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Ideal Senior Living Center

601 High Avenue, Endicott, NY 13760 · Broome County

UHS Senior Living at Ideal is an assisted living facility focused on providing elderly care services to residents of Endicott.

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Exceptional

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 79% 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

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One of Endicott's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Ideal Senior Living Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Endicott, NY, with 150 certified beds and an average of about 118 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.42 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.61 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $28,140 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.42 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•$28,140 in federal fines

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Endicott for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 150
Avg. residents/day: 118
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 335520

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$12,040–$14,730/mo (median $13,030)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Binghamton prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.42; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.61; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 28.6%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 2
Federal fines: 1 ($28,140)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2026-02-23
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (8 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-23Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2026-02-23Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2024-04-05Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

2024-04-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

2024-04-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

2024-04-05Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

2022-02-04Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

2022-02-04Severity 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.

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.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2024-04-05	Fine	$28,140

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

601 High Avenue, Endicott, NY

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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3.8

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Common questions about Ideal Senior Living Center

How much does Ideal Senior Living Center cost?

Ideal Senior Living Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Endicott, NY area typically runs $12,040–$14,730 per month (median $13,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Ideal Senior Living Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Ideal Senior Living Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Ideal Senior Living Center?

Staff provide about 4.42 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Ideal Senior Living Center?

Ideal Senior Living Center has 8 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-23). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Ideal Senior Living Center have availability?

Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Ideal Senior Living Center offer?

Ideal Senior Living Center in Endicott, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 150 beds.

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