nursing home in Rochester, NY
Unity Living Center
89 Genesee Street, Rochester, NY 14611 · (585) 368-3881
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Unity Living Center at a glance
Unity Living Center is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Rochester, New York (Monroe 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 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 25, 2024) found 3 health citations. The New York average is 8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $12,868.
Nursing staff turnover is 29.4% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Rochester Regional Health
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1978
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Monroe County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335620
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.08 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.50 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.18 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.67 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 29.4% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 18.8% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 3 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 50.5 | 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) | $12,868 | $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 | 120 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 117 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.3% | 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) | 1.8% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.6% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.7% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.8% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 12% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 7.3% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15% | 19.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.7% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 68.5% | 91.5% | 93.6% | Worse |
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) | 0% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 75.5% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 51.4% | 77.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 11 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2025 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 14, 2025 |
| July 25, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| September 9, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 7, 2022 |
| September 9, 2022 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 7, 2022 |
| September 9, 2022 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 7, 2022 |
| September 9, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 7, 2022 |
| September 9, 2022 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 7, 2022 |
| September 9, 2022 Standard | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected November 7, 2022 |
| February 26, 2020 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2020 |
| February 26, 2020 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 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 $12,868 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 25, 2024 | Fine | $12,868 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADONIS, RACHEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| ALAG, KARAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/25/2019 |
| BECKER, LINDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| COONEY-MINER, DIANNE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2019 |
| DESTEPHANO, RALPH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| FERRIS, NANCY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| GALLINA, KAREN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| GLASTONBURY, HOWARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| HOUSEKNECHT, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/07/2016 |
| LYNCH, ANNA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| MAPSTONE, JEFFREY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| MEYERS, DANIEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| MULCONRY, MARCY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/25/2019 |
| NUCCITELLI, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| OLIVIERI, LEONARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| PATTON, ELIZABETH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| RIEDMAN, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/07/2016 |
| RIEDY, DAWN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2019 |
| RILEY, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| RIVERA, EFRAIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/07/2016 |
| SANDA, ROBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| SAWYKO, LEON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| SMITH, JUSTIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| TEDESCO, JULIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2019 |
| CRILLY, THOMAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2010 |
| HOLDER, NICHOLE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| HOYT, SHAWN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Unity Living Center's rating?
Unity Living 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 Unity Living Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Unity Living 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 Unity Living Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Rochester Regional Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Unity Living Center and how do I contact it?
Unity Living Center is at 89 Genesee Street, Rochester, NY 14611. Phone: (585) 368-3881.
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.