Syracuse Home Association
Scout 97Baldwinsville, NY · 120 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Baldwinsville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,410–$15,180/mo
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The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm
5460 Meltzer Court, Cicero, NY 13039 · Onondaga County
62
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 87% full (136 of 156 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Cicero
The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Cicero, NY, with 156 certified beds and an average of about 136 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.39 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.69 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.39 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Cicero, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 156
- Avg. residents/day
- 136
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 335340
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $12,410–$15,180/mo (median $13,430) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Syracuse prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.39
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.69
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46.9%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 8
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2024-07-16
- Sprinkler system
- Partial
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-04-01Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
2025-04-01Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-07-16Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2024-07-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
2024-07-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2024-07-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
2024-07-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
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
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
5460 Meltzer Court, Cicero, NY
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm
How much does The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm cost?
The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Cicero, NY area typically runs $12,410–$15,180 per month (median $13,430, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm?
Staff provide about 4.39 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm?
The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-07-16). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm have availability?
Typically 87% full (136 of 156 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm offer?
The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm in Cicero, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 156 beds.
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