AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT NORWALK

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Norwalk is a for-profit skilled nursing facility located at 34 Midrocks Drive in Norwalk, Connecticut (ZIP code 06851). The facility operates under a limited liability company ownership structure and holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid residents. It has a certified bed capacity of 150 beds and is situated in Western Connecticut. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating also stands at 3 stars, reflecting performance in line with national norms based on state inspection findings and deficiency records. The staffing rating is 2 stars, indicating staffing levels and nurse hours per resident per day that fall below the national average. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, which indicates performance on clinical quality indicators that exceeds the national average. CMS star ratings are updated periodically and are based on data submitted by facilities and collected during state inspections. Autumn Lake Healthcare at Norwalk accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment. This dual certification allows the facility to serve a broad range of residents, including those who qualify for government-funded long-term care benefits. Prospective residents and their families are advised to contact the facility directly at (203) 847-9686 to confirm current payment options, availability, and admission requirements, as these details are subject to change. When considered alongside national benchmarks, the facility presents a mixed profile across its CMS rating categories. The overall 3-star rating places it at the national median, while the 2-star staffing rating signals lower-than-average staffing levels, a factor that may be relevant for those evaluating care intensity and resident-to-staff ratios. The 4-star quality measure rating stands as the facility's highest-rated category, reflecting above-average performance on clinical outcome indicators such as rates of hospitalization, medication use, and physical functioning. Health inspection results at 3 stars are consistent with facilities performing at the national average level. These ratings are intended to provide a standardized basis for comparison across nursing facilities nationwide and should be considered alongside direct facility visits, state inspection reports, and other available resources when making care decisions.