Brookdale Ithaca
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ithaca, NY
Brookdale Ithaca
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ithaca, NY
Overview of Brookdale Ithaca
Nestled in Ithaca, New York, Brookdale Ithaca offers personalized assisted living and memory care services to help seniors embrace freedom and independence. The community provides enhanced assisted living, with support for daily tasks like housekeeping, laundry, transportation, mobility, bathing, and dressing. Care associates also coordinate with outside healthcare providers. For memory care residents, Brookdale Ithaca offers a secure space with gentle guidance, visual reminders, and a daily path of engaging activities to help those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia thrive. With 24/7 staff availability, residents can enjoy a life filled with fewer worries and more enthusiasm.
The community encourages residents to pursue their interests, whether it’s playing bingo, joining a book club, or participating in devotional services and movie nights. Brookdale Ithaca’s dining program features weekly menus with delicious and nutritious choices, created with resident feedback and favorite recipes. The community’s location in Ithaca provides easy access to healthcare facilities, shopping, and dining options.
Types of Care at Brookdale Ithaca
Assisted Living
Memory Care
36-bed community Rank #729 / 752Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 729th out of 752 homes in New York. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New York SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 2 / 100 Rank #1138 / 1167Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1138th out of 1167 homes in New York. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New York SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAdult Home
CountyTompkins
Brookdale Ithaca is legally operated by Ithaca Sterling Cottage Operator, Inc..
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Enhanced Assisted Living
Adult Home Memory Care
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Pet Friendly
Transportation
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Private Dining Room
Walking Paths
Landscaped Grounds
Whirlpool
Piano
ActivitiesResidents can participate in various activities including bingo, gardening, and book clubs.
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Operating HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT
Enhanced Assisted Living$8,050 per month
Adult Home Memory Care$6,805 per month
Food DescriptionDining options focus on healthy and delicious meals, with resident feedback incorporated into weekly menus.
Inspection History
In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
0 enforcement actions
10 violations
12 inspections
Inspection Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the New York state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical New York score; higher is better.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the New York state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical New York score; higher is better.
C+ · Near the New York average for assisted living residences.
New York assisted living residences benchmark: C+ 77/100
Inspection score: 79 out of 100. Letter grade C+. Near the New York average for assisted living residences.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. New York state average
Overall vs. NY average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than New York average:
• Total inspections (33% above)
• Inspections with violations (80% above)
• Inspection violation rate (47% above) 5 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total violations (23% below)
• Violations per year (23% below)
• Violations per inspection (43% below)
• Violations per inspection (27% below)
• Complaint visits (17% below)
• Total inspections (33% above)
• Inspections with violations (80% above)
• Inspection violation rate (47% above) 5 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total violations (23% below)
• Violations per year (23% below)
• Violations per inspection (43% below)
• Violations per inspection (27% below)
• Complaint visits (17% below)
Latest Inspection
March 12, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Inspections
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 12 | 9 | This facility has 33% more total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (12 vs. NY avg 9).↑ 33% worse |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 9 | 5 | This facility has 80% more inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (9 vs. NY avg 5).↑ 80% worse |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 75% | 51% | This facility has 24 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (75% vs. NY avg 51%).↑ 24% worse |
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Violations per inspection
Average violations recorded per inspection.
| 0.8 | 1.1 | This facility has 27% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.8 vs. NY avg 1.1).↓ 27% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 5 | 6 | This facility has 17% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (5 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 17% better |
Violations
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total violations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 10 | 13 | This facility has 23% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (10 vs. NY avg 13).↓ 23% better |
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Violations per year
Average violations per year since 2021.
| 2 | 2.6 | This facility has 23% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 2.6).↓ 23% better |
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Violations per inspection
Average violations per inspection.
| 0.8 | 1.4 | This facility has 43% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.8 vs. NY avg 1.4).↓ 43% better |
Violation breakdown
Per-category split of the 10 violations recorded across all inspections. Counts are compared against the New York state average for each category. A green dot means this facility is below the state average for that category; an amber dot means it is above.
Per-category split of the 10 violations recorded across all inspections. Counts are compared against the New York state average for each category. A green dot means this facility is below the state average for that category; an amber dot means it is above.
3
Environmental Standards
NY avg: 1.7
4
Records and Reports
NY avg: 2.0
3
Resident Services
NY avg: 2.9
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on March 12, 2025 found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed occasional issues primarily related to environmental standards for furnishings and equipment, resident services case management, and medication management storage. Complaint investigations did not result in any substantiated violations. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The pattern suggests some recurring environmental and resident services issues, but the facility appears to have addressed these concerns in the latest inspection.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsWhat does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 257 / 288 / 324 / 360 / 372 sq. ft
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
1 / 4
Suite
1
257 - 372 sq. ft
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Ithaca
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2.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ithaca's city center to Brookdale Ithaca's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.8 miles to nearest hospital (Cayuga Medical Center)
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| Brookdale Ithaca |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Ithaca (Bundy Road) | 36 | Yes | 2 | Ithaca Sterling Cottage Operator, Inc. | 12 | 75% | 5 | 10 | 0.8 | Suite |
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IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Ithaca (Town Of Ithaca) | - | Yes | 0 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Ithaca
What neighborhood is Brookdale Ithaca in?
Brookdale Ithaca is in the Bundy Road neighborhood of Ithaca.
Who is the owner of Brookdale Ithaca?
The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Ithaca is Ithaca Sterling Cottage Operator, Inc..
Is Brookdale Ithaca in a walkable area?
Brookdale Ithaca has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Does Brookdale Ithaca have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Ithaca on this page.
How many beds does Brookdale Ithaca have?
Brookdale Ithaca has 36 beds.
What is the phone number of Brookdale Ithaca?
(607) 256-2580 will put you in contact with the team at Brookdale Ithaca.
What county is Brookdale Ithaca located in?
Brookdale Ithaca is in Tompkins County.
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