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HomeNew YorkThe Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm

The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm

5460 Meltzer Court, Cicero, NY 130393156991619
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
156
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 2/5 stars (below average)

• Has 156 certified beds with an average of 138 residents per day (88% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 10 deficiencies (inspected Jul 16, 2024)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.25 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 40.8%

The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Cicero, New York with 156 certified beds. It has been operating since 1971. The facility scored below average compared to New York facilities.

Beds
156
Avg Residents/Day
138
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 1, 1971
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Onondaga
Last Inspection
Jul 16, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10
Weighted Score
44.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (23)

F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Nov 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0561Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Survey: Apr 1, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Apr 1, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Jul 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0676Potential for Harm

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

Survey: Jul 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Jul 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Jul 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Jul 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Jul 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: May 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Jun 10, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Jun 10, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Jun 10, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0696Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care/assistance for a resident with a prosthesis.

Survey: Jun 10, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Jun 10, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0806Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Survey: Jun 10, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 10, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Jun 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0585Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Survey: Nov 5, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Nov 5, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Nov 5, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Nov 5, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.99 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.62 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.64 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.25 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.95 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.14 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
40.8%
RN Turnover
48.1%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BERGEMANN, JOHNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2012
DRAPOLA, BARBARACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 28, 2013
KELLY, DONNACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 18, 2012
HEFFERON, PENNYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 1, 2015
MURRAY, JOHNCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ASep 17, 2012
STANFORD, CHRISTINEW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AAug 1, 2014

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm?▾
The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm had any health inspection violations?▾
The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm had 10 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 16, 2024). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm?▾
The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm provides 4.25 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.64 RN hours, 0.62 LPN hours, and 2.99 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 40.8%.
How many beds does The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm have?▾
The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm has 156 certified beds with an average of 138 residents per day, resulting in approximately 88% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.