nursing home in West Seneca, NY
Seneca Health Care Center
2987 Seneca Street, West Seneca, NY 14224 · (716) 828-0500
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Seneca Health Care Center at a glance
Seneca Health Care Center is a 160-bed for-profit nursing home in West Seneca, New York (Erie County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the New York average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 8, 2024) found 5 health citations. The New York average is 8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $9,110.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.7% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 160
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The McGuire Group
- Medicare-certified since
- March 1, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Erie County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335504
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.81 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.32 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.25 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.37 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.7% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.8% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 36 | 62.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $9,110 | $23,070 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 160 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 152 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.7% | 90.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.5% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.6% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15.8% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.7% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.6% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.2% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.4% | 19.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 12.8% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.9% | 19.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.7% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.4% | 91.5% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.7% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.9% | 77.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 5, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2025 |
| November 8, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2024 |
| January 12, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 24, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 31, 2022 |
| January 12, 2023 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2023 |
| January 12, 2023 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2023 |
| March 12, 2020 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2020 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $9,110 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 5, 2025 | Fine | $9,110 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| VESTRA SPV1 LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 12/23/2020 |
| VESTRA SPV2 LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 12/23/2020 |
| FARBENBLUM, EDWARD Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/23/2020 |
| LIEBERMAN, ORLY Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/23/2020 |
| TIU SNYDERMAN, ZERLINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2025 |
| WHITTEMORE, KIRSTEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2025 |
| GRIGG, SUSAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| PHAN, TOM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| ROSSO, RALPH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| FARBENBLUM, EDWARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/23/2020 |
| GRIGG, SUSAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| TIU SNYDERMAN, ZERLINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| WHITTEMORE, KIRSTEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Seneca Health Care Center's rating?
Seneca Health Care Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New York nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Seneca Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Seneca Health Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Seneca Health Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of The McGuire Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Seneca Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Seneca Health Care Center is at 2987 Seneca Street, West Seneca, NY 14224. Phone: (716) 828-0500.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.