nursing home in Auburn, NY
Finger Lakes Center for Living
20 Park Avenue, Auburn, NY 13021 · (315) 255-7188
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Finger Lakes Center for Living at a glance
Finger Lakes Center for Living is a 80-bed non-profit nursing home in Auburn, New York (Cayuga County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New York average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 6, 2024) found 11 health citations. The New York average is 8.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $65,845.
Nursing staff turnover is 33.7% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 80
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 31, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cayuga County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335785
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.23 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.57 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.33 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.68 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.7% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 8 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 7 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 213.8 | 62.2 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $65,845 | $23,070 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 80 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 75 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.2% | 90.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.5% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.6% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 24.1% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5.5% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.5% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8.5% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.1% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 19.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 25.2% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.6% | 19.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.5% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 91.5% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 69.8% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.2% | 77.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 24, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 18, 2026 |
| July 24, 2026 Complaint | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 18, 2026 |
| July 24, 2026 Complaint | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2026 |
| February 20, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| February 20, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| October 29, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| October 29, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| June 30, 2025 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 19, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2025 |
| September 6, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Fire safety | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0133 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Standard | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0800 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| October 14, 2022 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 9, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 9, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2022 |
| February 25, 2020 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 20, 2020 |
| February 25, 2020 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 4, 2020 |
| February 25, 2020 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2020 |
| February 25, 2020 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2020 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $65,845 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2026 | Fine | $51,776 |
| October 29, 2025 | Fine | $14,069 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALEXANDER, DANIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2022 |
| CASTERLIN, NABRASKA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/17/2024 |
| EVANGELISTA, PATRICIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/26/2011 |
| PATEL, PARTH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/07/2021 |
| SCHALLER, CHRISTINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BRADY, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| CORNELL, CHRISTINA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| D'AGOSTINO, RAYMOND Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| DALY, ELANE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| DURANT, BRIAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| EDINGER, SUSAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| FRANCESCHELLI, ANTHONY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| GOULD, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| IANNOLO, PATSY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2014 |
| PABIS, JOSEPH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2013 |
| RICCIO, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| RUNKLE, JOSEPH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2014 |
| SHERBURNE, ALAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| ALEXANDER, DANIEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2022 |
| BERLUCCHI, SCOTT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| LESCH, JASON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| RACKMIL, MELISSA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/25/2024 |
| SYRETT, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| CASTERLIN, NABRASKA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/17/2024 |
| CONWAY-RUSSELL, KATHERINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2021 |
| EVANGELISTA, PATRICIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/26/2011 |
| LADOUCE-WILSON, KATRINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/02/2022 |
| PATEL, PARTH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/07/2021 |
| SCHALLER, CHRISTINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Finger Lakes Center for Living's rating?
Finger Lakes Center for Living has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New York nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Finger Lakes Center for Living receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Finger Lakes Center for Living accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Finger Lakes Center for Living?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Finger Lakes Center for Living and how do I contact it?
Finger Lakes Center for Living is at 20 Park Avenue, Auburn, NY 13021. Phone: (315) 255-7188.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.