Evergreen Health Care Center in Stafford Springs, CT

Evergreen Health Care Center is a nursing home community in Stafford Springs, CT.

Information last verified: June 16, 2026

205 Chestnut Hill Road, Stafford Springs, CT 06076

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 126 reviews

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Overall Review of Evergreen Health Care Center

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Cleanliness and no strong odor

Residents’ families repeatedly describe the facility as very clean and well kept.

Many reviewers emphasize cleanliness on visits and during stays, describing rooms and common areas as clean, neat, and well maintained. Several also mention not noticing unpleasant smells, reinforcing the “clean feel” they associate with the building. A few reviewers also reference clean signage and a cheery, comfortable atmosphere alongside that cleanliness.

common 26 reviews mention this

Attentive, professional care

Families often say the staff is attentive, professional, and focused on needs.

A consistent thread across reviews is how closely staff responds to resident needs, with mentions of attentive care during rehab and recovery. Reviewers describe staff as professional and knowledgeable, including nurses and aides who keep families informed and explain what’s happening. Some reviews also highlight therapy support and medical follow-through, which matches the community’s skilled nursing focus.

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Friendly staff and easy visits

Reviewers frequently describe friendly, responsive staff during visits and check-ins.

Even when reviews are about a short visit or a tour, families often comment on warm, friendly interactions at reception and on the unit. Multiple reviewers also mention an organized check-in process and staff who help visitors find their way quickly. One reviewer specifically notes that the community’s security sign-in process makes them feel safer, while another mentions improvements to make sign-in and sign-out easier.

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Activities and a home-like touch

Residents are described as having activities and daily engagement options.

Several reviews mention scheduled daily activities, bingo, and music, along with day-to-day opportunities to stay engaged. Families describe the experience as lively enough that some residents appear genuinely happy or comfortable in the setting. A couple of reviewers also describe festive or homelike touches that made visits feel more personal.

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Food quality is mixed

Food reviews range from good to clearly disappointing.

While some reviewers say the food is good or even “outstanding,” others report it is below average or flavorless. A few comments connect food concerns to broader limitations, like restricted choices for a diabetic diet, while others call out missed or mishandled food after families tried to help. Overall, dining satisfaction varies noticeably from one reviewer to another.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Staffing and communication concerns

A minority of reviews describe understaffing and communication or follow-through issues.

Some negative reviews describe delayed responses and care breakdowns, including long waits for pain medication and slow help when residents need assistance. Other concerns mention insufficient weekend or evening CNA coverage and difficulties with communication, including for hearing-impaired family members. In contrast, many other reviewers report attentive, timely care, so the concerns appear to be inconsistent across experiences.

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On the hospital grounds

The community’s location near the hospital is a point families notice.

One reviewer specifically notes it is on the hospital’s grounds, and another highlights the convenience of the nearby campus setting. That proximity aligns with the nearby hospital listed within about a tenth of a mile, which can reduce the distance between rehab care and hospital services when needed.

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Features

Housing

180 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Bradley International (15 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Hospitals

Johnson Memorial Hospital (0.1 miles)
Monson Medical Center (9.8 miles)

Restaurants

Hometown Kitchen (3 miles)
McDonald's (3.2 miles)
McDonald's (6.2 miles)
Collins Creamery (7.6 miles)
The Hidden Still (7.9 miles)
Buonavita Restaurant (8.2 miles)
Oyama Japanese & Thai (8.5 miles)

Physicians

Ellington Family Practice (6.9 miles)
Pioneer Spine and Sports Physicians (8.3 miles)
Fieldstone Family Medicine of Tolland (8.3 miles)
Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group: Primary Care Enfield (8.7 miles)
Dr Jayant R. Bhagat, MD (8.7 miles)
Pioneer Valley Pediatrics (9.4 miles)
Radiology Associates of Hartford, PC (9.6 miles)

Parks

River Road Athletic Complex (7.5 miles)
Treetop Park (9.8 miles)
Forest Park Zoo (11.2 miles)
School Street Park (12.3 miles)

Pharmacies

Big Y Tolland World Class Market (7.7 miles)
Walgreens (8.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (8.6 miles)
Walgreens (8.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (9.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (9.6 miles)
Big Y (9.7 miles)

Places of Worship

First Church of Monson (9.3 miles)
Second Congregational Church (12.5 miles)

Cafes

Panera Bread (9.8 miles)
Starbucks (9.9 miles)
Mug'n Muffin (10 miles)
Starbucks (11.6 miles)

Theaters

Enfield 12 - Cinemark Theatres (9.9 miles)

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