Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
822 Cedar Avenue · Niagara Falls, NY · 14301 · 7162821207
160 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: The Sherman Family
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 72 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.73 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.73 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.36 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.29 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 36% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (23 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F April 8, 2026 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected May 22, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 30, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E November 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
Corrected December 20, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E July 15, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2024
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 only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 15, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 15, 2024 · found via complaint
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 August 28, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 5, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 1, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected February 1, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 16, 2022
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 23, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 16, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 23, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 16, 2022
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected July 23, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 16, 2022
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected July 23, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 16, 2022
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected August 12, 2022 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2020
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 20, 2020 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2020
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected April 20, 2020 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 28, 2020
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 April 20, 2020 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2020
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected April 20, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2020
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 20, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335742 · certified since March 12, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.