Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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Elderwood at Wheatfield is a skilled nursing community located in Wheatfield, New York. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, subacute rehabilitation, and memory care. The facility features a modern therapy suite and a variety of social activities for residents.
Elderwood at Wheatfield is legally operated by 2600 Niagara Falls Boulevard Operating Company, LLC (For Profit).
In New York State, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
This facility has 1 enforcement action. 34% of New York State nursing homes have zero, and the statewide average is 1.6.
Citations
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This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total citations
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31 | 13 | This facility has 138% more total citations than a typical New York State nursing home (31 vs. NY avg 13).↑ 138% worse |
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Health citations
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27 | 20 | This facility has 35% more health citations than a typical New York State nursing home (27 vs. NY avg 20).↑ 35% worse |
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Life safety citations
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4 | 4 | This facility has life safety citations in line with the New York State average (4 vs. NY avg 4).— At avg |
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Citations per year
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4.4 | 1.9 | This facility has 132% more citations per year than a typical New York State nursing home (4.4 vs. NY avg 1.9).↑ 132% worse |
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Citations per inspection
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1.5 | 1.4 | This facility has 7% more citations per inspection than a typical New York State nursing home (1.5 vs. NY avg 1.4).↑ 7% worse |
Inspections
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This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total inspections
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21 | 9 | This facility has 133% more total inspections than a typical New York State nursing home (21 vs. NY avg 9).↑ 133% worse |
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Inspections with citations
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5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more inspections with citations than a typical New York State nursing home (5 vs. NY avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
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24% | 44% | This facility has 20 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical New York State nursing home (24% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 20% better |
Complaints & Investigations
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This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total complaints
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156 | 79 | This facility has 97% more total complaints than a typical New York State nursing home (156 vs. NY avg 79).↑ 97% worse |
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Complaints per year
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22.3 | 11.3 | This facility has 97% more complaints per year than a typical New York State nursing home (22.3 vs. NY avg 11.3).↑ 97% worse |
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Complaints per bed
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1.45 | 0.50 | This facility has 190% more complaints per bed than a typical New York State nursing home (1.45 vs. NY avg 0.5).↑ 190% worse |
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Complaint investigations
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22 | 15 | This facility has 47% more complaint investigations than a typical New York State nursing home (22 vs. NY avg 15).↑ 47% worse |
The most recent inspection on August 14, 2024, identified multiple standard health and life safety code deficiencies, all of which were corrected by October 11, 2024. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of similar issues, including citations related to reporting to the national health safety network and various health and safety code deficiencies involving electrical systems, fire safety, and staff-related requirements. Deficiencies frequently involved infection prevention and control, staffing information, and maintenance of safety systems like sprinklers and fire alarms. Complaint investigations were not noted in the available reports, and no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed. The facility has addressed prior deficiencies through timely corrections, indicating responsiveness to inspection findings over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsNew York State average 3.6
Last Health inspection on Aug 2024
New York State average 18.5
New York State average 5.05
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 13 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
New York State average: 0.2
New York State average: 0.2
How this facility protects residents through staff vaccination policies and immunization practices.
Percentage of facility employees vaccinated against influenza.
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
0 contractor hours this quarter
No contractor roles were reported this quarter.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 103 | 0 | 103 | 17,568 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 45 | 0 | 45 | 7,999 | 92 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 40 | 0 | 40 | 6,078 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 22 | 0 | 22 | 2,571 | 87 | 95% | 7.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 17 | 0 | 17 | 2,085 | 83 | 90% | 7.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 12 | 0 | 12 | 889 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 787 | 55 | 60% | 7.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 748 | 75 | 82% | 7.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 745 | 57 | 62% | 7.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 621 | 68 | 74% | 7.4 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 534 | 61 | 66% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 494 | 65 | 71% | 7.4 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 458 | 61 | 66% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 441 | 59 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 398 | 53 | 58% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 375 | 50 | 54% | 7.5 |
| Medical Director | 2 | 0 | 2 | 203 | 35 | 38% | 5.8 |
| Feeding Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 171 | 34 | 37% | 3 |
| Physician Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 170 | 34 | 37% | 5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 49 | 14 | 15% | 3.5 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 47 | 6 | 7% | 7.9 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 6 | 7% | 2.6 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
71% of new residents, often for short stays.
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Elderwood at Wheatfield based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
3.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Niagara Falls's city center to Elderwood at Wheatfield's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Elderwood at Wheatfield is located in Niagara Falls, New York.
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The legal owner and operator of Elderwood at Wheatfield is 2600 Niagara Falls Boulevard Operating Company, LLC (For Profit).
Elderwood at Wheatfield has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to NY state health department records, Elderwood at Wheatfield's license number is 3121304N.
Elderwood at Wheatfield's occupancy is 93%.
Elderwood at Wheatfield has 123 beds.
Elderwood at Wheatfield has had 31 recently reported deficiencies.
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