Havencare at Filosa

Havencare at Filosa sits at 13 Hakim Street in Danbury, Connecticut, and takes care of older adults needing skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, or long-term care, and it has 64 licensed beds with an average of about 61 residents each day, and while the facility is Medicare and Medicaid certified and participates in CMS quality programs, recent inspections have reported 16 deficiencies-eight of which were recorded in August 2024, including one infection-related, plus care issues with food and fluids, pressure ulcers, and following care orders, so families might want to keep that in mind. Residents get 24-hour care by Certified Nursing Assistants, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Registered Nurses, who provide around-the-clock support with a nurse staffing of about 3.92 hours per resident per day and a nurse turnover rate near 43 percent, with care including assistance with transferring, bathing, dressing, medication management, and more, plus restorative and mental wellness programs. People can join recreational and social activities, arts and crafts, daily planned events, fitness classes, and community-sponsored outings, while community spaces include a dining room, fitness room, beauty salon, game area, wellness center, small library, garden, computer room, and outdoor space, so there's always something to do, and even Wi-Fi and cable keep folks connected. Residents live in fully furnished rooms-each one has a kitchenette, private bathroom, phone, and air conditioning-and staff handles housekeeping, linens, and laundry, so things stay clean and comfortable, plus meals are prepared on site, served restaurant style, and special diets like diabetes are accommodated. For medical needs, residents get access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy; orthopedic and post-surgical rehab; IV therapy; advanced wound care including wound vacs; pain management using medicine and therapy; lab and x-ray services; pharmacy help; dental, podiatry, and physician services; mental health resources; and a 24-hour call system for emergencies. Staff help with walking and wheelchair needs, personal care like dressing and grooming, toileting, bathing, and arranging transportation when required, and people can take part in organized resident groups, social work, and educational programs to keep connected. The focus is on safety, comfort, and independence, but everything's grounded in a secure setting, with attention paid to personalized care plans, chronic illness, and complex care management, and there's both respite stays for those who need a break and long-term arrangements for those who need ongoing help. Amenities like on-site maintenance, guest parking, washers and dryers, and a sprinkler system help make daily living easier, but with any place, it's good to look at official reports and visit in person if possible before making any decisions, even though the staff tries to deliver thoughtful care and support for all the folks who call Havencare at Filosa home.