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Best Nursing Homes in Rochester, NY

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Last updated
Jun 2026
We analyzed
12 homes in Rochester, NY

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and New York State Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.

12 facilities compared · CMS & NY Dept. of Health data

Edna Tina Wilson Living Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Rochester (Island Cottage Road)
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 160
Rank #412 / 748
98.4%
Facility 98.4%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #16 / 432
+11%
4.83
Facility 4.83
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #21 / 387
-56%+35%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 394
86
Facility 86
NY AVG 83
Rank #157 / 344
5
Facility 5
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #14 / 393
1.7
Facility 1.7
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #10 / 393
-118-
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 63
Rank #1144 / 1173
Sandra Loan
$17.7M
Facility $17.7M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #297 / 382
$11.3M
Facility $11.3M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #242 / 382
64.1%
Facility 64.1%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #44 / 382
335769
Jewish Home of Rochester
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Rochester (South Winton Road)
328
Facility 328
NY AVG 160
Rank #44 / 748
92.8%
Facility 92.8%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #198 / 432
+5%
5.25
Facility 5.25
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #12 / 387
-84%+47%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 394
85
Facility 85
NY AVG 83
Rank #164 / 344
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #6 / 393
1.5
Facility 1.5
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #5 / 393
-304-
8
Facility 8
NY AVG 63
Rank #1097 / 1173
Robert Baker
$59.5M
Facility $59.5M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #52 / 382
$41.6M
Facility $41.6M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #22 / 382
69.9%
Facility 69.9%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #21 / 382
335105
St. Ann’s Community
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Rochester (East Irondequoit)
376
Facility 376
NY AVG 160
Rank #31 / 748
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #45 / 432
+10%
4.61
Facility 4.61
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #30 / 387
-33%+29%
$55.5k
Facility $55.5k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #356 / 394
75
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #108 / 393
4.0
Facility 4.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #125 / 393
-369-
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 63
Rank #897 / 1173
Michelle Ashby
$110.1M
Facility $110.1M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #11 / 382
$52.2M
Facility $52.2M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #13 / 382
47.4%
Facility 47.4%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #211 / 382
335081
Friendly Home
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Rochester (City Of Rochester)
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 160
Rank #169 / 748
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #303 / 432
-2%
4.71
Facility 4.71
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #25 / 387
-89%+32%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 394
87
14
Facility 14
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #148 / 393
4.7
Facility 4.7
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #193 / 393
-171-
17
Facility 17
NY AVG 63
Rank #1046 / 1173
Christine Johnson
$34.2M
Facility $34.2M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #165 / 382
$19.1M
Facility $19.1M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #123 / 382
55.9%
Facility 55.9%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #97 / 382
335476
Park Place Southwest
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Rochester (Genesee Street)
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 160
Rank #412 / 748
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #45 / 432
+10%
3.85
Facility 3.85
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #95 / 387
-38%+8%
$12.9k
Facility $12.9k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #319 / 394
-
11
Facility 11
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #92 / 393
2.8
Facility 2.8
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #52 / 393
1116-
75
Facility 75
NY AVG 63
Rank #530 / 1173
Rachel Adonis
$15.9M
Facility $15.9M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #318 / 382
$11.9M
Facility $11.9M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #227 / 382
74.8%
Facility 74.8%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #11 / 382
335620
The Brook at High Falls
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Rochester (Group 14621)
28
Facility 28
NY AVG 160
Rank #737 / 748
32.1%
Facility 32.1%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #414 / 432
-64%
3.95
Facility 3.95
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #95 / 387
-64%+10%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 394
85
Facility 85
NY AVG 83
Rank #164 / 344
23
Facility 23
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #287 / 393
5.8
Facility 5.8
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #272 / 393
-9-
58
Facility 58
NY AVG 63
Rank #719 / 1173
Christina Oropeza
$4.4M
Facility $4.4M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #381 / 382
$2.6M
Facility $2.6M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #381 / 382
58.9%
Facility 58.9%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #72 / 382
335825
Monroe Community Hospital
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Rochester
566
Facility 566
NY AVG 160
Rank #8 / 748
71.2%
Facility 71.2%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #384 / 432
-19%
3.75
Facility 3.75
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #122 / 387
-38%+5%
$94.9k
Facility $94.9k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 394
77
9
Facility 9
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #55 / 393
2.3
Facility 2.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #29 / 393
3386-
36
Facility 36
NY AVG 63
Rank #906 / 1173
Alyssa Tallo
$162.0M
Facility $162.0M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #1 / 382
$54.6M
Facility $54.6M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #11 / 382
33.7%
Facility 33.7%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #361 / 382
335197
The Hurlbut
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Rochester
160
Facility 160
NY AVG 160
Rank #298 / 748
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #394 / 432
-29%
4.06
Facility 4.06
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #73 / 387
-70%+13%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 394
77
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #126 / 393
4.3
Facility 4.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #154 / 393
-114A+
44
Facility 44
NY AVG 63
Rank #839 / 1173
The Hurlbut, LLC (For Profit)
$21.0M
Facility $21.0M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #271 / 382
$8.4M
Facility $8.4M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #304 / 382
40.1%
Facility 40.1%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #306 / 382
335341
St. John‘s Home
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Rochester (Highland Park)
455
Facility 455
NY AVG 160
Rank #18 / 748
64.2%
Facility 64.2%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #392 / 432
-27%
3.90
Facility 3.90
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #95 / 387
-6%+9%
$141.0k
Facility $141.0k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #382 / 394
67
30
Facility 30
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #350 / 393
10.0
Facility 10.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #381 / 393
3331-
54
Facility 54
NY AVG 63
Rank #755 / 1173
St Johns Health Care Corporation
$57.9M
Facility $57.9M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #56 / 382
$30.9M
Facility $30.9M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #46 / 382
53.4%
Facility 53.4%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #119 / 382
335008
Blossom Health Care Center Inc
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Rochester
80
Facility 80
NY AVG 160
Rank #581 / 748
94.0%
Facility 94.0%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #164 / 432
+6%
2.90
Facility 2.90
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #285 / 387
-25%-19%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 394
70
38
Facility 38
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #370 / 393
9.5
Facility 9.5
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #377 / 393
-75-
36
Facility 36
NY AVG 63
Rank #906 / 1173
Gerald Wood
$9.0M
Facility $9.0M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #365 / 382
$4.9M
Facility $4.9M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #364 / 382
54.5%
Facility 54.5%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #108 / 382
335473
Lilac Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Rochester (Park Avenue)
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 160
Rank #169 / 748
58.8%
Facility 58.8%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #398 / 432
-33%
4.63
Facility 4.63
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #30 / 387
-39%+29%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 394
62
36
Facility 36
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #360 / 393
9.0
Facility 9.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #370 / 393
-121-
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 63
Rank #287 / 1173
Robert Maddamma
$13.0M
Facility $13.0M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #339 / 382
$9.1M
Facility $9.1M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #287 / 382
70.1%
Facility 70.1%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #20 / 382
335488
Rochester Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Rochester
124
Facility 124
NY AVG 160
Rank #400 / 748
96.0%
Facility 96.0%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #100 / 432
+9%
3.42
Facility 3.42
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #173 / 387
-45%-5%
$9.3k
Facility $9.3k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #309 / 394
68
25
Facility 25
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #314 / 393
6.3
Facility 6.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #297 / 393
1120-
10
Facility 10
NY AVG 63
Rank #1086 / 1173
Michael Gestetner
$18.4M
Facility $18.4M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #289 / 382
$9.2M
Facility $9.2M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #284 / 382
50.2%
Facility 50.2%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #164 / 382
335556
Overview of Rochester Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

A 124-bed nursing home in Rochester at 525 Beahan Road, Rochester Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing, focuses on short-term post-acute care and rehabilitation, with a typical stay of 84 days. Operator Michael Gestetner has configured the facility around four clinical programs: cardiac care, pain management, stroke care, and orthopedic rehabilitation. The center also offers respite care. Occupancy runs at 98%, the highest percentile locally, pointing to sustained demand.

Staffing for direct nursing is 3 hours 25 minutes per resident per day and trails the New York average by a small margin, and ranks in the middle tier statewide. This measure alone would not warrant concern, but the inspection and enforcement record paints a different operational picture. Since 2017, state regulators have conducted ten inspections and cited the facility for 29 violations, more than double the state average.

The most recent inspection in April 2024 found one deficiency involving parenteral fluid management. Six months earlier, in October 2023, inspectors identified 18 violations covering both clinical care and physical plant; ranging from activities of daily living assistance and medication labeling to electrical system maintenance, elevator safety, and building construction standards. Several were subsequently corrected.

More significantly, the facility carries eight enforcement actions on record, roughly five times the state average. These formal penalties indicate the state deemed violations serious enough to warrant intervention beyond standard citation. One critical-severity deficiency has been issued over the past five years. Federal penalties reached $9,000 in October 2023; no additional fines have been imposed in the two years since.

Resident and family complaints numbered 138 over nine years, 75% above the state baseline. Among these, 19 triggered formal complaint investigations. Two active lawsuits are currently proceeding: a negligence claim filed in 2026 and a medical malpractice case from 2021 (jury demand issued, discovery ongoing, next court date March 27, 2026). These cases remain unresolved.

On quality outcomes, the facility shows strength in preventing major falls, 0.0% incidence versus the state average of 3.0%, and maintains strong preventive care compliance for pneumococcal vaccination. However, long-stay resident mood outcomes are concerning: 27.6% report depressive symptoms, nearly 50% worse than state norms. Functional decline in self-care ability and walking capacity reflects the care challenges this population presents or the facility’s care management approach; both warrant direct discussion before admission.

Rochester Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is oriented toward families seeking short-term post-acute rehabilitation in Rochester.

Contact Rochester Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Overview of Lilac Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Located at 3 Upton Park in Rochester, Lilac Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center operates 200 beds within a very walkable Park Avenue neighborhood setting. The nonprofit Wesley Gardens Corporation runs the facility, which accommodates an even mix of insurance arrangements; Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents each represent roughly one-third of new admissions. Most stays average about 143 days, positioning the facility for post-acute rehabilitation transitions. Active resident governance through ongoing resident council meetings is standard practice.

Direct nursing staffing delivers 4 hours 38 minutes per resident per day, the highest ratio among facilities in this sample, and 33% above New York’s average. This staffing measure reflects meaningful commitment: 12 RNs, 39 LPNs, 69 CNAs, plus 7 clinical nurse specialists in supervisory roles. All-staff shifts average 8.2 hours, slightly above the state norm.

Across 21 inspections since 2015, the facility accumulated 55 citations, more than four times the state average. The June 2024 survey, the most comprehensive finding, identified 22 deficiencies across care delivery (ADL assistance, pain management, medication management), administrative compliance (care planning, nursing staffing documentation), and physical plant (construction standards). The August 2024 follow-up showed correction of most items. The August 2025 inspection recorded just one isolated violation regarding notification of resident condition changes; a marked tightening suggesting operational discipline.

Complaint volume climbed to 162 over ten years (more than double the state average), though 32 complaint investigations yielded unsubstantiated or quickly corrected findings. The facility has not incurred federal fines but did face a 73-day Medicare/Medicaid payment denial in June 2024. Six enforcement actions exceeded the state average, though none resulted in license suspension or closure.

Falls causing major injury run at 1.9%, below the state average. Depressive symptoms affect only 3.5% of residents compared to 18.1% statewide. However, incontinence prevalence at 37.0% among low-risk residents is 73% worse than the state, suggesting either care management challenges or population selection. Pneumococcal vaccination completion for short-stay patients stands at 43.9%, well below the 76.6% state benchmark.

Occupancy sits at 65%, roughly 23 percentage points below the state average. Yet recent inspection data show deficiency reduction, and nurse staffing remains among the state’s best.

Lilac Manor serves patients seeking intensive post-acute rehabilitation in a city-center location with above-average nursing hours. The recent regulatory improvement and strong staffing ratio must be weighed against the citation history, low occupancy, financial losses, and vaccine-compliance gaps.

Contact Lilac Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

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.

  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Rochester, NY

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New York?

Assisted living in New York 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 Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — New York 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 12 nursing homes in Rochester, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Rochester, NY?

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 Rochester, NY, 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 Rochester, NY?

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.