Jason Chartier
Feb 2026
What an amazing community. Tight knit through and through, from the residents to the staff. I would certainly send my loved ones there. 5 stars across the board. Way to go Pomperaug Woods!!!!
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 37
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 37
- Inspections
- View history (31 citations)
- Care model
- Not-for-profit continuing care retirement community (CCRC)
- LifeCare guarantee
- Independent living residents automatically qualify for LifeCare
- Memory care size
- Memory care neighborhood limited to 16 residents
- Apartment feature
- Units include full kitchen and in-unit washer-dryer
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families and outside partners describe Pomperaug Woods as a tight-knit, welcoming community with attentive, empathetic staff, especially praising the rehabilitation and skilled nursing team's professionalism and communication. Reviewers consistently highlight the sense of belonging among residents and staff rather than a clinical feel.
The Good
- Reviewers call it a tight-knit, welcoming community
- Staff praised as professional, empathetic and communicative
- Strong reputation for rehabilitative and skilled nursing care
- Daily wellness activities and events for residents
- LifeCare program guarantees access to future care levels
The Bad
- No published pricing information available
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Pomperaug Woods is a senior living community in Southbury, Connecticut offering Memory Care, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Professional Chef, Restaurant style Dining Room and Outdoor Patio. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 138 reviews.
About Pomperaug Woods
Pomperaug Woods Health Center is a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, respite care, and hospice care in Southbury, Connecticut. Set on 22 acres of countryside, the community serves over 160 seniors with a continuum of care model designed to support residents as their health needs change.
Independent living residents automatically qualify for the LifeCare program, which guarantees access to higher levels of care within the community as needed. The community provides housekeeping, meal preparation, yard work, and home maintenance services, allowing residents to focus on activities and social engagement. Skilled nursing and rehabilitation services are available for residents requiring medical care or post-operative recovery.
The Memory Care neighborhood accommodates 16 residents in a close-knit setting designed to feel warm and familiar. Private studios and companion suites feature thoughtful design elements such as personalized Memory Books and shadow boxes to encourage engagement and connection.
Social and recreational programming is extensive, including creative arts classes, lectures on history and current events, book clubs, Bible study groups, museum outings, movie screenings, and bingo. A chef prepares daily meals, with dining options designed to feel special.
The campus features a welcoming Great Room for dining and activities, bright common spaces, and apartment options including the Putnam floor plan with full kitchens, in-unit washer-dryer, and abundant natural light. Residents build connections through committees, group activities, and shared interests within the community.
Types of Care at Pomperaug Woods
Independent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Professional Chef
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Chapel / Religious Services
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Outdoor Patio
- Salon / Barber
- Security
Activities
- Arts and Crafts
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Day Trips and Outings
- Live Performances
- Religious Services
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Pomperaug Woods
4.9overall · 138 ratings combined
4.9★ on Google (138)
Nasi Hani
Nov 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our Agency We Care For You Senior Services. We have had the pleasure of collaborating with Pomperaug Health Center, and we want to express our appreciation for their outstanding services. The staff at Pomperaug Health Center consistently demonstrate a high level of professionalism and expertise. Their dedication to patient care is evident in every interaction. Collaboration with the team at Pomperaug has been seamless. They maintain open lines of communication, ensuring that all parties involved in patient care are informed and aligned.
Petra Bredbenner
Nov 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had the pleasure of visiting Pomperaug Nursing Home recently, and I was truly impressed The overall atmosphere is friendly and supportive, making it feel more like a community than a facility. I highly recommend Pomperaug Nursing Home for anyone seeking quality care for their loved ones. The dedication of the staff and the sense of community truly set it apart.
Bob Fossum
Oct 2025
Pomperaug Woods Health Center for Rehabilitative Care - (from my Thank You Letter to the Staff) - You, each of you, were polite, courteous, professional, caring and, above all else, empathetic to my wife's situation and at every opportunity you made her feel welcome and at ease, no matter what the task you were performing. I do not remember a frowning or scowling face, an unhappy attitude, a grumpy disposition. Although this may sound like an old cliché, together you acted and performed as intricate pieces of a well oiled machine – functioning seamlessly as one as you provided your part in her care. No matter what else might have been going on in your lives, you always pushed it to the back and presented a warm and caring demeanor – creating an environment that she was happy in. For That, I Thank You.
Toni Nuzzolo
Mar 2025
Pomperaug Woods is a very welcoming community. The staff and residents are wonderful. There is much thought to entertain the residents with events and wellness activities on a daily basis. It’s a beautiful environment for a loved one.
Government Inspection History
7 inspection visits in the last three years, 31 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
May 20, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 8, 2026
May 29, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 9, 2025
Jan 7, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 31, 2025
Oct 16, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard14 citations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 1, 2024
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 1, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 2, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 18, 2024
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 6, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 1, 2024
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 1, 2024
Sep 18, 2024Health Complaint3 citations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 24, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 24, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 24, 2024
Apr 18, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 12, 2023
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 12, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 12, 2023
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 19, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 12, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 19, 2023
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 19, 2023
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 19, 2023
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 12, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected May 12, 2023
Jun 8, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard1 citation
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 30, 2021
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Pomperaug Woods offer?
Pomperaug Woods offers Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Pomperaug Woods located?
Pomperaug Woods is located at 80 Heritage Rd in Southbury, Connecticut.
What do families say about Pomperaug Woods?
Families and outside partners describe Pomperaug Woods as a tight-knit, welcoming community with attentive, empathetic staff, especially praising the rehabilitation and skilled nursing team's professionalism and communication. Reviewers consistently highlight the sense of belonging among residents and staff rather than a clinical feel.
How did Pomperaug Woods do on recent health and safety inspections?
Pomperaug Woods had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 31 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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