Occupancy rate
90%
In line with the state averagePrimarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Assisted Living Home
Elderwood at Amherst
Elderwood at Amherst is a skilled nursing facility located in Amherst, New York. It offers a range of services including subacute rehabilitation, memory care, and long-term care. The community is known for its friendly atmosphere and comprehensive rehabilitation programs.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
92
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
90.4%
Residents per day (avg)
87
Occupancy rate
90.4%
Residents per day (avg)
87
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
26 days
Private pay
70% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
7 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$18.3M
Operating loss
-$1.3M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$18,255,542.00
Operating loss
$-1,312,362.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.7M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$12.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$19.6M
92-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with the state averageOccupied beds
83 / 92
License details
Facility type
Nursing Home
Status
Active
County:
Erie
Additional licensing details
License number:
1451307N
CMS Certification Number:
335056
Ownership & operating entity
Owner name:
4459 Bailey Avenue Operating Company, LLC (For Profit)
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Respite Care, Skilled Nursing, Subacute Rehabilitation, Oncology, Memory Care, Palliative Care
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Pleasant dining experience at every meal.
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.
19 inspections
19 with citations, 0 without citations
New York average: 9 inspections (5 with citations)
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92 complaints
100 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: 93 complaints
Latest inspection
Date:April 18, 2025
Type:Complaint Investigation
42 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 29 citations
40 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
2 enforcement actions
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.
December 15, 2023: Stipulation & Order #: NH-24-042
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
October 8, 2020: Stipulation & Order #: NH-21-150
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Total health citations
10
Citations per inspection
3.33
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 10 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
In line with State averageState average: N/A
Serious Health citations
0
0
In line with State averageState average: N/A
1 critical citation
0 serious citations
9 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation
Apr 18, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Apr 18, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Apr 18, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Dec 15, 2023
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
Elderwood at Amherst
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NY 14226
92
No
-
-
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AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
HC
Home Care
HC
Hospice Care
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Bloomfield
40
No
85
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AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Conroe
16
No
27
Private / Semi-Private Suite
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AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Conroe
12
No
8
-
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AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Boerne
10
No
-
-
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
153
Total Staff
153
Employees
0
Contractors
37,716
Total Hours (Quarter)
55
Avg Staff/Day
7.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 15 | 7.4 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 8.9 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 7.5 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
5 staff
5hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
104 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
3 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
31 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.1hs shift avg
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 0 | 60 | 18,513 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 0 | 25 | 7,599 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 15 | 0 | 15 | 3,236 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 14 | 0 | 14 | 1,555 | 85 | 93% | 6.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 13 | 0 | 13 | 1,312 | 82 | 90% | 6.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 963 | 83 | 91% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 546 | 58 | 64% | 7.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 465 | 62 | 68% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 463 | 63 | 69% | 6.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 458 | 61 | 67% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 452 | 70 | 77% | 6.3 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 445 | 61 | 67% | 7.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 412 | 57 | 63% | 7.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 410 | 57 | 63% | 7.2 |
| Administrator | 3 | 0 | 3 | 400 | 52 | 57% | 7.4 |
| Feeding Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 187 | 43 | 47% | 3.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 160 | 30 | 33% | 5.3 |
| Medical Director | 2 | 0 | 2 | 74 | 32 | 35% | 1.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 55 | 17 | 19% | 3.2 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 8 | 9% | 1.9 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
90 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
5 residents (5.6%)
Medicaid
44 residents (48.9%)
Private pay or other
41 residents (45.6%)
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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.7
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.7
19% worse than State averageState average: 9.8
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.5
29% worse than State averageState average: 18.1
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.0%
46% worse than State averageState average: 16.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.6%
6% worse than State averageState average: 16.6%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.7%
34% worse than State averageState average: 21.4%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.0%
32% better than State averageState average: 3.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
13.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
13.3%
85% worse than State averageState average: 7.2%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.2%
13% better than State averageState average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.5%
75% better than State averageState average: 6.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.7%
91% better than State averageState average: 18.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.2%
37% worse than State averageState average: 12.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
71.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
71.7%
22% worse than State averageState average: 91.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.0%
In line with State averageState average: 95.2%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
49.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
49.9%
35% worse than State averageState average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than State averageState average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
57.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
57.7%
27% worse than State averageState average: 78.8%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$25K
62% lower than State averageState average: $66K
Number of fines
1
51% fewer fines than State averageState average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than State averageState average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$25K
State average
$66K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 15, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 15, 2023
$25K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Elderwood at Amherst based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
90.4%
↑ 1.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1,312,362
↓ ~$1.5M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$8,014,822
↑ ~$648K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-7.4%
↓ 8.5pp vs 2022
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