The Baptist Home at Brookmeade
Scout 81Rhinebeck, NY · 120 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Rhinebeck's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,180–$17,350/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingCMS verified
Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC
21 Ferncliff Drive, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 · Dutchess County
On the western edge of historic Rhinebeck, New York, Ferncliff is tucked away on
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 76% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Rhinebeck
Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Rhinebeck, NY, with 309 certified beds and an average of about 234 residents per day. It operates as part of the Archcare network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.25 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.25 hrs/resident/day)
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Rhinebeck options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 309
- Avg. residents/day
- 234
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Archcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 335405
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $14,180–$17,350/mo (median $15,350) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Kiryas Joel prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.25
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.41
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 43.4%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 10
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-27
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (34 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-14Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-02-27Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-02-27Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2025-02-27Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2025-02-27Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-02-27Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
2025-02-27Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
2025-02-27Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
21 Ferncliff Drive, Rhinebeck, NY
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC
How much does Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC cost?
Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Rhinebeck, NY area typically runs $14,180–$17,350 per month (median $15,350, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC?
Staff provide about 3.25 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC?
Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC has 34 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC have availability?
Typically 76% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC offer?
Ferncliff Nursing Home Co INC in Rhinebeck, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 309 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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