Candlewood Valley Health & Rehabilitation Center, located at 30 Park Ln E in New Milford, CT, is a 148-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that's been providing care for more than 40 years, and nowadays, you can find it tucked away on peaceful, park-like grounds in a residential neighborhood, which gives it a calm setting but it's still close enough for family visits. The center is a for-profit facility managed by James Noonan since February 2022, and its ownership includes several LLCs and private individuals. The place serves about 129 residents per day and offers both short-term and long-term care, including a special 42-bed secure memory care unit for those with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, along with a dedicated Birchwood 30-bed short-term rehab unit for advanced recovery.
Nurses provide an average of 3.79 hours of care per resident each day, but the nurse turnover rate is 36.3%, which is something to keep in mind. Candlewood Valley has had a total of 28 deficiencies noted in inspection reports, with 14 found in a June 2024 standard inspection, including two related to infection control issues and others addressing pharmacy services and resident rights about safe and clean living. It's important to notice that these include infection control and proper storage of drugs, so the staff needs to pay close attention to these areas. The center does accept Medicaid as a form of payment, and currently, it's not taking new residents.
Residents get access to 24/7 skilled nursing, physical, occupational, and speech therapies, along with advanced wound care, post-acute rehab, and respite care for family relief. Candlewood Valley provides social activities, outings, and special events that help residents stay connected with their families, and they've got amenities like outdoor patios, wireless internet, comfortable lounge areas, and a well-stocked library. They pay attention to personal care, with nutrition services, customized meal plans, and caregiving neighborhoods meant to let residents get support from familiar staff, and they do have staff who speak English.
The center covers a broad range of services for people 55 and older, including independent and assisted living, skilled nursing, continuing care, memory care, and home care, along with specialty programs for those who need more clinical attention. Candlewood Valley's memory care unit is designed for people with dementia or Alzheimer's, and the surroundings help with safety and comfort for residents. Families can join events and meetings to stay involved with care. There's a map online for getting there, and interested folks can tour the center to see the grounds, meet staff, and learn what daily life is like, though tours may not lead to admissions at this time.
