New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans
Nursing Home · Jamaica, NY
ALM Inspection Grade A+ Info ALM's inspection grade is 97 / 100, an A+ — 13 points above the New York average for CMS-certified facilities (84/100) · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans

Nursing Home · Jamaica, NY
ALM Inspection Grade A+ Info ALM's inspection grade is 97 / 100, an A+ — 13 points above the New York average for CMS-certified facilities (84/100) · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans

New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans is a nursing home in Jamaica, NY, providing licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The home serves veterans and their dependents, which may make it a good fit for an eligible veteran or dependent who needs ongoing nursing care. With 250 beds, it is a larger community with more residents, staff and programming than a smaller setting, and total nurse staffing is 5h 1m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident.

New York State Department of Health (Public) operates the home. Residents can use the rehabilitation department’s Kinetron, access weight trainer, ultrasound, electric muscle stimulation, fluidotherapy and whirlpool equipment for rehabilitation at the home. Organized activities include live entertainment, race track trips, bingo, reading groups, reminiscence groups, crafts and gardening, while a barber/beauty shop supports on-site grooming; pets are also allowed, so residents may keep a pet at the home.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 31.6% Above NY avg. ▲ 31.6% Above NY avg.NY average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 45.3% Above NY avg. ▲ 45.3% Above NY avg.NY average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 43.3% Above NY avg. ▲ 43.3% Above NY avg.NY average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 3.7% Above NY avg. ▲ 3.7% Above NY avg.NY average: 3.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q4 2025 (October 1 – December 31, 2025).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Jun 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 23rd out of 501 nursing homes we track in New York for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
↑ 40% · NY 3h 35mThis facility: 5h 1m per resident per day, 40% above the New York average of 3h 35m (among New York facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #23 / 501Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 23rd out of 501 nursing homes we track in New York for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the New York average, with a ranking across 501 New York facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New York that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
5h 1m

Standout metric: Certified nursing assistant is +54% above New York average

2 of 6 metrics below New York average

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant1102413461,31692100%8.2
Licensed Practical Nurse21163715,85992100%7.8
Registered Nurse2402410,93792100%8.5
Other Dietary Services Staff5163,06792100%9.4
Occupational Therapy Aide4041,8826975%10
Mental Health Service Worker4041,5637379%7.8
Speech Language Pathologist0331,3407177%8.5
Dental Services Staff1129986166%9.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0339946368%8
Other Physician2026627076%6.4
Other Social Services Staff1014855863%8.4
Qualified Social Worker0114705964%8
Physical Therapy Aide0224445459%8.1
Feeding Assistant1013845054%7.7
Physical Therapy Assistant0113344043%8.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist2021231516%8.2
134 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
37 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 100%
24 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
Coverage 100%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 250 Rank #112 / 574Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 112th out of 574 nursing homes we track in New York for bed count. 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New York that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

High-capacity home · May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #503 / 513Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 503rd out of 513 nursing homes we track in New York for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New York average, with its Statewide rank out of 513. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New York that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
36% This home usually has availability

Based on 90 residents and 250 beds. Source: state licensing agency resident count

Lower than the New York average: 85.5%
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
435 days

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
CountyQueens
CMS Certification Number335770

Ownership & Operating Entity

New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans is legally operated by New York State Department of Health (Public).

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy

Staffing & Medical

6 services
Tube Feeding and Mechanically Altered Diet Management
Health Clinic
On-Site Pharmacy
Dentistry
Podiatry Services
Ophthalmology

Additional Services

7 services
Billing and Resident Accounts Management
Medicaid/Medicare Processing
Mail Delivery To Resident Rooms
Admissions Services
Medical Records Management
Discharge Planning
Snacks

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowedVisiting pets welcome.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty Salon
Gift Shop
Cable Tv
Activities
Live Entertainment
Race Track Trips
Bingo
Book Club
Reminiscence Activities
Arts & Crafts
Gardening

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CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2022 · 4 years of data · Last health inspection Dec 2025

ALM Inspection Grade

97 / 100 Calculated from CMS inspection data for this community's nursing-home beds
How it compares

13 points above the New York average for CMS-certified facilities (84/100)

Category breakdown

Citations Strong

22 severity-weighted points (10 citations) · 2× lower than the typical CMS-certified NY facility (median: 43)

Enforcement Strong

No fines on record · 0 enforcement actions

Persistence Typical

48 days to fix issues · faster than the typical CMS-certified NY facility (median: 51)

Inspection grade: 97 out of 100, letter grade A+.
Total health inspections
4 ↓ 5% · NY 4.2This facility: 4, 5% below the New York average of 4.2 (among New York facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
10 Rank #81 / 506Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 81st out of 506 nursing homes we track in New York for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the New York State average, with a ranking across all 506 NY facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New York that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 51% · NY 20.3This facility: 10, 51% below the New York average of 20.3 (among New York facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
2.5 Rank #49 / 506Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 49th out of 506 nursing homes we track in New York for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the New York mean across 506 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New York that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 48% · NY 4.78This facility: 2.5, 48% below the New York average of 4.78 (among New York facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 10 of 10 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 10 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 ↓ 100% · NY 0.3This facility: 0, 100% below the New York average of 0.3 (among New York facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
0 ↓ 100% · NY 0.4This facility: 0, 100% below the New York average of 0.4 (among New York facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
10 ↓ 47% · NY 18.8This facility: 10, 47% below the New York average of 18.8 (among New York facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 ↓ 100% · NY 0.7This facility: 0, 100% below the New York average of 0.7 (among New York facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Dec 02, 2025 · 1 citation (Abuse/Neglect, moderate), corrected

Most cited category: Quality of Life & Care, 3 of 10 citations · 6 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Dec 02, 2025 1 citation
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Dec 10, 2024 1 citation
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
May 16, 2024 7 citations
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Apr 21, 2022 1 citation
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 10 citations
Quality of Life & Care 3 deficiencies (30%)
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 2 deficiencies (20%)
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation 2 deficiencies (20%)
Infection Control 1 deficiency (10%)
Nutrition & Dietary 1 deficiency (10%)
Pharmacy Services 1 deficiency (10%)
How citations are counted

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

4 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 10 resulted from complaint investigations.

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

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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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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the New York average.

Data as of Aug 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 5 / 5 Significantly above average
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 3 / 5 Average
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 6.9 Score · lower is better ↓ 17% · NY 8.4This facility: 6.9, 17% below the NY average of 8.4 (among NY facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 8.4 Score · lower is better ↓ 45% · NY 15.4This facility: 8.4, 45% below the NY average of 15.4 (among NY facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

11 long-stay measures: 6 better, 4 worse, 1 near NY average

3 short-stay measures: 3 worse

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

8% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 4 months

Private pay

73% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Medicaid

19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jun 2026)

Total residents 167
Medicare
8
4.8% of residents
Medicaid
66
39.5% of residents
Private pay or other
93
55.7% of residents
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.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 03/2025.

Government
Operated by state authorities.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$34.7MFiscal year ending 03/2025
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$2.6MFiscal year ending 03/2025
Government Operated by state authorities.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$34.7MFiscal year ending 03/2025 Rank #206 / 464Net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 206th out of 464 nursing homes we track in New York. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the New York average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New York that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$2.6MFiscal year ending 03/2025
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
-$27.8KFiscal year ending 03/2025
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #29 / 464Payroll costs — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 29th out of 464 nursing homes we track in New York. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the New York average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New York that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$23.4MFiscal year ending 03/2025 67.3% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #6 / 462Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 6th out of 462 nursing homes we track in New York. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the New York average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in New York that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$14.0MFiscal year ending 03/2025
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$37.4MFiscal year ending 03/2025

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (73% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 8 - 9 months.

Admissions
214 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 8%
Private pay 73%
Medicaid 19%
Discharges
158 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 11%
Private pay 70%
Medicaid 19%

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
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Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
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Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
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What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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NY AVG 3.58
Rank #110 / 501
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +70%+13%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
NY AVG $77.8k
Rank #383 / 507
7
Facility 7
NY AVG 20.3
Rank #27 / 506
3.5
Facility 3.5
NY AVG 4.8
Rank #147 / 506
1221-
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 64
Rank #93 / 450
Jamaica Hospital Nursing Home Co Inc (Not For Profit)---335436
Chapin Home for the Aging ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
Jamaica
220
Facility 220
NY AVG 177
Rank #154 / 574
A
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
NY AVG 85.5%
Rank #318 / 513
+5%
2.93
Facility 2.93
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #388 / 501
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +73%-18%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $77.8k
Rank #1 / 507
10
Facility 10
NY AVG 20.3
Rank #81 / 506
3.3
Facility 3.3
NY AVG 4.8
Rank #126 / 506
-198--Chapin Home For The Aging (Not For Profit)
$15.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $15.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
NY AVG $27.0M
Rank #327 / 464
$8.6MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $8.6MFiscal year ending 12/2024
NY AVG $14.3M
Rank #274 / 464
57.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 57.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
NY AVG 56.6%
Rank #103 / 462
335631
New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
Jamaica
250
Facility 250
NY AVG 177
Rank #112 / 574
A+
36.0%
Facility 36.0%
NY AVG 85.5%
Rank #503 / 513
-58%
5.01
Facility 5.01
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #23 / 501
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -16%+40%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $77.8k
Rank #1 / 507
10
Facility 10
NY AVG 20.3
Rank #81 / 506
2.5
Facility 2.5
NY AVG 4.8
Rank #49 / 506
-90--New York State Department Of Health (Public)
$34.7MFiscal year ending 03/2025
Facility $34.7MFiscal year ending 03/2025
NY AVG $27.0M
Rank #206 / 464
$23.4MFiscal year ending 03/2025
Facility $23.4MFiscal year ending 03/2025
NY AVG $14.3M
Rank #29 / 464
67.3%Fiscal year ending 03/2025
Facility 67.3%Fiscal year ending 03/2025
NY AVG 56.6%
Rank #6 / 462
335770
Highland Care Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
Jamaica
320
Facility 320
NY AVG 177
Rank #44 / 574
A-
97.3%
Facility 97.3%
NY AVG 85.5%
Rank #95 / 513
+14%
2.94
Facility 2.94
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #388 / 501
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -87%-18%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $77.8k
Rank #1 / 507
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 20.3
Rank #142 / 506
4.3
Facility 4.3
NY AVG 4.8
Rank #230 / 506
-311--Highland Care Center Inc (For Profit)
$45.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $45.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
NY AVG $27.0M
Rank #41 / 464
$25.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $25.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
NY AVG $14.3M
Rank #61 / 464
55.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 55.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
NY AVG 56.6%
Rank #360 / 462
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in New York

New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans is located in New York City, New York State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New York City.

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans

Who is the owner of New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans?

New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans is legally operated by New York State Department of Health (Public).

What is the occupancy rate at New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans?

New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans's occupancy is 36%.

Are pets allowed at New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans?

No, New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans has a no-pet policy.

Is New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans a government-operated facility?

New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans is a government-operated nursing facility in NY.

What is the overall rating for New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans?

New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans received a 4-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.

How many beds does New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans have?

New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans has 250 beds.

Has New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans had any citations?

New York State Veterans’ Home, St. Albans has had 14 reported citations according to records from New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

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