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Wayne Health Care

100 Sunset Drive, Newark, NY 14513 · Wayne County

The DeMay Living Center offers long-term care services and adult day care programming in Newark, NY.

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 97% full (176 of 182 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Newark

Wayne Health Care is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Newark, NY, with 182 certified beds and an average of about 176 residents per day. It operates as part of the Rochester Regional Health network.

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

Staff provide about 3.84 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.58 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.84 hrs/resident/day)

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 182
Avg. residents/day: 176
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Rochester Regional Health
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 335403

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	$12,580–$15,390/mo (median $13,620)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Rochester 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: 3.84; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.58; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 39.5%; 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): 1
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-09-13
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-09-13Severity 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.

2022-05-23Severity J — immediate jeopardyQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2022-05-23Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2019-08-06Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2019-08-06Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…

2019-08-06Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

100 Sunset Drive, Newark, 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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3.8

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Common questions about Wayne Health Care

How much does Wayne Health Care cost?

Wayne Health Care does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Newark, NY area typically runs $12,580–$15,390 per month (median $13,620, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Wayne Health Care's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Wayne Health Care 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Wayne Health Care?

Staff provide about 3.84 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Wayne Health Care?

Wayne Health Care has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-09-13). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Wayne Health Care have availability?

Typically 97% full (176 of 182 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Wayne Health Care offer?

Wayne Health Care in Newark, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 182 beds.

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