A nursing home is a residential-living and medical-care facility for people who do not need the degree of medical care provided by a hospital but who need some regular medical attention. Most nursing homes have nursing aides, Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Registered Nurses (RNs) on staff and available 24 hours a day.

Some nursing homes have special care units for people with serious memory problems such as Alzheimer’s disease. And some nursing homes will allow couples to live together. Most nursing home residents are older persons but other adults who require 24-hour care may also live in nursing homes.

In Connecticut, nursing homes are regulated entities that provide residential living and medical care for individuals who require regular medical attention but not the intensive care of a hospital. These facilities are staffed with nursing aides, Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Registered Nurses (RNs) who are available around the clock. Connecticut nursing homes may offer specialized care units for residents with severe memory conditions, such as Alzheimer's disease, ensuring that these individuals receive appropriate and sensitive care tailored to their needs. Additionally, the state's regulations may permit couples to reside together in a nursing home, supporting the emotional and social well-being of partners who wish to stay close to each other. Nursing homes in Connecticut serve primarily older adults, but they are also equipped to care for other adults in need of 24-hour supervision and medical assistance. The state's Department of Public Health oversees the licensing and inspection of nursing homes to ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.