Read the Hartford Courant article on 60 West winning the US News ‘Best Nursing Home’ recognition for 2018-19 and the road to get here over the past five years. “We were really excited,” Jessica DeRing, the nursing home’s administrator said. “We’ve done a great job here.” DeRing said the team at 60 West is always looking for the best way to care for their patients. “One of our core values is being open to change, What sets iCare apart is that we look ahead stay a step…

60 West in Rocky Hill, CT was named a 2018-19 Best Nursing Home by US News and World Report in the Overall category. 60 West is a 95 bed skilled nursing facility committed to providing skilled nursing care and services for physically, mentally and cognitively impaired individuals who are difficult to place in a standard nursing home or long-term care setting. US News and World Report’s rating process uses a standard for Best Nursing Home status that is more rigorous than even the star r…

60 West’s Director of Dining Experience, Jim Scott, earned the distinction of Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) from the Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals. CDMs are experts at managing foodservice operations and ensuring food safety. They are responsible for implementation of menus, foodservice purchasing, and food preparation. Jim has been with 60 West since its opening five years ago and is with Healthcare Services Group.  

On October 9, 2018, as part of the American Health Care Association’s Annual Conference in San Diego, CA, Administrator Jessica DeRing accepted a Bronze - Commitment to Quality Award on behalf 60 West. With this addition, all ten iCare managed skilled nursing communities have an AHCA Bronze or Silver Award.

Employees from multiple iCare Health Network managed communities won awards and scholarships at the Connecticut Association of Health Care Facilities 89th Annual Meeting, held on the north lawn of Mystic Seaport. Photo gallery in the post!