Elderwood at Ticonderoga
101 Adirondack Drive · Ticonderoga, NY · 12883 · 5185856771
84 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Elderwood
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.91 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.91 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.57 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.67 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 52% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $4,516 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2024
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected September 10, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 15, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 10, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2024
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.
Corrected September 10, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 15, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 15, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected September 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected August 14, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
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.
Corrected October 22, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 23, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 20, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 22, 2021 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C September 23, 2021
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.
Corrected October 22, 2021 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · C September 23, 2021
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected October 20, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 26, 2019
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 25, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 26, 2019
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected June 25, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 26, 2019
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected June 25, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 26, 2019
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected June 25, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 26, 2019
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected June 25, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 26, 2019
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected June 25, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 26, 2019
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected June 25, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 26, 2019
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected June 25, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E April 26, 2019
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 25, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| January 30, 2024 | Fine | $4,516 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335482 · certified since April 1, 1976. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.