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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 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. 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.
River Ridge Living Center
NH
SNF
Amsterdam
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 192
Rank #279 / 429
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #272 / 388
0%
3.58
Facility 3.58
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #127 / 399
D- -52%0%
$3.4k
Facility $3.4k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #291 / 402
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #367 / 402
7.4
Facility 7.4
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #364 / 402
-109-
72
Facility 72
NY AVG 63
Rank #232 / 457
River Ridge Operating, LLC (For Profit)
$12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #320 / 387
$5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #335 / 387
46.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #263 / 386
335422
San Simeon by the Sound Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
NH
ADC
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Greenport
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 192
Rank #279 / 429
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #348 / 388
-12%
3.46
Facility 3.46
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #141 / 399
D- +73%-3%
$140.8k
Facility $140.8k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #385 / 402
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #167 / 402
5.3
Facility 5.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #261 / 402
496-
74
Facility 74
NY AVG 63
Rank #208 / 457
San Simeon By The Sound Center For Nursing & Rehabilitation (Not For Profit)
$15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #288 / 387
$10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #235 / 387
66.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 66.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #75 / 386
335274
Briarcliff Manor Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
NH
MC
SNF
Briarcliff Manor (Archville)
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 192
Rank #279 / 429
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #227 / 388
+3%
2.91
Facility 2.91
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #302 / 399
D+ -56%-19%
$97.3k
Facility $97.3k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #373 / 402
33
Facility 33
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #352 / 402
4.7
Facility 4.7
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #217 / 402
2112--Sapphire Hc LLC (For Profit)
$18.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #245 / 387
$8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #281 / 387
43.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 43.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #289 / 386
335005
Hudson Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH
MC
SNF
Albany (Town Of Colonie)
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 192
Rank #146 / 429
41.0%
Facility 41.0%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #380 / 388
-55%
3.22
Facility 3.22
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #215 / 399
C -35%-10%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
40
Facility 40
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #377 / 402
5.7
Facility 5.7
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #283 / 402
-82A+
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 63
Rank #363 / 457
Jbrnc, LLC (For Profit)
$15.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #284 / 387
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #260 / 387
56.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 56.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #140 / 386
335812
Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
NH
SNF
Syracuse (Northside)
440
Facility 440
NY AVG 192
Rank #20 / 429
56.4%
Facility 56.4%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #375 / 388
-38%
3.54
Facility 3.54
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #141 / 399
F -34%-1%
$699.6k
Facility $699.6k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #402 / 402
51
Facility 51
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #395 / 402
6.4
Facility 6.4
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #328 / 402
12248-
75
Facility 75
NY AVG 63
Rank #201 / 457
Clinton Square Operations, LLC (For Profit)
$33.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $33.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #116 / 387
$14.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #154 / 387
44%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #286 / 386
335338
Ocean Gardens Care Center
NH
SNF
Arverne
280
Facility 280
NY AVG 192
Rank #73 / 429
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #176 / 388
+5%
2.60
Facility 2.60
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #372 / 399
C +62%-27%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
35
Facility 35
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #360 / 402
4.4
Facility 4.4
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #198 / 402
1266-
79
Facility 79
NY AVG 63
Rank #173 / 457
Ocean Gardens Nursing Facility, Inc (For Profit)
$25.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $25.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #182 / 387
$11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #206 / 387
45.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #264 / 386
335738
Achieve Rehab and Nursing Facility
NH
SNF
Liberty
140
Facility 140
NY AVG 192
Rank #258 / 429
94.3%
Facility 94.3%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #195 / 388
+4%
3.09
Facility 3.09
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #251 / 399
C+ +1%-14%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
34
Facility 34
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #358 / 402
4.9
Facility 4.9
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #237 / 402
1132-
76
Facility 76
NY AVG 63
Rank #194 / 457
Wmop, LLC (For Profit)
$18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #251 / 387
$9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #250 / 387
50.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #202 / 386
335449
Wells Nursing Home Inc
NH
ADC
HOS
PC
SNF
Johnstown
100
Facility 100
NY AVG 192
Rank #334 / 429
96.0%
Facility 96.0%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #143 / 388
+6%
3.35
Facility 3.35
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #166 / 399
C+ -34%-6%
$8.5k
Facility $8.5k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #302 / 402
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #167 / 402
4.0
Facility 4.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #151 / 402
296-
72
Facility 72
NY AVG 63
Rank #232 / 457
Wells Nursing Home Inc (Not For Profit)
$6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #376 / 387
$7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #298 / 387
111.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 111.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #7 / 386
335314
Lilac Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH
SNF
Park Rochester
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 192
Rank #146 / 429
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #371 / 388
-28%
4.03
Facility 4.03
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #70 / 399
C- -39%+13%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #367 / 402
7.4
Facility 7.4
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #364 / 402
-130-
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 63
Rank #77 / 457
Wesley Gardens Corporation (Not For Profit)
$12.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #328 / 387
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #253 / 387
74.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 74.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #34 / 386
335488
Willow Point Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH
MC
SNF
Vestal
300
Facility 300
NY AVG 192
Rank #59 / 429
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #319 / 388
-4%
4.31
Facility 4.31
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #49 / 399
C -41%+20%
$166.4k
Facility $166.4k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #390 / 402
26
Facility 26
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #306 / 402
5.2
Facility 5.2
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #256 / 402
2261-
64
Facility 64
NY AVG 63
Rank #263 / 457
County Of Broome (Public)
$28.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $28.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #161 / 387
$16.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $16.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #129 / 387
55.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 55.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #157 / 386
335291

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Overview of River Ridge Living Center

River Ridge Living Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Amsterdam, NY. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and the community also offers long term care and short term rehabilitation. Orthopedic, cardiac, and pulmonary rehabilitation services can support residents recovering in those areas, making River Ridge Living Center a potential fit for someone who needs skilled nursing or focused rehabilitation.

The community has 120 beds, with private and semi private accommodations. A private room gives one resident an individual living space, while a semi private room is shared with another resident. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 35 minutes per resident per day, representing the documented daily nurse time assigned per resident.

Payment options include Medicare for eligible short term skilled care, Medicaid for eligible covered services, and private pay. Rehabilitation services are available on site, so residents receiving orthopedic, cardiac, pulmonary, or subacute rehabilitation can receive that care within the community. Transportation is provided to outpatient dialysis centers, giving residents who receive dialysis a way to reach those appointments.

Landscaped gardens, an outdoor patio and gazebo, and an indoor garden room provide designated spaces for outdoor or garden room activities. A beautician and barber offer personal grooming services on site. Trips and outings, stimulating recreation activities, and spiritual and religious programs are part of the activity offerings. River Ridge Operating runs the community.

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Overview of San Simeon by the Sound Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation

San Simeon by the Sound Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation provides nursing home, adult day care, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Greenport, NY. Nursing home and skilled nursing services support residents who need ongoing licensed nursing care, while memory care provides a supervised setting for people living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Adult day care provides care during the day without a residential stay, and hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and support for serious or end-of-life needs.

The community offers long-term care and short-term post-acute rehabilitation, with rehabilitation services available for recovery after an illness, injury, or hospital stay. A total of 120 beds supports both ongoing nursing care and temporary rehabilitation placements. The 80% occupancy rate reflects the portion of beds occupied at the time measured, so availability can change as residents move in or out.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 28 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care. A Walk Score of 74 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Briarcliff Manor Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing

Located in a tranquil setting, Briarcliff Manor Center stands out as a beacon of exceptional care. Their outstanding subacute rehab program and specialized Alzheimer’s care create an unparalleled experience for senior residents. This community prides itself on fostering an environment that boasts the finest clinical accommodations, where the success of the approach is measured by positive experiences.
Briarcliff Manor prioritizes compassionate care. The dynamic staff continuously enhances every senior’s experience, offering rehabilitation through proficient professionals and cutting-edge rehab technology. They provide a range of enriching amenities, including spacious well-appointed rooms, complimentary WiFi, cable, and Smart TVs, bilingual staff, restaurant-style dining, nutritional programs, a Registered Dietitian, and so much more. At Briarcliff Manor Center, they go beyond care – creating an environment where recovery is accompanied by comfort, support, and a sense of well-being.

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Overview of Hudson Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

With a 200-bed capacity, Hudson Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center provides nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing in Albany, NY. Residents receive care from a doctor and licensed nurses on-site, ensuring around-the-clock access to care. Through rehabilitation services, residents have access to recovery support that may help improve their mobility. The community also accommodates those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia with specialized care.

Currently, 82 beds are in use, indicating a 41% occupancy. Moreover, private rooms and semi-private rooms are offered. Residents also receive a total of 3 hours and 13 minutes of nursing care per day.

This pet-friendly community also allows access to a salon or spa, attending religious services, following special diets, and taking part in a pet therapy program. Secure facilities are also available for residents who need that setting. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public and private payment routes for eligible care.

A Walk Score of 37 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. That may matter to a resident who wants to leave the community independently for routine errands.

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Overview of Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Syracuse is a community dedicated to embracing the journey of graceful aging. This center boasts cutting-edge rehabilitation technology and a team of highly skilled therapists, ensuring residents receive top-notch nursing home care that caters to their holistic growth. Committed to providing a nurturing environment, Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center thrives with a devoted care staff, including hands-on caregivers and clinical specialists, all aligned with stringent nursing home qualifications.

The integration of the latest EMR and charting technologies reflects the center’s dedication to state-of-the-art solutions. Comfortable accommodations and refined amenities complement residents’ quality of life. Security and limited phone service create a tranquil setting, and private rooms equipped with TV and Wi-Fi offer both privacy and connectivity. Dining takes on a new dimension, offering stylish and comfortable settings. Transportation services and beautician services contribute to the comprehensive nursing home care offered by Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, making it a distinguished destination where residents can age gracefully while benefiting from the highest standards of care and comfort.

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Overview of Ocean Gardens Care Center

Ocean Gardens Care Center in Arverne, NY holds a license for skilled nursing beside nursing care. A license sets a floor that does not move with size, so licensed nursing stays present around the clock. Someone needing that level of clinical support without a break is who the place is for.

Ocean Gardens Nursing Facility operates the center. Two hundred eighty beds make a large building, and 95 percent of those are spoken for. Medicare pays for short skilled weeks once a hospital discharges someone, and Medicaid and private funds make up the other two routes.

Two hours and 36 minutes of nursing reach a resident in a day. A patio gives residents outdoor access, a hair salon covers grooming, and a computer room sets aside a place to use one. A supervised smoking room is a rare thing to find on a nursing home amenity list, and this one has it.

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Overview of Achieve Rehab and Nursing Facility

Achieve Rehab and Nursing Facility is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Liberty, NY. Licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock, while rehabilitation services include speech and language therapy, gait training, and training after surgery. The combination may suit someone recovering from surgery or needing ongoing nursing care alongside rehabilitation.

The facility has 140 beds and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Families therefore have several listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 6 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Additional rehabilitation programming includes fall prevention, pain management, individualized exercise programs, prosthetic training, neuromuscular re-education, and activities of daily living management training. Together, these services address mobility, pain, communication, and the practical skills involved in everyday tasks within the facility’s care setting.

Meals are presented as social and sensory events, giving residents a regular opportunity for dining and interaction. Ryan Wood serves as director, and WMOP operates Achieve Rehab and Nursing Facility.

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Overview of Wells Nursing Home

Wells Nursing Home is in Johnstown, NY, and offers skilled nursing, adult day care, hospice care, and palliative care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock, while adult day care serves people who need support during the day without staying overnight. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort, so the range of services may suit someone seeking skilled nursing with access to comfort focused care.

The home has 100 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 21 minutes per resident each day, which represents the amount of nursing care time assigned to each resident across a full day. Families can use Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay to cover care.

Rehabilitation services and speech therapy are available through the home, allowing residents to receive therapy as part of the facility’s services. Radiology, laboratory services, podiatry, dental care, optometry, wound care and wound vac treatment, IV therapy, and scheduled and emergency medical care cover a range of clinical needs without requiring each service to be arranged separately. A salon and spa are available for personal grooming.

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Overview of Lilac Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Lilac Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Rochester, NY. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while rehabilitation services support recovery during a resident’s stay.

With 200 beds, the community has a larger setting with more residents and staff, along with usually more programming. Lilac Manor may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing care alongside rehabilitation. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care costs. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 2 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident; Wesley Gardens operates the center.

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Overview of Willow Point Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Willow Point Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a nursing home in Vestal, NY, providing memory care and skilled nursing. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The community also provides nursing care for residents who need ongoing clinical support.

Willow Point Rehabilitation and Nursing Center opened in 1969 and has 300 beds, placing it among larger communities with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Total nurse staffing is 4h 18m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services are available, supporting residents receiving short-term care during a recovery-focused stay.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several ways to cover eligible care. The community is operated by County of Broome (Public). A walk score of 64 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some nearby errands independently. Willow Point Rehabilitation and Nursing Center may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care’s secured supervision alongside licensed nursing support.

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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.

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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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
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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.