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Best Skilled Nursing in Rochester, New York

27 communities found

Rochester has 27 skilled nursing communities, all residential, with an average rating of 3.4 across 24 rated communities based on 1,272 reviews read. Medicare Care Compare data covering 22 of these communities shows an average of 3 stars, with 5 communities earning five stars and 7 earning one star.

  • 27communities
  • 3.4average rating, 24 rated
  • 1,272family reviews read
  • 1operator-verified
  • 0small homes, 10 or fewer

Best-rated skilled nursing in Rochester

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

  1. 1

    Chapel Oaks

    4.7 (45 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    Chapel Oaks holds a 4.7 Google rating from 45 reviews, though no specific reviewer comments describe day-to-day family experiences.

  2. 2

    St. Ann's Home at St. Ann's Community

    4.5 (71 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 470 units

    St. Ann's Home is a large skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Rochester licensed for up to 470 residents, rated highly by families.

  3. 3

    The Landing of Brighton

    4.5 (61 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    Families describe The Landing of Brighton as clean and welcoming, with hands-on staff, strong food quality, and engaging daily activities.

  4. 4

    GrandeVille Senior Living CommunityVerified

    4.3 (28 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

  5. 5

    Hamilton Manor Nursing Home

    4.3 (23 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 40 units

    Hamilton Manor Nursing Home is a small skilled nursing community with a 4.3 rating from 23 Google reviews, though no detailed review text was provided.

  6. 6

    Latta Road Nursing Home East

    4.1 (15 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 40 units

    Families describe Latta Road Nursing Home East as a small, home-like facility where staff are praised for warmth, attentiveness, and positive communication.

  7. 7

    RRH Park Ridge Commons Senior Living

    3.8 (8 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units

    Park Ridge Nursing Home holds a 3.9 rating from a small number of Google reviewers, though no detailed review comments describe specific experiences.

  8. 8

    Kirkhaven

    3.8 (92 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 147 units

  9. 9

    Woodside Manor Nursing Home

    3.6 (18 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 44 units

    Families describe Woodside Manor as a small facility where therapy, nursing, and administrative staff coordinate care and communicate well with relatives.

  10. 10

    Monroe Community Hospital

    3.5 (55 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 566 units

What families say about skilled nursing in Rochester

Counted across the review summaries of 27 Rochester communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Families most often praise medical and nursing care, mentioned in 37% of the 27 communities' summaries, along with activities and social life and building and grounds, each cited in 33%. Caring, attentive staff appear in 30% of summaries, and cleanliness in 11%. On the concern side, communication with families is the most common complaint at 56%, followed by cost and billing at 41%, building and upkeep at 33%, and staff attitude at 15%.

Praised most

  • Medical and nursing care 37%
  • Activities and social life 33%
  • Building and grounds 33%
  • Caring, attentive staff 30%
  • Cleanliness 11%

Concerns raised

  • Communication with families 56%
  • Cost and billing 41%
  • Building and upkeep 33%
  • Staff attitude 15%

“Beautiful facility and grounds, wonderful staff, nice dining area and delicious food and some great, fun filled & well run activities to entertain and keep the residents busy. Highly recommend ❤️”

“We toured Chapel Oaks and found it to be an exciting possibility for the future. The luncheon that was offered was exceptional. The tour guide was knowledgeable. Financial models were included in the package provided.”

Skilled Nursing in Rochester: the figures

  • •Of the 23 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 6 have 11 to 60, and 17 have more than 60.
  • •22 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.9 out of 5: 9 rated four stars or better, 7 rated one star.
  • •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (26), emergency call system (26), 24-hour staff (26), housekeeping (26), medication management (25), on-site nurse (rn) (24).

How families pay for skilled nursing in New York

Most families in New York cover assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds, often drawing on retirement savings, pensions and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent purchased a policy years earlier, can also help offset the monthly cost, though the amount and terms vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that provides additional monthly income to help pay for personal care. It is worth checking with the VA directly, since eligibility depends on service history, income and care needs.

The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in New York.

Skilled Nursing near Rochester

Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.

CityCommunitiesRating
Webster7.8 mi53.7 / 5
Pittsford8.1 mi64.3 / 5
Penfield8.6 mi54.3 / 5
Fairport10.9 mi83.9 / 5
Canandaigua26.2 mi114 / 5

All of New York: Skilled Nursing in New York. Closer to home? Compare skilled nursing near you, sorted by distance.

About these figures

Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 27 communities listed in Rochester, 1,272 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.

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Skilled Nursing in Rochester: Common Questions

How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Rochester, New York?

MyLivingChoice lists 27 skilled nursing long term care communities in Rochester, New York, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Rochester are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Chapel Oaks (4.7★, 45 ratings), St. Ann's Home at St. Ann's Community (4.5★, 71 ratings), The Landing of Brighton (4.5★, 61 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Rochester?

Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Rochester has skilled nursing / long term care (27 communities), assisted living (19 communities), independent living (18 communities), at-home care (16 communities), memory care (9 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Rochester?

Families rate Rochester skilled nursing long term care communities 3.4 out of 5 on average, across 1,272 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in Rochester skilled nursing long term care communities?

Across the review summaries of 27 Rochester communities, the most common praise is medical and nursing care (mentioned for 37%), activities and social life (mentioned for 33%), building and grounds (mentioned for 33%). The most common concerns are communication with families (56%), cost and billing (41%), building and upkeep (33%).

Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Rochester?

Of the 23 Rochester communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 6 have 11 to 60, and 17 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.

How do Rochester nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?

22 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Rochester carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.9 out of 5. 9 are rated four stars or better and 7 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.