Colonial Health & Rehab Center of Plainfield, LLC

Colonial Health & Rehab Center of Plainfield, LLC sits at 16 Winsor Ave. in Plainfield, Connecticut, and has been around for over thirty years, holding ninety certified beds in both private and semi-private rooms, with the daily resident count usually hovering around eighty-four people, and it's family owned, focusing on a "family first" approach that tries to put personal needs at the core of care. The facility has a full-time team with roles, including a therapy program manager, an occupational therapy assistant, nurses, a social worker, and a dietician who all work under a physician's direction. The care offered at Colonial covers both short-term and long-term stays, including restorative care, sub-acute rehabilitation, respite care, hospice care, and palliative care, with services meant to help improve mobility and independence for each individual.

Staff handle housekeeping and laundry needs under the direction of the director of housekeeping and laundry services. There's a dedicated food services department overseen by the director of food services, and dietary services are handled in-house. Daily activities and social events run by the director of activities keep things busy, with an event calendar that includes recreational and therapeutic activities, plus barber and beautician services twice a week. Social services staff support residents, and there's infection control staff that work to keep things safe and healthy. The building features a renovated dining and recreation room, plus a sun room where residents can relax, and residents can also visit with pets during regular visiting hours from 10 AM to 8 PM.

Colonial has a business office with an office manager, accounts receivable specialist, and admissions director to help residents and families with administrative concerns. The facility's nurse staffing hours are 3.37 per resident per day, which is below the state average, and there's been a nurse turnover rate of 61.3%, higher than others in the area. Inspections by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have shown some weaknesses-twenty-two deficiencies have been documented, with eight in the standard inspection report from November 8, 2024, and two from November 26, 2024, including some related to freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation (F0600, F0609). The center reports having some staff who are caring, though, as in many places, there are some staff who may not be a good fit.

Ownership sits with Colonial Health & Rehab LLC, a for-profit limited liability company, with Robert Darigan and Curtis Rodowicz as the main indirect owners. The building's interior gets described as nicer than most rehab centers in the area, and unique touches, like their renovated recreation areas and specialized therapy programs, stand out. Colonial Health & Rehab Center of Plainfield, LLC earned the AHCA Bronze Quality Award and tries to design individualized programs to support each resident's needs, but it's important to consider its inspection record and staff turnover when making choices. The center holds a 3.9 rating from 29 reviews, which reflects a range of experiences from families and residents over the years.