The 10 Best Rochester, NY Nursing Homes

We compiled this list of the best nursing homes in Rochester to help seniors and their families become more knowledgable about the local options in the event that they need skilled nursing or rehabilitation services.


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Hamilton Manor

Hamilton Manor is a small facility with well-landscaped grounds that you can enjoy with family. It is a Medicaid and Medicare approved facility.
  • Dietician services
  • X-ray and lab services on site
Hamilton Manor
Start My Search 1172 Long Pond Rd
Rochester, NY, 14626

Woodside Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation

Woodside Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation is a part of the Hurlbut Care Communities. It offers care in a single story facility that is very homelike.
  • Pet therapy with a rabbit, dog, and parrot
  • Mental health services available
Woodside Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation
Start My Search 2425 Clinton Ave S
Rochester, NY, 14618

Brighton Manor

Brighton Manor uses individualized treatment plans for its subacute rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. Bariatric accommodations are available.
  • Palliative care
  • Wound vac services
Brighton Manor
Start My Search 989 Blossom Rd
Rochester, NY, 14610

Creekview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Creekview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a newer nursing home with state of the art therapy equipment. It offers free meals for family and guests.
  • Whirlpool bathtub
  • iPads in each room
Creekview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Start My Search 525 Old Beahan Rd
Rochester, NY, 14624

The Brightonian Nursing & Rehabilitation

The Brightonian Nursing & Rehabilitation is conveniently located near hospitals, where it has affiliation agreements. It offers short-term rehabilitation services.
  • Field trips in an accessible bus
  • Colostomy care
The Brightonian Nursing & Rehabilitation
Start My Search 1919 Elmwood Ave
Rochester, NY, 14620

Baird Nursing Home

Baird Nursing Home utilizes one-on-one therapies in a small and homey setting. This includes music therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy.
  • Respite care
  • On-site lab work and x-rays
Baird Nursing Home
Start My Search 2150 Saint Paul St
Rochester, NY, 14620

Friendly Home

Friendly Senior Living operates 5 separate community buildings across the street from each other. The Friendly Home provides nursing care and rehabilitation services.
  • Transitional care
  • On-site gift shop
Friendly Home
Start My Search 3156 East Ave
Rochester, NY, 14618

Wesley Gardens

Wesley Gardens is a non-profit nursing home located in the Cultural District. Residents are evaluated every three months to ensure optimum, individualized care.
  • Respite and hospice care
  • Memory care available
Wesley Gardens
Start My Search 3 Upton Park
Rochester, NY, 14607

The Hurlbut Nursing & Rehabilitation

The Hurlbut Nursing & Rehabilitation offers skilled nursing care and rehabilitation, with a team specially trained in geriatric care. It has provided care to local seniors since 1969.
  • Wheelchair accessible bus
  • Private and semi-private rooms
The Hurlbut Nursing & Rehabilitation
Start My Search 1177 East Henrietta Rd
Rochester, NY, 14623

St. John

St. John offers every level of care, from independent and assisted living to memory care and hospice. St. John has an on-site doctor’s office and lab.
  • Diabetes management
  • Ambulation assistance
St Johns AL
Start My Search 150 Highland Ave
Rochester, NY, 14620

Additional Rochester Nursing Home Resources

For seniors in nursing homes, there are other services available to supplement their care. Here are five resources to help seniors in Rochester:

  • St. Andrew’s Food Cupboard: St. Andrew’s Food Cupboard has food for families in need of assistance. Call 585-338-1764 to learn more.
  • Hickok Center for Brain Injury: The Hickok Center for Brain Injury provides support options for anyone with a brain injury. Call 585-271-8640 for more information about the program.
  • Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester: The Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester is dedicated to helping people with breast cancer. Call 585-473-8177 for more information.
  • American Cancer Society in Rochester, NY Office: The American Cancer Society in Rochester, NY Office coordinates support programs for anyone with cancer. Call 585-288-1950 to participate.
  • American Diabetes Association’s Rochester, New York: The American Diabetes Association’s Rochester, New York supports diabetes treatment options including educational resources. Call 585-458-3040 for more information.