Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Yonkers, New York
1 of 5 nursing homes in Yonkers (20%) meet our strict criteria. The New York statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 4 avoid · data
City Average
2.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
924
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
4
3 Grade F
$160,181 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Yonkers, New York, is adequate but has significant concerns, with only 20% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware that four out of five facilities have incurred fines totaling $160,181, making careful selection crucial.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 ELIZABETH SETON CHILDREN'S CENTER (95) — Elizabeth Seton Children's Center stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-notch CMS 5-star rating. Its A+ grade and zero fines reflect a commitment to excellence and quality care, while the non-profit status emphasizes a strong focus on community well-being and support for families.
The other 4 Yonkers facilities didn't qualify — 4 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $160K.
Recommended
Elizabeth Seton Children's Center stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-notch CMS 5-star rating. Its A+ grade and zero fines reflect a commitment to excellence and quality care, while the non-profit status emphasizes a strong focus on community well-being and support for families.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Yonkers Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.2 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 3 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $160,181
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Yonkers Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Yonkers's city average is 2.2 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 5 Yonkers facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Yonkers avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Yonkers 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 Yonkers, NY are recommended?
1 of 5 nursing homes in Yonkers (20%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Yonkers "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 Yonkers?
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.