The Farrar Home
Assisted Living · USA, NY
The Farrar Home
Assisted Living · USA, New York
The Farrar Home is a 30-bed adult home at 46 Constable Street in Malone, New York, in Franklin County. It’s administrator is not named. Licensed as an Adult Home with capacity for 30 residents, the facility is owned by Farrar Home For Deserving Old Ladies, a not-for-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors and an active Auxiliary. The Farrar Home was established in 1900 by Isaac Farrar, who bequeathed his property for the purpose of serving older adults. Originally incorporated as a women-only facility, the home now serves both men and women. The facility is a Victorian-era structure located in a quiet residential neighborhood.
The facility does not permit pets. Respite care is offered. Round-the-clock nursing staff provide care. Daily activities are available. Laundry service is provided. Some vegetables are grown on-site for meal preparation. The facility is situated close to churches, shopping, and medical facilities.
The New York State Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care, has conducted five inspections on file, all with citations. Nine total deficiencies have been recorded against a state average of 22. The most recent inspection, a relicensure survey on November 12, 2024, identified one deficiency related to food service; a plan of correction was approved. The broader pattern involves food service, environmental standards, and resident services, each addressed with approved corrective plans. Two complaints are on record at a rate of 6.7 per 100 occupied beds against a state average of 49.9. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated. No enforcement actions are on file.
The Farrar Home is suited for individuals and families seeking adult home care in Malone with established not-for-profit governance and respite care options. Families should ask about corrective measures taken following the food service deficiency cited in November 2024, current food sourcing practices, and meal preparation protocols before placement.
30-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 72 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAdult Home
StatusActive
CountyFranklin
License Number270-E-005
Owner NameFarrar Home For Deserving Old Ladies
Specific ProgramsSpecial Events/Activities, Aging Gracefully
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
9 citations
2 complaints
5 inspections
0 complaint investigations
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
1 Worse
Metrics worse than New York average:
• Inspection citation rate (79% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at New York average:
• Inspections with citations (at NY avg) 8 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total citations (69% below)
• Citations per year (69% below)
• Citations per inspection (44% below)
• Total inspections (44% below)
• Total complaints (97% below)
• Complaints per year (97% below)
• Complaints per bed (86% below)
• Complaint investigations (100% below)
• Inspection citation rate (79% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at New York average:
• Inspections with citations (at NY avg) 8 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total citations (69% below)
• Citations per year (69% below)
• Citations per inspection (44% below)
• Total inspections (44% below)
• Total complaints (97% below)
• Complaints per year (97% below)
• Complaints per bed (86% below)
• Complaint investigations (100% below)
Latest Inspection
November 12, 2024
Relicensure
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
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9 | 29 | This facility has 69% fewer total citations than a typical New York assisted living residence (9 vs. NY avg 29). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.↓ 69% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
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1.8 | 5.8 | This facility has 69% fewer citations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (1.8 vs. NY avg 5.8). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.↓ 69% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
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1.8 | 3.2 | This facility has 44% fewer citations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (1.8 vs. NY avg 3.2). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.↓ 44% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
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5 | 9 | This facility has 44% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (5 vs. NY avg 9). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.↓ 44% better |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
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5 | 5 | This facility has inspections with citations in line with the New York average (5 vs. NY avg 5). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.— At avg |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
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100% | 56% | This facility has 44 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (100% vs. NY avg 56%). Click this badge to view the full New York ranking.↑ 44% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on November 12, 2024, identified one deficiency related to food service, with a plan of correction approved. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving food service, environmental standards, and resident services, all addressed with approved correction plans. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated or did not result in additional citations. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring issues in similar areas but consistent follow-up with corrective actions.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsLawsuit overview for The Farrar Home
Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.
Source: State court e-filing records
Total Cases
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
1
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
1
Active Cases
Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture.
0
Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture.
0
Closed
Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes.
1
1 Disposed
Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes.
1
1 Disposed
Since
Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure.
2019
Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure.
2019
Most Recent
Year of the most recent filing. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility.
2019
Year of the most recent filing. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility.
2019
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Farrar Home
Who is the owner of The Farrar Home?
The legal owner and operator of The Farrar Home is Farrar Home For Deserving Old Ladies.
Is The Farrar Home in a walkable area?
The Farrar Home has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of The Farrar Home?
According to NY state health department records, The Farrar Home's license number is 270-E-005.
How many beds does The Farrar Home have?
The Farrar Home has 30 beds.
Are there photos of The Farrar Home?
Yes — there is 1 photo of The Farrar Home in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Farrar Home?
The Farrar Home is located at 46 Constable Street.
What is the phone number of The Farrar Home?
(518) 483-7550 will put you in contact with the team at The Farrar Home.
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