KENDAL ON HUDSON
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Kendal on Hudson in Sleepy Hollow, New York, has received a Trust Grade of A+, indicating it is an elite facility with excellent reputation and quality of care. It ranks #56 out of 594 nursing homes in New York, placing it in the top half, and #5 out of 42 in Westchester County, meaning only four local options are better. However, the facility has seen a concerning trend, with issues increasing from 1 in 2022 to 6 in 2024, raising questions about consistent care. Staffing is a strength, with a 5/5 star rating and a turnover rate of 23%, which is well below the state average, and they provide more RN coverage than 97% of other facilities, ensuring thorough oversight of resident care. Specific incidents of concern include failures to properly honor Do Not Resuscitate orders for three residents, and issues with expired medications and food safety practices in the kitchen. While the facility has many strengths, these deficiencies highlight important areas for improvement.
- Trust Score
- A+
- In New York
- #56/594
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 23% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 25 points below New York's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most New York facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 134 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of New York nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ○ Average
- 9 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (23%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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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 is low (23%)
25 points below New York average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 9 deficiencies on record
May 2024
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0645
(Tag F0645)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record reviews conducted during a Recertification Survey from 04/30/2024 to 5/06/24, it was determined t...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, interview and observation during the recertification survey conducted from 4/30/24 through 5/6/24 the facility did not ensure that a resident who was unable to carry out activi...
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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
Based on observations, record review and interviews conducted during the Recertification Survey from 4/30/24-5/6/24, the facility did not ensure 1 of 2 residents (Resident #19), reviewed for positioni...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #74 had diagnoses of dementia, depression, and delusional disorder. The Minimum Data Set (a resident assessment and ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0810
(Tag F0810)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, and record review conducted during the recertification survey, 4/30/2024-5/6/32024 the facility did not ensure that special eating equipment and utensils for a resid...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview conducted during a recertification survey from 4/30/24 to 5/06/24, the facility did not ensure that food was stored in accordance with professional standards for foo...
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May 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and record review conducted during a recertification survey, the facility did not ensure that ...
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Dec 2019
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review and interview conducted during the recent recertification survey, the facility did not ensure that medications held in the emergency box had been removed when they ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview and record review the facility did not ensure that food was prepared and stored according to professional standards for food safety. Specifically, 1) cooling temperatur...
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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+ (95/100). 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.
- • 23% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 25 points below New York's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Kendal On Hudson's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns KENDAL ON HUDSON 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 Kendal On Hudson Staffed?
CMS rates KENDAL ON HUDSON's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 23%, compared to the New York average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Kendal On Hudson?
State health inspectors documented 9 deficiencies at KENDAL ON HUDSON during 2019 to 2024. These included: 9 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Kendal On Hudson?
KENDAL ON HUDSON is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by KENDAL, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 26 certified beds and approximately 19 residents (about 73% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in SLEEPY HOLLOW, New York.
How Does Kendal On Hudson Compare to Other New York Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New York, KENDAL ON HUDSON's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (23%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Kendal On Hudson?
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 Kendal On Hudson Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, KENDAL ON HUDSON 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 Kendal On Hudson Stick Around?
Staff at KENDAL ON HUDSON tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 23%, the facility is 22 percentage points below the New York average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly. Registered Nurse turnover is also low at 20%, meaning experienced RNs are available to handle complex medical needs.
Was Kendal On Hudson Ever Fined?
KENDAL ON HUDSON 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 Kendal On Hudson on Any Federal Watch List?
KENDAL ON HUDSON 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.