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Autumn Lake Healthcare At Windsor
581 Poquonock Ave, Windsor, CT 06095
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Autumn Lake Healthcare At Windsor is a For-profit, corporation nursing home in Windsor, Connecticut, certified for 108 beds and caring for about 100 residents a day.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Connecticut median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 2 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 51 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (31, 15, 5 by cycle, most recent first), 1 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 47.2 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 29.2.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $191K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.3 hours per resident per day (0.4 RN), close to the Connecticut median of 3.7; nursing staff turnover is 50.6%.
CMS flags that the facility carries the CMS abuse icon.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Capitol Co. median | Connecticut median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 51 | 37 | 35 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 47.2 | 27.3 | 29.2 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.3 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 50.6% | 33.9% | 35.9% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $190,822 | $8,018 | $8,021 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (65 in the county, 191 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Connecticut average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 11 Mar 2026, 12 Mar 2024.
Severity mix: G ×1 D ×30 E ×14 F ×1 B ×5
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Apr 2026 | F0745 | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 May 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0851 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. | F | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0726 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0730 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0881 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0882 | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0947 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0559 | Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0790 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | B | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | B | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | B | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
| 9 Jun 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | E | Standard survey | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0850 | Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. | E | Complaint investigation | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 7 May 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0660 | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | D | Standard survey | 7 May 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 7 May 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0790 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | D | Standard survey | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | Standard survey | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 12 Mar 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | B | Standard survey | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 7 Dec 2021 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Standard survey | 17 Feb 2022 |
| 7 Dec 2021 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 17 Feb 2022 |
| 7 Dec 2021 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 17 Feb 2022 |
| 7 Dec 2021 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 17 Feb 2022 |
| 7 Dec 2021 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | B | Standard survey | 17 Feb 2022 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Mar 2026 | Fine | $171,390 | |
| 12 Mar 2024 | Fine | $19,432 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Connecticut average. Turnover: nursing staff 50.6%, RNs 46.2%; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Connecticut median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 24.7% | 17.6% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.0% | 3.1% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 3.7% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 10.4% | 15.3% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 2.5% | 3.8% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 7.6% | 17.6% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Windsor Health And Rehabilitation Center Llc.
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 01/01/2016 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Capitol County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 West | Rocky Hill | 95 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 16 | 16.8 | — | 24 Jun 2025 |
| Autumn Lake Healthcare At New Britain | New Britain | 282 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 25 | 8.9 | — | 24 Apr 2026 |
| Bradley Home Infirmary/Pavilion | Meriden | 30 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 18 | 60.0 | $8K | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Elim Park Baptist Home, Inc | Cheshire | 90 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 19 | 21.1 | $8K | 13 Sep 2024 |
| Jefferson House | Newington | 104 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 25 | 24.0 | — | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Jerome Home | New Britain | 94 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 21 | 22.3 | $8K | 25 Jul 2025 |
| John L. Levitow Health Care Center | Rocky Hill | 125 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 15 | 12.0 | — | 25 Feb 2025 |
| Livewell Connecticut | Plantsville | 120 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 7.5 | — | 23 Apr 2026 |
All 65 facilities in Capitol County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Autumn Lake Healthcare At Windsor been cited for?
51 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 1 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Connecticut median is 35 per facility.
Has Autumn Lake Healthcare At Windsor been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $191K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Autumn Lake Healthcare At Windsor compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.3 hours per resident per day against a Connecticut median of 3.7 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Autumn Lake Healthcare At Windsor?
Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Windsor Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Autumn Lake Healthcare At Windsor last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 14 Apr 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 11 Mar 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.