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Avalon Health Care Center at Stoneridge

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise professional and caring nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.

186 Jerry Browne Road, Mystic · Mystic, CT 0635540 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.3/5

based on 7 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is highly regarded for its professional staff and clean environment, making it a strong candidate for long-term care and rehabilitation. However, families should be aware of recent reports regarding communication infrastructure issues; it is advisable to ask about alternative methods for reaching loved ones if the primary phone system experiences outages.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

7 reviews on Google
Avalon Health Care Center at StoneRidge is frequently praised for its professional, caring staff and high-quality facility environment, particularly by families of long-term residents. While many reviewers highlight a sense of comfort and competence, recent feedback points to significant operational frustrations, such as prolonged communication outages.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff9.0Clean9.0ActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/AComms3.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Professional and caring nursing staff
  • High-quality, meticulous facility environment
  • Effective rehabilitation therapy services
  • Strong continuum of care integration

Concerns

  • Communication infrastructure failures (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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2344.02018(1)5.02019(1)5.02020(3)3.72023(3)

Distribution · 8 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

57%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the facility's smaller capacity of 40 residents, how do you foster a close-knit community atmosphere during daily activities?
  • 2I noticed that communication is a top priority for families; what specific systems or contact points do you have in place to ensure we stay updated on our loved one's daily status?
  • 3With your strong reputation for rehabilitation services, how do you coordinate the transition from intensive therapy back into the daily routine of the nursing home?
  • 4I see you actively engage with feedback online; how do you incorporate family input into your ongoing care planning process?
  • 5Since you maintain such a high CMS rating for staffing, could you share how your team balances clinical care with the social and emotional needs of the residents?
  • 6In the event of a medical change or emergency, what is your protocol for notifying family members to ensure we are informed immediately?

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Key Review Excerpts

The quality of care, the professionalism, the meticulous environment, the genuine caring way in which all of the staff interact with the residents, from the director to the aide

Long-term resident's family · 2020★★★★★

I was very pleased with the level of care I received. The staff was happy and very helpful. The physical therapist and therapy studio were onsite making everything so convenient.

Rehab patient · 2023★★★★★

The phone lines have been out of order for 3 days. You cannot call this facility to reach loved ones.

Family member · 2023☆☆☆☆
Source: 7 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
2.08hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
5.12hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
29%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
22%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

10

measures

Worse Than Avg

4

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
12.1%
CT
19.7%
Southeastern ct
10.3%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.8%
Better than Avg
Here
4.8%
US
19.5%
CT
17.4%
Southeastern ct
17.0%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
CT
88.0%
Southeastern ct
87.8%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility28.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
28.5%
US
19.4%
CT
24.9%
Southeastern ct
24.5%
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Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
95.5%
CT
93.5%
Southeastern ct
93.1%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility21.0%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
21.0%
US
14.4%
CT
18.2%
Southeastern ct
21.2%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.6%
Better than Avg
Here
96.6%
US
79.7%
CT
69.7%
Southeastern ct
72.2%
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility86.4%
Better than Avg
Here
86.4%
US
81.8%
CT
71.0%
Southeastern ct
62.1%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.6%
Better than Avg
Here
0.6%
US
1.6%
CT
1.5%
Southeastern ct
1.2%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

3deficiencies
1penalties
Well below state avg (12.8)
2 complaint-triggered
$8,018 in fines

Avalon Health Care Center has concerning complaint-triggered deficiencies involving resident protection from abuse and proper reporting of incidents, indicating families have filed serious reports. The facility shows recurring issues with fire safety systems, emergency preparedness, and accident prevention that have persisted across multiple surveys from 2019 to 2024. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of repeated fire safety violations suggests ongoing operational challenges that families should investigate thoroughly before considering placement.

Mar 4, 2025Complaint
2
0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Sep 27, 2024Routine
17
0689Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0712Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0037Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

0223Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0345Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0351Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0711Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0911Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

0914Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

0918Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Jun 23, 2022Routine
1
0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Oct 10, 2019Routine
4
0883Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

0351Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0711Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Sep 27, 2024

$8,018

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Avalon Health Care Center at Stoneridge

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Life Care Services

Chain Size

45 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 4.0/5 · Rank 3 of 20 (Best)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Stoneridge Jv LLC

Owner · Organization

100%

Lcs Holding Company LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Lcs Management Holding Company, LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Lcs Milwaukee I LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Mccarthy Partners, LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Mpm Senior Living Investors LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Oak Investment Trust

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Oak Investment Trust II

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Rci Legacy Holdings LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Redwood Holdings, LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Key personnel

Bank of America, N.a.5% or Greater Mortgage InterestBank of America, N.a.5% or Greater Security InterestBird, JohnManaging Control - Governing BodyLahey, DanielManaging Control - Governing BodyShaw, GelynnaManaging Control - Governing Body
Source: Medicare provider data

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