Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries

Overview of Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries

Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries is a not-for-profit human services ministry dedicated to serving seniors. Their mission is to provide quality care and support to seniors at every stage of life. Located in the heart of Jamestown, New York, Orchard Grove offers a unique assisted living experience for their residents. As the first model in Chautauqua County, Orchard Grove empowers seniors to age in place, bridging the gap between traditional assisted living and skilled nursing care.

Here, senior residents enjoy private suites surrounding a living room, dining room, kitchen, and outdoor patio. This thoughtful design allows residents to maintain independence while fostering a sense of community. Orchard Grove has central common areas that facilitate family-style meals, meaningful conversations, and small group activities. With a robust activity calendar, on-site salon services, and all-inclusive care, Orchard Grove prioritizes residents’ well-being and comfort. Conveniently located near shopping centers and medical appointments, this community ensures senior residents can access essential services easily.

(716) 338-1600

36-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 9 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypeAdult Home

CountyChautauqua

Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries is legally operated by The Gerry Homes.

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Country-Like Setting

Dietary Services

Wifi Included

Laundry Service

Friendly

Helpful Staff

Robust Activities Calendar

Homelike Atmosphere

Chaplain Services

Housekeeping Available

Close To Conveniences

Resident-Led Interest Groups

Transportation Services Available

Walking And Nature Trails Around Pond

Community Gathering Spaces

Maintenance-Free Living

ActivitiesRobust activities calendar available.

Specific ProgramsTherapy and Rehabilitation, Medical Transportation, Resources for Families

Religious ServicesChaplain services available.

Food DescriptionDining services are provided.

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Since 2024 · 2 years of data 0 enforcement actions 5 violations 3 inspections

Inspection Score

10 points above the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)

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 2024 vs. New York state average

Overall vs. NY average

Latest Inspection March 11, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	3	9	This facility has 67% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (3 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 67% better
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	2	4	This facility has 50% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 50% better
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	67%	44%	This facility has 23 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (67% vs. NY avg 44%).↑ 23% worse Rank #232 / 318 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 232nd out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's % of inspections with violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	2	6	This facility has 67% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 67% better Rank #97 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 97th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violations Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total violations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	5	14.5	This facility has 66% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (5 vs. NY avg 14.5).↓ 66% better Rank #186 / 318 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 186th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Violations per year Average violations per year since 2024.	2.5	7.3	This facility has 66% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (2.5 vs. NY avg 7.3).↓ 66% better
Violations per inspection Average violations per inspection.	1.7	1.6	This facility has 6% more violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (1.7 vs. NY avg 1.6).↑ 6% worse Rank #255 / 318 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 255th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations per inspection compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violation breakdown

2 Admission Standards NY avg: 0.5

1 Records and Reports NY avg: 2.0

1 Resident Services NY avg: 2.9

1 Retention and Standards NY avg: 0.8

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

March 11, 2025 complaint investigation found one violation of admission standards with an approved plan of correction.
December 18, 2024 complaint investigation found no violations and required no plan of correction.
March 28, 2024 renewal inspection found four deficiencies in admission standards, resident services, records and reports, and retention standards with an approved plan of correction.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Suite

Building Type: Single-storey

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Lindsay Constantine

Administrator, The Green

Lindsay Constantine serves as the Administrator at The Green, bringing dedicated leadership to the community. She is committed to fostering a warm and supportive environment for residents and staff alike, ensuring quality care and a positive living experience.

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4.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Jamestown's city center to Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.96 miles to nearest hospital (Jamestown VA Clinic)

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Assisted Living in New York

Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries is located in Jamestown, 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

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

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.

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.

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.

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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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.


Tanglewood Manor	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Jamestown (Fairmount Avenue)	158 Facility 158 NY AVG 160 Rank #332 / 748	Yes	50 Facility 50 NY AVG 63 Rank #781 / 1173	Tanglewood Manor, Inc.	79 Facility 79 NY AVG 83 Rank #232 / 344	11	72.7% Facility 72.7% NY AVG 44.4% Rank #254 / 318	6 Facility 6 NY AVG 6 Rank #212 / 318	22 Facility 22 NY AVG 14.5 Rank #276 / 318	2.0 Facility 2.0 NY AVG 1.6 Rank #267 / 318	Suite
Hultquist Place	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Jamestown	96 Facility 96 NY AVG 160 Rank #519 / 748	Yes	48 Facility 48 NY AVG 63 Rank #798 / 1173	Lutheran Housing Realty Inc.	93 Facility 93 NY AVG 83 Rank #73 / 344	3	66.7% Facility 66.7% NY AVG 44.4% Rank #232 / 318	3 Facility 3 NY AVG 6 Rank #129 / 318	3 Facility 3 NY AVG 14.5 Rank #155 / 318	1.0 Facility 1.0 NY AVG 1.6 Rank #200 / 318	Suite
Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Jamestown (Village Of Lakewood)	36 Facility 36 NY AVG 160 Rank #723 / 748	Yes	9 Facility 9 NY AVG 63 Rank #1090 / 1173	The Gerry Homes	93 Facility 93 NY AVG 83 Rank #73 / 344	3	66.7% Facility 66.7% NY AVG 44.4% Rank #232 / 318	2 Facility 2 NY AVG 6 Rank #97 / 318	5 Facility 5 NY AVG 14.5 Rank #186 / 318	1.7 Facility 1.7 NY AVG 1.6 Rank #255 / 318	Suite
Comfort Today	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Jamestown	-	No	45 Facility 45 NY AVG 63 Rank #826 / 1173	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	Suite

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What neighborhood is Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries in?

Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries is in the Village of Lakewood neighborhood of Jamestown.

Who is the owner of Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries?

The legal owner and operator of Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries is The Gerry Homes.

Is Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries in a walkable area?

Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries has a walk score of 9. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Does Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries have different floorplan options?

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How many beds does Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries have?

Orchard Grove – Assisted Living by Heritage Ministries has 36 beds.

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