The Hearth on James NY
The Hearth on James Ny in Syracuse’s Northside neighborhood provides independent living and assisted living options. Independent living combines private housing with communal amenities, while assisted living supports daily routines like bathing, dressing, and managing medication. Offering both care tiers in one location enables residents to receive extra personal support as health needs change over time.
Studio and one-bedroom apartments make up the residential floor plans, and household pets are permitted on campus. Outside the building, a walk score of 78 highlights a highly walkable neighborhood where non-driving residents can manage most daily errands on foot.
Individuals researching living arrangements in Syracuse can contact the Hearth on James to ask about unit availability or schedule an facility tour.
Community insights.
About This Community
Lawsuit overview for The Hearth on James NY
Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.
Source: State court e-filing records
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Hearth on James NY
Places of interest near The Hearth on James NY
0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Syracuse's city center to The Hearth on James NY's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.54 miles to nearest hospital (St. Joseph's Health Hospital)
Calculate Travel Distance to The Hearth on James NY
Add your location
Compare Independent Living around Syracuse
Info below is compiled from the NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
|
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
|
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
|
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
|
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
|
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
|
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
|
Share of inspections that resulted in violations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
|
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
|
Total count of violations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
|
The average number of violations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total violations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
|
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
|
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
| |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bernardine | IL AL | Syracuse | 148
Facility
148
NY AVG
105
Rank
#113 / 458 | No |
60
Facility
60
NY AVG
54
Rank
#140 / 328 | Loretto Adult Community, Inc | 22 | 27%
Facility
27%
NY AVG
54.5%
Rank
#111 / 451 | 18
Facility
18
NY AVG
6
Rank
#397 / 451 | 17
Facility
17
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#296 / 451 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#159 / 451 | - | - |
| The Heritage | IL AL MC | Syracuse | 79
Facility
79
NY AVG
105
Rank
#271 / 458 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
NY AVG
54
Rank
#223 / 328 | Loretto Adult Community, Inc | 25 | 28%
Facility
28%
NY AVG
54.5%
Rank
#116 / 451 | 21
Facility
21
NY AVG
6
Rank
#413 / 451 | 15
Facility
15
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#281 / 451 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#131 / 451 | - | - |
| The Nottingham | IL AL CCRC MC NH SNF | Jamesville | 64
Facility
64
NY AVG
105
Rank
#514 / 574 | No | - | Loretto Adult Community, Inc | 16 | 38% | 11 | 9 | 0.6 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - |
| Menorah Park of Central New York | IL ADC AL CCRC MC NH SNF | Syracuse (Eastside) | 61
Facility
61
NY AVG
105
Rank
#516 / 574 | No |
48
Facility
48
NY AVG
54
Rank
#318 / 450 | Jewish Home Of Central New York Senior Apartments, Inc | 14 | 50% | 9 | 29 | 2.1 | Studio / 1 Bed | - |
| The Hearth on James NY | IL AL | Syracuse (Northside) | - | Yes |
78
Facility
78
NY AVG
54
Rank
#91 / 328 | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed | A+ |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other NY assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in New York
The Hearth on James NY is located in Syracuse, New York State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New York State.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Hearth on James NY
What neighborhood is The Hearth on James NY in?
The Hearth on James NY is in the Northside neighborhood of Syracuse.
Is The Hearth on James NY in a walkable area?
The Hearth on James NY has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
How long has The Hearth on James NY been in business?
The Hearth on James NY has been operating for approximately 38 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Hearth on James NY?
Yes, The Hearth on James NY allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of The Hearth on James NY?
Yes — there are 6 photos of The Hearth on James NY in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does The Hearth on James NY provide?
The Hearth on James NY offers Independent Living & Assisted Living.
What is the address of The Hearth on James NY?
The Hearth on James NY is located at 830 James St, Syracuse, NY 13203.




