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Samaritan Senior Village, INC

22691 Campus Drive, Watertown, NY 13601 · Jefferson County

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 95% full (160 of 168 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Watertown

Samaritan Senior Village, INC is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Watertown, NY, with 168 certified beds and an average of about 160 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.37 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.31 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.37 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Watertown options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 168
Avg. residents/day: 160
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 335865

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$11,360–$13,900/mo (median $12,300)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Watertown prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.37; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.31; National avg ≈ 0.75

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 11
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-08-16
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (20 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-08-16Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2024-08-16Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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, compar…

2024-08-16Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2024-08-16Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2024-08-16Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2024-08-16Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

2024-08-16Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

2024-08-16Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ Studio apartments

Location

22691 Campus Drive, Watertown, NY

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Samaritan Senior Village, INC

How much does Samaritan Senior Village, INC cost?

Samaritan Senior Village, INC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Watertown, NY area typically runs $11,360–$13,900 per month (median $12,300, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Samaritan Senior Village, INC's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Samaritan Senior Village, INC 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Samaritan Senior Village, INC?

Staff provide about 3.37 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Samaritan Senior Village, INC?

Samaritan Senior Village, INC has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-08-16). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Samaritan Senior Village, INC have availability?

Typically 95% full (160 of 168 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Samaritan Senior Village, INC offer?

Samaritan Senior Village, INC in Watertown, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 168 beds.

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