The Gardens by Morningstar
Assisted Living · USA, NY
The Gardens by Morningstar
Assisted Living · USA, New York
The Gardens by Morningstar accepts Medicaid.
The Gardens by Morningstar is a 106-bed Adult Home at 132 Ellen Street in Oswego, New York 13126, in Oswego County, administrated by ownership through The Gardens By Morningstar, LLC. The facility is privately and family owned and operated. Licensed as an Adult Home with license number 560-F-042, it is part of the Morningstar network, which operates Morningstar Residential Care Center at a separate location in the city. Medicaid is accepted alongside private pay. Pets are not permitted. Home health aides and licensed practical nurses provide 24-hour staffing. Nursing services and rehabilitation services are available.
The facility is located in a residential neighborhood minutes from Route 481. Services include medication management, therapeutic diets, oxygen management, and diabetic management support. Accommodations include private, semi-private, and studio room options. Recreation, food service, and work order submission are available. The Gardens provides a range of activities and events.
The New York State Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care, has conducted 8 inspections on file, all with citations, against a state average of 9 inspections with 5 carrying citations. Fourteen deficiencies have been recorded against a state average of 22. The most recent inspection on May 15, 2025, a complaint investigation, identified 1 deficiency related to resident services; a plan of correction was approved. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies involving resident services including medication management and case management, along with records and reports and admission standards. Thirty-one complaints are on record at a rate of 29.2 per 100 occupied beds against a state average of 49.9; most were unsubstantiated or found no violations. One enforcement action is on file: Stipulation and Order ACF-25-016, dated March 6, 2025. No immediate jeopardy findings are noted.
The Gardens by Morningstar is suited for families seeking adult home care in Oswego. Families must ask for details about the March 2025 enforcement action ACF-25-016, current medication management protocols and oversight, how case management deficiencies have been resolved, and what corrective actions remain in progress before placement.
106-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 89 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAdult Home
StatusActive
CountyOswego
License Number560-F-042
Owner NameThe Gardens By Morningstar, LLC
Accept Medicaid
Rehabilitation Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
ActivitiesThe Gardens provides a wide spectrum of activities and events to enhance quality of life and promote good socialization.
Specific ProgramsRecreation, Food Service, Submit a Work Order, Pay Online
Food DescriptionThe Gardens offers food service as part of their amenities.
Inspection History
In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
Since 2022 · 4 years of data
0 enforcement actions
14 citations
31 complaints
8 inspections
0 complaint investigations
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2022 vs. New York state average
Overall vs. NY average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than New York average:
• Inspections with citations (60% above)
• Inspection citation rate (79% above) 8 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total citations (52% below)
• Citations per year (52% below)
• Citations per inspection (44% below)
• Total inspections (11% below)
• Total complaints (61% below)
• Complaints per year (61% below)
• Complaints per bed (42% below)
• Complaint investigations (100% below)
• Inspections with citations (60% above)
• Inspection citation rate (79% above) 8 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total citations (52% below)
• Citations per year (52% below)
• Citations per inspection (44% below)
• Total inspections (11% below)
• Total complaints (61% below)
• Complaints per year (61% below)
• Complaints per bed (42% below)
• Complaint investigations (100% below)
Latest Inspection
May 15, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 14 | 29 | This facility has 52% fewer total citations than a typical New York assisted living residence (14 vs. NY avg 29). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.↓ 52% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2022.
| 3.5 | 7.3 | This facility has 52% fewer citations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (3.5 vs. NY avg 7.3). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.↓ 52% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1.8 | 3.2 | This facility has 44% fewer citations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (1.8 vs. NY avg 3.2). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.↓ 44% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 8 | 9 | This facility has 11% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (8 vs. NY avg 9). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.↓ 11% better |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 8 | 5 | This facility has 60% more inspections with citations than a typical New York assisted living residence (8 vs. NY avg 5). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.↑ 60% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 100% | 56% | This facility has 44 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (100% vs. NY avg 56%). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.↑ 44% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on May 15, 2025, identified one deficiency related to resident services, with a plan of correction approved. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of occasional deficiencies primarily involving resident services, including medication management and case management, as well as some issues with records and reports and admission standards. Complaint investigations were generally unsubstantiated or found no violations, and no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. Prior enforcement actions were not noted in the records. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring but limited issues in resident services that have been addressed with corrective plans, with no clear trend of worsening or improvement.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsLawsuit overview for The Gardens by Morningstar
Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.
Source: State court e-filing records
Total Cases
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
1
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
1
Active Cases
Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture.
0
Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture.
0
Closed
Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes.
1
1 Disposed
Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes.
1
1 Disposed
Since
Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure.
2021
Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure.
2021
Most Recent
Year of the most recent filing. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility.
2021
Year of the most recent filing. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens by Morningstar
Is The Gardens by Morningstar in a walkable area?
The Gardens by Morningstar has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of The Gardens by Morningstar?
According to NY state health department records, The Gardens by Morningstar's license number is 560-F-042.
How many beds does The Gardens by Morningstar have?
The Gardens by Morningstar has 106 beds.
Are there photos of The Gardens by Morningstar?
Yes — there are 22 photos of The Gardens by Morningstar in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Gardens by Morningstar?
The Gardens by Morningstar is located at 132 Ellen Street.
What is the phone number of The Gardens by Morningstar?
(315) 343-0880 will put you in contact with the team at The Gardens by Morningstar.
What county is The Gardens by Morningstar located in?
The Gardens by Morningstar is in Oswego County.
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