Walden Place
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Cortland, NY

Overview of Walden Place

Conveniently located in the neighborhood of Cortland, NY, Walden Place is a charming senior living community designed to provide excellent assisted living, memory care, and short term care. The community ensures that residents are well-cared for and comfortable by offering a reliable team of care professionals trained to offer them various services and assistance with their daily living activities. Residents find a comforting and relaxing living space with an array of carefully designed accommodations offered to give them a living environment that matches their preferences and needs.

Various amenities like a beauty and barber shop, complimentary Wi-Fi, a library, and an outdoor patio area are offered, combined with an array of planned activities for a fulfilling and vibrant living experience. Thanks to the community’s ideal location, the residents enjoy easy access to local attractions, shops, restaurants, and quality hospitals for a convenient lifestyle. Here, residents are sure to enjoy the retirement life they deserve.

(607) 756-8101
Bed community size
86-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 33 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAdult Home
CountyCortland

Ownership & Operating Entity

Walden Place is legally operated by SL Walden, LLC.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Walden Place

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care

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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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 1 enforcement action 9 violations 18 inspections

Enforcement Actions Info Enforcement actions are formal penalties or interventions imposed by New York regulators when an assisted living residence fails to meet state care, safety, or regulatory standards. They may include stipulations and orders, civil monetary penalties, operational restrictions, or appointment of temporary management.

Since 2021
1 enforcement action

This facility has 1 enforcement action. 57% of New York assisted living residences have zero, and the statewide average is 0.9.

  • October 15, 2021 #ACF-21-091

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2022 vs. New York state average
Overall vs. NY average 2 Worse Metrics worse than New York average:
• Total inspections (100% above)
• Inspections with violations (50% above)
6 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total violations (25% below)
• Violations per year (23% below)
• Violations per inspection (62% below)
• Inspection violation rate (25% below)
• Violations per inspection (29% below)
• Complaint visits (73% below)
Latest Inspection April 9, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total violations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 912 This facility has 25% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (9 vs. NY avg 12).↓ 25% better
Violations per year Info Average violations per year since 2022. 2.33 This facility has 23% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (2.3 vs. NY avg 3).↓ 23% better
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 0.51.3 This facility has 62% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.5 vs. NY avg 1.3).↓ 62% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

MetricThis FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 189 This facility has 100% more total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (18 vs. NY avg 9).↑ 100% worse
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 64 This facility has 50% more inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (6 vs. NY avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 33%44% This facility has 11 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (33% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 11% better
Violations per inspection Info Average violations recorded per inspection. 0.50.7 This facility has 29% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.5 vs. NY avg 0.7).↓ 29% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1555 This facility has 73% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (15 vs. NY avg 55).↓ 73% better

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

The most recent inspection on April 9, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed some deficiencies related mainly to admission and retention standards, resident services, and medication management. Complaint investigations were generally unsubstantiated, with no fines or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. Prior reports noted isolated issues with environmental standards and resident protections, but no immediate jeopardy or license actions occurred. The inspection history suggests improvement over time, with recent inspections consistently free of deficiencies.

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Lawsuit overview for Walden Place

Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.

Source: State court e-filing records

Total Cases Info Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure. 7
Active Cases Info Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture. 2 2 active
Closed Info Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes. 4 4 Disposed
Since Info Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure. 2011
Most Recent Info Year of the most recent filing. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility. 2025

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New York

Walden Place is located in Cortland, 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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Walden Place

What neighborhood is Walden Place in?

Walden Place is in the South Cortland neighborhood of Cortland.

Who is the owner of Walden Place?

The legal owner and operator of Walden Place is SL Walden, LLC.

Is Walden Place in a walkable area?

Walden Place has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How many beds does Walden Place have?

Walden Place has 86 beds.

What is the address of Walden Place?

Walden Place is located at 839 Bennie Rd, Cortland, NY 13045, United States.

What is the phone number of Walden Place?

(607) 756-8101 will put you in contact with the team at Walden Place.

What county is Walden Place located in?

Walden Place is in Cortland County.

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