Worth Considering
8
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Rochester, New York
8 of 23 nursing homes in Rochester (35%) meet our strict criteria. The New York statewide average is 29%.
8 recommended · 8 caution · 7 avoid · data
City Average
3.1
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
4,046
across 23 facilities
High Risk Facilities
7
6 Grade F
$799,246 in combined fines
Zero Fines
17
/23
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 8?
The nursing home market in Rochester, New York, is strong, with 23 facilities and 35% recommended. Families should be aware that while the top-rated Jewish Home of Rochester boasts excellent scores, there are 7 facilities with a total of $730,883 in fines that should be approached with caution.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Jewish Home of Rochester (93) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and an A grade. As a non-profit organization, Jewish Home of Rochester prioritizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 362 residents with zero fines, ensuring peace of mind for families.
- 2 Edna Tina Wilson Living Center (93) — With a stellar 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 93/100, Edna Tina Wilson Living Center stands out for its exceptional care. This non-profit facility emphasizes community and personalized services for its 120 residents, all while maintaining a perfect record with no fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 3 Park Ridge Nursing Home (85) — Park Ridge Nursing Home boasts a commendable 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 85/100. As a non-profit facility with zero fines, it is dedicated to providing quality care for its 120 residents, ensuring a supportive and welcoming environment.
- 4 Latta Road Nursing Home West (85) — Latta Road Nursing Home West is a well-rated facility with a 5★ CMS score and a Trust Score of 85/100. Despite being a for-profit establishment, it maintains a commitment to quality care for its 40 residents, evidenced by its record of zero fines.
- 5 Church Home of the Protestant Episcopal Church (80) — Church Home of the Protestant Episcopal Church offers a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. This non-profit facility with 182 beds focuses on community care and has maintained an admirable record with no fines, ensuring a safe space for residents.
- 6 Woodside Manor Nursing Home Inc (80) — Woodside Manor Nursing Home Inc is recognized for its 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. As a for-profit facility with only 44 beds, it excels in providing quality care and has a perfect record with no fines, prioritizing resident well-being.
- 7 The Brightonian, Inc (80) — The Brightonian, Inc shines with a 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. This for-profit facility provides personalized care for its 54 residents while boasting a perfect record of zero fines, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
- 8 Hamilton Manor Nursing Home (80) — Hamilton Manor Nursing Home is rated 4★ by CMS with a Trust Score of 80/100. This for-profit facility, serving 40 residents, emphasizes quality care and has a commendable record of zero fines, making it a reliable choice for families.
The other 15 Rochester facilities didn't qualify — 7 carry Grade D or F ratings and 6 have fines totaling $799K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and an A grade. As a non-profit organization, Jewish Home of Rochester prioritizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 362 residents with zero fines, ensuring peace of mind for families.
With a stellar 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 93/100, Edna Tina Wilson Living Center stands out for its exceptional care. This non-profit facility emphasizes community and personalized services for its 120 residents, all while maintaining a perfect record with no fines.
Park Ridge Nursing Home boasts a commendable 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 85/100. As a non-profit facility with zero fines, it is dedicated to providing quality care for its 120 residents, ensuring a supportive and welcoming environment.
Latta Road Nursing Home West is a well-rated facility with a 5★ CMS score and a Trust Score of 85/100. Despite being a for-profit establishment, it maintains a commitment to quality care for its 40 residents, evidenced by its record of zero fines.
Church Home of the Protestant Episcopal Church offers a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. This non-profit facility with 182 beds focuses on community care and has maintained an admirable record with no fines, ensuring a safe space for residents.
Woodside Manor Nursing Home Inc is recognized for its 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. As a for-profit facility with only 44 beds, it excels in providing quality care and has a perfect record with no fines, prioritizing resident well-being.
The Brightonian, Inc shines with a 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. This for-profit facility provides personalized care for its 54 residents while boasting a perfect record of zero fines, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
Hamilton Manor Nursing Home is rated 4★ by CMS with a Trust Score of 80/100. This for-profit facility, serving 40 residents, emphasizes quality care and has a commendable record of zero fines, making it a reliable choice for families.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Rochester Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.1 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 15?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 6 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 6 Have fines totaling $799,246
- Low-scoring facilities
- 8 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 8 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Rochester Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Rochester's city average is 3.1 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
6 of 23 Rochester facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Rochester avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Rochester facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Rochester, NY are recommended?
8 of 23 nursing homes in Rochester (35%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Rochester "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Rochester?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.