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Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac

120 Sykes Street, Groton, NY 13073 · Tompkins County · (607) 898-5876

80 certified beds, about 69 residents a day · Non profit - Corporation · Medicare and Medicaid since 1982

Certified for Medicaid Certified for Medicare
Overall
1 of 5
Health inspections
1 of 5
Staffing
3 of 5
Quality measures
1 of 5

CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 335658 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes

The record in brief

At its most recent standard inspection, on February 6, 2026, inspectors cited 7 health deficiencies (the New York average is 8.1, the national average 9.2).

Of 26 health citations since February 2023, 3 were rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents (2 immediate jeopardy).

CMS lists 1 fine totaling $132,948 in the last three years; the largest was $132,948, and the latest is dated December 4, 2024.

Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.86 hours per resident per day, against 3.63 across New York and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.52 of those hours.

62.8% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (New York average 40.3%).

Health inspections

Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.

Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.

Potential for minimal harm Potential for more than minimal harm Actual harm Immediate jeopardy Found on a complaint visit

Where its citations fall on CMS's grid

CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 26 health citations on file.

Severity
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
0J
1K
1L
Actual harm
1G
0H
0I
Potential for more than minimal harm
11D
7E
3F
Potential for minimal harm
0A
0B
2C
February 6, 2026Standard inspection · 7 citations
  1. E
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) March 27, 2026
    Inspectors wroteBased on record review, observations and interviews conducted during the recertification survey, the facility failed to ensure residents were free from abuse for one (1) of two (2) residents (Resident #11) reviewed. Specifically, Resident #11 had multiple incidents of physical and verbal behaviors directed toward others and interventions to protect other residents from abuse by Resident #11 were not implemented.
  2. E
    Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
    F638 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) March 27, 2026
    Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews during the recertification survey the facility failed to ensure they assessed residents using the quarterly review instrument specified by the State and approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services not less frequently than once every three months for twenty-one (21) of twenty-one (21) residents (Residents #5, #6, #8, #12, #16, #19, #24 #29, #30, #31, #35, #53,#54, #56, #58, #59, #63, #65, #67, #69, #72) reviewed. Specifically, Residents #5, #6, #8, #12, #16, #19, #24 #29, #30, #31, #35, #53, #56, #58, #59, #63, #65, #67, #69, and #72's Minimum Data Set assessments were completed later than fourteen days after the Assessment Reference Date (the final day of the observation period to gather information about a resident's condition when completing the assessment).
  3. E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    F804 · Nutrition and Dietary · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) March 27, 2026
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification survey, the facility failed to ensure residents were provided food and drink that was palatable, flavorful, and at an appetizing temperature for two (2) of two (2) meals reviewed (lunch meals on 02/05/2026 and 02/06/2026); seven (7) of seven (7) anonymous residents; and one (1) of one (1) resident (Resident #63). Specifically, food was not served at palatable and appetizing temperatures during the lunch meals on 02/05/2026 and 02/06/2026; seven (7) anonymous residents during a resident council meeting and Resident #63 stated the food did not taste good and was cold.
  4. E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    F812 · Nutrition and Dietary · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) March 27, 2026
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification survey, the facility failed to ensure food was stored, distributed and served in accordance with professional standards for food service safety for one (1) of one (1) main kitchen. Specifically, the main kitchen dishwasher's water temperature was not maintained at the vendor recommended level.
  5. D
    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
    F582 · Resident Rights · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) March 27, 2026
    Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews during the recertification survey, the facility did not provide the appropriate liability and appeal notices to Medicare beneficiaries for 1 of 3 residents (Resident #33) reviewed. Specifically, Resident #33 remained in the facility after discontinuation of Medicare Part A services, and the facility did not provide the resident with a Skilled Nursing Facility Advanced Beneficiary Notice of Non-Coverage (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services-10055) as required.
  6. D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) March 27, 2026
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification survey, the facility failed to ensure the accuracy of resident assessments reflective of the resident's status during the observation period of the Minimum Data Det assessment for two (2) of two (2) residents (Residents #5 and #48) reviewed. Specifically, Resident #5's 12/12/2025 Minimum Data Set assessment did not include the use of oxygen or a noninvasive mechanical ventilator; and Resident #48's 11/10/2025 Minimum Data Set assessment inaccurately documented the resident was rarely understood and had moderate cognitive impairment.
  7. D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    F695 · Quality of Life and Care · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) March 27, 2026
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification survey, the facility failed to ensure a resident who needed respiratory care was provided such care, consistent with professional standards of practice and the resident's physician orders for one (1) of one (1) resident (Resident #5) reviewed. Specifically, Resident #5 used a continuous positive airway pressure machine (delivers a continuous flow of air to open the airway) and oxygen that were not included on the care plan or the Minimum Data Set (an assessment tool); and the resident had an unclean continuous positive airway pressure mask.
December 4, 2024Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 16 citations
  1. L
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    F689 · Quality of Life and Care · Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety, widespread · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification and extended surveys conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility failed to ensure the residents' environment remained free of accident hazards 2 of 2 resident units (First and Second Floors). Specifically, hot water temperatures in resident sinks and common shower rooms on the First and Second Floors exceeded temperatures of the 110 degree Fahrenheit standard. This resulted in no actual harm with likelihood of serious harm, serious injury, serious impairment, or death that is Immediate Jeopardy and Substandard Quality of Care for all 70 residents residing in the facility.
  2. K
    Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
    F700 · Quality of Life and Care · Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification and extended surveys conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility failed to ensure correct installation, use, and maintenance of bed rails to ensure there was no gap between the bed rail and mattress wide enough to entrap a resident's head or body for 5 of 5 residents (Residents #2, #14, #29, #33, and #46) reviewed. Specifically, Resident #2's bed was against the wall, with one bed rail and no bracket to hold the mattress in place (mattresses with bedrails should have a bracket or device to hold the mattress on the frame and in place. This is the component that keeps the mattress snugly against the rail. The bracket could be a strap around the end. or an actual raised metal bar. [...]
  3. G
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    F686 · Quality of Life and Care · Actual harm, isolated · found on a complaint visit · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification and abbreviated (NY00322525 and NY00322126) surveys conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not ensure a resident received care, consistent with professional standards of practice, to prevent pressure ulcers for 1 of 1 resident (Resident #30) reviewed. Specifically, Resident #30 experienced a decline in physical mobility and developed an unstageable pressure wound (full thickness tissue loss in which the base of the ulcer is covered with non-viable tissue) and cellulitis to their heel. There was no documented evidence that preventative measures were implemented to prevent skin breakdown when the resident's mobility declined. Additionally, the resident's heels were observed resting directly on the mattress, their mattress was deflated, and the resident was not provided with timely incontinence care. [...]
  4. F
    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.
    F584 · Resident Rights · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespread · found on a complaint visit · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on record review, observations, and interviews during the recertification and abbreviated (NY00359606) surveys conducted 11/7/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not ensure residents had a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment for 2 of 2 nursing units. Specifically, there was no hot water in the facility from 10/29/2024-11/8/2024. Additionally, resident's or resident representatives were not immediatley notified of the lack of hot water.
  5. F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    F812 · Nutrition and Dietary · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespread · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification survey conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024 the facility did not store, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety in the main kitchen and for 1 of 1 resident (Resident #34) reviewed. Specifically, Resident #34's food was handled directly by staff without the use of gloves. In the main kitchen foods in the kitchen walk-in cooler were not properly labeled; floors had debris and uncleanable surfaces; there were unclean surfaces and equipment; walls were in disrepair; and the dishwasher sanitizer was not maintained at the vendor recommended level.
  6. F
    Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
    F835 · Administration · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespread · found on a complaint visit · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the abbreviated survey (NY00359606) conducted 11/7/2024, and the recertification and extended surveys conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not ensure it was administered in a manner that enabled it to use its resources effectively and efficiently to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident. Specifically, administration failed to ensure that residents received appropriate quality of care by allowing the following deficient practices to exist, placing residents at risk for serious injury, serious harm, serious impairment, or death, F 689 Accident Hazards and F 700 Bedrails; failed to ensure policies and procedures were properly identified, communicated, and consistently implemented; was not aware of the extent of the deficient practices cited; [...]
  7. E
    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.
    F761 · Pharmacy Service · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification survey conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not ensure drugs and biologicals were labeled and stored in accordance with currently accepted professional principles for 3 of 4 medications carts (First Floor 1-2 and 3-4 carts and Second Floor 3-4 cart), and 2 of 3 medication rooms (First Floor medication room and Second Floor Omnicell room). Specifically, the First Floor medication room refrigerator temperatures were not consistently monitored; medications in First Floor carts 1-2 and 3-4 were expired; the First Floor room refrigerator had unlabeled multidose vial medications; and the Omnicell (medication storage tower) medication room and the First Floor 1-2 and Second Floor 3-4 medications carts were unlocked.
  8. E
    Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
    F940 · Administration · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews during the recertification and extended survey conducted [DATE]-[DATE], the facility did not ensure an effective training program for all new and existing staff was developed, implemented, and maintained based on the facility assessment for 4 of 5 staff (Licensed Practical Nurses #13, #16, #39, and #43) reviewed Specifically, there was no documented evidence Licensed Practical Nurses #13, #16, #39, and #43 had general orientation and required training in accordance with the facility assessment.
  9. D
    Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
    F565 · Resident Rights · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on interviews during the recertification survey conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not ensure a private space for monthly Resident Council Meetings. Specifically, 5 of 5 anonymous residents present at the resident group meeting stated the facility arranged monthly Resident Council meetings in the first floor dining room where uninvited staff were also present.
  10. D
    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
    F582 · Resident Rights · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews during the recertification survey conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not provide the appropriate liability and appeal notices to Medicare beneficiaries for 3 of 3 residents (Residents #28, #38, and #223) reviewed. Specifically, Residents #28 and #38 remained in the facility after discontinuation of Medicare Part A services with benefits remaining and the facility did not provide timely Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services-10123) and Skilled Nursing Facility Advanced Beneficiary Notice of Non-Coverage (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services-10055) as required; and Resident #223 was discharged from the facility and was not provided timely Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services-10123) as required.
  11. D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification survey conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not ensure the development and implementation of a comprehensive person-centered care plan for 1 of 1 resident (Resident #31) reviewed. Specifically, Resident #31 did not have an individualized person-centered care plan that addressed dementia with behavioral symptoms or use of psychotropic medications (medications used to treat mood disorders).
  12. D
    Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
    F679 · Quality of Life and Care · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification survey conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not ensure ongoing provision of programs to support each resident and their choices of activities, designed to meet the interests of and support the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident for 1 of 1 resident (Resident #35) reviewed. Specifically, Resident #35 was not provided meaningful activities that met their interests and preferences. Additionally, Resident #35's room was not personalized with preferred activity items, such as a television or radio.
  13. D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    F684 · Quality of Life and Care · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · found on a complaint visit · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification and abbreviated (NY00356968) surveys conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not ensure residents received treatment and care in accordance with professional standards of practice, the comprehensive person-centered care plan, and the resident's choices for 3 of 3 residents (Resident #16, #17, and #30) reviewed; and for 1 of 2 emergency carts (Second Floor dining room emergency cart) reviewed. Specifically, the emergency cart in the dining room on the Second Floor was not checked daily to ensure emergency supplies were available; Resident #30 had a discontinued anti-fungal cream administered by Certified Nurse Aide #34; Resident #16 had three separate orders for as needed acetaminophen (Tylenol, pain reliever/fever reducer); [...]
  14. D
    Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
    F921 · Environmental · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interviews during the recertification survey conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not ensure a safe, functional, sanitary, and comfortable environment for staff, visitors, and residents on 1 of 2 units (First Floor), and 1 of 1 resident (Resident #30) reviewed. Specifically, the large shower room on the first floor had a strong smell of feces, the bathroom located in the main hallway by the administrative office had a strong smell of urine, and Resident #30 was observed in a wheelchair that was in disrepair.
  15. C
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    F550 · Resident Rights · No actual harm, potential for minimal harm, widespread · found on a complaint visit · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on interviews during the recertification survey conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not ensure residents exercised their rights as a citizen or resident of the United States for 70 of 70 residents residing in the facility. Specifically, mail was not delivered to residents on Saturdays, thereby denying all residents the same rights provided to other citizens and residents of the community. Additionally, 2 of 5 anonymous residents present at the resident group meeting stated their mail was opened prior to it being delivered to them.
  16. C
    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.
    F585 · Resident Rights · No actual harm, potential for minimal harm, widespread · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) January 17, 2025
    Inspectors wroteBased on observations, record review, and interviews during the recertification survey conducted 11/21/2024-12/4/2024, the facility did not ensure a process was in place for residents to have their grievances addressed appropriately for 70 of 70 residents residing in the facility. Specifically, information on how to file a grievance and grievance forms were not available to the residents and an official grievance officer was not identified. Additionally, 5 of 5 anonymous residents present at the resident group meeting stated they did not know who the grievance officer was or how to file a grievance.
February 24, 2023Standard inspection · 3 citations
  1. E
    Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
    F638 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, pattern · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) April 10, 2023
    Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview during the recertification survey conducted 2/21/23-2/24/23, the facility failed to ensure assessment of residents using the quarterly review instrument specified by the State and approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) not less frequently than once every 3 months for 35 of 65 residents (Residents #1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 15, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 29, 30, 31, 35, 39, 40, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 50, 51, 52, and 57) reviewed for resident assessments. Specifically, Residents #1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 15, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 29, 30, 31, 35, 39, 40, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 50, 51, 52, and 57 had Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments that were completed later than 14 days following the Assessment Reference Date (ARD).
  2. D
    Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
    F577 · Resident Rights · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) March 26, 2023
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review during the recertification survey conducted from 2/21/23-2/24/23, the facility failed to ensure results of the most recent Federal/State survey and Advocate Agency Information were posted in a place readily accessible to residents, family members and legal representatives of residents for 2 of 7 anonymous residents in attendance at the Resident Council meeting. Specifically, the results of the most recent recertification survey, the New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH) Nursing Home complaint hotline, and Ombudsman contact information were not posted in a location that would allow individuals access without having to ask to see them. This is evidenced by: The facility policy Your Rights and Protections as a Nursing Home Resident dated 8/1/21documented residents had the right to be free from abuse and neglect per federal law. [...]
  3. D
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    F812 · Nutrition and Dietary · No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolated · Corrected (the home has a date of correction) April 10, 2023
    Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview during the recertification survey conducted 2/21/23-2/24/23 the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety for one isolated area in the main kitchen (the walk in cooler). Specifically, the flooring of the main kitchen's walk in cooler was not smooth and easily cleanable as required.

Fire safety inspections

54 fire safety citations on file: 18 on February 6, 2026, 23 on December 4, 2024, 13 on February 24, 2023.

Every fire safety citation54 citations
  1. F
    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    K 345 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  2. F
    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    K 353 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  3. F
    Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    K 511 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  4. F
    Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
    K 531 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  5. F
    To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    K 761 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  6. F
    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    K 918 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  7. F
    Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    K 923 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  8. E
    Install proper backup exit lighting.
    K 281 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  9. E
    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    K 321 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  10. E
    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    K 324 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  11. E
    Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
    K 911 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  12. D
    Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
    K 133 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  13. D
    Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    K 211 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  14. D
    Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
    K 223 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  15. D
    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    K 291 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  16. D
    Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
    K 311 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  17. D
    Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    K 351 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  18. D
    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    K 920 · February 6, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  19. F
    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    K 345 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  20. F
    To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    K 761 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  21. F
    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    K 918 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  22. F
    Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
    K 921 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  23. E
    Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
    E 15 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  24. E
    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    K 321 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  25. E
    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    K 324 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  26. E
    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    K 353 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  27. E
    Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    K 372 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  28. E
    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    K 712 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  29. E
    Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
    K 781 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  30. D
    Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
    K 133 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  31. D
    Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    K 211 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  32. D
    Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    K 222 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  33. D
    Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
    K 225 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  34. D
    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    K 291 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  35. D
    Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    K 293 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  36. D
    Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
    K 343 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  37. D
    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    K 363 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  38. D
    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    K 920 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  39. C
    Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
    E 4 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  40. C
    Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
    E 24 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  41. C
    Establish staff and initial training requirements.
    E 37 · December 4, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  42. F
    Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    K 355 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  43. F
    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    K 918 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  44. E
    Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    K 211 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  45. E
    Have exits that are accessible at all times.
    K 271 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  46. E
    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    K 353 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  47. E
    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    K 712 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  48. D
    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    K 321 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  49. D
    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    K 324 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  50. D
    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    K 345 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  51. D
    Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    K 351 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  52. D
    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    K 363 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  53. D
    Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
    K 531 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
  54. D
    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    K 920 · February 24, 2023 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)

Fines and payment denials

DatePenaltyAmount or length
December 4, 2024Fine $132,948

A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.

Staffing

Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.

MeasureThis homeNew YorkUnited States
All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides)3.863.633.86
Registered nurses0.520.710.69
All nursing staff on weekends3.153.183.42
Nurse aides2.14
Licensed practical nurses1.20
Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year)62.8%40.3%45.8%
Registered nurse turnover33.3%39.8%42.9%
Administrators who left0

CMS expects 3.61 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.

Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records

Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 4.14 on weekdays and 3.15 on weekends, 24% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 12.1% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.26 in April to June 2025 to 3.86 in January to March 2026.

QuarterAll nursing staffRegistered nursesWeekdaysWeekendsContract staff shareDays with no RN hoursResidents a day
Jan to Mar 20263.860.524.143.15 12.1%0 of 9069
Oct to Dec 20253.610.403.783.18 10.7%0 of 9275
Jul to Sep 20253.560.353.773.02 11.5%0 of 9272
Apr to Jun 20253.260.323.522.61 17.1%2 of 9181
United States, Jan to Mar 20263.750.623.923.335.3%0.5% of days
New York, Jan to Mar 20263.550.683.723.139.8%0.1% of days

Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.

Staff pay reports

Staff pay at this home

No staff pay figure for this home has passed review yet. A figure appears only after at least 5 reports from at least 3 different people, sent over at least 60 days, have passed review. If you work here, your report helps start one.

Official wage estimates for New York

JobMedianMiddle halfEmployed
New York, all employers
CNAs (nursing assistants)$23.36$21.04 to $24.9987,990
LPNs and LVNs$32.30$29.52 to $37.0039,400
Registered nurses$52.62$45.60 to $62.34205,810
United States, nursing care facilities
CNAs (nursing assistants)$20.67$17.91 to $22.55534,270
LPNs and LVNs$33.86$30.05 to $37.40188,210
Registered nurses$41.11$37.85 to $47.68142,270

Hourly wages; the middle half runs from the 25th to the 75th percentile. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. BLS has no separate estimate for medication aides. These are survey estimates for whole occupations, not figures for any one home.

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Quality measures

The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.

MeasureThis homeNew YorkUS
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
21.414.113.9
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
1.90.50.8
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
1.81.31.6
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
6.83.13.2
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
1.51.21.6
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
17.412.514.1
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
6.66.54.6
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1
27.313.715.4
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission
Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231
31.420.623.8
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit
Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231
16.29.612.0
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days
Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231
2.91.71.9
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days
Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231
3.11.41.8

Short-term rehab results

For a stay to recover after a hospital visit, these are the results CMS publishes for Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac's Medicare short-stay residents. On returning residents home or to the community, CMS rates it no different from the national rate (48.4% of residents, after adjusting for how sick they were). How to read these, and what Medicare pays for.

Went home or back to the community

48.4% this home

No different from the national rate

US median of homes 51.5% · New York: 101 better, 157 worse

Rate of successful return to home or community from a SNF (risk-standardized discharge to community rate). Higher is better. October 2022 to September 2024. 130 eligible stays.

Potentially preventable readmissions

9.7% this home

No different from the national rate

US median of homes 10.7% · New York: 12 better, 5 worse

Rate of potentially preventable hospital readmissions 30 days after discharge from a SNF (risk-standardized rate). Lower is better. October 2022 to September 2024. 132 eligible stays.

Infections that led to a hospital stay

6.5% this home

No different from the national rate

US median of homes 7.1% · New York: 7 better, 21 worse

Percentage of infections residents got during their SNF stay that resulted in hospitalization (risk-standardized rate). Lower is better. October 2023 to September 2024. 93 eligible stays.

Self-care and mobility at discharge

55.8% this home

Median of homes: New York60.6% · US 56.6%

Percentage of residents who are at or above an expected ability to care for themselves and move around at discharge. Higher is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 52 residents counted.

Falls with major injury

1.4% this home

Median of homes: New York0.6% · US 0.0%

Percentage of SNF residents who experience one or more falls with major injury during their SNF stay. Lower is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 70 residents counted.

New or worsened pressure ulcers

0.0% this home

Median of homes: New York2.0% · US 1.7%

Percentage of residents with pressure ulcers or pressure injuries that are new or worsened (adjusted rate). Lower is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 70 residents counted.

Medication list given at discharge

Not reported

CMS note: The number of residents or resident stays is too small to report. Call the facility to discuss this quality measure.

Median of homes: New York98.5% · US 98.7%

Percentage of residents where the SNF provided a current medication list to the resident, family, and/or caregiver at final discharge. Higher is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 15 residents counted.

Source: CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program - Provider Data, released 2026-09-30. Better, no different and worse are CMS's own comparisons with the national rate, after adjusting for how sick residents were. Medians of homes and the state counts are worked out by us from the same file.

Owners and operators

Legal business name: GROTON COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE CENTER INC.

NameRoleTypeShareSince
Bloodgood, Mary EllenManaging control - governing bodyIndividual09/01/2022
Duso, MattManaging control - governing bodyIndividual09/01/2022
Haukenes, ElaineManaging control - governing bodyIndividual09/01/2022
Smith, MichaelManaging control - governing bodyIndividual09/01/2022
Wannal, JeanManaging control - governing bodyIndividual09/01/2022
Wissink, DavidManaging control - governing bodyIndividual09/01/2022
Patel, DarshanContracted managing employeeIndividual01/01/2018
Deptula, PatrickW-2 managing employeeIndividual09/01/2022
Williams, RichardW-2 managing employeeIndividual09/01/2022
Bloodgood, Mary EllenCorporate directorIndividual09/01/2022
Duso, MattCorporate directorIndividual09/01/2022
Haukenes, ElaineCorporate directorIndividual09/01/2022
Shurtleff, LeeCorporate directorIndividual09/01/2022
Smith, MichaelCorporate directorIndividual09/01/2022
Wannal, JeanCorporate directorIndividual09/01/2022
Wissink, DavidCorporate directorIndividual09/01/2022
Deptula, PatrickCorporate officerIndividual09/01/2022
Shurtleff, LeeCorporate officerIndividual09/01/2022
Wissink, DavidCorporate officerIndividual09/01/2022
Williams, RichardOperational/managerial controlIndividual12/13/2024
Bloodgood, Mary EllenTrustee of the SNFIndividual09/01/2022
Duso, MattTrustee of the SNFIndividual09/01/2022
Haukenes, ElaineTrustee of the SNFIndividual09/01/2022
Shurtleff, LeeTrustee of the SNFIndividual09/01/2022
Smith, MichaelTrustee of the SNFIndividual09/01/2022
Wannal, JeanTrustee of the SNFIndividual09/01/2022
Wissink, DavidTrustee of the SNFIndividual09/01/2022
Deptula, PatrickAdp of the SNFIndividual12/31/2024
Patel, DarshanAdp of the SNFIndividual12/31/2024
Williams, RichardAdp of the SNFIndividual12/31/2024

As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.

Questions to ask on a visit

Chosen from this home's own inspection record.

  1. How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 7 problems in this area, most recently on February 6, 2026: "Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered."
  2. How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 6 problems in this area, most recently on February 6, 2026: "Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed."
  3. When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 4 problems in this area, most recently on February 6, 2026: "Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months."
  4. Can we see a week of menus and the kitchen, and how are special diets handled?Inspectors cited 4 problems in this area, most recently on February 6, 2026: "Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature."
  5. Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 3.15 hours per resident per day, below the New York average of 3.18.

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Common questions

What is Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac's Medicare star rating?
CMS rates Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 1 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
How many deficiencies did Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac get at its last inspection?
7 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on February 6, 2026. The New York average is 8.1.
Has Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $132,948 in the last three years.
Does Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac accept Medicaid?
It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
Who owns Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac?
CMS lists 30 owners and managers. Legal business name: GROTON COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE CENTER INC.

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