Elizabeth Brewster House
Assisted Living · USA
Elizabeth Brewster House
Assisted Living · USA
Elizabeth Brewster House is a 45-bed assisted living residence administrated by a nonprofit organization at 41 South Main Street in Homer, New York, in Cortland County. Licensed as a certified nonprofit Adult Home accredited as a 501(c)(3) organization, the facility has operated continuously since 1891 and is licensed by the New York State Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care. Elizabeth Brewster House offers long-term residential care with 24-hour assisted living support, short-term respite care for stays up to 30 days, and a licensed Adult Social Day Program.
Pricing begins at $4,500 per month on a fully all-inclusive basis with no separate menu of optional services. Eight confirmed amenities are on record: daily meals, housekeeping, maintenance, laundry services, transportation assistance, personal care, case management, and salon services. Additional confirmed services include medication management, medical equipment management, bathing and hygiene assistance, dressing support, care reminders, and transportation to stores, libraries, and community events. A Spiritual Care Coordinator provides access to religious programming through local congregations. Accommodations include private rooms and two-room suites. On-site activities include weekly game nights, craft sessions, and planned outings.
The New York State Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care has one inspection cycle on record. The most recent inspection, a Follow Up survey on December 18, 2024, found zero deficiencies. An earlier inspection in June 2024 cited one deficiency related to environmental standards, which did not recur in the December review. One complaint has been filed; the investigation was unsubstantiated. No enforcement actions, fines, or license issues appear in the available public record.
Located in Homer, Elizabeth Brewster House serves as a nonprofit alternative to nursing home care, a distinction maintained since its 1891 founding. Cortland Regional Medical Center is the nearest hospital, approximately two miles away.
Elizabeth Brewster House is suited for individuals requiring long-term assisted living or short-term respite care in Homer. Families should verify current pricing, the scope of the licensed Adult Social Day Program, and specific protocols for transitions to higher levels of care before placement.
45-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 59 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAdult Home
StatusActive
CountyCortland
License Number210-E-001
Accreditations501C3, Non-Profit Organization
Owner NameElizabeth Brewster House
Wheelchair Accessible
Respite Care
Daily Meals
Housekeeping
Maintenance
Laundry Services
Transportation Assistance
Personal Care
Case Management
Salon Services
ActivitiesA variety of on-site activities, including weekly game nights, craft sessions, and planned outings.
Specific ProgramsShort-Term Respite, Day Care
Starting Price$4,500 per month
Food DescriptionDaily meals provided as part of the comprehensive care package.
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.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
0 enforcement actions
1 citation
1 complaint
1 inspection
0 complaint investigations
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. New York state average
Overall vs. NY average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than New York average:
• Inspection citation rate (79% above) 9 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total citations (97% below)
• Citations per year (97% below)
• Citations per inspection (69% below)
• Total inspections (89% below)
• Inspections with citations (80% below)
• Total complaints (99% below)
• Complaints per year (99% below)
• Complaints per bed (96% below)
• Complaint investigations (100% below)
• Inspection citation rate (79% above) 9 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total citations (97% below)
• Citations per year (97% below)
• Citations per inspection (69% below)
• Total inspections (89% below)
• Inspections with citations (80% below)
• Total complaints (99% below)
• Complaints per year (99% below)
• Complaints per bed (96% below)
• Complaint investigations (100% below)
Latest Inspection
December 18, 2024
Follow Up
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
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1 | 29 | This facility has 97% fewer total citations than a typical New York assisted living residence (1 vs. NY avg 29).↓ 97% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2023.
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0.3 | 9.7 | This facility has 97% fewer citations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.3 vs. NY avg 9.7).↓ 97% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
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1 | 3.2 | This facility has 69% fewer citations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (1 vs. NY avg 3.2).↓ 69% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
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1 | 9 | This facility has 89% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (1 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 89% better |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
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1 | 5 | This facility has 80% fewer inspections with citations than a typical New York assisted living residence (1 vs. NY avg 5).↓ 80% better |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
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100% | 56% | This facility has 44 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (100% vs. NY avg 56%).↑ 44% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.
| Metric | This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
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1 | 79 | This facility has 99% fewer total complaints than a typical New York assisted living residence (1 vs. NY avg 79).↓ 99% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2023.
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0.3 | 26.3 | This facility has 99% fewer complaints per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.3 vs. NY avg 26.3).↓ 99% better |
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Complaints per bed
Size-adjusted complaint rate based on occupied beds.
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0.02 | 0.50 | This facility has 96% fewer complaints per bed than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.02 vs. NY avg 0.5).↓ 96% better |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New York regulators.
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0 | 15 | This facility has 100% fewer complaint investigations than a typical New York assisted living residence (0 vs. NY avg 15).↓ 100% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on December 18, 2024, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections generally showed compliance, with only one deficiency related to environmental standards noted in June 2024. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated or did not result in citations. No fines, enforcement actions, or license issues were listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history suggests consistent adherence to regulations with a minor isolated issue that does not appear to have recurred.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsLawsuit overview for Elizabeth Brewster House
Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.
Source: State court e-filing records
Total Cases
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
1
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
1
Active Cases
Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture.
0
Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture.
0
Closed
Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes.
1
1 Disposed
Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes.
1
1 Disposed
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elizabeth Brewster House
Is Elizabeth Brewster House in a walkable area?
Elizabeth Brewster House has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Elizabeth Brewster House?
According to NY state health department records, Elizabeth Brewster House's license number is 210-E-001.
How many beds does Elizabeth Brewster House have?
Elizabeth Brewster House has 45 beds.
Are there photos of Elizabeth Brewster House?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Elizabeth Brewster House in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Elizabeth Brewster House?
Elizabeth Brewster House is located at 41 South Main Street.
What is the phone number of Elizabeth Brewster House?
(607) 749-3061 will put you in contact with the team at Elizabeth Brewster House.
What county is Elizabeth Brewster House located in?
Elizabeth Brewster House is in Cortland County.
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