nursing home in Valhalla, NY
The Grove at Valhalla Rehab and Nursing Center
61 Grasslands Road, Valhalla, NY 10595 · (914) 681-8400
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Grove at Valhalla Rehab and Nursing Center at a glance
The Grove at Valhalla Rehab and Nursing Center is a 160-bed for-profit nursing home in Valhalla, New York (Westchester County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New York average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 20, 2025) found 13 health citations. The New York average is 8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.2% 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
- Carerite Centers
- Medicare-certified since
- June 19, 1998
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Westchester County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335809
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3.19 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.71 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.96 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.81 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.2% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 62.1% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 13 | 8 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 76 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,070 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 160 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 154 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.2% | 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) | 2.8% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.4% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.3% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| 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) | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.1% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.3% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.3% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 12.3% | 19.5% | 12.8% | Average |
| 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) | 3.1% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 35.4% | 19.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.7% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.5% | 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) | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 66.9% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 72.5% | 77.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 32 health deficiencies and 23 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 20, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 12, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 12, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 12, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 12, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 12, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 12, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 12, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Standard | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0574 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Standard | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0810 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Complaint | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 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 January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Complaint | 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 January 2, 2026 |
| November 20, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| May 9, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2024 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Meet Health Care Facilities Code mechanical requirements. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0900 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 21, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 18, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 3, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 May 9, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 30, 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 May 9, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 30, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| August 21, 2019 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 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 September 30, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 Fire safety | Develop a communication plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected September 30, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 4, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 4, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 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 October 4, 2019 |
| August 21, 2019 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2019 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| EINHORN, SHARON Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 25% | 12/01/2014 |
| FRIEDMAN, DEVORAH Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 25% | 12/01/2014 |
| LANDA, JUDY Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 12/01/2014 |
| PALEKAR, SHEKHAR Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2023 |
| PITOGO, MARIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2024 |
| THOMAS, SOUMYA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| FRIEDMAN, DEVORAH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2014 |
| LANDA, JUDY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2014 |
| PALEKAR, SHEKHAR Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2023 |
| PITOGO, MARIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2024 |
| THOMAS, SOUMYA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Grove at Valhalla Rehab and Nursing Center's rating?
The Grove at Valhalla Rehab and Nursing Center has 2 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 The Grove at Valhalla Rehab and Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 13 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Grove at Valhalla Rehab and Nursing 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 The Grove at Valhalla Rehab and Nursing Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Carerite Centers. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Grove at Valhalla Rehab and Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
The Grove at Valhalla Rehab and Nursing Center is at 61 Grasslands Road, Valhalla, NY 10595. Phone: (914) 681-8400.
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.