Elderwood at Waverly
37 North Chemung Street · Waverly, NY · 14892 · 6075652861
200 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Elderwood
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $120,884 in fines in the last 24 months.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$120,884 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.56 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.56 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.45 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.11 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 53% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $120,884 |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · K March 11, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Past Non-Compliance · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F March 28, 2025
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · J January 30, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 29, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected May 23, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected May 23, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 27, 2023
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.
Corrected June 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
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.
Corrected May 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected May 26, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 27, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected May 3, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected May 26, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E April 27, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 26, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 23, 2023 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 11, 2026 | Fine | $110,520 |
| January 30, 2025 | Fine | $10,364 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335346 · certified since December 10, 1971. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.