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Our editorial team analyzed 25 nursing homes in Westchester County, NY using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in NY
We analyzedThese are the facilities in Westchester County, NY our team has analyzed — not a count of every nursing home provider in Westchester County, NY.
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Avg Overall CMS Rating:3.4/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Westchester County, NY. 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:3.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Westchester County, NY. 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 Westchester County, NY. 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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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.
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.
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: each nursing home is ranked against every NY nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 25 analyzed for Westchester County. See how we rank facilities
Create unforgettable moments with United Hebrew of New Rochelle, a blissful community set in the peaceful neighborhood of New Rochelle, NY, that focuses on memory care. Here, residents receive top-tier care and support tailored to their unique needs from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. There’s no need to worry about day-to-day activities with the community taking care of the housekeeping and other responsibilities.
To enhance residents’ cognition, the community also conducts stimulating activities and engaging programs tailored to their enjoyment and well-being. Mealtimes foster comfort while meeting dietary needs, ensuring a delightful dining experience with diverse dining options. The community is an enticing option for residents with memory-related needs to live their lives to the fullest despite their conditions.
Overview of North Westchester Restorative Therapy and Nursing Center
North Westchester Restorative Therapy and Nursing Center is an esteemed community located in the thriving residential area of Lexington Avenue, Mohegan Lake, NY, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Here, residents receive the highest quality of care and assistance from a responsible and highly trained team that attends to their needs around the clock. The community utilizes a holistic approach to care, especially for residents’ neurological and cardiopulmonary needs.
Aside from their healthcare needs, the community strives to keep residents active and socially engaged through a full calendar of fun activities and stimulating programs. Promoting a stress-free and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents are not only well-cared for but also comfortable and happy. Amenities include a beauty parlor, a concierge, and beautifully designed waterfalls, alongside state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment, making the community an enticing option for those who need supplementary care in their later years.
Cortlandt Manor sits in the northern stretch of Westchester County, about as far from urban density as the county gets. Cortlandt Healthcare is there at 110 Oregon Road, and the Walk Score of 2 makes the geography plain: you need a car to get anywhere.
The facility itself is a 120-bed nursing home, currently 95 percent full with 114 beds occupied. The average stay runs 113 days, which puts it solidly in the middle ground between a quick post-surgical rehab stay and a longer-term placement. Rehabilitation services, respite care, and short-term rehab are the confirmed clinical programs. Specialty tracks include Amputee Care, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, True2Life, and Urban Zen. Concierge services are also listed.
Fine dining, room service, coffee and snacks available throughout the day, and an on-site beauty salon are all confirmed. For a skilled nursing facility, that is a more developed hospitality offering than most.
Nursing staffing totals 2 hours and 42 minutes per resident per day. Registered nurses account for 28 minutes, LPNs 52 minutes, and nurse aides 2 hours and 2 minutes. State oversight is handled by New York’s Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care. Inspections here have tended to focus on medication management, infection prevention and control, fire-safety systems, and emergency preparedness.
Cortlandt Healthcare accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Operated by Cortlandt Operations, LLC, this is a rural Westchester nursing home with a specialty rehabilitation program and a noticeably elevated amenity profile, a combination that makes most sense for residents who prioritize on-site services and are not dependent on walkable surroundings.
Overview of Sunshine Children’s Home and Rehab Center
Sunshine Children’s Home and Rehab Center is a licensed nursing facility specializing in the care and treatment of medically complex children who require post-acute rehabilitative care. The facility is committed to providing a loving and supportive environment that promotes dignity, compassion, and respect. It offers a range of medical and therapeutic services tailored to meet the unique needs of each child.
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.
Operated by the Evangelical Lutheran Church, The Wartburg Home is a nursing facility in Mount Vernon, New York, with 210 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families multiple ways to arrange care. Residents stay an average of 79 days, including short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term nursing care.
Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 40 minutes per resident daily. The facility offers rehabilitation services, respite care, 24-hour staffing, and an adult day program. These services offer families the flexibility to select the appropriate level of support and care for their loved one.
The Wartburg Home has a wide range of programs beyond traditional nursing care. Specialized services include hospice and palliative care for residents with advanced health needs. The community also provides wellness programs, creative aging activities, lifelong learning opportunities, and intergenerational programs. Advanced life planning support and affordable senior living initiatives further expand the services available to residents and families.
The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 31. Some destinations are within walking distance, but most trips require transportation. Still, the home is reasonably accessible for visiting family members.
State inspections have focused on areas such as respiratory care, medication security, food safety, and equipment maintenance. The facility has
Overview of Salem Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Receive the highest quality of care with Salem Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare, a distinguished community set in the serene setting of Purdys, NY, offering long-term care, post-acute rehabilitation, and nursing services. Prioritizing residents’ well-being, the community provides exceptional care and assistance tailored to their needs to ensure comfort and safety. As a Medicare-certified community, residents experience the highest quality of care while staying on a budget.
Residents are not only well-cared for but are also happy and socially engaged, with the community’s variety of fun recreational activities and entertainment options. To keep residents healthy, meals are carefully curated by dietitians to meet dietary needs and preferences. Pain management, respite care, and social work services are also available to ensure a maintenance-free living. The community is ideal for those looking to recover from a condition and receive supplementary care to enhance their living conditions, especially with its comprehensive care and extensive amenities.
Overview of Sky View Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
SKY View Rehabilitation and Health Care Center is a 192-bed nursing home in Croton-on-Hudson, Westchester County. It is located at 1280 Albany Post Road. Because it has a low Walk Score of 41, you should plan to use a car if you visit often. Driving is the most common way to reach this facility.
Right now, 175 beds are in use, which means 91 percent of the rooms are full. Most people stay for about 112 days. This length of time shows that patients often need more recovery than a short hospital stay but less than permanent care. The center focuses on healing wounds and helping people move better after bone surgery.
Each person living there gets about 2 hours and 50 minutes of nursing care every day. In this time, registered nurses help for 33 minutes, and LPNs help for 45 minutes. Nurse aides provide the most care, spending 1 hour and 51 minutes with each resident during the day to help them with their needs.
The New York Department of Health checks this building to make sure it is safe. When they visit, they look at how the home keeps records and if the food and cleaning are good. These inspections help ensure the facility follows rules for health and safety to protect every person who stays there.
SKY View takes private money, Medicare, and Medicaid. It is not common for nearby homes to take all three. This helps families find a way to pay for long-term stays. The center is a good choice for people who need nursing help for a few months after leaving the hospital, especially if they are healing from surgery.
Operated under Leonard Russ’ ownership, Bayberry Nursing Home is a 60-bed SNF at 40 Keogh Lane in New Rochelle, New York. Operating at 80 percent occupancy, it serves individuals requiring skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, and specialized medical support. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are welcome, providing residents with flexible options to cover care costs.
The facility maintains robust staffing support, with a total nursing presence averaging 3 hours 53 minutes per resident daily. This comprises registered nurse coverage of 55 minutes per day, nursing aide support of 2 hours 27 minutes per day, and licensed practical nurse availability. The combination reflects a commitment to attentive care and supervision all day. Bayberry Nursing Home offers rehabilitation services and respite care, making it a fitting choice for occupants recovering from surgery or acute illness, plus families seeking temporary care arrangements. The home provides 24-hour staffing and maintains a religious services program. The average stay length is 254 days, indicating a mix of residents in short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care. The home is in an average walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 69, allowing visitors some ability to run nearby errands on foot while keeping the setting relatively residential.
State inspections have noted themes around fire safety, infection control, respiratory care protocols, food safety practices, and antibiotic stewardship. During follow-up reviews, all identified concerns have been corrected.
Sprain Brook Manor Rehab has served Scarsdale, New York, since 1972, delivering nursing home care, skilled nursing, memory care, and respite services. Structured recovery programs take place in a modern rehabilitation gym on-site, assisting individuals recovering from strokes, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, and cardiopulmonary or neurological conditions. Dedicated memory care units offer structured supervision tailored to residents living with Alzheimer’s or dementia.
Housing options at this 121-bed center include private and semi-private rooms under the leadership of director Ben Kahan. Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 15 minutes per resident. Dietary offerings accommodate kosher, vegetarian, and vegan meal plans, while campus life features fitness classes, visiting entertainers, and holiday celebrations.
Interested residents and their families can reach out to Sprain Brook Manor Rehab to tour the facility, verify room availability, or review payment options including Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Westchester County, 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 25 nursing homes in Westchester County, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Westchester County, 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 Westchester County, 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 Westchester County, 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.
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