BEECHWOOD HOMES
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Beechwood Homes in Getzville, New York, has received an impressive Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and excels in care quality. It ranks #9 out of 594 facilities in New York, placing it in the top tier of nursing homes, and #2 out of 35 in Erie County, with only one local option rated higher. The facility is improving, having reduced issues from three in 2022 to just one in 2023, and boasts a strong staffing rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate that is on par with the state average at 40%. Notably, there have been no fines, which is a positive sign, though there are some concerns, such as a lack of proper monitoring for residents after incidents and failure to store medications securely. Overall, while Beechwood Homes has many strengths, families should be aware of these weaknesses in care practices.
- Trust Score
- A
- In New York
- #9/594
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 40% turnover. Near New York's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most New York facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 37 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for New York. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 7 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (40%)
8 points below New York average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near New York avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 7 deficiencies on record
Nov 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review conducted during the Standard survey completed on 11/8/23, the facility did n...
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Jan 2022
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review conducted during a Standard survey completed on 1/14/2022, the facility did not ensure that all alleged violations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review conducted during the Standard survey completed on 1/14/22, the facility did no...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Room Equipment
(Tag F0908)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview during the Standard survey completed on 1/14/22, the facility did not maintain all essential ...
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May 2019
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Tube Feeding
(Tag F0693)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews, and record review conducted during the Standard survey, completed on 5/9/19, the facility did ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Room Equipment
(Tag F0908)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review conducted during the Standard survey completed on 5/9/19, it was determined t...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review conducted during the Standard survey completed on 5/9/19, the facility did not ensure that ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in New York.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most New York facilities.
- • 40% turnover. Below New York's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Beechwood Homes's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BEECHWOOD HOMES an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within New York, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Beechwood Homes Staffed?
CMS rates BEECHWOOD HOMES's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 40%, compared to the New York average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Beechwood Homes?
State health inspectors documented 7 deficiencies at BEECHWOOD HOMES during 2019 to 2023. These included: 5 with potential for harm and 2 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Beechwood Homes?
BEECHWOOD HOMES is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 272 certified beds and approximately 183 residents (about 67% occupancy), it is a large facility located in GETZVILLE, New York.
How Does Beechwood Homes Compare to Other New York Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New York, BEECHWOOD HOMES's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (40%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Beechwood Homes?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Beechwood Homes Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BEECHWOOD HOMES has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in New York. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Beechwood Homes Stick Around?
BEECHWOOD HOMES has a staff turnover rate of 40%, which is about average for New York nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Beechwood Homes Ever Fined?
BEECHWOOD HOMES has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Beechwood Homes on Any Federal Watch List?
BEECHWOOD HOMES is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.