AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT WINDSOR

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Windsor is a for-profit skilled nursing facility located at 581 Poquonock Ave in Windsor, Connecticut (ZIP code 06095). The facility operates under a limited liability company ownership structure and holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 108 certified beds and is situated in Capitol County. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns these ratings based on three component categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Autumn Lake Healthcare at Windsor received a 2-star rating in the health inspection category, indicating below-average performance relative to other nursing homes nationally. The staffing rating is 3 stars, placing it at or near the national average for nurse and staff hours per resident per day. The quality measure rating is also 3 stars, reflecting performance on clinical outcome indicators that is consistent with national norms. The overall 2-star rating is a composite of these three components, weighted according to CMS methodology. Autumn Lake Healthcare at Windsor is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification means the facility is available to residents who qualify for federal Medicare coverage, including short-term post-acute and rehabilitation services, as well as residents whose long-term care costs are covered under the Connecticut Medicaid program. Individuals seeking placement at this facility should confirm current bed availability and specific coverage details directly with the facility and their respective insurance or benefits administrator. When viewed in the context of national benchmarks, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Windsor scores at or near the national average in both staffing and quality measures, each receiving 3 stars. However, its 2-star health inspection rating and its 2-star overall rating place the facility below the national average of 3.0 stars on those dimensions. The health inspection component typically reflects findings from state surveys conducted on behalf of CMS, including the frequency and severity of any cited deficiencies. Prospective residents and their families can access detailed inspection reports through the CMS Care Compare database for a more complete picture of specific survey findings. This facility is one of multiple skilled nursing options serving the Windsor and Capitol County area of Connecticut.