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The Center for Nursing and Rehab at Hoosick Falls

Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility

21 Danforth Street
Hoosick Falls, NY 12090

Report Date
Nov 1, 2026
Data Through
Oct 1, 2026
Report ID
VR-NY-335601-2611
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Provider Category
Nursing home
Location
Hoosick Falls, NY
Record Period
2022–2026
Source Documents
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01

The Essentials

Summary

Across 4 inspections from August 2022 to August 2026, state surveyors documented 27 findings at The Center for Nursing and Rehab at Hoosick Falls; 13 have a recorded correction and 14 await one; CMS lists no enforcement action in the window.

Inspections
4
2022–2026, standard and complaint
Findings
27
Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
Corrected
13
Of 27 findings, with a recorded correction date
Penalties
0
No fines or payment denials in the window

Findings by Year

  • Findings
  • Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
2022: 4 findings across 1 inspection420221 inspection2023: 0 findings across 0 inspections020230 inspections2024: 7 findings across 1 inspection720241 inspection2025: 2 findings across 1 inspection220251 inspection2026: 14 findings across 1 inspection; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1142026*1 inspection2022: 4 findings across 1 inspection420221 insp.2023: 0 findings across 0 inspections020230 insp.2024: 7 findings across 1 inspection720241 insp.2025: 2 findings across 1 inspection220251 insp.2026: 14 findings across 1 inspection; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1142026*1 insp.

* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.

Findings by year
YearInspectionsFindingsOf which, actual harm (level G or above)
2022140
2023000
2024170
2025120
20261141

What the Record Shows

  • 13 of 27 findings have a recorded correction date.
  • CMS lists no fines or payment denials in this window.
  • 3 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
  • The latest standard inspection, August 24, 2026, recorded 14 findings (most serious: Level G).

What to Ask About

Report at a Glance

Facility
The Center for Nursing and Rehab at Hoosick Falls
Address
21 Danforth Street, Hoosick Falls, NY 12090
CMS Certification Number
335601
Provider Type
Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
Certified Beds
82
Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Record Window
August 30, 2022 to October 1, 2026
02

Chronology

Inspection History

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

  1. 2026

    Standard health inspection

    14 findings

    The same visit included a complaint investigation.

    • F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level GActual harmDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F584Honor 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
    • F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  2. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    2 findings

    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 4, 2025
    • F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 4, 2025

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  3. 2024

    Standard health inspection

    7 findings

    The same visit included a complaint investigation.

    • F584Honor 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 15, 2024
    • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 19, 2024
    • F761Ensure 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 19, 2024
    • F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 10, 2024
    • F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 19, 2024
    • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2024
    • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 19, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  4. 2022

    Standard health inspection

    4 findings

    • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 28, 2022
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 28, 2022
    • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 28, 2022
    • F584Honor 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.Level CPotential for minimal harmCorrected Oct 28, 2022

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

03

Context

Patterns Worth Examining

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

  1. 1

    Care Plans, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F656 in August 2022 and October 2024. This citation covers whether each resident has a written care plan that meets their needs, with goals that can be measured. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    22242526F656 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  2. 2

    Dignity and Resident Rights, No Recorded Correction

    F550 was cited in August 2026. This citation covers residents’ right to dignity, to make their own choices and to communicate. The most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F550 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  3. 3

    Citation F561, No Recorded Correction

    F561 was cited in August 2026. The agency describes it this way: Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. The most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F561 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  4. 4

    Citation F568, No Recorded Correction

    F568 was cited in August 2026. The agency describes it this way: Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. The most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F568 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  5. 5

    A Clean, Homelike Setting, No Recorded Correction

    F584 was cited in August 2022, October 2024 and August 2026. This citation covers whether rooms and shared spaces are kept safe, clean, comfortable and homelike. The most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F584 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  6. 6

    Protection From Abuse and Neglect, No Recorded Correction

    F600 was cited in August 2026. This citation covers whether residents are protected from abuse and neglect by anyone. The most serious was level G (actual harm). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F600 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  7. 7

    Citation F605, No Recorded Correction

    F605 was cited in August 2026. The agency describes it this way: Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. The most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F605 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  8. 8

    Reporting Suspected Abuse, No Recorded Correction

    F609 was cited in August 2026. This citation covers whether suspected abuse, neglect or theft is reported to the authorities on time, with the results of the home’s investigation. The most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F609 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  9. 9

    Citation F628, No Recorded Correction

    F628 was cited in August 2026. The agency describes it this way: Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. The most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F628 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  10. 10

    Help With Daily Living, No Recorded Correction

    F677 was cited in August 2026. This citation covers help with bathing, dressing, eating and toileting for residents who cannot manage alone. The most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F677 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  11. 11

    Pharmacy Services, No Recorded Correction

    F755 was cited in October 2024 and August 2026. This citation covers pharmacy services and the licensed pharmacist who oversees them. The most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F755 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  12. 12

    Food Quality and Temperature, No Recorded Correction

    F804 was cited in August 2026. This citation covers whether food and drink are palatable, attractive and served at a safe temperature. The most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F804 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  13. 13

    Citation F809, No Recorded Correction

    F809 was cited in August 2026. The agency describes it this way: Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. The most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F809 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  14. 14

    Kitchen and Food Safety, No Recorded Correction

    F812 was cited in August 2022, October 2024 and August 2026. This citation covers how food is stored, prepared and served. The most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F812 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
  15. 15

    Garbage and Refuse, No Recorded Correction

    F814 was cited in August 2026. This citation covers whether garbage and refuse are disposed of properly. The most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more). The August 2026 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    22242526F814 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
04

For Your Next Visit

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

  1. 01

    How is a care plan written and reviewed here, and how do families take part in it?

    Care Plans: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

  2. 02

    How do staff learn each resident’s preferences, and how is a complaint about dignity handled?

    Dignity and Resident Rights: cited in one inspections, most seriously at level D. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  3. 03

    What changed after F561 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F561: cited in one inspections, most seriously at level D. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  4. 04

    What changed after F568 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F568: cited in one inspections, most seriously at level D. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  5. 05

    What was done about the cleanliness citation, and how are rooms and shared spaces checked now?

    A Clean, Homelike Setting: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  6. 06

    What happened after the abuse or neglect citation, and what changed in training or supervision?

    Protection From Abuse and Neglect: cited in one inspections, most seriously at level G. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  7. 07

    What changed after F605 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F605: cited in one inspections, most seriously at level D. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  8. 08

    How are staff trained to report suspected abuse or neglect, and who reports it to the state?

    Reporting Suspected Abuse: cited in one inspections, most seriously at level E. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  9. 09

    What changed after F628 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F628: cited in one inspections, most seriously at level E. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  10. 10

    How long do residents usually wait for help with bathing, dressing or the bathroom, and how is that tracked?

    Help With Daily Living: cited in one inspections, most seriously at level D. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  11. 11

    How often does the consultant pharmacist review each resident’s medications?

    Pharmacy Services: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  12. 12

    May we try a meal, and how do you check food temperature by the time it reaches residents?

    Food Quality and Temperature: cited in one inspections, most seriously at level D. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  13. 13

    What changed after F809 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F809: cited in one inspections, most seriously at level D. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  14. 14

    May we see the kitchen, and what do your own sanitation checks look like week to week?

    Kitchen and Food Safety: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  15. 15

    How is waste handled around the kitchen and resident areas?

    Garbage and Refuse: cited in one inspections, most seriously at level D. The August 24, 2026 citation has no recorded correction date.

  16. 16

    How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?

    No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.

  17. 17

    Has the home been fined or had payments denied before this record begins?

    CMS lists no fines or payment denials in this window. The record starts August 30, 2022; anything earlier is not in it.

05

The Evidence

Sources and Coverage

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the New York state survey agency.

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    New York state survey agency

    Inspection Aug 30, 2022 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    New York state survey agency

    Inspection Oct 8, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    New York state survey agency

    Inspection Nov 26, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    New York state survey agency

    Inspection Aug 24, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 335601

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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Coverage

Record windowAugust 30, 2022 – October 1, 2026

  • CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before August 2022 are not in this release.
  • CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.

What This Report Cannot Tell You

Complaints not investigated onsite
Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
Complaint allegations
CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
Facility-reported incidents
Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
Follow-up visits
CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
Fire safety inspections
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
Staffing levels and ownership history
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.

Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

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