Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell
385 Main Street · Cromwell, CT · 06416 · 8606355613
175 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Autumn Lake Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.28 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.17 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.28 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.97 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 34% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2024
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.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 25, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 25, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · B July 25, 2024
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B July 25, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · B July 25, 2024
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.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2022
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected June 10, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2022
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected June 10, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2022
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected June 10, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2022
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected June 10, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2022
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected June 10, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2022
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected June 10, 2022 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E April 8, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 10, 2022 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B April 8, 2022
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected June 10, 2022 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B April 8, 2022
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.
Corrected June 10, 2022 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B April 8, 2022
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 10, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2019
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.
Corrected February 21, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 22, 2019
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 21, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 22, 2019
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected February 21, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 075263 · certified since March 1, 1979. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.