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ELDERWOOD AT WHEATFIELD

2600 NIAGARA FALLS BOULEVARD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304
Score: 43 / 100

CMS data shows Elderwood At Wheatfield earning a D grade with a score of 43/100, placing it below most facilities in New York. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.

With 3.13 total nurse hours per resident per day, Elderwood At Wheatfield falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 13 deficiencies at Elderwood At Wheatfield. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.13 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.71 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.76 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.65 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.61 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.42 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

13
Total Deficiencies
Aug 13, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 2 Minor 🟠 11 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0725 Severity F
    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0925 Severity E
    Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Environmental Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Aug 13, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 13.9% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 9.2% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 14.9% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 0.3% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 23.2% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 7.2% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 34.9% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 43 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
123
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 13, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
12