Elderwood At Lancaster
Lancaster, NY · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 335577) · 96 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 2
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (716) 683-6165 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Elderwood At Lancaster has a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the New York state average of about 3.03. Its health inspection rating is 2 stars and its staffing rating is 2 stars.
Elderwood At Lancaster reports total nurse staffing of about 2.76 hours per resident per day, including roughly 0.84 RN hours per resident per day, with a CMS staffing rating of 2 stars. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 77.2%.
Elderwood At Lancaster has no federal fines on record and zero payment denials reported by CMS. There is no abuse icon and no Special Focus Facility designation noted for this facility.
About this facility
Elderwood At Lancaster is a 96-bed skilled nursing facility in Lancaster, Erie County, New York, with an average daily census of 86.5 residents. The facility is organized as a for-profit corporation and has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1977.
According to CMS Care Compare, Elderwood At Lancaster holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is at the New York state average of 3.03. The facility's four component ratings are mixed: the health inspection rating is 2 stars, the staffing rating is 2 stars, and the quality measure (QM) rating is 5 stars.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS shows total nurse staffing of approximately 2.76 hours per resident per day, including about 0.84 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 77.2%.
On the penalty record, CMS reports zero federal fines (no federal fines on record) and zero payment denials for this facility. There is no abuse icon flag and no Special Focus Facility designation reported for Elderwood At Lancaster.
Elderwood At Lancaster is part of the Elderwood chain, which operates 17 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 2.5 stars. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
This profile is based on data published by CMS Care Compare; families should consult the official Care Compare listing for the most current inspection, staffing, and quality details before making a decision.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Elderwood At Lancaster has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the New York state average of about 3.03.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 2.76 hours per resident per day, including 0.84 RN hours per resident per day, with a CMS staffing rating of 2 stars; nursing turnover is 77.2%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS reports zero fines totaling $0.00 and zero payment denials for this facility.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, CMS does not list an abuse icon or Special Focus Facility status for Elderwood At Lancaster.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 96 beds and has an average daily census of 86.5 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Elderwood chain, which includes 17 facilities with an average chain rating of 2.5 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification in 1977.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall quality, health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; Elderwood At Lancaster scores 3 overall, 2 for health inspections, 2 for staffing, and 5 for quality measures.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; contact the facility at 7166836165 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 7166836165 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current inspection, staffing, and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/335577?state=NY.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.