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Assisted Living Home

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell

Assisted Living Home

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell

385 Main St, Cromwell, CT 06416 View map
Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell, Connecticut stands proud as a state-of-the-art nursing center. Specializing in excellent long-term care and a renowned short-term program, ‘Short Stay at Autumn Lake,’ the facility offers sub-acute residents the opportunity to recuperate in a luxurious resort-style wing. Here, residents aim for a safe and speedy return home, facilitated by thoughtful amenities such as spacious private and semi-private rooms, complimentary cable & Wi-Fi, private courtyard, and gourmet dining.
On top of physical, occupational, and speech therapies offered seven days a week, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell provides around-the-clock skilled nursing care, respite, palliative and hospice care, and specialized treatments for a wide range of medical needs. The center pulsates with life, boasting a calendar filled with exciting events, holiday parties, and local outings. Its tastefully designed rooms and social spaces foster a blend of personal space and vibrant social interaction, rendering it an ideal home for residents. Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell champions the significant aspects of senior living —elite care and a lively environment — making it a phenomenal place to call home.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell is an independently owned and operated healthcare center that is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name and receive non-healthcare related services. All healthcare-related services are provided solely by Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell.

(860) 635-5613

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
3/5
Connecticut average: 3.4/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
3/5
Connecticut average: 3.1/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
2/5
Connecticut average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
3/5
Connecticut average: 3.6/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 6m per day

This home provides 23% less nursing time per resident than the Connecticut average.

Connecticut average: 4h 4m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 175

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher demand than most homes in Connecticut
Occupancy rate 96%
Residents per day (avg) 164
Occupancy rate
96%
Residents per day (avg)
164

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

34% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

46% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

20% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$20.7M
Profit
$1.5M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$20,695,705.00
Profit
$1,547,652.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.8M
8.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$17.4M
Total costs $19.1M
Years in operation
10 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 37 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Services

Dementia Care
Hospice
Iv Therapy
Peritoneal Dialysis
Recreation
Respite Care
Short-term Rehabilitation
Wound Management

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
96%
In line with Connecticut average
Occupied beds
168 / 175
Average residents 102 per day

License details

Facility type
Chronic & Convalescent Nursing Home
Status Active
Issuance September 1, 2015
Expiration December 31, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: 2343

Room costs

Private Room (29 rooms) $563 per day
Semi-Private Room (73 rooms) $500 per day

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Languages Spoken

Hindi Jamaican Polish Spanish

Staff Composition (State Data)

Admin
3 FTE
Registered Nurse
8 FTE
Licensed Practical Nurse
23 FTE
Nursing Assistant
43 FTE
Recreation
3 FTE
Social Services
2 FTE
Food Service Supervisor
1 FTE
Physical Therapy
1 FTE
Occupational Therapy
1 FTE
Speech Therapy
1 FTE
Dietary
12 FTE
Other Staff
11 FTE

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Long-term care
Short-term rehabilitation
Memory care

Additional Policies & Features

Religious Services: All Denominations

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
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Pricing & Financial Information

Types of Care at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell

Memory Care Respite Care Nursing Home Hospice Care
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare

Inspection History

In Connecticut, the Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section conducts mandatory inspections and unannounced surveys to monitor the quality of care in long-term facilities.

13 visits/inspections

9 routine inspections

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 2 renewal/recertification inspections
  • 2 licensing inspections
  • 8 plans of correction
  • 5 statements of deficiencies

Results

11 with issues

2 without issues

Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date:September 17, 2025

Inspection history

01-18-2024 Inspection Report
01-18-2024 Inspection Report
01-18-2024 Plan of Correction
01-31-2025 Inspection Report
02-21-2024 Inspection Report
03-05-2024 Inspection Report
03-08-2021 Plan of Correction
03-08-2023 Inspection Report
03-12-2021 Statement of Deficiencies
04-08-2022 Inspection Report
04-21-2022 Inspection Report
04-28-2021 Plan of Correction
04-28-2021 Statement of Deficiencies
05-09-2025 Inspection Report
05-21-2025 Inspection Report
05-21-2025 Plan of Correction
06-15-2020 Statement of Deficiencies
07-08-2021 Statement of Deficiencies
07-26-2020 Statement of Deficiencies
07-31-2024 Inspection Report
08-28-2019 Plan of Correction
08-28-2019 Plan of Correction
08-28-2019 Plan of Correction
08-28-2019 Plan of Correction
09-17-2025 Inspection Report
12-27-2022 Inspection Report

46 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Inspection Report Summary for Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell

The most recent inspection on September 17, 2025, found no deficiencies during a complaint investigation. Earlier inspections generally showed a pattern of no violations, with multiple complaint investigations in 2024 and 2025 also substantiating no deficiencies. Prior to that, the facility had citations mainly related to resident care documentation, infection control, and environmental safety issues, particularly during 2019 and 2020, including deficiencies in fall risk management, pressure ulcer care, and COVID-19 protocols. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated in recent years, with one substantiated Class A occurrence related to reporting an attempted suicide in 2019. The inspection history indicates improvement over time, with no deficiencies noted in the most recent reports after earlier periods of cited issues.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Connecticut average 5.7


Last Health inspection on Jul 2024

Total health citations 28

Connecticut average 32

Citations per inspection
7

Connecticut average 5.82


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

24 of 28 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 28 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 28 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.7

0 critical citations More info Connecticut average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Connecticut average: 0.7

22 moderate citations More info Connecticut average: 28.8

6 minor citations More info Connecticut average: 2.3
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Jul 25, 2024
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Jul 25, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jul 25, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jul 25, 2024
Corrected

Compare Assisted Living around Cromwell Town The information below is reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Cromwell
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Cromwell
175
No
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Address 0.4 miles from city center — 3.13 miles to nearest hospital (Connecticut Valley Hospital)

Address 385 Main St, Cromwell, CT 06416

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 316
Employees 95
Contractors 221
Staff to resident ratio 1.98:1
5% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average ratio: 1.88:1

Avg staff/day 69
Average shift 8.1 hours
8% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 7.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 51,020
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 5
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 52
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 220
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

21.9%

11,161 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 175 Licensed Practical Nurse: 20 Speech Language Pathologist: 7 Physical Therapy Aide: 6 Qualified Social Worker: 5 Registered Nurse: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4517522026,79791100%8.4
Licensed Practical Nurse32205213,86991100%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist8083,41391100%8.7
Physical Therapy Aide0661,0406571%6.9
Dietitian2029136976%7.6
Speech Language Pathologist0779098189%6.4
Mental Health Service Worker2029046369%7.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0225647380%7.4
Physical Therapy Assistant0225277178%7.4
Administrator1014656268%7.5
RN Director of Nursing1014645864%8
Qualified Social Worker0554345662%7
Nurse Practitioner1014285763%7.5
Other Dietary Services Staff2022032831%7.3
Registered Nurse145931213%7.7
220 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
52 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 100%
6 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 76%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 89%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 69%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 80%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 78%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 64%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 62%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 63%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 31%
5 Registered Nurse
% of Days 13%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
160 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
6 residents (3.8%)
Medicaid
133 residents (83.1%)
Private pay or other
21 residents (13.1%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.7
17% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 10.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 18.0
15% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 16.1%
15% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 13.4%
30% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 19.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 24.6%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 24.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.6%
5% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.0%
35% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.4%
78% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.2%
15% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 36.0%
138% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 15.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.9%
13% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
14% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 87.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.3%
6% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 93.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
43% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 70.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.3%
82% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.0%
40% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 69.8%

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Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

Age 65+, Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).

Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.

~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

$40,000 (individual).

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

Age 62+, Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.

~$41,000/year (individual, adjusted annually).

Not specified; focus is income-based.

Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.

None since 2023 policy change.

Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Connecticut SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; limited slots (~500/year).