Pierce Memorial Baptist Home, INC.

Nursing Home · Brooklyn, CT

CMS overall rating 5/5 Non profit - Corporation

CMS certification number075243

Contact & location

44 Canterbury Road
Brooklyn, CT 06234
Northeastern Ct County
Phone
(860) 774-9050
ZIP code
06234 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
72
Residents per day
63.7 (88% occupied)
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Legal name
Pierce Memorial Baptist Home INC.
Medicare certified since
March 31, 1974
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Both council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 3.0
Health inspections★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 3.2
Quality measures★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 3.6
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 2/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
4.11 (state 3.73 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.99 (state 0.69 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.66 (state 0.82 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.45 (state 2.22 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.80 (state 3.37 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
45.2 (state 37.4 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
40.0 (state 38.6 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
March 27, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
8.0 (state 13.4 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
3
Citations on record (3 years)
27 health · 5 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-06-17 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-07-29
2026-06-17 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-07-29
2026-03-27 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2026-05-08
2026-03-27 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-05-08
2026-03-27 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-05-08
2026-03-27 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-05-08
2026-03-27 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-05-08
2026-03-27 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm
Corrected 2026-05-08
2025-06-11 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-26
2025-06-11 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-26
2025-06-11 Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
F0940 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-26
2025-05-05 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-24
2025-03-25 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-04-10
2025-03-25 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-04-10
2024-06-18 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-07-30
2024-06-18 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-07-30
2024-06-18 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-07-30
2024-06-18 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-07-11
2024-06-18 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-07-11
2024-06-18 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-07-30
2024-06-18 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-07-30
2023-11-03 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-04-28
2023-11-03 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-04-28
2023-11-03 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-04-28
2022-03-17 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-04-28
2022-03-17 Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
F0744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-04-28
2022-03-17 Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
F0888 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-04-28

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

1 penalty in the last three years, including $12,735 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2026-03-27Fine$12,735

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Morse, Mary Patricia (individual)Contracted Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE
Morse, Mary Patricia (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Apicella, Mary (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Avena, Robert (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Chesser, Samuel (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Crane, Micael (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Jones, David (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Kane, Mark (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
McMunn, William (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Riesen, John (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Stevens, Sandra (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Thomas, Gregory (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Wyand, Charles (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Baule, Diana (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Pierce Memorial Baptist Home, INC.?

Pierce Memorial Baptist Home, INC. has a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in Connecticut.

How many beds does Pierce Memorial Baptist Home, INC. have?

It has 72 certified beds and cares for about 64 residents per day.

Has Pierce Memorial Baptist Home, INC. been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $12,735 in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Pierce Memorial Baptist Home, INC.?

(860) 774-9050. The facility is located at 44 Canterbury Road, Brooklyn, CT 06234.

Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.