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Our editorial team analyzed 521 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 TableNH (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.
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.
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.
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.
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: 55.5% 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 521 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Overview of Montgomery Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Montgomery Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Montgomery, New York, delivers round-the-clock skilled nursing care, long-term residential support, and short-term rehabilitation. Recovery programs assist individuals transitioning from hospital stays, while ongoing nursing services care for residents requiring extended clinical oversight.
Montgomery Operating Company manages the 100-bed facility. Direct nursing records show an average of 2 hours and 53 minutes of hands-on care provided per resident each day. Financial coverage options include Medicare for short-term rehabilitation, Medicaid for qualifying extended stays, and out-of-pocket private payment.
Prospective representatives looking into short-term rehab options or long-term nursing care can reach out to Montgomery Nursing and Rehabilitation Center to ask about room openings or arrange a campus visit.
Overview of Roscoe Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Roscoe Rehabilitation and Nursing Center provides nursing home care in Roscoe, NY, with skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Licensed nurses provide care on site around the clock for residents receiving skilled nursing, while hospice and palliative care focus on comfort. Respite care offers a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs temporary coverage.
The center has 85 beds and is operated by Roscoe Regional Healthcare. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 48 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing, short term rehabilitation, or temporary respite care.
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy support rehabilitation, including orthopedic and neurological recovery. Wound vac care, IV administration, pain management, nutrition management, podiatry, dental, and optometry services address additional clinical needs. Residents can also use a beauty salon on site, while community outings offer organized opportunities to leave the center.
Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Medicaid can help cover care when a resident’s savings may not cover a long stay. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence.
Overview of New York State Veterans Home at Montrose
New York State Veterans Home at Montrose is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Montrose, NY. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical care, while rehabilitation services support people working toward recovery or improved function. The home has 252 beds, so residents live within a larger community with a larger staffing operation. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 33 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.
The community opened in 2001 and serves eligible veterans and their dependents who need skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. It may be a fit for a veteran or dependent whose needs include ongoing nursing support. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help eligible residents whose savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay allows direct payment for care. The New York State Department of Health operates the community.
The Brook at High Falls provides nursing home care and skilled nursing in Rochester, NY. Skilled nursing gives residents access to licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
With 28 beds, the community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment options for eligible care costs; total nurse staffing is 3 hours 46 minutes per resident per day, representing daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident. AGA Operating operates the community.
Overview of Cayuga Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Cayuga Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home care, memory care, and skilled nursing in Ithaca, NY. Nursing home care gives residents ongoing nursing and daily support in a residential setting, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
Respite care is available for a short stay, which may suit a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The center has 144 beds and offers private and semiprivate rooms. A private room is a single resident’s space, while a semiprivate room is shared.
Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 54 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nurse time associated with an individual resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for care. Short term rehabilitation and rehabilitation services are available, allowing residents to receive rehabilitation care during a temporary stay at the center. A salon and spa support residents’ grooming and personal care needs, and pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet at the community. Cayuga Ridge operates the center.
Overview of Warren Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Warren Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Queensbury, NY, provides skilled nursing, long term nursing care, short term rehabilitation, and respite care. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care with 24 hour staffing, while short term rehabilitation provides rehabilitation services during a recovery period. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Together, these options may suit a resident whose needs change over time.
The community has 80 beds. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 55 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. A doctor is on staff, adding physician involvement to the care team.
Warren Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help with longer term care when savings do not cover the full stay, and private pay means the family pays directly.
Warren Operations Associates operates the community, and Jessica Hitchcock is the director. RehabStrong™ and the Nutrition Program are available, with meals planned by a registered dietician to accommodate most therapeutic dietary needs. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet during a stay.
Overview of East Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
East Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Bronx, NY, where residents receive ongoing nursing care and rehabilitation while living on site. With 200 beds, it may suit someone comfortable in a larger setting with many residents and staff. Its 97% occupancy means most beds are in use.
Private rooms give one resident a room, while semi-private rooms provide shared living space. Total nurse staffing is 3h 3m per resident per day, representing the total nursing time available for each resident across an average day. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public-benefit and direct-payment options.
A therapy gym provides a dedicated space for rehabilitation activities. An aviary, putting green, indoor and outdoor recreational areas, and an outdoor patio offer places for leisure, while recreation programs provide organized activities. Family council meetings give families a forum for participation, and pets are allowed for residents who want to bring an animal with them.
Seneca Health Care Center offers nursing home, adult day care, and memory care in West Seneca, NY. Nursing home care provides residential nursing support, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Adult day care provides care during the day without an overnight stay, and respite care offers a short term arrangement. The community may be a good fit for a family caregiver who needs coverage while traveling or recovering.
The home has 160 beds. Residents live alongside more people and staff, with usually more programming available in a setting of this size. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 45 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. As a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility, it provides licensed nursing care and rehabilitation within the care setting.
Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly.
Overview of Episcopal SeniorLife Communities – Episcopal Church Home
Episcopal SeniorLife Communities, Episcopal Church Home is a nursing home and memory care community in Rochester, New York. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing support for residents whose medical needs require more than help with daily tasks, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.
The home has 182 beds, with 4 hours and 52 minutes of nursing staff time allocated per resident each day. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, so families can use public coverage or personal funds for the stay. Church Home of the Protestant Episcopal Church operates the community.
Housing is provided in a one-bedroom apartment, giving a resident a separate bedroom within the living arrangement. A main-floor dining room offers shared dining space, and community areas give residents places to entertain family and friends. The Chapel of the Good Shepherd hosts Protestant Episcopal religious services, while discussion groups, games, live music, art classes, outings and health and wellness activities through the River Edge Neighborhood Program provide scheduled opportunities for group, creative and wellness activities.
Overview of Glen Island Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
Glen Island Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation is a nursing home in New Rochelle, NY, with licensed nursing care on site around the clock. That makes it potentially suitable for someone who needs ongoing clinical support. The home has 182 beds, a larger size associated with more residents, staff, and programming. Occupancy is 96%, so most beds are occupied at a given time.
Total nurse staffing is 2 hours 52 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time available for each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid can help families whose savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Rehabilitation services are also available to support recovery or maintain function during a resident’s care, and Ralex Services operates the 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:3.0/ 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:2.8/ 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:2.7/ 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 521 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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