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We’re pleased to share stories of daily life at The Maplewood, as well as some of the philosophy and knowledge that helps make The Maplewood distinctly different.

Best Nursing Home

Newsweek Ranks The Maplewood in the
Top Five Nursing Homes in New York for 2027

October 22, 2026

Maplewood Nursing Home has earned the distinction of being ranked by Newsweek as one of the top five Nursing Home in New York State in the 50-99 bed category. For the 2027 ranking, more than 14,693 facilities were analyzed and only 1325 were named one of America’s top nursing homes. Each of the top nursing homes were assessed and ranked based on four pillars: performance data, peer recommendations, accreditations and

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Exploring Nursing Home Options in Rochester, NY?
Learn How to Ask the Right Questions.

November 9, 2023

In the quest for the ideal nursing home for your loved one, it’s crucial to focus on key areas of importance. There are several questions that I hear quite often and I think they could be asked just a little bit differently to get more insightful responses. By crafting the right questions, you can streamline the process and get the information you’re really looking for. For instance, if you are

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U.S. News & World Report Names Maplewood a 2022-23 Best Nursing Home

December 21, 2022

The Maplewood has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for LONG-TERM CARE for 2022-2023 by U.S. News & World Report. This status has been achieved by earning a rating of 5 out of 5 and a long-term care rating of “High Performing,” the highest possible rating for Long-Term Care. U.S. News gives the designation of Best Nursing Home only to those homes that satisfy U.S. News’s assessment of the

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Greg Chambery and 75th Anniversary Plaque

Maplewood Celebrates 78 Years of Caring

November 14, 2022

This year marks The Maplewood’s 78th anniversary. We thought our Maplewood community would enjoy a little walk through our history. As many know, The Maplewood was started by Thomas and Johanna Chambery. The following was taken from an autobiography written by Johanna entitled “A Treasured Heritage.” It was 1946. Our partners, the Goff’s, and Thomas found a large mansion on Lake Ave. and Seneca Pkwy. that was for sale. It

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U.S. News & World Report Names The Maplewood a 2021-22 Best Nursing Home

November 18, 2021

The Maplewood is among the 13% of U.S. skilled nursing facilities that have been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2021-22 by U.S. News & World Report. As nursing homes and facilities across the country continue to grapple with the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, U.S. News remains at the forefront of providing data-driven information and guidance to help residents, families and caregivers understand their long- and short-term care

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A Simple Way to Help Your Loved One

January 20, 2021

Finding the right nursing home for your loved one doesn’t have to be hard. There are many different approaches to picking a nursing home, but one method offers a balance between simplicity and effectiveness: focusing on personality. Why Personality is Key Putting your loved one’s personality first provides a clear objective in a complex process. Instead of trying to determine which of the many factors you should prioritize (room size,

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The Maplewood’s History of Overcoming Obstacles

October 7, 2020

The Maplewood team has faced many challenges in our 70-plus years of caring for seniors. Working together to create a special and unique nursing home has been difficult but also deeply rewarding. Seeing our residents thrive brings immense joy; knowing we make a difference in their lives is powerful motivation for the work we do. It’s also what helped us get through difficult times in the past. Knowing we’ve already

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The Effects of Sedentary Lifestyles Among Seniors

The Effects of Sedentary Lifestyles Among Seniors

September 30, 2020

The aging process is natural. If you have an elderly loved one who is inactive, or even a loved one residing in a senior living community or nursing home who typically sits all day, it’s important to encourage them to get moving and to avoid a sedentary lifestyle. Seniors who don’t incorporate physical activity into their daily routines are losing essential health benefits and putting their overall health in danger.

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Brenda Forman Receives NYSHFA Senior Volunteer of the Year Award

September 24, 2020

Brenda Forman received the 2020 Senior Adult Volunteer of the Year Award from the New York State Health Facilities Association (NYSHFA) in recognition of her volunteer service at The Maplewood. Brenda has volunteered at The Maplewood for more than 14 years. She first became connected with the Maplewood through relatives who were residents at the facility. She would come to visit every day and when they passed away, she continued

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Medicare Waiver Streamlines Path to Rehabilitation Care

April 15, 2020

Does your loved one require a nursing home stay for rehabilitation? They may qualify for a special waiver, allowing them to avoid a hospital stay first. Medicare typically requires a three-day inpatient hospital stay before covering the costs of rehabilitation at a skilled nursing facility (SNF). For example, if your spouse needed rehab after being seen in a hospital emergency room, he/she would be required to stay in the hospital for at least

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