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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 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. 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.
Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing-
NH
SNF
Syracuse (West Seneca Turnpike)
513
Facility 513
NY AVG 185
Rank #9 / 422
C-
69.8%
Facility 69.8%
NY AVG 91.6%
Rank #361 / 378
-24%
4.96
Facility 4.96
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #18 / 395
----49%+39%
$783.3k
Facility $783.3k
NY AVG $77.8k
Rank #397 / 397
87
Facility 87
NY AVG 20.3
Rank #397 / 397
7.9
Facility 7.9
NY AVG 4.8
Rank #363 / 397
16358A+
8
Facility 8
NY AVG 64
Rank #427 / 450
Vdrnc, LLC (For Profit)
$40.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $40.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $28.8M
Rank #79 / 382
$21.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.0M
Rank #63 / 382
52.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.5%
Rank #175 / 381
335184
Grand Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center-
NH
SNF
Bronx (Clason Point)
240
Facility 240
NY AVG 185
Rank #95 / 422
F
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NY AVG 91.6%
Rank #343 / 378
-13%
3.59
Facility 3.59
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #126 / 395
---+58%0%
$563.2k
Facility $563.2k
NY AVG $77.8k
Rank #395 / 397
64
Facility 64
NY AVG 20.3
Rank #393 / 397
7.1
Facility 7.1
NY AVG 4.8
Rank #337 / 397
9192-
74
Facility 74
NY AVG 64
Rank #206 / 450
Grand Manor Health Related Facility Inc (For Profit)
$20.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $28.8M
Rank #223 / 382
$10.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.0M
Rank #220 / 382
52.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.5%
Rank #184 / 381
335744
Elizabeth Seton Children’s Center-
NH
PC
South Yonkers
169
Facility 169
NY AVG 185
Rank #205 / 422
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100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NY AVG 91.6%
Rank #1 / 378
+9%----------169-
44
Facility 44
NY AVG 64
Rank #335 / 450
Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center (Not For Profit)---335872

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Overview of Hempstead Park Nursing Home

Licensed for respite care, memory care, palliative care, hospice care, the nursing home level, and skilled nursing. Hempstead Park Nursing Home operates in Hempstead, NY. The clinical side runs under skilled nursing, which is where licensed nursing work belongs. Memory care means a secure area with staff keeping watch over anyone whose dementia carries that risk.

Hospice care turns to comfort as life nears its end. Palliative care attends to comfort and symptom relief while a serious illness is still being treated. Respite is the short stretch a primary caregiver’s travel or recovery calls for.

Short-Term Rehab gives recovery work somewhere to happen, and Long-Term Rehab and Specialty Programs are named beside it. Two hundred and fifty-one beds make this a large-scale building, which usually brings a bigger population, a bigger staff, and a wider programme.

Medicare, Medicaid, and paying privately are all accepted, and the route that fits depends on eligibility and on a household’s own means. Sunshine Care Corp operates the home. Somebody wanting nursing oversight, memory support, therapy, or a temporary stay has all four here, and the Walk Score of 73 means the area is highly walkable.

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RiverSpring Living

5901 Palisade Ave, Bronx, NY 10471
Overview of RiverSpring Living

Located in Riverdale, New York, RiverSpring Living is dedicated to helping older adults live full lives. For over 100 years, RiverSpring has been committed to healthy aging and the highest quality of life through innovative programs and services, and provide a full range of care solutions, including the nationally recognized Hebrew Home at Riverdale, managed long-term care, assisted living, senior housing, home care, care management, rehabilitation services, and specialized services such as elder justice and memory care.  Currently, the organization empowers over 18,000 patients, residents, and members every day, either on the 32-acre pet-friendly campus along the Hudson River or in the community. The campus offers a vibrant and engaging senior living experience, with nature views, a museum and outdoor art collection, fresh dining, a fitness center, a heated pool, a bistro serving Starbucks coffee and local baked goods, and 24/7 gated security.

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Overview of Gurwin Jewish – Fay J. Lindner Residences

Gurwin’s Assisted Living on Long Island aims for an elegant, independent lifestyle with added support. Their assisted living community fosters personalized relationships, creating a social, engaging, and supportive environment. Residents enjoy enriched lives through friendships, fine dining, and various activities.

As part of the Gurwin Healthcare System’s Life Plan Community, residents have priority access to additional assisted living levels of care, ensuring comprehensive support for Long Island’s older adults. The residences within the community offer worry-free living with well-equipped apartments, weekly housekeeping, linen services, and 24-hour security. Transportation services and an onsite beauty salon and barber shop add convenience and luxury, anticipating and meeting residents’ diverse needs for a harmonious and comfortable living experience.

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Overview of Laurelwood at the Highlands

Located in Pittsford, NY, Laurelwood at the Highlands offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care, including skilled nursing, within a 75-bed setting. Licensed nurses and CNAs are also available on-site to provide continuous support. Moreover, recovery support is provided through rehabilitation services to help improve residents’ ability to function.

With Andy Trepanier as director, the community has two restaurants that provide dining venues on-site. Meanwhile, with a Walk Score of 64, the area is somewhat walkable, so a resident who no longer drives can complete some errands independently.

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Overview of Albany County Nursing Home

Shaker Place Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, formerly known, Albany County Nursing Home, is an extraordinary senior living community offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, memory care, and long-term care. Committed to improving seniors’ quality of life, the community strives to meet seniors’ needs and aspirations with top-tier care and assistance. Let go of worries with a respectful and well-trained team available 24/7 to ensure seniors are well-cared for.

Utilizing a holistic approach to care, residents can rest assured of their lives to the fullest. The community serves delicious and nutritious meals to meet dietary needs and tastes for the finest dining experience. Shaker Place Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a safe place for seniors to reside while recuperating with its incredible amenities and comprehensive care.

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Maplewood Commons

1015 Saw Mill River Road, Ardsley, NY 10502
Overview of Maplewood Commons

From one address in Ardsley, NY, Maplewood Commons runs independent living, memory care, nursing home care, assisted living, and skilled nursing.

Ongoing clinical support is what the nursing home and skilled nursing designations refer to. Where assisted living applies, staff take a share of bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living carries the services and stops short of the care.

Memory care means supervision inside a secured space, where wandering is the risk. Because five levels are named on one license, a move up is a move within the same community. Respite is the booking a family makes around the days its caregiver cannot cover.

Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation is a named program here, so recovery work runs alongside the nursing. There are 80 beds, pets are allowed, and ATR New York LH, Inc. operates the place.

The Walk Score is 73, which is very walkable, and most errands can be walked to.

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Overview of The Pavilion Assisted Living at Pine Valley

The Pavilion Assisted Living at Pine Valley in Spring Valley, NY, provides assisted living, hospice care, respite care, and nursing home and skilled nursing care. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care addresses end of life needs, and respite care offers a short term stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs time away.

The 56 bed community occupies a three story building. Private rooms give residents a room of their own, while semi private rooms accommodate people who share a room. With several care types available, The Pavilion Assisted Living at Pine Valley may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community. The community is operated by Tppv.

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Overview of The Pavilion at Vestal

With a 40-bed capacity, The Pavilion at Vestal in Vestal, NY offers memory care, nursing home care, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community has a secure environment that can accommodate those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Licensed nurses and CNAs, along with 24-hour staffing, are also available on-site, ensuring residents have access to services as needed.

The community has single rooms, deluxe suites, and double suites. Moreover, rehabilitation services, including short-term rehab, support residents who need recovery assistance. Temporary stays are also available to provide relief for families whose primary caregiver needs time away.

Housekeeping and laundry services help with residents’ household tasks. Additionally, transportation services take residents to medical appointments, so those visits do not require a separately arranged ride. Pet therapy also allows residents to interact with animals as part of their activities. With a Walk Score of 64, the area is somewhat walkable, so residents can complete some errands on foot.

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Overview of Hudson Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Hudson Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing offers nursing home care, memory care, respite options, and skilled nursing services in Yonkers, New York. Dedicated dementia care utilizes supervised surroundings to protect residents who may wander, while respite stays give regular family caregivers temporary relief. Short-term rehabilitation programs focus on individuals recovering from recent hospital stays, injuries, or illnesses.

Hudson View Care Center operates the 315-bed location under director Danny Spieser. Specialized clinical offerings feature a Diabetes Program and Genetic Drug Matching and Testing to support targeted medication regimens and health management. Spanish-language programming accommodates native speakers, while community spaces include social lounges, an outdoor courtyard, a daily recreation schedule, and a salon.

Financial coverage includes Medicare for qualified short-term care, and a 44 walk score reflects a location where most errands require automobile transportation.

Older adults exploring long-term nursing support or short-term rehab can reach out to Hudson Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing to discuss unit availability, evaluate payment programs, or schedule a tour.

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Overview of Clove Lakes Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Welcome to Clove Lakes Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, nestled in Staten Island, NY, where exceptional care and dynamic living converge. Offering a wide range of services, including short-term rehab, long-term care, memory care, a pulmonary program, and a diabetes program, Clove Lakes is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of every resident. Specializing in compassionate memory care, it provides tailored support for individuals with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other cognitive impairments, ensuring a nurturing and secure environment.

Residents can choose from beautifully appointed accommodations, designed for comfort and individuality, and enjoy a range of amenities such as three delicious, healthy meals daily, housekeeping, and engaging social programs. From arts and crafts and music therapy to interactive technology and intergenerational programs, every day at Clove Lakes is filled with enriching activities and joyful experiences. Here, every moment is crafted to inspire, uplift, and celebrate life.

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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
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

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: 3.0/ 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.
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 471 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.