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Compare Nursing Homes around Ithaca (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
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| Cayuga Nursing & Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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 (Northwest Ithaca) | 144 |
77.1%
Facility
77.1%
NY AVG
88.3%
Rank
#294 / 348 | -13% | 4.09
Facility
4.09
NY AVG
3.58
Rank
#64 / 347 | -71% | +14% | 7
Facility
7
NY AVG
0.7 | 31
Facility
31
NY AVG
18.5
Rank
#318 / 353 | 7.8
Facility
7.8
NY AVG
5.1
Rank
#307 / 353 | 1
Facility
1
NY AVG
0.4 | 116 |
4
Facility
4
NY AVG
61
Rank
#113 / 116 | David Petrie | $15.4M
Facility
$15.4M
NY AVG
$32.0M
Rank
#287 / 344 | $6.4M
Facility
$6.4M
NY AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#255 / 344 | 41.6%
Facility
41.6%
NY AVG
37%
Rank
#77 / 343 | 335249 | ||||
| Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Ithaca (South Albany Street) | 120 |
95.0%
Facility
95.0%
NY AVG
88.3%
Rank
#88 / 348 | +8% | 2.95
Facility
2.95
NY AVG
3.58
Rank
#265 / 347 | -27% | -18% | 0
Facility
0
NY AVG
0.7 | 20
Facility
20
NY AVG
18.5
Rank
#220 / 353 | 6.7
Facility
6.7
NY AVG
5.1
Rank
#277 / 353 | -
Facility
-
NY AVG
0.4 | 111 |
91
Facility
91
NY AVG
61
Rank
#23 / 116 | Uri Koenig | $14.3M
Facility
$14.3M
NY AVG
$32.0M
Rank
#291 / 344 | $6.8M
Facility
$6.8M
NY AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#235 / 344 | 47.7%
Facility
47.7%
NY AVG
37%
Rank
#49 / 343 | 335017 | ||||
| Oak Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Ithaca (City Of Ithaca) | 60 |
93.5%
Facility
93.5%
NY AVG
88.3%
Rank
#128 / 348 | +6% | 5.26
Facility
5.26
NY AVG
3.58
Rank
#11 / 347 | -18% | +47% | 0
Facility
0
NY AVG
0.7 | 15
Facility
15
NY AVG
18.5
Rank
#146 / 353 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
NY AVG
5.1
Rank
#33 / 353 | -
Facility
-
NY AVG
0.4 | 57 |
91
Facility
91
NY AVG
61 | Pearl Litkowski | $7.3M
Facility
$7.3M
NY AVG
$32.0M
Rank
#336 / 344 | $3.7M
Facility
$3.7M
NY AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#321 / 344 | 51.6%
Facility
51.6%
NY AVG
37%
Rank
#34 / 343 | 335225 |
Overview of Cayuga Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Cayuga Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Cayuga facility, provides exceptional personal care for its residents in a nurturing environment. Expect nothing but elegance and professionalism at the assisted living home. The vibrant community performs nothing less than extraordinary service offered by its professional and compassionate staff. Residents are guaranteed to enjoy their stay at the charming retirement home.
The Cayuga Nursing facility specializes in short-term rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing, and memory care services. Seniors are encouraged to maintain independence and individuality by staying active and engaged with social, recreational, and stimulating activities. Specialized nursing care services are stroke recovery, IV therapy, respiratory services, wound care, and diabetes care.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Beechtree Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing
Beechtree Center is a distinguished 120-bed skilled nursing residence and rehabilitation center located in downtown Ithaca, New York. Providing 24-hour skilled nursing care, this community ensures a secure and engaging environment where each resident is treated with utmost dignity and respect. Beechtree Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing takes pride in consistently delivering the highest level of customer satisfaction. The center addresses physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs, striving to create a home-like environment that cares for everyone.
Beechtree embraces the concept of Person-Centered Care, prioritizing the importance of quality of life alongside quality of care. Their devoted staff partners closely with residents and their families, aiming to achieve and maintain the highest quality of life for every individual. From waking up early to choosing the timing of showers or baths, Beechtree endeavors to accommodate individual preferences, allowing residents and staff to make decisions collaboratively. The center also offers restaurant-style dining, serving freshly prepared food, adding to the overall comfort and home-like atmosphere that they provide for seniors.
Kendal at Ithaca is located in the Village of Cayuga Heights, on the east shore of Cayuga Lake, in the heart of New York's Finger Lakes region. Services include multiple dining venues, housekeeping and laundry, maintenance and grounds keeping, transportation and medical billing services. The health care team includes physicians, a nurse practitioner, nursing staff, social workers and dieticians.
Oak Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center is located in Greensburg, PA. It offers specialized therapy services and rehabilitative care, including cardiac and orthopedic rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care. The center is committed to providing compassionate care and enhancing the well-being of its residents.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment
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Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
Includes
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
QM Rating
Long-Stay QM
Short-Stay QM
02
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Includes
Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
RN vs State
Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
Includes
Citations
Citations/Inspection
Severe Citations
Fines
Accreditations
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Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
Includes
Occupancy vs State
Avg Length of Stay
Revenue
Payroll %
Years in Operation
Admin Tenure
05
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
Includes
Walk Score
BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Ithaca, NY
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New York?
Assisted living in New York is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does New York Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — New York Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 4 nursing homes in Ithaca, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Ithaca, NY?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Ithaca, NY, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Ithaca, NY?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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