Capitol County, Connecticut · Nursing home
Touchpoints at Bloomfield
4 of 5 overall from CMS
140 Park Ave, Bloomfield, CT 06002
At a glance
- Overall rating 4 of 5 Above the state average of 3.0
- Nurse time per resident, per day 2.99 hours Below the state average of 3.73
- Nursing staff who left in a year 33.9% Below the state average of 37.4%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 38 2 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 93.4% of 146 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Touchpoints at Bloomfield is a 146-bed nursing home in Bloomfield, Connecticut (Capitol County). CMS rates it 4 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 2.99 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the Connecticut average of 3.73. CMS lists no fines in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 146
- Residents per day (average)
- 136.4
- Certified since
- 1976 (50 yrs)
For profit - Limited Liability company Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Icare Health Network (12 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Touchpoints at Bloomfield
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS counts 16 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on Nov 21, 2025 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the Connecticut average is 13.4. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Registered nurse time is 0.36 hours per resident per day; the Connecticut average is 0.69. Is an RN on site overnight?RN staffing in CMS data
- What is the daily private-pay rate, and are Medicaid beds available now?CMS does not publish prices
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 4 of 5 Connecticut average 3.0
- Health inspections 3 of 5 Connecticut average 2.7
- Staffing 3 of 5 Connecticut average 3.2
- Quality measures 5 of 5 Connecticut average 3.6
The vertical line marks the Connecticut average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 2.99 h Connecticut average 3.73
- Nurse aides 1.81 h Connecticut average 2.22
- Licensed practical nurses 0.81 h Connecticut average 0.82
- Registered nurses 0.36 h Connecticut average 0.69
- All staff, weekends 2.70 h Connecticut average 3.37
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 6 hours. The vertical line marks the Connecticut average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover33.9%
- Connecticut average37.4%
- Registered nurse turnover20.0%
- Connecticut average38.6%
- Administrators who left0
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Connecticut and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Connecticut | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 13.7% | 18.0% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 1.3% | 6.5% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 4.1% | 22.3% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.1% | 3.5% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% | 88.6% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 14.6% | 16.4% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 18.3% | 17.6% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 96.9% | 93.5% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 5.0% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 27.0% | 24.7% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 10.8% | 17.8% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | Too few residents or stays to report | 2.06 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | Too few residents or stays to report | 1.46 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Connecticut | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.5% | 71.8% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 91.1% | 69.7% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 24.1% | 24.3% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 7.9% | 10.7% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 38 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 1 was at the immediate jeopardy level and 1 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 20 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Jul 14, 2026: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2025 | 16 | 5 |
| Feb 27, 2024 | 18 | 8 |
| Oct 20, 2021 | 4 | 4 |
Connecticut homes averaged 13.4 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (38)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Complaint investigation · Pharmacy Service · Past Non-Compliance
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GActual harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 15, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 15, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 6, 2026)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Complaint investigation · Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 7, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 7, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 27, 2024)
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CPotential for minimal harm, widespread
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 27, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint investigation · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Complaint investigation · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Complaint investigation · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 9, 2024)
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What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this home in the past three years.
Connecticut homes averaged 0.9 fines and $23,730 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Connecticut
- Size45 of 191 by certified beds
- Connecticut average residents per day103.3
- ChainIcare Health Network
- Chain average overall rating2.9 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Bloomfield4
- Homes in Capitol County65
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Touchpoints at Bloomfield?
Touchpoints at Bloomfield has an overall rating of 4 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 3, staffing is 3 and quality measures is 5.
How many beds does Touchpoints at Bloomfield have?
Touchpoints at Bloomfield has 146 certified beds. It averages 136.4 residents per day, about 93.4% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Touchpoints at Bloomfield?
The home reports 2.99 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.36 hours from registered nurses. The Connecticut average is 3.73 hours and 0.69 hours from registered nurses.
Has Touchpoints at Bloomfield been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
Does Touchpoints at Bloomfield accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
- 2 of 5 Bloomfield Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation 120beds 92.8%in use 3.32nurse hours a day
- 5 of 5 Seabury 72beds 94.0%in use 4.78nurse hours a day
- 4 of 5 Complete Care at Kimberly Hall-South 180beds 57.8%in use 3.74nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Capitol County
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 075264. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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