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Wesley Health Care Center INC

131 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 · Saratoga County

The Wesley Community offers affordable senior housing & care options in Saratoga Springs. Offering independent senior living to memory care.

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 78% 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 Saratoga Springs

Wesley Health Care Center INC is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Saratoga Springs, NY, with 356 certified beds and an average of about 279 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.94 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.48 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.94 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Saratoga Springs options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 356
Avg. residents/day: 279
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 335394

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	$12,900–$15,790/mo (median $13,970)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Albany 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: 3.94; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.48; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 47.9%; 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): 8
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-11-19
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-11-19Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-11-19Severity 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.

2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

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
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

131 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, 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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Google

3.3

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Common questions about Wesley Health Care Center INC

How much does Wesley Health Care Center INC cost?

Wesley Health Care Center INC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Saratoga Springs, NY area typically runs $12,900–$15,790 per month (median $13,970, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Wesley Health Care Center INC's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Wesley Health Care Center INC 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Wesley Health Care Center INC?

Staff provide about 3.94 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Wesley Health Care Center INC?

Wesley Health Care Center INC has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Wesley Health Care Center INC have availability?

Typically 78% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Wesley Health Care Center INC offer?

Wesley Health Care Center INC in Saratoga Springs, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 356 beds.

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