Morningstar Residential Care Center
17 Sunrise Terrace · Oswego, NY · 13126 · 3153424790
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $102,216 in fines in the last 24 months.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
$102,216 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.28 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.38 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.82 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 58% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $122,464 |
Inspection citations (33 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected July 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2025
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.
Corrected July 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected July 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 2, 2025
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected July 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2025
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
Corrected July 1, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected July 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E May 2, 2025 · found via complaint
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 July 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected July 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 30, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected April 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2023
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 October 6, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2023
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2023
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Environmental
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 12, 2025 | Fine | $102,216 |
| March 4, 2024 | Fine | $20,248 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335489 · certified since January 1, 1976. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.