Wartburg Named Among Best Nursing Homes in New York for 12th Consecutive Year by U.S. News and World Report
MOUNT VERNON, NY - (January 2025) Wartburg’s Skilled Nursing Facility located in Mount Vernon, NY, was named one of the “Best Nursing Homes in New York State” for a twelfth consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report. Both Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care received ratings at the highest level in the “High Performing” category. Only 19% of nearly 15,000 skilled nursing facilities nationwide earned this distinction in even one of those categories. Of the 600 nursing homes in New York State, only 44 achieved a “High Performing” rating in both categories.
“We are so proud of the skilled services provided on this campus. Our continued presence as a top-tier nursing home in this country is only possible because of our employees’ steadfast commitment to quality care and service,” said Dr. David J. Gentner, Wartburg’s President and CEO. “The way the nursing home team works together to provide comfort and rehabilitative support to those entrusted to our care while offering a sense of trust is perhaps what’s most important.”
“We are incredibly honored to be recognized consistently as one of the Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report. This award is a testament to the unwavering dedication of our staff, who go above and beyond every day to provide compassionate, high-quality care to our residents. At Wartburg, we strive to create a supportive and nurturing environment that feels like home, and this recognition affirms our commitment to excellence in serving our community," said Bridget Zimmermann, Vice President of Operations and Administrator for Wartburg.
Since 2009, U.S. News’ annual Best Nursing Homes have helped consumers and their families decide where to go to receive quality rehabilitation and nursing home care. The 2024 edition of Best Nursing Homes features ratings of more than 15,000 nursing homes, evaluated on patient and resident outcomes, such as infection rates; staffing levels; reliance on antipsychotic drugs; health inspection results and other indicators of quality.
To calculate the Best Nursing Homes ratings, U.S. News evaluated each nursing home’s performance using a variety of quality measures obtained from CMS. The U.S. News methodology factors in data such as data on resident care, safety, outcomes and other aspects of quality. Both short- and long-term ratings include data on nurse staffing, use of antipsychotic drugs and success in preventing ER and hospital visits. The long-term care rating also includes measures of whether a home changed ownership and how well they were staffed on weekends.
Wartburg recently opened The Berkemeier Living Center, a 50,500 square-foot facility dedicated to Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia. The new Memory Care Center features 64 state-of-the-art residences, including 32 private and 32 companion suites, focused on Alzheimer’s and dementia care. The building was designed with small households, creating an intimate and comfortable residence with each household having its own living, dining, and kitchen spaces. Senior Housing News, a National Healthcare publication, presented Wartburg with a 2024 Architecture & Design Award.
About Wartburg
Nestled in Mount Vernon, NY, Wartburg stands apart with its holistic approach to senior living and healthcare. Unlike other adult communities, Wartburg offers a vibrant 34-acre campus where residents enjoy integrated services that extend well beyond typical care. Whether it’s independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation or adult day care, Wartburg’s continuum of care is designed to meet diverse needs with excellence. Their dedication to families extends beyond medical care, providing robust caregiver support at every stage. Recognized as one of the “Best Nursing Homes in New York State” by U.S. News & World Report for a remarkable twelve years running, Wartburg continues to set the standard in senior care, fostering a community where well-being thrives.
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