Awards & Honors
Elim Park is proud to be recognized for excellence across multiple areas of senior care, wellness, and community living. Our commitment to providing exceptional care and service has earned us numerous prestigious awards and accreditations from esteemed organizations. These honors reflect our dedication to quality healthcare, resident satisfaction, and innovative programs that enhance the lives of those we serve. Below is a selection of key recognitions that highlight Elim Park’s unwavering pursuit of excellence.
Voted Top 10 - ICAA NuStep Best in Wellness!
Elim Park is one of the 25 top senior living communities recognized annually across North America (and the only one in Connecticut that has EVER won this award). Elim Park’s commitment to wellness is a shining example in the senior living sector. Elim Park has proudly earned ninth place in the prestigious ICAA NuStep Best in Wellness Awards. This award recognizes senior living communities that exemplify excellence in wellness programming, integrating wellness into daily life and creating environments where residents thrive. Elim Park’s focus on holistic wellness, guided by the dimensions of wellness, has had a profound impact on both residents and staff, inspiring better and longer lives. Click Here for more information.
CARF International Accreditation Since 1988!
Elim Park proudly maintains its accreditation through CARF International, the only accrediting body for Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) known as Life Plan Communities. In 1988, Elim Park became Connecticut’s first senior living community to earn this prestigious accreditation—and we’ve upheld it ever since. This distinction reflects our unwavering commitment to quality, ensuring that we meet the highest standards in health and human services year after year. CARF accreditation is a rigorous process involving in-depth audits, on-site evaluations, and interviews with residents, staff, families, and stakeholders. Their internationally recognized standards cover multiple topics, including patient care, resident rights, employee competencies, and performance improvement. Click Here for more information.
U.S. News & World Report: Best Short-Term Rehabilitation for 2025
Elim Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center has been honored by US News & World Report as one of the best short-term rehabilitation centers for 2025, earning a “High Performing” designation. This recognition reflects key performance metrics, including the percentage of residents able to return home, fall prevention, infection control, and nurse staffing levels. Elim Park’s success in achieving outstanding outcomes, such as a 0.0% fall injury rate and fewer infections compared to state and national averages, highlights its commitment to quality care and patient safety. Click Here for more information.
5-Star Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Elim Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center has again earned a prestigious 5-star rating from CMS, a testament to its exceptional care standards. The CMS Five-Star Quality Rating System evaluates nursing homes based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. A 5-star rating signifies that the facility performs “much above average” in all areas, offering a level of care significantly better than the national average. This rating helps families make informed decisions about their care options and highlights Elim Park’s commitment to high-quality service. Click Here for more information.
Cheshire, CT - AARP Age-Friendly Community
In addition to these achievements, Elim Park is proud to be part of the vibrant community of Cheshire, CT, which recently earned recognition for its efforts to become more age-friendly. Cheshire earned its membership in the AARP Age-Friendly Network, joining a global initiative to improve the quality of life for seniors. Cheshire is one of only eight towns in Connecticut listed on AARP’s Age-Friendly Communities Map. A representative from Elim Park now sits on the town’s Age-Friendly Subcommittee, helping to represent the needs and achievements of its senior residents.
In 2022, the Town of Cheshire, under the leadership of the Youth and Human Services-Senior Living Subcommittee and the Cheshire Senior Center, pursued membership in the AARP Age-Friendly Network. As part of this effort, the town developed the Age-Friendly Cheshire Action Plan based on feedback gathered through community surveys, listening sessions, and focus groups. Cheshire’s first five-year cycle began in 2022, with goals set to be achieved by 2027. The plan aims to improve accessibility, support aging in place, and create a more inclusive environment for all residents of Cheshire. Click Here for more information.
These accolades reflect Elim Park’s unwavering dedication to providing superior care, fostering a wellness culture, and improving its residents’ quality of life. The organization remains committed to setting the highest standards in healthcare and continuing to serve its community with excellence.
Cheshire Ranks Among Best Places to Live in CT! Cheshire recently ranked #14 on this 2025 list of 100 top CT towns. For more information on why Cheshire earned top grades for its family-friendly town atmosphere, great schools, and housing, click here.
