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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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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
Bronxcare Special Care Center is a nursing home in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing support for residents who need clinical assistance and daily care in a residential setting. The home has 240 beds. Most are currently in use, with occupancy at 95%.
Total nurse staffing is 3h 27m per resident per day, covering the nursing and care time assigned to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Eligibility and financial arrangements determine which option can cover a resident’s care.
Kingsway Arms Nursing Center offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, home care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Schenectady, NY. Skilled nursing has licensed nurses on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with bathing, dressing, medication management, and other daily tasks. Memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering; independent living supports private living without daily care, home care supports a person in their own home, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, with services extending from independent living through skilled nursing and memory care. Kingsway Arms Nursing Center has 160 beds, so it accommodates a larger resident population than a smaller home. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 31 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse staffing time assigned per resident.
Residents can choose among nine dining settings, including Monarch Dining Room, Kingsway Village Café, and Gatherings Bistro, with options ranging from casual to gourmet and chef prepared dining. A salon and spa provides salon services within the community, and rehabilitation services provide therapy as part of the care available. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet with them. Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly for services. A Walk Score of 35 places the community in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, and transportation is available for local medical appointments and shopping.
Overview of Sea Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Sea Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and palliative care in Brooklyn, NY. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief. The combination of nursing, comfort focused support, and rehabilitation may suit a resident who needs ongoing clinical care while recovering or receiving palliative support.
With 305 beds, this is a larger setting. It has more residents and staff, and usually more programming, than a smaller community. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours 48 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare may apply to eligible short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay is an out of pocket option. Physical therapy, occupational therapy, short term rehabilitation, and cardiac rehabilitation provide several therapy services through the center, while the beauty parlor and barber shop support on site grooming. Religious services for all denominations provide worship opportunities across faith traditions, transportation is available, and Sea Crest Acquisition 1 operates the community.
Overview of Daughters of Sarah Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Daughters of Sarah is a tightly-knit nursing home that aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors. The community understands that aging can be daunting, much more so with a disability or condition. The not-for-profit health center offers exceptional care delivered by its patient-friendly staff, which is an approach to providing the best care possible for its residents. The Daughters of Sarah make it a point to promote independence and individuality in a nurturing environment.
The team of dedicated professionals gives residents full attention and comprehensive services, such as stimulating activities, specialized programs, ADLs, and therapy services.
Overview of Glen Cove Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
Glen Cove Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Glen Cove, NY. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are on site around the clock, making the home a potential fit for someone who needs nursing care after surgery or while reconditioning. The home has 154 beds.
Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 22 minutes per resident each day, which represents the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the resident or family pays directly. Rehabilitation includes postsurgical rehabilitation and reconditioning, with Cardiac & Pulmonary, COVID Rehab, and Rehab Fit programs for residents working on recovery and physical function; Forest Manor Care Center operates the community.
Andrus on Hudson provides nursing home, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing on site around the clock. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Hospice supports end-of-life care, palliative care focuses on comfort during serious illness, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The range of care can suit a resident whose needs change over time, including someone who may need a short respite stay or later skilled nursing. Andrus on Hudson has 197 beds. It is a larger community, with more residents, staff, and programming. The community opened in 1953.
Post-hospital care supports recovery after a hospital stay, while complex care addresses more involved medical needs. Rehabilitation services support recovery, and short term rehabilitation is structured for a limited stay rather than ongoing residence. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 31 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. John E. Andrus Memorial operates Andrus on Hudson. A Walk Score of 80 out of 100 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.
Conveniently located in Plainview, NY, Central Island Healthcare offers exceptional care for those in need of short-term rehabilitation, specialized therapies, and long-term care services. The dedicated team creates individualized care strategies to support each resident’s path to recovery, with a focus on returning residents to their previous levels of activity. Accommodations are available in comfortable semi-private rooms, ensuring comfort and personal space.
Dedicated to helping its residents continue living life to the fullest extent possible while maintaining their independence and peace of mind, the community offers a variety of amenities and services including fine dining, satellite TV, and private telephone services in their rooms, along with free Wi-Fi and access to on-site beauty parlor services. Central Island Healthcare ensures that every resident feels supported, whether recovering from surgery or enjoying long-term care in a compassionate and welcoming environment.
Overview of Caton Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Caton Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, along with hospice and palliative care, in Brooklyn, NY. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice care supports comfort-focused care at the end of life and palliative care addresses comfort and symptom relief during serious illness. The combination of these services may suit a resident whose needs range from recovery support to comfort-focused care, including someone in the Flatbush neighborhood.
The community offers short-term rehabilitation through licensed physical, occupational and speech therapists, giving residents access to these therapy disciplines during a recovery stay. Wound care, intravenous therapy and enteral feedings are also available for residents whose treatment plans include those services.
Caton Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has 119 beds. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 35 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time per resident. Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare and private pay; Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while customized meals are prepared under registered dietician supervision and a salon or spa is available for personal grooming.
Overview of King David Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
King David Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is where quality care and luxurious accommodations meet. This state-of-the-art facility is not only cutting-edge but also exudes elegance and sophistication. One of the standout features of this home is its sun-drenched, expansive layout, which creates an airy and open atmosphere for its residents. The medical staff is made up of specialists, nurses, therapists, dietitians, and recreational staff, all committed to providing five-star quality care to their patients.
The facility has short-term and long-term care options, including skilled nursing and memory care. Additionally, they specialize in cardiac, orthopedic, and neurological rehabilitation, and even incorporate robotics and technology into their treatment plans. For those who require bilingual assistance, King David Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation also has both English and Chinese-speaking staff. What’s more, they have a personal concierge, housekeeping, and laundry services, a salon, a fitness center, and internet access for all residents. Overall, King David Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation feels more like a peaceful retreat than a healthcare facility.
Crouse Community Center is a nursing home in Morrisville, NY, offering adult day care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing support for residents who need ongoing clinical care, while palliative care focuses on comfort.
Adult day care offers daytime support for people who live elsewhere, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away or recovery. The center also provides short term rehabilitation, including care after hospitalization, so a resident can receive recovery focused services before returning home or moving to another care setting.
Outpatient therapy allows people to receive rehabilitation without an overnight stay, while the Adult Day Health program extends daytime health services to participants who do not live at the center. These options may suit someone needing skilled nursing or rehabilitation after hospitalization, or a family seeking respite or adult day care.
Crouse Community Center opened in 1991 and has 120 beds. Its 96% occupancy means nearly all beds are in use, which may limit immediate bed availability.
Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 10 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident. Payment options are Medicare and private pay; Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the family pays directly.
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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