Overview of Elizabeth Brewster House

Elizabeth Brewster House is a 45-bed, non-profit Adult Home in Homer, Cortland County, New York, holding 501C3 accreditation. The facility serves long-term care, short-term respite care, and adult day care. It is wheelchair accessible, located at Homer city center, and provides personalized care within a small-scale community model.

Programming includes weekly game nights, craft sessions, and planned outings designed to maintain social engagement. Short-term respite care, day care, and daily activities form the structured program offerings. Amenities comprise eight services: daily meals, housekeeping, maintenance, laundry, transportation assistance, personal care, case management, and salon services. Meals are included in the care package. Starting price is $4,500 per month.

Regulatory compliance demonstrates genuine operational consistency. Between January 2023 and December 2024, the facility underwent five state inspections. A June 2024 relicensure survey identified one deficiency in environmental standards (487.11 (k) (1-3)). This violation was not cited in the October 2024 inspection or the December 2024 follow-up survey, suggesting either corrective action or an isolated circumstance that did not persist. The other four inspections in the period reported zero deficiencies.

Over two years the facility averaged 0.5 deficiencies annually, placing it 90 percent better than New York’s state average of 5.1 per year. One complaint was filed, representing 2.2 per 100 occupied beds versus a state average of 49.9 per 100 beds. A March 2024 complaint investigation was unsubstantiated and produced no violations. Zero enforcement actions, fines, or license actions appear in regulatory records.

A single lawsuit from 1997 involved Elizabeth Brewster House as plaintiff and has been closed. Current litigation record is empty.

The June 2024 environmental standards deficiency is the only notable regulatory issue across the inspection period; Families should verify its resolution during tours.

(607) 749-3061
Bed community size
45-bed community Rank #698 / 748Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 698th out of 748 homes in New York. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New York facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 59 / 100 Rank #710 / 1173Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 710th out of 1173 homes in New York. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New York facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAdult Home
StatusActive
CountyCortland
License Number210-E-001
Accreditations501C3, Non-Profit Organization

Ownership & Operating Entity

Owner NameElizabeth Brewster House

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

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 ProgramsDay Care

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,500 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDaily meals provided as part of the comprehensive care package.

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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.

We don't publish a score for nursing homes with fewer than three inspections on record. This would unfairly reward providers with limited inspection history or those that have not been operating long enough to be cited.

Inspection score unavailable

Not enough inspection history to generate a score.

Average score for New York nursing homes: B 83/100

Inspection score not available. Not enough inspection history to score against the New York benchmark.

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 (127% above)
9 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total citations (92% below)
• Citations per year (93% below)
• Citations per inspection (29% below)
• Total inspections (89% below)
• Inspections with citations (75% 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 Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 113 This facility has 92% fewer total citations than a typical New York nursing home (1 vs. NY avg 13).↓ 92% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2023. 0.34.3 This facility has 93% fewer citations per year than a typical New York nursing home (0.3 vs. NY avg 4.3).↓ 93% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 11.4 This facility has 29% fewer citations per inspection than a typical New York nursing home (1 vs. NY avg 1.4).↓ 29% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 19 This facility has 89% fewer total inspections than a typical New York nursing home (1 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 89% better
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 14 This facility has 75% fewer inspections with citations than a typical New York nursing home (1 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 75% better
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 100%44% This facility has 56 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical New York nursing home (100% vs. NY avg 44%).↑ 56% worse

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 179 This facility has 99% fewer total complaints than a typical New York nursing home (1 vs. NY avg 79).↓ 99% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2023. 0.326.3 This facility has 99% fewer complaints per year than a typical New York nursing home (0.3 vs. NY avg 26.3).↓ 99% better
Complaints per bed Info Size-adjusted complaint rate based on occupied beds. 0.020.50 This facility has 96% fewer complaints per bed than a typical New York nursing home (0.02 vs. NY avg 0.5).↓ 96% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New York regulators. 015 This facility has 100% fewer complaint investigations than a typical New York nursing home (0 vs. NY avg 15).↓ 100% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info 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 violations or deficiencies.
  • The June 25, 2024 relicensure survey cited one environmental standards violation.
  • Inspections from January 31, 2023, through October 21, 2024, consistently found no violations or complaints.

Lawsuit 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 Info Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure. 1
Active Cases Info Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture. 0
Closed Info Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes. 1

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Elizabeth Brewster House is located in Homer, New York.
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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits
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)

NY EISEP

Age 60+
General 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

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

Benefits
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)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+
General 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

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

Benefits
Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+
General 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

Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

Benefits
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

NYFSC Home Sharing

Age One participant must be 60+ (host or guest)
General 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

Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.

Benefits
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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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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