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Autumn Lake Healthcare At Norwalk

34 Midrocks Drive, Norwalk, CT 06851

Memory Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

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(203) 842-5700

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $8,011

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $8,170
  • Average State Price: $5,353
  • Average National Price: $5,673


  • Autumn Lake Healthcare At Norwalk Description

    Autumn Lake Healthcare At Norwalk is a community that offers memory care, nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in Norwalk, Connecticut. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 4 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 4 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    7.7
    Autumn Lake Healthcare At Norwalk
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 53 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 5 communities in Norwalk
  • Ranking in State: 224 out of 369 communities in CT
  • Food and Dining B

    Activities C

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    The reviews for Autumn Lake Healthcare reveal a mixed range of experiences. Many reviewers praise the facility for its caring and professional staff, clean environment, and effective rehabilitation services. Highlights include friendly and cooperative staff across various departments, a fun atmosphere in rehab sessions, and a strong focus on safety and cleanliness, especially regarding COVID-19 protocols. The facility is commended for its compassionate care, with several personal stories of positive rehabilitation experiences and attentive nursing and therapy teams.

    However, there are significant concerns raised by some reviewers, including allegations of neglect, abuse, and mismanagement. Complaints include rude nursing staff, inadequate communication, poor food quality, and issues with medication management. There are also reports of understaffing and unqualified personnel, which some believe negatively impacts the quality of care. One review specifically mentions a serious incident involving a patient's injury and a lack of communication with the family. Another points out problems with the facility's administration, suggesting a focus on profit over patient care.

    Despite these criticisms, there are stories of exceptional care, particularly in hospice situations, where the compassion and dedication of the staff are highlighted. Some reviews also note the facility's efforts to maintain a clean and welcoming environment, with a focus on individual patient needs and rehabilitation goals.

    In summary, while Autumn Lake Healthcare has received commendation for its caring staff, effective rehab services, and attention to cleanliness and safety, there are also serious concerns about aspects of care, communication, and management. Prospective patients and their families may want to consider these varied experiences when making decisions about care at this facility.


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    Health

    Caregiver

    Palliative care

    Total parenteral nutrition

    Diabetes management

    Restorative care

    Hospice care


    Activities

    Art

    Music


    Community Amenities

    Gym

    Resident concierge


    Room Amenities

    Flat screen TVs

    Private bathrooms


    Dining

    Private dining room



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 4
    Health inspection rating: 4
    Staffing rating: 2
    Quality measure rating: 2
    Long-term quality measure rating: 1
    Short-term quality measure rating: 3


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: July 30, 1993
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 150
    Total current residents: 133
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 0
    Total cost of fines: $0


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2019-05-29 2019-07-23 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2019-05-29 2019-07-23 D Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    2019-05-29 2019-07-23 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2019-05-29 2019-07-23 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
    2019-05-29 2019-07-23 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2018-04-19 2018-06-08 E Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish emergency prep training and testing.
    2018-04-19 2018-06-08 D Egress Deficiencies Have exits that are accessible at all times.
    2018-04-19 2018-06-08 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2018-04-19 2018-06-08 E Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2018-04-19 2018-06-08 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
    2018-04-19 2018-06-08 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2021-11-23 2022-01-02 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
    2021-11-23 2022-01-02 B Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2021-11-23 2022-01-02 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2021-11-23 2022-01-02 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2019-05-31 2019-07-10 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2019-05-31 2019-07-10 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
    2018-04-17 2018-05-18 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2018-04-17 2018-05-18 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2018-04-17 2018-05-18 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Norwalk which is 1.7 miles away and has a population of 88,485 (large town).
    • The average income is $92,840, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 79
      • Low Temperature: 34
      • Average Temperature: 55.7
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 155 days of rain, 26 days of snow and 182 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.6 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 42.4 years old, very high compared to other cities.
    • 3.25% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 25.23% of the population are Foreign-born which is a high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 2% Asian, 13% Black or African-American, 22% Hispanic or Latino, and 61% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 4.01 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.87 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.41 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.07 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.5 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 129.0, Moderate Days 48.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 4.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Stew Leonard's
    1.5 miles away
    Whole Foods Market
    2.0 miles away
    Patel Brothers
    2.9 miles away
    ShopRite
    3.1 miles away
    Stop & Shop
    3.1 miles away

    Transportation

    Merritt 7
    0.8 miles away
    East Norwalk
    2.7 miles away
    Westport
    2.8 miles away
    South Norwalk
    3.2 miles away
    Wilton
    3.8 miles away

    None Found

    Banks

    TD Bank
    1.7 miles away
    Fairfield County Bank
    1.7 miles away
    M&T Bank
    2.0 miles away
    Citibank
    2.0 miles away
    Bank of America
    2.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Cassena Care At Norwalk
    2.0 miles away
    Norwalk Hospital
    2.1 miles away
    Behavioral Health Services Westport
    4.2 miles away
    Stamford Hospital
    9.3 miles away
    St. Vincent's Medical Center
    11.7 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS
    4.2 miles away
    Walgreens
    4.3 miles away
    Lang's Pharmacy
    4.5 miles away
    Stop & Shop
    5.9 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    6.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Elke Cheung Dentistry
    1.4 miles away
    Imperial Dental Associates
    2.9 miles away
    Dantini Dental of Stamford
    6.3 miles away
    Michael J. Reynolds, D.D.S. General & Cosmetic Dentistry
    7.1 miles away
    Fairfield Dental Associates
    7.7 miles away

    Parks

    Woods Pond Park
    0.5 miles away
    Norwalk
    1.2 miles away
    Battle Of The Rocks Monument
    1.2 miles away
    Cranbury Park
    1.2 miles away
    Willie Morrer Park
    1.2 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    The SoNo Collection
    2.5 miles away
    Darinor Plaza
    3.3 miles away
    Ridgeway Shopping Center
    8.5 miles away
    Stamford Town Center
    8.8 miles away
    Westfield Trumbull
    11.4 miles away

    Culture

    Silvermine Guild Arts Center
    2.0 miles away
    Westport Arts Center
    2.6 miles away
    The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts
    2.8 miles away
    Rowayton Arts Center
    5.4 miles away
    Fairfield Theatre Company
    8.2 miles away

    Restaurants

    Merrittview Deli
    0.8 miles away
    Little Nick's
    1.1 miles away
    Outback Steakhouse
    1.3 miles away
    John's Best Pizza
    1.6 miles away
    Jordans Greek PIzza
    1.6 miles away

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