Diversicare of Oneonta is a nursing home in Oneonta with a daily average of about 106 residents and 120 certified beds, so people can expect a larger community where there's always something going on and new faces around, and the place has offered everything from short stay rehabilitation and complex medical care to long term, hospice, and memory care services, with support from a full care team, including skilled caregivers who deal with a lot of different health needs. Management changed to Eran Ratner in September 2024, and the facility stays connected to Diversicare Healthcare Services LLC, Diversicare Management Services LP, and has Diversicare Leasing Company III LLC as a direct owner, which brings a lot of experience in running places like this. People living there get personalized care, focusing on dignity and respect, and the staff tries to help everyone rebuild abilities, boost confidence, and regain some independence if possible, and they keep coming up with activities, nutritious meals, and ways to make the community welcoming, from household appliances to special rooms and social programs.
Inspections in recent years have found several issues, with ten total deficiencies, including two related to infection control, and problems with their PASARR screening for mental disorders or intellectual disabilities, which could put people at possible risk if not fixed, though there's been no direct harm reported from those. The place also fell short with resident assessment, care planning, and making sure assessments are well-coordinated and referrals happen, which again creates potential for harm if those gaps aren't closed, as well as a more serious finding about not having strong enough policies against abuse, neglect, or theft, which the reports said put resident safety in immediate danger. Infection control remains another area where the facility has work to do as there were reports of contamination issues, but state inspectors haven't described individual patients being harmed. Staffing levels show a nurse turnover rate of 42.5%, which is a bit better than the state average of 48.1%, though nurse hours per resident per day sits below the state average at 3.19 hours compared to 3.9, which can sometimes stretch the team thin.
The facility emphasizes helping residents restore abilities and learn new skills, always aiming to improve self-respect and hope. Amenities cater to older adults, including common features found in homes for seniors, and programs are in place for those needing various levels of assisted living. Reviews are mixed, with an average rating of 3.0 from 32 reviewers, which means some families and residents find it suits their needs while others have had concerns. The environment tries to be friendly and supportive, and while the staff wants to deliver the best care possible, the inspection record and staffing numbers show there are areas for improvement. Overall, Diversicare of Oneonta gives people in Oneonta and surrounding areas an option for nursing care, short stays, and assisted living, though people should consider the inspection findings and current service levels when making a choice.
