The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm
Nursing Home · Cicero, NY
CMS certification number335340
Contact & location
5460 Meltzer CourtCicero, NY 13039
Onondaga County
- Phone
- (315) 699-1619
- ZIP code
- 13039 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 156
- Residents per day
- 137.8 (88% occupied)
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Legal name
- Plaza Nursing Home Company INC.
- Medicare certified since
- December 1, 1971
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Both council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 4.41 (state 3.62 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.66 (state 0.71 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.72 (state 0.76 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 3.04 (state 2.15 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 4.12 (state 3.18 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 48.0 (state 40.3 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 39.3 (state 39.8 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 0 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- May 1, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 13.0 (state 8.0 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 4
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 30 health · 11 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-01 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-01 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-01 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-01 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-01 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-01 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-01 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. F0744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-01 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-01 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-01 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. F0585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
C No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-01 | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. F0577 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
B No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-05-01 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
B No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-29 |
| 2025-11-19 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-07 |
| 2025-04-01 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. F0561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-19 |
| 2025-04-01 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-19 |
| 2024-07-16 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-04 |
| 2024-07-16 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. F0676 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-04 |
| 2024-07-16 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-04 |
| 2024-07-16 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-04 |
| 2024-07-16 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-04 |
| 2024-07-16 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-04 |
| 2024-07-16 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-04 |
| 2024-05-02 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-06-19 |
| 2022-06-10 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-07-22 |
| 2022-06-10 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-07-22 |
| 2022-06-10 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-07-22 |
| 2022-06-10 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-07-22 |
| 2022-06-10 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-07-22 |
| 2022-06-10 | Provide appropriate care/assistance for a resident with a prosthesis. F0696 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-07-22 |
| 2022-06-10 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. F0806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-07-22 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Plaza Corporation of Central New York, INC. (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| Brodowski, Michael (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Iroquois Nursing Home, INC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Zgoda, Tara (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Barron, Sean (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Bergemann, John (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Edmunds Smith, Julie (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| House, Deborah (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ko, Brenda (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Mucitelli, Kristen (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Randall, Kevin (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Dabrowski, Karen (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Zgoda, Tara (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Brodowski, Michael (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Zgoda, Tara (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm?
The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in New York.
How many beds does The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm have?
It has 156 certified beds and cares for about 138 residents per day.
Has The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm been fined?
CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
What is the phone number of The Cottages at Garden Grove, a Skilled Nrsg Comm?
(315) 699-1619. The facility is located at 5460 Meltzer Court, Cicero, NY 13039.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.