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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The New York average is: 55.7% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Newfane Rehab & Health Care Center
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Newfane
165
Facility 165
NY AVG 192
Rank #216 / 429
98.8%
Facility 98.8%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #30 / 388
+9%
3.40
Facility 3.40
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #166 / 399
B+ -14%-5%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
22
Facility 22
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #259 / 402
7.3
Facility 7.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #353 / 402
-163-
41
Facility 41
NY AVG 63
Rank #355 / 457
Newfane Operations, LLC (For Profit)
$16.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $16.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #273 / 387
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #254 / 387
55.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 55.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #155 / 386
335481
Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH
SNF
Delhi
176
Facility 176
NY AVG 192
Rank #208 / 429
90.9%
Facility 90.9%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #269 / 388
0%
4.41
Facility 4.41
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #44 / 399
C+ -37%+23%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
46
Facility 46
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #387 / 402
11.5
Facility 11.5
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #398 / 402
-160-
57
Facility 57
NY AVG 63
Rank #294 / 457
Drnc Operating, LLC (For Profit)
$18.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #246 / 387
$7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #308 / 387
38.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 38.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #329 / 386
335876
Silver Lake Specialized Rehabilitation and Care Center
NH
MC
SNF
Staten Island
278
Facility 278
NY AVG 192
Rank #85 / 429
68.0%
Facility 68.0%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #369 / 388
-25%
3.08
Facility 3.08
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #251 / 399
B- +97%-14%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
17
Facility 17
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #190 / 402
4.3
Facility 4.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #181 / 402
1189-
54
Facility 54
NY AVG 63
Rank #304 / 457
Silver Lake Specialized Rehabilitation And Care Center, LLC (For Profit)
$26.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $26.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #175 / 387
$17.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #102 / 387
66.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 66.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #69 / 386
335196
Our Lady of Consolation Nursing and Rehabilitative Care Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
West Islip
345
Facility 345
NY AVG 192
Rank #39 / 429
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #339 / 388
-9%
3.58
Facility 3.58
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #127 / 399
? +67%0%
$142.0k
Facility $142.0k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #387 / 402
22
Facility 22
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #259 / 402
5.5
Facility 5.5
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #276 / 402
1286-
61
Facility 61
NY AVG 63
Rank #281 / 457
Our Lady Of Consolation Geriatric Care Center (Not For Profit)
$45.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $45.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #62 / 387
$33.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $33.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #29 / 387
74.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 74.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #34 / 386
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Little Neck Care Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Little Neck
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 192
Rank #279 / 429
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #310 / 388
-3%
3.40
Facility 3.40
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #166 / 399
C- 0%-5%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
15
Facility 15
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #149 / 402
3.8
Facility 3.8
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #141 / 402
1106-
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 63
Rank #152 / 457
Optima Care Little Neck, LLC (For Profit)
$20.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #224 / 387
$12.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #203 / 387
58.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 58.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #122 / 386
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St. Camillus Residential Health Care Facility
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Syracuse
284
Facility 284
NY AVG 192
Rank #72 / 429
84.9%
Facility 84.9%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #331 / 388
-6%
3.29
Facility 3.29
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #191 / 399
C -41%-8%
$39.8k
Facility $39.8k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #345 / 402
24
Facility 24
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #282 / 402
6.0
Facility 6.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #294 / 402
1241-
18
Facility 18
NY AVG 63
Rank #411 / 457
St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility (Not For Profit)
$33.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $33.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #123 / 387
$21.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #68 / 387
64.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 64.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #84 / 386
335283
The Grove at Valhalla Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH
RC
SNF
Valhalla
160
Facility 160
NY AVG 192
Rank #218 / 429
96.3%
Facility 96.3%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #130 / 388
+6%
2.76
Facility 2.76
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #325 / 399
C +21%-23%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
32
Facility 32
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #351 / 402
8.0
Facility 8.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #372 / 402
-154-
21
Facility 21
NY AVG 63
Rank #406 / 457
Hhh Acquistion, LLC (For Profit)
$30.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $30.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #152 / 387
$10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #221 / 387
35.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 35.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #355 / 386
335809
Elderwood at Wheatfield
NH
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Niagara Falls
123
Facility 123
NY AVG 192
Rank #272 / 429
92.7%
Facility 92.7%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #245 / 388
+2%
3.07
Facility 3.07
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #251 / 399
? +15%-14%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #109 / 402
6.5
Facility 6.5
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #329 / 402
-114-
34
Facility 34
NY AVG 63
Rank #374 / 457
2600 Niagara Falls Boulevard Operating Company, LLC (For Profit)
$15.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #291 / 387
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #252 / 387
60.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 60.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #105 / 386
335790
Elderwood at Cheektowaga
NH
AL
IL
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Cheektowaga
172
Facility 172
NY AVG 192
Rank #213 / 429
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #261 / 388
+1%
3.38
Facility 3.38
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #166 / 399
B- -49%-5%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
23
Facility 23
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #274 / 402
2.9
Facility 2.9
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #74 / 402
-157-
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 63
Rank #442 / 457
225 Bennett Road Operating Company, LLC (For Profit)
$18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #250 / 387
$12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #193 / 387
69.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 69.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #51 / 386
335752
Friedwald Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing
NH
ADC
SNF
New City
180
Facility 180
NY AVG 192
Rank #203 / 429
95.3%
Facility 95.3%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #169 / 388
+5%-B- +41%-
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
26
Facility 26
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #306 / 402
5.2
Facility 5.2
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #256 / 402
-172-
71
Facility 71
NY AVG 63
Rank #245 / 457
Barry Winet
$34.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $34.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #106 / 387
$17.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #106 / 387
50.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #216 / 386
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Overview of Newfane Rehab & Health Care Center

Newfane Rehab & Health Care Center is a nursing home in Newfane, NY, offering skilled nursing, nursing care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice and palliative care focus on comfort for people with serious illness. Respite care is a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The home has 165 beds, creating a larger community with more residents and staff, along with more programming than a smaller setting. Private rooms provide a single living space, while semi-private rooms involve shared living. Respiratory and tracheostomy care supports residents with complex breathing needs, and the wound care program provides ongoing wound treatment.

Therapy and rehabilitation services offer structured recovery support, while psychological services address behavioral and emotional needs. On-site barber and beauty services let residents receive grooming care within the community. Total nurse staffing is 3h 24m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident, and the facility is operated by Newfane Operations.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare supports short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help cover a longer stay when personal savings are insufficient, and private pay allows a family to pay directly.

Contact Newfane Rehab & Health Care Center

Overview of Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Four hours and 25 minutes of nursing time attaches to each resident daily at Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, spread across the census rather than reserved for one room. The Delhi, New York, home licenses 176 beds and had 160 of them occupied at the last count, with skilled nursing available at every hour.

Nursing home care carries residents whose clinical oversight and daily help have become one continuous need. Rehabilitation services cover the other kind of stay: a replaced hip comes with a defined course of therapy, and those weeks pass somewhere with staff in reach rather than at the top of a staircase.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay all open a route, whether the care is covered or privately funded. DRNC Operating runs the community.

Contact Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Overview of Silver Lake Specialized Rehabilitation and Care Center

Silver Lake Specialized Rehabilitation and Care Center operates a 278-bed facility in Staten Island, New York, providing nursing home care, memory care, and skilled nursing. Short-term rehabilitation and respiratory therapy take place directly on site, allowing residents to complete required clinical treatments without traveling off campus. Memory care programs deliver dedicated supervision and structured support for individuals living with dementia.

Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 5 minutes per resident across the center. Situated in an area with a 54 walk score, the location enables some routine errands to be completed nearby on foot. On-site personal conveniences feature a beauty salon and spa alongside accessible outdoor garden areas. Accepted payment routes embrace Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

Prospective residents and their loved ones can get in touch with Silver Lake Specialized Rehabilitation and Care Center to evaluate coverage options, check current unit openings, and schedule a facility tour.

Contact Silver Lake Specialized Rehabilitation and Care Center

Overview of Our Lady of Consolation Nursing and Rehabilitative Care Center

Our Lady of Consolation Nursing and Rehabilitative Care Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, and palliative care in West Islip, NY. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom management for residents with serious or end of life needs. The range of care can suit a resident whose needs may grow from rehabilitation or skilled nursing to memory, hospice, or palliative support without starting over in a new community.

With 345 beds, the center is among the larger communities, with more residents, staff, and usually more programming than smaller homes. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 35 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. The community is operated by Our Lady of Consolation Geriatric Care Center.

Rehabilitation services include short term rehabilitation, orthopedic care, neurological care, cognitive care, restorative feeding, orthotic services, amputee rehabilitation, and the Pathway to Home program. These services give residents targeted support for recovery and daily function. Restaurant style menus use locally grown produce and include special meals for holidays, while religious services are available for residents who observe them. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted: Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, and private pay allows care to be funded directly.

A Walk Score of 61 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who can go out independently may be able to walk for certain nearby errands.

Contact Our Lady of Consolation Nursing and Rehabilitative Care Center

Overview of Little Neck Care Center

Providing a spectrum of senior care services under one roof, Little Neck Care Center offers skilled nursing care for individuals requiring round-the-clock medical attention. Personalized care plans are established by an expert staff to ensure each resident receives the necessary support for optimal well-being. Residents also benefit from advanced medical technology and compassionate care that prioritizes dignity and independence.

Little Neck Care Center recognizes that not all seniors require the same level of care. Beyond skilled nursing, this community offers a range of supportive services for individuals who can benefit from some assistance with daily living activities. Spacious private rooms and a warm, social atmosphere, create a sense of community and connection for everyone. With its commitment to excellent care, and a continuum of senior living services, Little Neck Care Center empowers seniors to live a safe, dignified, and fulfilling life.

Contact Little Neck Care Center

Overview of St. Camillus Residential Health Care Facility

Owned by Tracy Balduzzi and operated by the not-for-profit St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility, St. Camillus Residential Health Care Facility provides skilled nursing care for residents needing short-term rehabilitation or longer-term support. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several options when arranging care coverage.

The three-story community has 284 beds, with an occupancy rate of 85%. Residents stay an average of 96 days, which includes people recovering after hospitalization and those requiring extended nursing care. Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 28 minutes of care per resident each day. The total includes 23 minutes of registered nurse care, 1 hour and 57 minutes from nurse aides, and 23 minutes of support from LPNs or LVNs. The staffing mix provides consistent hands-on care throughout the day.

The facility is in a car-dependent area with a Walk Score of 18. Most visits and daily errands require driving. The location is less convenient for walking, but the quieter suburban setting may appeal to families looking for an environment away from busy commercial areas.

The Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care, oversees the facility through inspections that span more than a decade. Camillus should take a tour and ask about the home’s services, amenities, rehabilitation programs, dining options, and daily routines to better understand what residents can expect.

Contact St. Camillus Residential Health Care Facility

Overview of The Grove at Valhalla Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Located in the serene surroundings of Valhalla, New York, The Grove at Valhalla Rehabilitation and Nursing Center offers high-quality senior care and post-acute programs that families can rely on with confidence. What sets them apart is not just their luxurious facility but also their unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards. As a premier provider of both short-term and long-term rehabilitation and nursing services, The Grove offers a truly opulent experience, tailored to individual needs.

Within its walls, experienced staff provide round-the-clock nursing care, ensuring a comprehensive range of services from respiratory and palliative care to post-surgical and cardiac rehabilitation. The center also specializes in unique areas like amputee care and therapy, showcasing their dedication to holistic healing. Their commitment to personalized care extends to bright and airy private and semi-private accommodations, each equipped with modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, cable, and adjustable heating and air conditioning. The thoughtful design, complete with a nurse call bell system and 24-hour security, creates a refreshing and secure environment for residents and their families.

Contact The Grove at Valhalla Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Elderwood at Wheatfield

2600 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Niagara Falls, NY 14304
Overview of Elderwood at Wheatfield

Elderwood at Wheatfield is a nursing home in Niagara Falls, NY, offering skilled nursing, memory care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision. Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom support. Respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The combination of memory care and nursing services may be a good fit for someone who needs both cognitive supervision and ongoing medical care. The home has 123 beds, with 93% occupancy, meaning nearly all beds are in use at the stated occupancy level and availability can change as residents move in or out. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 4 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nurse time allocated to each resident.

Private and semi private rooms are available for residents who want a room alone or with a roommate. Subacute rehabilitation and oncology are among the community’s named programs, giving residents access to those service areas within the facility. A spacious rehabilitation gym supports therapy services, while enclosed patios and gardens provide outdoor space. Pets are allowed.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, Medicaid can help cover a longer stay when savings do not, and private pay uses personal funds. Michelle Hardy serves as director, and the community is operated by 2600 Niagara Falls Boulevard Operating Company.

A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride for a resident who does not drive.

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Overview of Elderwood at Cheektowaga

Elderwood at Cheektowaga is a nursing home in Cheektowaga, NY, offering skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, palliative care and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while the resident maintains an apartment.

Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management for residents with serious illness.

Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time, and respite care can suit a family that needs short term support.

The community also offers an oncology program for residents with cancer related care needs. Elderwood at Cheektowaga has 172 beds, making it a larger community where more residents, staff and usually programming are part of daily life.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 23m per resident/day, representing the recorded daily nursing time allocated per resident. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay uses personal funds to pay for care.

Subacute rehabilitation and other rehabilitation services support residents working toward recovery while receiving care in the community. Patios, gardens and walking paths across the wooded grounds provide places to sit outdoors or take a walk.

Vina Bonner serves as director, and 225 Bennett Road Operating Company operates the community. The home may be a good fit for someone who needs anything from independent living to skilled nursing, memory care, palliative care or a short respite stay, including a resident whose needs may change over time.

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Overview of Friedwald Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing

Friedwald Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a highly regarded nursing home in New City, NY, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. The community’s compassionate and spa-like setting ensures older adults’ comfort and healing. With 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and comprehensive therapy programs seven times a week, residents can maintain their independence with ease. Through personalized care plans, residents receive the best possible care for their recovery and wellness.

Light exercises, social events, and sensory-stimulating programs provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences. State-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and cozy communal areas also ensure residents can relax and move around comfortably. Residents also experience a laid-back lifestyle, as it is ideally situated in the tree-lined neighborhood of New City. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it one of the best options for senior living in New York.

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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. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

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
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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
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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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Nursing Homes in New York State at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.1/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in New York State. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.7/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New York State. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New York State. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in New York State

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New York State?

Assisted living in New York State 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 State Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — New York State 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 462 nursing homes in New York State. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in New York State?

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 New York State, 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 New York State?

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.