Best Skilled Nursing in Syracuse, New York
7 communities found
Syracuse has 8 skilled nursing communities, with an average rating of 3.4 across 7 rated communities and 1,194 reviews read. Medicare Star data covers 6 of these, averaging 2.2 stars, with one five-star and two one-star communities. Most communities are large, with 6 of 7 falling into that size category and none reporting published prices.
- 7communities
- 3.4average rating, 6 rated
- 1,170family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Upstate Community Hospital
Syracuse, New York
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Bishop Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
Syracuse, New York
3.8(325)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
Syracuse, New York
3.8(477)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Central Park Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
Syracuse, New York
3.7(169)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Menorah Park of CNY
Syracuse, New York
3.4(39)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
St. Camillus
Syracuse, New York
3.3(76)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Loretto Health & Rehabilitation
Syracuse, New York
2.4(84)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Syracuse
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Bishop Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
3.8 (325 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 440 units
- 2
Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
3.8 (477 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 513 units
- 3
Central Park Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
3.7 (169 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 160 units
Families describe compassionate staff and a clean environment, but experiences vary significantly depending on staff and shift.
- 4
3.4 (39 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 132 units
- 5
3.3 (76 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 284 units
Staff treat residents with warmth and dignity, though long call button wait times and food quality are recurring complaints.
- 6
Loretto Health & Rehabilitation
2.4 (84 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 583 units
This skilled nursing and rehab facility holds a low 2.4 rating from 81 reviews, suggesting many visitors were dissatisfied.
What families say about skilled nursing in Syracuse
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Syracuse communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise activities and social life, cited by 71% of 7 communities, and caring, attentive staff, noted by 57%. Medical and nursing care and building and grounds each come up in 43% of communities, while concerns center on staff attitude, cost and billing, and safety, each mentioned in 29% of communities.
Praised most
- Activities and social life 67%
- Caring, attentive staff 50%
- Medical and nursing care 50%
- Building and grounds 33%
- Warm, home-like feel 33%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 33%
- Cost and billing 33%
- Food and dining 17%
- Communication with families 17%
Skilled Nursing in Syracuse: the figures
- •Of the 7 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60.
- •6 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 3 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (7), 24-hour staff (7), on-site nurse (rn) (7), emergency call system (7), medication management (7), housekeeping (7).
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 Syracuse
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool5.6 mi | 6 | 4 / 5 | 5.6 mi |
| Auburn21.6 mi | 12 | 3.9 / 5 | 21.6 mi |
| Cortland30.6 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 30.6 mi |
| Oswego32 mi | 9 | 3.7 / 5 | 32 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 7 communities listed in Syracuse, 1,170 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 24, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Syracuse ask about.
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- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Syracuse: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Syracuse, New York?
MyLivingChoice lists 7 skilled nursing long term care communities in Syracuse, New York, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Syracuse are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing (3.8★, 477 ratings), Bishop Rehabilitation And Nursing Center (3.8★, 325 ratings), Central Park Rehabilitation And Nursing Center (3.7★, 169 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Syracuse?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Syracuse has assisted living (11 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (7 communities), independent living (4 communities), memory care (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Syracuse?
Families rate Syracuse skilled nursing long term care communities 3.4 out of 5 on average, across 1,170 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Syracuse skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Syracuse communities, the most common praise is activities and social life (mentioned for 67%), caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 50%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (33%), cost and billing (33%), food and dining (17%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Syracuse?
Of the 7 Syracuse communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Syracuse nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
6 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Syracuse carry an overall star rating, averaging 2 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 3 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.