Nursing home · Cicero, NY
The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm
5460 Meltzer Court, Cicero, NY 13039 · (315) 699-1619
The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm is a 156-bed nonprofit nursing home in Cicero, New York (Onondaga County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1971. On average it cares for 145 residents a day (about 93% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars; the average in New York is 3.1.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | New York avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.50 | 3.69 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.65 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 4.21 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 46% | 40% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 39% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | May 1, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 13 above the state average of 8 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 4 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $51,345 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Plaza Nursing Home Company INC.. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm?
CMS rates The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 stars for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm have?
156 certified beds, with an average of 145 residents a day.
Does The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm?
(315) 699-1619. Address: 5460 Meltzer Court, Cicero, NY 13039.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).