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Total Health inspections
2
44% below New York average
New York average:
3.6
Last Health inspection on Dec 2024
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Kendal at Ithaca
Kendal at Ithaca is a Nursing Home in New York State
Kendal at Ithaca is a Nursing Home in New York State
Kendal at Ithaca
Kendal at Ithaca is a Nursing Home in New York State
Kendal at Ithaca is a Nursing Home in New York State
Kendal at Ithaca is located in the Village of Cayuga Heights, on the east shore of Cayuga Lake, in the heart of New York's Finger Lakes region. Services include multiple dining venues, housekeeping and laundry, maintenance and grounds keeping, transportation and medical billing services. The health care team includes physicians, a nurse practitioner, nursing staff, social workers and dieticians.
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.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
48
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
84.9%
Residents per day (avg)
44
Occupancy rate
84.9%
Residents per day (avg)
44
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
32% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
68% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
9 - 10 months
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$31.9M
Surplus of revenue
$2.6M
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$31,939,870.00
Surplus of revenue
$2,621,764.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$11.1M
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.
$18.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$29.3M
48-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing Home
Additional licensing details
License number:
5401308N
CMS Certification Number:
335793
County:
Tompkins
Ownership & operating entity
Owner name:
Kendal at Ithaca, Inc (Not for Profit)
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Independent living, Enhanced assisted living, Short-term rehabilitation, Long-term nursing care
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.
1 inspection
31 complaints
64.6 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.
Latest inspection
Date:December 19, 2024
Type:Complaint Investigation
21 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
19 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
1 enforcement action
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.
May 5, 2023 — Stipulation & Order #: NH-23-093
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
Compare Nursing Homes around Ithaca
The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
Kendal at Ithaca
+20%
+55%
-4%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NY 14850
48
No
SOMMERS, GREGORY
84.9%
$4,136,685.00
$11,118,082.00
268.8%
43.60
5.5409
9
+20%+55%-4%
Oak Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center
-18%
+47%
+6%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NY 14850
60
No
LITKOWSKI, PEARL
93.5%
$7,247,278.00
$3,742,576.00
51.6%
56.80
5.2636
15
-18%+47%+6%
Kendal at Ithaca
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NY 14850
Bed Count:
48
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
SOMMERS, GREGORY
CCN:
335793
Occupancy:
84.9%
Home Revenue:
$4,136,685.00
Payroll Costs:
$11,118,082.00
Payroll %:
268.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
43.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.5409
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
9
RN share vs State Avg:
+20%
+20%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+55%
+55%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-4%
-4%
Oak Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NY 14850
Bed Count:
60
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
LITKOWSKI, PEARL
CCN:
335225
Occupancy:
93.5%
Home Revenue:
$7,247,278.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,742,576.00
Payroll %:
51.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
56.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.2636
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
15
RN share vs State Avg:
-18%
-18%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+47%
+47%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+6%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
114
Total Staff
95
Employees
19
Contractors
25,726
Total Hours (Quarter)
39
Avg Staff/Day
7.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 7.3 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 6.8 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 36 | 7.7 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
72 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
22 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
6hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
9 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
8.8%
of total hours from contractors
2,266 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 7
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Other Physician: 1
Feeding Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 36 | 0 | 36 | 9,593 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 4,444 | 91 | 100% | 6.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 3,284 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,898 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,202 | 70 | 77% | 7.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 915 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 770 | 69 | 76% | 5.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 7 | 7 | 740 | 65 | 71% | 7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 550 | 62 | 68% | 5.7 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 458 | 74 | 81% | 5.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 226 | 36 | 40% | 6.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 143 | 24 | 26% | 6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 32 | 4 | 4% | 8 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 21 | 31 | 34% | 0.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 19% | 0.5 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3% | 0.6 |
Health Inspection History
Total Health citations
9
51% below New York average
New York average:
18.5
4.5 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations origin
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
Standard inspections
9 citations
Complaint investigations
0 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations
0
100% below New York average
New York average:
0.2
Serious Health citations
0
100% below New York average
New York average:
0.2
Moderate Health citations
9
Minor Health citations
0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Dec 19, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Dec 19, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Dec 19, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Dec 19, 2024
Corrected
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
45
Total Residents
Medicare
1
(2.2%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
1
(2.2%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
43
(95.6%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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
15.2
55% worse than New York average
New York average:
9.8
Functional decline score
24.7
36% worse than New York average
New York average:
18.1
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
30.7%
86% above New York average.
Walking Ability Worsened
19.9%
20% above New York average.
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
23.6%
10% above New York average.
Safety & clinical stability
Falls with Major Injury
5.2%
76% above New York average.
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
5.5%
23% below New York average.
Urinary Tract Infection
3.3%
137% above New York average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing
Depressive Symptoms
3.0%
83% below New York average.
Antipsychotic Use
17.2%
37% above New York average.
Preventive care
Pneumococcal Vaccine
94.8%
4% above New York average.
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
5% above New York average.
Nutrition & physical health
Lost Too Much Weight
14.6%
139% above New York average.Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
83.8%
9% better than New York average
Antipsychotic medication increase
1.6%
29% worse than New York average
Influenza Vaccine
83.3%
6% better than New York average Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Kendal at Ithaca based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
84.9%
↓ 11.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
$2,621,764
↑ ~$7.0M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$14,754,895
↑ ~$848K vs 2022
Profit Margin
63.4%
↑ 164.2pp vs 2022
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