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Nursing Home in Buffalo

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Delaware Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Nursing Home in Buffalo

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Delaware Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Overview of Delaware Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Delaware Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Buffalo, NY. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care. The center is committed to providing high-quality care in a warm, family-like environment.
(716) 885-3838

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
2/5
New York average: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
2/5
New York average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
2/5
New York average: 2.7/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
2/5
New York average: 4.0/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 17m per day

This home provides 6% less nursing time per resident than the New York average.

New York average: 3h 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 95

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the New York average
Occupancy rate 92.1%
Residents per day (avg) 88
Occupancy rate
92.1%
Residents per day (avg)
88

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

63% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

20% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 22 days

Medicaid

17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$11.0M
Operating loss
-$163.2K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$11.0M
Operating loss
-$163.2K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.5M
58.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.7M
Total costs $11.2M
Bed community size
95-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
CountyErie

Additional Licensing Details

License Number1401343N
CMS Certification Number335640

Ownership & Operating Entity

Owner NameEN Operations Aquisitions, LLC (For Profit)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Short-Term Rehabilitation
Long Term Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

4 amenities
Music And Memory Programs
Pet And Recreation Therapy
Restaurant Style Dining
Specialized Resident And Guest Services
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Long Term Care, Respite Care

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionRestaurant style dining with a focus on quality and variety.

Contact Delaware Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Inspection History

In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.

7 inspections

7 with citations, 0 without citations

New York average: 9 inspections (5 with citations)

153 complaints

161.1 complaints per 100 occupied beds

New York average: 49.9 complaints per 100 occupied beds

Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.

New York average: 79 complaints

Latest inspection

Date November 24, 2025
Complaint Investigation

51 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

New York average: 29 citations

77 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

New York average: 22 deficiencies

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

New York average 3.6


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations 19

New York average 18.5

Citations per inspection
4.75

New York average 5.05


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

12 of 19 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 19 resulted from complaint investigations; and 6 of 19 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than New York average

New York average: 0.2


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than New York average

New York average: 0.2

0 critical citations More info New York average: 0.2

0 serious citations More info New York average: 0.2

19 moderate citations More info New York average: 17.4

0 minor citations More info New York average: 0.7
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Mar 26, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Aug 09, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Aug 09, 2024
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Info Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions. Aug 09, 2024
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Buffalo The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.

5 facilities compared · CMS & NY Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Elderwood at Amherst
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.

Amherst
-
90.4%
+2%
4.24
-
+18%
2
0
0.0
0
87
-
73
Cole, Warren
$17.8M
$6.7M
37.4%
335056
Delaware Oaks 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.

Buffalo
95
92.1%
+4%
3.28
-34%
-8%
0
19
4.8
0
88
-
-
Strauss, Elliot
$10.0M
$6.5M
64.8%
335640
Buffalo 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.

Buffalo
200
94.0%
+6%
4.43
-36%
+24%
1
36
6.0
3
188
-
-
Denny, David
$32.5M
$7.3M
22.5%
335638
Ellicott 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.

Buffalo
160
91.1%
+3%
3.29
-37%
-8%
1
32
8.0
1
153
-
-
Marciano, Denise
$20.4M
$5.2M
25.6%
335437
Ellicott 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.

Buffalo
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0.0
0
-
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85
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 184
Employees 160
Contractors 24
Staff to resident ratio 1.96:1
1017% better than New York average

New York average ratio: 0.18:1

Avg staff/day 59
Average shift 7.6 hours
0% compared with New York average

New York average: 7.7 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 40,538
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 25
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 85
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

3.8%

1,549 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 12 Licensed Practical Nurse: 10 Registered Nurse: 2
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant73128516,94991100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse1510256,11291100%8.8
Registered Nurse132154,44791100%8.4
Occupational Therapy Aide100103,03391100%7.7
Physical Therapist150152,89491100%6.1
Other Dietary Services Staff7071,4218695%7.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician5051,1797481%6.7
Physical Therapy Assistant5058336774%6.5
Dietitian2026237178%7.3
Nurse Practitioner3035506571%6.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist4045266268%7.2
Administrator1014415965%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1014275763%7.5
Physical Therapy Aide2023885358%5.8
Speech Language Pathologist1013765358%7.1
Qualified Social Worker3033415560%6
85 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
25 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
10 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 100%
15 Physical Therapist
% of Days 100%
7 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 95%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 81%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 74%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 78%
3 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 68%
1 Administrator
% of Days 65%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 63%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 58%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 58%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 60%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
94 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
20 residents (21.3%)
Medicaid
59 residents (62.8%)
Private pay or other
15 residents (16%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.1
17% better than New York average

New York average: 9.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 15.1
17% better than New York average

New York average: 18.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 10.1%
39% better than New York average

New York average: 16.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 8.8%
47% better than New York average

New York average: 16.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 26.5%
24% worse than New York average

New York average: 21.4%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.9%
63% worse than New York average

New York average: 3.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 8.9%
24% worse than New York average

New York average: 7.2%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.4%
In line with New York average

New York average: 1.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.9%
30% worse than New York average

New York average: 6.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 9.2%
49% better than New York average

New York average: 18.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.1%
In line with New York average

New York average: 12.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.1%
6% better than New York average

New York average: 91.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.3%
In line with New York average

New York average: 95.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 75.8%
In line with New York average

New York average: 76.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.8%
42% worse than New York average

New York average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 76.0%
In line with New York average

New York average: 78.8%

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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled, New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$30,182 (individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion).

Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+, New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.

~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

$15,000 (individual).

Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+, NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.

$50,000/year (household).

No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.

Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+, NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.

$58,399/year (household).

No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.

Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

NYFSC Home Sharing

One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), NYC resident, able to share living space.

No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.

Not applicable; focus on housing need.

Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.