Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac
120 Sykes Street, Groton, NY 13073 · (607) 898-5876
Non profit - Corporation · 80 certified beds
Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac has a 1-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in February 2026, found 7 citations (the New York average is 8.1). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $132,948 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on February 6, 2026 found 7 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.February 6, 2026 · F0600 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.February 6, 2026 · F0638 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.February 6, 2026 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.February 6, 2026 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.February 6, 2026 · F0582 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.February 6, 2026 · F0641 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.February 6, 2026 · F0695 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 5 citations.
- Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.December 4, 2024 · F0550 · Level of harm: Potential for minimal harm · Residents affected: Many
- 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.December 4, 2024 · F0584 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.December 4, 2024 · F0684 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.December 4, 2024 · F0686 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.December 4, 2024 · F0835 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $132,948December 4, 2024
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | New York average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.86 | 3.63 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.52 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 1.20 | 0.76 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.14 | 2.15 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 62.8% | 40.3% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 80 |
| Average residents per day | 68.5 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Kendal at Ithaca Ithaca · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing Ithaca · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- The Commons on St Anthony, a S N F & Short T R C Auburn · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Auburn Rehabilitation & Nursing Center Auburn · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- Finger Lakes Center for Living Auburn · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
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Data from Medicare (CMS), updated October 2026, from Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac on Medicare's Care Compare and the CMS Provider Data Catalog. ParentNextStep isn't affiliated with Medicare or CMS.