Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
The Knolls, A Bethel Community
The Knolls, A Bethel Community is an Independent Living Home in New York
The Knolls, A Bethel… is an Independent Living Home in New York
The Knolls, A Bethel Community
The Knolls, A Bethel Community is an Independent Living Home in New York
The Knolls, A Bethel… is an Independent Living Home in New York
Overview of The Knolls, A Bethel Community
Set in picturesque Valhalla, New York, The Knolls, a Bethel community, is a vibrant haven tailored to seniors seeking an active, enriching lifestyle. As a not-for-profit organization, The Knolls redefines senior living, providing more than just a residence; it offers a thriving community where fun, wellness, and cultural engagement flourish. Situated amidst 30 acres of natural beauty, residents enjoy the serenity of mature woodlands and meticulously landscaped grounds, creating an idyllic backdrop for their daily activities.
From indoor heated swimming pools to a well-stocked library, creative arts studio, and game room, every corner of The Knolls exudes vitality and creativity. Additionally, the community offers amenities like a beauty salon, barbershop, gardening areas, and a healthcare center that provides skilled nursing care when needed. With scheduled transportation, 24-hour security, and an efficient emergency response system, residents can relish worry-free living, confident in the exceptional support and vibrant community surrounding them.
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
12
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
80.1%
Residents per day (avg)
16
Occupancy rate
80.1%
Residents per day (avg)
16
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
72% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
14% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
11 - 12 months
Medicaid
14% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 months
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$14.3M
Operating deficit
-$2.0M
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$14,343,136.00
Operating deficit
$-1,962,383.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.3M
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.
$13.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$16.3M
12-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score: 12 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility Type
Enriched Housing Program
Additional licensing details
County:
Westchester
Ownership & operating entity
The Knolls, A Bethel Community is legally operated by The Bethel Methodist Home.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at The Knolls, A Bethel Community
Independent Living
Assisted Living
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.
5 inspections
4 with violations, 1 without violations
1 complaint-related visit
New York average: 9 inspections, 39 complaint-related visits
Show Inspection Reports
4 violations
4 Records and Reports violations (NY avg: 2.0)
Violations indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 12 violations
0 enforcement actions
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.Compare Independent Living around White Plains
The Ambassador of Scarsdale
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
White Plains
144
Yes
35
KARP Scarsdale, LLC
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1 Bed
The Knolls, A Bethel Community
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Valhalla
20
No
12
The Bethel Methodist Home
80.1%
$12,326,802.00
$3,343,763.00
27.1%
15.50
5/5
5.5000
5/5
5/5
5/5
1 Bed
Atria Rye Brook
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Rye Brook
-
Yes
10
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Esplanade
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Palisades
-
No
12
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westchester Independent Living Center
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
White Plains
-
No
76
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1 Bed
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3.2 miles from city center
55 Grasslands Rd, Valhalla, NY 10595
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
68
Total Staff
41
Employees
27
Contractors
9,610
Total Hours (Quarter)
14
Avg Staff/Day
7.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 20 | 7.8 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 0 | 0 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 32 | 8.3 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
52 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
9 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
2.5hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
4.6hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
7.6%
of total hours from contractors
728 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 9
Certified Nursing Assistant: 15
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 17 | 15 | 32 | 4,338 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 9 | 20 | 2,402 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 566 | 64 | 70% | 6.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 470 | 77 | 85% | 5.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 441 | 59 | 65% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 405 | 54 | 59% | 7.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 245 | 48 | 53% | 4.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 145 | 23 | 25% | 6.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 49 | 20 | 22% | 2.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 39 | 13 | 14% | 3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 4 | 4% | 5.5 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 2% | 4.3 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Jul 2021 – Jul 2021)
1
Inspections
8
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
8
Citations/Inspection
Jul 2021
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
2
25% of total
Pharmacy Services
2
25% of total
Infection Control
1
13% of total
Administration
1
13% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
8
Complaint Investigations
0
State Comparison (NY)
Citations
8
New York average: 18.5
Critical Citations
0
New York average: 0.2
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 06, 2021 | D | Administration | F0836 | Corrected |
| Jul 06, 2021 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jul 06, 2021 | E | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jul 06, 2021 | D | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Jul 06, 2021 | D | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Jul 06, 2021 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Jul 06, 2021 | D | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Jul 06, 2021 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
20
Total Residents
Medicare
20
(100%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
CCRC
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
6.7
Score
32% better than avg
New York avg: 9.8
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
20.2
Score
12% worse than avg
New York avg: 18.1
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
16.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
3.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.0%
Depressive Symptoms
6.9%
Falls with Major Injury
6.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
83.3%
Antipsychotic Use
30.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
0.0%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
23.8%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
37.1%
52% worse than avg
New York: 76.6%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
1.3%
Near average
New York: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
66.7%
15% worse than avg
New York: 78.8%
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Knolls, A Bethel Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
80.1%
↑ 9.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1,962,383
↓ ~$655K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$3,879,131
↑ ~$232K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-15.9%
↓ 5.0pp vs 2022
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community First Choice Option
NY Medicaid CFCO
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.
- Services: Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord.
Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)
NY SCHE
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.
- Services: 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
- General: One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), 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 Specifics: Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.
- Services: 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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NY Medicaid CFCO
Community First Choice Option
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), assistive technology ($500 avg.).
NY EISEP
Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, 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 Specifics:Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), case management, transportation (~5 trips/month).
NY SCRIE
Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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 Specifics:Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord.
NY SCHE
Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value).
NYFSC Home Sharing
New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program
Requirements:
- General:One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), 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 Specifics:Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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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