Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
Beechtree Center is a distinguished 120-bed skilled nursing residence and rehabilitation center located in downtown Ithaca, New York. Providing 24-hour skilled nursing care, this community ensures a secure and engaging environment where each resident is treated with utmost dignity and respect. Beechtree Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing takes pride in consistently delivering the highest level of customer satisfaction. The center addresses physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs, striving to create a home-like environment that cares for everyone.
Beechtree embraces the concept of Person-Centered Care, prioritizing the importance of quality of life alongside quality of care. Their devoted staff partners closely with residents and their families, aiming to achieve and maintain the highest quality of life for every individual. From waking up early to choosing the timing of showers or baths, Beechtree endeavors to accommodate individual preferences, allowing residents and staff to make decisions collaboratively. The center also offers restaurant-style dining, serving freshly prepared food, adding to the overall comfort and home-like atmosphere that they provide for seniors.
Inspection Report Summary for Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
During the reporting period the facility received a total of 36 citations of any kind, comprising 21 standard health citations and 15 Life Safety Code citations. Five inspections resulted in citations, while two inspections yielded no citations. The citation summary also indicates 14 complaints‑related citations, although the category totals listed for complaints (Administration 0, Dietary 0, Other 0, Physical 0, Quality 3, Resident Rights 2, Total 5) do not sum to the stated 14, a discrepancy that is noted but not reconciled.
The inspection on November 17, 2023 produced the largest number of cited items, with 23 citations in total. Standard health deficiencies included inadequate ADL care for dependent residents, deficiencies in food procurement and preparation, unresolved grievances, ineffective pest control, nutrition and hydration status maintenance, issues with the palatability and temperature of food, quality‑of‑care lapses, violations of resident rights, lack of routine or emergency dental services, and a generally unsafe or unclean environment. Life Safety Code deficiencies identified that day encompassed problems with alcohol‑based hand‑rub dispensers, electrical equipment and testing, essential electrical systems, exit signage, fire‑alarm system testing, hazardous area enclosures, portable space heaters, sprinkler system maintenance, smoke‑barrier subdivisions, and vertical opening enclosures.
Complaint metrics for the period from August 1, 2021 to July 31, 2025 show that the facility received 81 complaints, equating to 72.8 complaints per 100 occupied beds. Sixty‑seven percent of complaints represented facility‑reported incidents (57.0 % of all complaints). Sixteen complaint‑related on‑site inspections were conducted, and 14 complaints‑related citations were issued, corresponding to 12.6 citations per 100 occupied beds. The complaints‑related citation breakdown lists 3 citations for quality of care and 2 for resident rights, with no citations recorded under administration, dietary services, other services, or physical environment.
Enforcement actions taken against the facility during the period September 1, 2015 through August 31, 2025 include three stipulations and orders. Stipulation & Order NH‑23‑002, issued January 9, 2023, imposed a fine of $10,000 for quality‑of‑care deficiencies. Stipulation & Order NH‑21‑144, issued April 5, 2021, imposed a fine of $10,000 for multiple deficiencies. Stipulation & Order NH‑16‑173, issued June 14, 2016, imposed a fine of $10,000 for multiple deficiencies. All enforcement actions are recorded with the exact dates and fine amounts as provided.
This is the number of people who can stay here (Facility Capacity).
Facility Overview
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Facility ID
Unique ID assigned by the California Department of Social Services for this licensed facility.
150588
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Facility Type
Indicates the state license category — e.g., RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly).
Nursing Home
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Licensee / Operator
Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility.
BTRNC, LLC (For Profit)
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County
The county where the facility is located.
Tompkins
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Operating Certificate
Operating certificate number issued by the state regulatory authority (NY).
5401312N
Inspection & Compliance
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Citations
Number of deficiencies or violations found during inspections.
36 citations
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Total Complaints
Total number of complaints filed with the state regulatory authority (NY).
81 complaints
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Complaint Inspections
On-site inspections conducted in response to complaints (NY).
16 inspections
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Inspections with Citations
Inspections that resulted in citations or deficiencies (NY, TX).
5 inspections
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Inspections without Citations
Inspections completed with no violations found (NY).
2 inspections
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Total Inspections
Total count of all inspections conducted at this facility (NY).
7 inspections
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Enforcement Actions
Regulatory enforcement actions taken by the state (NY, TX).
July 7, 2022 — Stipulation & Order #: NH-23-002 | December 30, 2020 — Stipulation & Order #: NH-21-144 | August 21, 2012 — Stipulation & Order #: NH-16-173
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for New York Seniors
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $30,182 (individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion).
- NY Specifics: Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), assistive technology ($500 avg.).
- General: Age 60+, New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
- Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $15,000 (individual).
- NY Specifics: Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), case management, transportation (~5 trips/month).
- General: Age 62+, NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.
- Income Limits (2025): $50,000/year (household).
- Asset Limits: No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.
- NY Specifics: Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.
- Services: Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord.
- General: Age 65+, NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.
- Income Limits (2025): $58,399/year (household).
- Asset Limits: No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.
- NY Specifics: Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.
- Services: Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value).
- General: One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), NYC resident, able to share living space.
- Income Limits: No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; focus on housing need.
- NY Specifics: Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.
- Services: Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates.
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for New York Seniors
Community First Choice Option
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).- Asset Limits:$30,182 (individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion).
NY Specifics:Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), assistive technology ($500 avg.).
Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
- Income Limits:~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$15,000 (individual).
- NY Specifics:Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), case management, transportation (~5 trips/month).
Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.
- Income Limits (2025):$50,000/year (household).
- Asset Limits:No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.
- NY Specifics:Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord.
Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.
- Income Limits (2025):$58,399/year (household).
- Asset Limits:No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.
- NY Specifics:Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value).
New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program
Requirements:
- General:One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), NYC resident, able to share living space.
- Income Limits:No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; focus on housing need.
- NY Specifics:Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates.
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Community |
Occupancy |
Beds |
Home Revenue |
Owner |
CCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEECHTREE CARE CENTER | 96.3% | 120 | $14,681,364.00 | KOENIG, URI | 335017 |
| CAYUGA RIDGE LLC | 75.2% | 144 | $12,874,917.00 | PETRIE, DAVID | 335249 |
| KENDAL AT ITHACA | 81.5% | 48 | $4,332,372.00 | SOMMERS, GREGORY | 335793 |
| OAK HILL REHAB AND NURSING CARE | 98.7% | 60 | $5,926,224.00 | LITKOWSKI, PEARL | 335225 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
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