Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Mystic, Connecticut
1 of 4 nursing homes in Mystic (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Connecticut statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
320
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$39,875 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
52 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Mystic, Connecticut is limited, with only 4 facilities and just 1 recommended option (25%). Families should be aware of the caution tier facility that has good scores but also incurred fines, indicating the need for careful consideration when choosing care.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 PENDLETON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER (75) — Pendleton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. With a B grade and no fines, this for-profit facility offers quality care across its 120 beds, making it a reliable choice for those seeking rehabilitation and nursing services.
The other 3 Mystic facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $39K.
Recommended
Pendleton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. With a B grade and no fines, this for-profit facility offers quality care across its 120 beds, making it a reliable choice for those seeking rehabilitation and nursing services.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Mystic Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.64 | 0.87 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 37 | 22.3 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $39,875
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Mystic Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Mystic's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 4 Mystic facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Mystic avg is 52 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Mystic facilities average 22.3 deficiencies per inspection
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Mystic at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 25% of the market
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $39K in total fines across 2 facilities
- Worst facility has $31K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 63.3 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 100% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 0% government
- 22.3 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Mystic, CT are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in Mystic (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Mystic "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Mystic?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.