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Our editorial team analyzed 462 nursing homes in NY using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in NY
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
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 TableAL (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.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other NY nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 462 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Overview of Affinity Skilled Living and Rehabilitation Center
Affinity Skilled Living and Rehabilitation Center in Oakdale, New York, delivers skilled nursing, general nursing home care, palliative management, and hospice support. Short-term rehabilitation programs assist individuals preparing to transition back home, whereas long-term care delivers ongoing clinical oversight. Specialized respiratory therapy serves residents with breathing-related medical needs, and temporary respite stays give primary caregivers time off.
This 280-bed location is run by Oakwood Operating Company and maintains a doctor on staff. Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 13 minutes per resident. Amenities feature a dedicated beauty salon and spa. Accepted payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds to cover eligible programs.
Individuals considering long-term placement or short-term recovery options can contact Affinity Skilled Living and Rehabilitation Center to gather details about admissions, arrange a physical walkthrough, or discuss payment options.
Park Terrace Care Center operates a 200-bed nursing home and skilled nursing center in Rego Park, New York. Ongoing medical care combines with both short-term and long-term rehabilitation programs to assist individuals through recovery or extended treatment. Clinical specialties include New York State Certified Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation, IV therapy, and on-site psychiatric and psychological services.
A physician serves on staff to conduct medical evaluations directly at the building. Caregivers deliver an average of 3 hours and 4 minutes of daily nurse staffing per resident across the community. Social services and family counseling programs are also available to guide residents and their relatives through care decisions.
Families can contact the Park Terrace Care Center to arrange a visit, confirm bed availability, or evaluate financial plans involving Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.
Overview of Hillside Manor Rehab & Extended Care Center
Hillside Manor Rehab & Extended Care Center has served the Jamaica Estates, New York community since 1975, offering skilled nursing, hospice care, and palliative care. Care options cater to short-term recovery needs alongside extended residential stays. Cardiopulmonary and post-acute rehabilitation programs take place in an on-site therapy gymnasium, with additional comforts including a culturally diverse menu, an outdoor patio and courtyard, therapeutic recreation, barbershop and beautician services, and multi-denominational religious services.
Director Gaya Hariharan, MSPT, LNHA, leads this 400-bed facility, which maintains an 83% occupancy rate. Accepted funding choices encompass Medicare for post-hospital rehabilitation, Medicaid for ongoing financial assistance, and direct private pay.
Prospective individuals can connect with Hillside Manor Rehab & Extended Care Center to confirm current room availability, discuss personal care requirements, or arrange a guided tour.
Serving residents in Buffalo, New York, Terrace View Long-Term Care is a skilled nursing home at 462 Grider Street. The 390-bed home provides ongoing nursing care, rehabilitation, and assistance with daily personal needs. Residents receive an average of 5 hours and 12 minutes of nursing care each day. Care is delivered by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse aides, and other clinical professionals.
The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 46. A few nearby services are walkable, but most errands and appointments require transportation. Families considering the home’s location should take note of this if they plan to visit regularly.
Visiting Terrace View is one of the best ways to learn more about the community. Families can tour the care areas, observe daily routines, and meet members of the care team. It is also a great way to see whether the home’s environment and approach to care suit a loved one’s individual needs.
Overview of The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a nursing home in Somers, NY, offering skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.
Hospice care focuses on comfort near the end of life, while palliative care addresses comfort and symptom relief. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Memory care may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a secured, supervised setting.
Rehabilitation services and short term rehab support temporary recovery. Orthopedic Rehabilitation and Amputee Care address recovery after orthopedic conditions or adaptation following limb loss. The community has 300 beds and is 96% occupied, meaning most beds are in use.
Total nurse staffing is 2h 38m per resident per day, representing the nursing time allocated to each resident across the day. Somers Operating operates the community. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the family pays directly. A Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride, so residents who no longer drive generally need transportation for routine errands.
Charles T Sitrin Health Care Center provides nursing home, adult day care, assisted living, and skilled nursing care in New Hartford, NY. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Adult day care provides care during daytime hours without requiring a residential stay.
Respite care supports a short term stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. With assisted living, nursing home, and skilled nursing available through the same community, Charles T Sitrin Health Care Center may be a good fit for a resident whose care needs could increase over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community. The center has 187 beds and an occupancy rate of 97%, meaning most of its beds are in use.
Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 59 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Programs and services include Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation, Aquatic Therapy, the STARS Adaptive Sports Program, Dental Services, and Comprehensive Care for Veterans. Aquatic Therapy provides therapy in a water based setting, while the adaptive sports program supports participation in sports adapted to individual abilities. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and a Walk Score of 68 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently.
Overview of Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Beacon, NY, provides nursing home, home care, memory care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home care includes long term residential support, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
Home care supports assistance in the setting where a resident lives, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Subacute care and rehabilitation services support residents who need recovery focused care and help with regaining function, making memory care potentially suitable for someone with dementia who needs a secure, supervised setting.
The facility has 160 beds and is operated by Yertle Operations. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare is relevant to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid matters when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay allows direct payment.
Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 1 minute per resident per day, representing the recorded daily nurse staffing time available per resident. A 94 out of 100 Walk Score places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.
Overview of Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center sits at 50-15 Beach Channel Drive in Far Rockaway, a 200-bed facility owned by Cardiff Bay Care Center, LLC that’s been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1973. Occupancy runs at 89 percent, 178 of 200 beds filled.
The neighborhood is very walkable, Walk Score of 74, and Peninsula takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. An active resident and family council keeps residents and their families connected to how the facility runs, not just what happens in their own room.
Two named clinical programs anchor the care here: Cardiac Rehabilitation and Enteral Nutrition Therapy. Beyond the clinical side, there’s a beauty parlor and barber shop, religious services for all denominations, a family and friends transport program, and scheduled pet visitation, plus therapeutic recreation, trips, and organized entertainment rounding out daily life.
Staffing numbers give a real sense of daily care: total nursing time runs 2 hours and 50 minutes per resident, per day, with registered nurses handling 1 hour and 4 minutes of that. Inspections here have revolved around infection prevention and control and environmental and hazardous-materials safety.
All told, Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a long-running, large-scale facility built around structured clinical programs and a genuinely broad set of everyday amenities, backed by staffing numbers a family can actually evaluate.
Park Nursing Home in Queens, NY, is a nursing home that offers dementia care, hospice care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. The community’s supportive and welcoming environment helps older adults live comfortably in their later years. With 24-hour care, dietitian-approved meals, housekeeping, and laundry services, residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle. Along with an interdisciplinary team consisting of licensed therapists, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants, individualized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.
Fitness programs, social events, and recreational activities help enhance residents’ cognition and encourage them to live actively. Residents can also focus on their recovery, as top-notch amenities and spacious communal areas are available. Set by the beach, near a variety of dining options and public transportation, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home has exceptional services dedicated to older adults’ welfare, making it one of the best options for senior living in New York.
Overview of The Pines at Catskill Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
The Pines at Catskill Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation is a 136 bed nursing home in Catskill, NY, offering skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Round the clock skilled nursing provides licensed nursing support for residents with ongoing clinical needs, while memory care offers supervision for someone at risk of wandering.
Hospice care supports people nearing the end of life. Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Rehabilitation services are also available for residents recovering from illness or injury.
Total nurse staffing is 2 hours 58 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for eligible services and stays.
In house primary care and specialty physicians allow residents to receive those medical services at the community. A Walk Score of 79 places the area in the very walkable band, where most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.
Karen Coe serves as director, and Catskill Crossings operates the community. The range of nursing, memory, palliative, hospice, and respite services may suit a family seeking both ongoing clinical support and short term care options in one community.
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.
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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.
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.
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