1.4 miles awayThe Fresh Market
2.6 miles awayBig Y
4.3 miles awayAldi
6.2 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
6.5 miles awayTransportation
Thimble Islands Ferry Service
3.6 miles awayBranford
4.5 miles awayGuilford
4.9 miles awayBus Stations
Main Street and Thompson Street
6.8 miles awayBanks
First Niagara
2.2 miles awayBank of America
2.5 miles awayWebster Bank
4.2 miles awayGuilford Savings Bank
4.4 miles awayTD Bank
5.2 miles awayHospitals
Guilford Glen Medical Campus
3.5 miles awayYale Health Center
9.2 miles awayYale New Haven Psychiatric Hospital
9.5 miles awayYale New Haven Hospital
9.6 miles awaySmilow Cancer Hospital
9.6 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
2.5 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
5.0 miles awayRite Aid
5.6 miles awayCVS
7.7 miles awayHancock Pharmacy
7.7 miles awayDentists
Aspen Dental
2.5 miles awayAdmire Dental
5.2 miles awayJust Smiles Dental
5.3 miles awayNorthford Family Dental
5.5 miles awayContemporary Dental Care
5.7 miles awayParks
Guilford Land Cons. Trust Inc. (Moose Hill Road)
1.2 miles awayBitner Park
2.0 miles awayPeddlers Park
2.2 miles awayGuilford Land Cons. Trust Inc. (Peddlars Rd, R) 2 Parcel
2.3 miles awayGuilford Land Conservation Trust
2.4 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Kings Acres
8.0 miles awayConnecticut Post Mall
15.7 miles awayWestfield Meriden
16.3 miles awayBrass Mill Center
21.3 miles awayHawley Lane Mall
21.6 miles awayCulture
amphitheatre
3.4 miles awayGuilford Art Center
3.6 miles awayGreene Art Gallery
4.2 miles awayLittle Theatre
8.8 miles awayJones Auditorium
8.8 miles awayRestaurants
Chowder Pot III
1.4 miles away56 Diner
1.5 miles awayParthenon Diner
2.1 miles awayMarco's Pizzeria and Restaurant
2.6 miles awayRossitto's Ristorante
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