Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
822 Cedar Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14301
Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a nursing home in Niagara Falls, New York. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
At a glance
- CMS overall star rating3 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionApril 8, 2026 (7 months ago)
- Health citations since June 16, 202221 (New York average 21)
- Fines in the past three yearsNone listed by CMS
- CMS flagsNone listed by CMS
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CMS flags
CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on April 8, 2026
4 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0925. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 22, 2026.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 22, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0658 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0687. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate foot care.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 22, 2026.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 22, 2026.
Fire safety inspection on April 8, 2026
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0161. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Use approved construction type or materials.
CMS has cited this home for K0161 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 22, 2026.
Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 22, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0355. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 22, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0355 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0712. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 22, 2026.
Citation K0754. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 22, 2026.
Citation K0929. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 22, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0929 2 times since 2022.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0600 from the health inspection on December 30, 2024.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation E0004 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation E0006 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation E0041 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0161 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0225 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0325 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0345 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0351 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0353 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0355 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0372 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0901 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0918 from the fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024.
Health inspection on December 30, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 30, 2023.
Health inspection on November 20, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0728. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 20, 2024.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on July 15, 2024
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation F0658. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Fire safety inspection on July 15, 2024
13 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0161. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Use approved construction type or materials.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 27, 2024.
Citation K0345. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation K0351. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation K0355. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation K0901. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0225. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation K0325. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation E0004. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation E0006. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
Citation E0041. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2024.
CMS update of March 28, 2024
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
Health inspection on February 22, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Health inspection on December 21, 2023
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 1, 2024.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 1, 2024.
Health inspection on June 16, 2022
5 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0689. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2022.
Citation F0698. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2022.
Citation F0919. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 12, 2022.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2022.
Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2022.
Fire safety inspection on June 16, 2022
8 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0161. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Use approved construction type or materials.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 23, 2022.
Citation K0223. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2022.
Citation K0291. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2022.
Citation K0355. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2022.
Citation K0531. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 1, 2022.
Citation K0711. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2022.
Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2022.
Citation K0929. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2022.
CMS star ratings
- 3 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 3 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 2 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 3 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (716) 282-1207
- Last standard health inspection
- April 8, 2026 (7 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 160
- Residents per day, on average
- 143.7
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Amerifalls, LLC
- Chain
- The Sherman Family
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
The same number of health citations as the New York average (21).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- NIAGARA INVESTORS, LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 40% · since 06/19/2012
- GOLDSTEIN, JEFFERY5% or greater direct ownership interest · 25% · since 06/19/2012
- SHERMAN, ISRAEL5% or greater direct ownership interest · 10% · since 06/19/2012
Questions
When was Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center last inspected?
CMS lists April 8, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center have?
CMS lists 21 health citations since June 16, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 3 of 5.
Is Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.