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HomeNew YorkJefferson's Ferry

Jefferson's Ferry

500 Mather Drive, South Setauket, NY 117206316502700Google Maps
0.0on Google(0 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
60
certified

How Jefferson's Ferry Compares in New York

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in New York. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
NY average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
NY average
2.7/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
NY average
2.8/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.30 hrs/day
NY average
3.62 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.09 hrs/day
NY average
0.71 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
49.5%
NY average
40.3%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the New York average of 3.0/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the New York average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.30 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.62.
Reported RN time is 1.09 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.71.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected May 31, 2024
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected May 29, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 2 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$13,718/mo
New York median
Private Room
$14,904/mo
New York median
Suffolk County 65+
263,382
17.3% of county
County Population
1,524,486
Suffolk County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Jefferson's Ferry is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in South Setauket, New York with 60 certified beds. It has been operating since 2001. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
60
Avg Residents/Day
47.8
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 6, 2001
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Suffolk
Last Inspection
May 29, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
4.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (4)

F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Jun 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0604Potential for Harm

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: Nov 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0888Minimal Harm

Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19

Survey: Aug 30, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.27 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.95 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.09 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.30 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.75 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.20 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
49.5%
RN Turnover
50.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (12)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
DANOWSKI, JAMESCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 24, 2010
DARWELL, WENDYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023
DAVIDOW, LAWRENCECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 7, 2022
ENGELHARDT, DEBRACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 1, 2019
KUBASEK-SHEMITZ, KIMCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 31, 2019
ROBERTS, KENNETHCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 7, 2022
SHATTES, WAYNECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 8, 1997
SINI, JOHNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2007
SNYDER, GLORIACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2016
AMTMANN, BRIANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 9, 2015
CAULFIELD, ROBERTCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AAug 1, 2009
COMERFORD, ANTHONYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 1, 2016

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Jefferson's Ferry and nearby alternatives.

All New York facilities
Jefferson's Ferry
South Setauket, NYCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Long Island State Veterans Home
Stonybrook, NY1.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Allegria Nursing & Rehab Center of Port Jefferson
Port Jefferson Stati, NY2.0 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehab and Nrsg
Port Jefferson, NY2.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $153,911
John T Mather Memorial Hosp T C U
Port Jefferson, NY3.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
St James Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
St James, NY3.5 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Luxor Nursing & Rehabilitation at Mills Pond
St James, NY3.5 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Jefferson's Ferry
South Setauket, NY · Current facility
—5/55/54/5None recorded
Long Island State Veterans Home
Stonybrook, NY
1.7 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Allegria Nursing & Rehab Center of Port Jefferson
Port Jefferson Stati, NY
2.0 mi1/51/52/5None recorded
Waters Edge at Port Jefferson for Rehab and Nrsg
Port Jefferson, NY
2.7 mi2/51/51/5$153,911
John T Mather Memorial Hosp T C U
Port Jefferson, NY
3.2 mi5/53/55/5None recorded
St James Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
St James, NY
3.5 mi4/53/52/5None recorded
Luxor Nursing & Rehabilitation at Mills Pond
St James, NY
3.5 mi5/54/52/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Jefferson's Ferry?▾
Jefferson's Ferry has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Jefferson's Ferry cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in New York is $13,718/month for a semi-private room and $14,904/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Jefferson's Ferry participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Jefferson's Ferry had any health inspection violations?▾
Jefferson's Ferry had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 29, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Jefferson's Ferry?▾
Jefferson's Ferry provides 5.30 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.09 RN hours, 0.95 LPN hours, and 3.27 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 49.5%.
How many beds does Jefferson's Ferry have?▾
Jefferson's Ferry has 60 certified beds with an average of 47.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 80% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Jefferson's Ferry?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in New York. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Jefferson's Ferry?▾
On Google Maps, Jefferson's Ferry has a rating of 0.0 out of 5 based on 0 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.