Who owns Connecticut nursing homes
Ownership shapes staffing and cost decisions. Here is how Connecticut nursing homes compare by ownership type, and which chains operate the most homes.
CMS data as of August 1, 2026. Nursing homes only; assisted living is not covered by Medicare ratings.
By ownership type
| Ownership | Homes | Average Medicare stars | Typical nursing hours | Share fined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For profit | 153 | 2.9 | 3.61 hrs | 55% |
| Non profit | 36 | 3.5 | 4.16 hrs | 64% |
Largest chains in Connecticut
58% of Connecticut nursing homes belong to a chain. Counts are homes we list in Connecticut.
- National health care asSociates24 homes · average 3.1 of 5 Medicare stars
- Apple rehab19 homes · average 2.2 of 5 Medicare stars
- Icare health network10 homes · average 3.1 of 5 Medicare stars
- Complete care8 homes · average 3.4 of 5 Medicare stars
- Autumn lake healthcare7 homes · average 3.4 of 5 Medicare stars
- Ryders health management7 homes · average 1.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- Civita care centers6 homes · average 2.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Atlas healthcare6 homes · average 4.3 of 5 Medicare stars
- EsSential healthcare6 homes · average 2.5 of 5 Medicare stars
- Athena healthcare sYsTems5 homes · average 1.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- Highbridge healthcare4 homes · average 1.5 of 5 Medicare stars
- Life care sErvices2 homes · average 5.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Senior living communities1 home · average 5.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Careone1 home · average 5.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- The mayer family1 home · average 3.0 of 5 Medicare stars
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information (ownership type, chain affiliation). Averages are simple averages of Medicare overall star ratings; they describe groups, not any single home. A ranking is a starting point for questions, not a verdict. Always check the current Medicare record and visit in person.