Best Skilled Nursing in New Haven, Connecticut
8 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 8 skilled nursing communities in New Haven. Families rate them 4 out of 5 on average, across 276 public reviews.
- 8communities
- 4average rating, 6 rated
- 276family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer

Emerest Home Care of Connecticut - Adult Family Living (AFL)
New Haven, Connecticut
5(9)
Home care · no referral needed

Mary Wade Residential Care Home
New Haven, Connecticut
4.8(5)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Leeway
New Haven, Connecticut
5(2)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

University Place Residential Care,LLC
New Haven, Connecticut
5(1)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Advanced Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation
New Haven, Connecticut
4.1(166)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Grimes Center
New Haven, Connecticut
4(30)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Mary Wade
New Haven, Connecticut
3.9(29)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

New Haven Center For Nursing & Rehabilitation
New Haven, Connecticut
2(34)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in New Haven
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Emerest Home Care of Connecticut - Adult Family Living (AFL)
5 (9 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers describe Emerest as an in-home care and family caregiving support agency in New Haven, praising the caregiver matching process and the guidance offered to family caregivers. Multiple reviews highlight staff…
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Mary Wade Residential Care Home
4.8 (5 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 94 units
Families describe long-term residents at Mary Wade's Boardman Wing receiving compassionate, consistent care over many years, with staff praised for helping residents maintain independence and dignity. Multiple reviewers…
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Advanced Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation
4.1 (166 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 226 units
Families generally praise the staff at Advanced Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation, especially the social worker Stephanie and the physical therapy team, describing compassionate, above-and-beyond support during…
- 4
4 (30 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 114 units
Grimes Center is a short-term rehabilitation facility in New Haven, Connecticut, where several reviewers praise the physical therapy staff, cleanliness, and food, while others report inconsistent nursing care and a…
- 5
3.9 (29 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Google reviewers give Mary Wade a 4 out of 5 average, with many families praising the warmth and dedication of the nursing and memory-care staff, especially during hospice and end-of-life care. At the same time, several…
- 6
New Haven Center For Nursing & Rehabilitation
2 (34 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 150 units
Reviews for New Haven Center For Nursing & Rehabilitation are sharply divided: most describe serious, safety-related problems, while a smaller number praise the staff and administration. With a 2 out of 5 rating from 34…
What families say about skilled nursing in New Haven
Counted across the review summaries of 8 New Haven communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 88%
- Value for money 38%
- Medical and nursing care 38%
- Food and dining 25%
- Activities and social life 25%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 38%
- Building and upkeep 38%
- Safety 38%
- Communication with families 25%
Skilled Nursing in New Haven: the figures
- •Of the 5 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
- •5 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.4 out of 5: 2 rated four stars or better, 3 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (8), emergency call system (8), medication management (8), on-site nurse (rn) (8), 24-hour staff (8), housekeeping (6).
Skilled Nursing near New Haven
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Haven3.5 mi | 13 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.5 mi |
| Woodbridge3.7 mi | 13 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.7 mi |
| Hamden4.4 mi | 31 | 4.3 / 5 | 4.4 mi |
| Orange6 mi | 6 | 4.6 / 5 | 6 mi |
| Branford6.1 mi | 6 | 4.1 / 5 | 6.1 mi |
| Milford9.7 mi | 17 | 4.6 / 5 | 9.7 mi |
| Shelton11 mi | 28 | 4.4 / 5 | 11 mi |
| Wallingford11.6 mi | 8 | 4 / 5 | 11.6 mi |
All of Connecticut: Skilled Nursing in Connecticut. Closer to home? Compare skilled nursing near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 8 communities listed in New Haven, 276 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in New Haven ask about.
- Home Care in Connecticut: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in New Haven: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in New Haven, Connecticut?
MyLivingChoice lists 8 skilled nursing long term care communities in New Haven, Connecticut, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in New Haven are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Emerest Home Care of Connecticut - Adult Family Living (AFL) (5★, 9 ratings), Mary Wade Residential Care Home (4.8★, 5 ratings), Advanced Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation (4.1★, 166 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in New Haven?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, New Haven has at-home care (9 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (8 communities), independent living (6 communities), assisted living (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in New Haven?
Families rate New Haven skilled nursing long term care communities 4 out of 5 on average, across 276 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in New Haven skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 8 New Haven communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 88%), value for money (mentioned for 38%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 38%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (38%), building and upkeep (38%), safety (38%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in New Haven?
Of the 5 New Haven communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do New Haven nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes in New Haven carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.4 out of 5. 2 are rated four stars or better and 3 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving New Haven bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.

