Nursing home · SNF / NF

Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Federal · CMS State licenseActive CMS certificationCCN 335638NY lic. 1401341NCMS abuse iconFor profit CMS overall

1014 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209 · Operated by Delaware Operations Assoc LLC · Chain Centers Health Care

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, release Nov 1, 2026 + state license · provenance

$25 Full Intelligence Report

Certified beds

200

Avg residents / day

187

Inspections

Citations

Harm-level

Fines

$140k

Facility type: Nursing home · SNF / NF
CMS provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
Certified beds: 200 CMS-certified beds (not state-licensed beds)
Licensed beds: 200 state-licensed beds · New York State Department of Health
State license: 1401341N active · licensee Delaware Operations Associates LLC
Average residents per day: 186.6 CMS, MDS-derived
CMS Certification Number: 335638
Certification status: Active CMS certification Verified
First approved (Medicare/Medicaid): Apr 8, 1980
Ownership type: For profit - Corporation
Operator (legal business name): Delaware Operations Assoc LLC
CMS chain: Centers Health Care 36 facilities
Phone: (716) 883-6782
Resident & family council: Resident
Sprinklers in all required areas: Yes
Official profile: Medicare Care Compare ↗

Inspection record · CMS window

Verified

Inspections

latest Nov 12, 2025

Citations

36 health · 23 fire

Harm or worse

no immediate jeopardy

Severity	Isolated	Pattern	Widespread
Immediate jeopardy	J·	K·	L·
Actual harm	G2	H1	I·
Potential harm	D22	E30	F1
Minimal	A·	B1	C2

CMS publishes about the three most recent standard surveys plus complaint and infection-control inspections from the prior three years. Older findings leave the dataset; their absence is not evidence they never happened.

CMS Five-Star ratings

Federal · CMS

Overall

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Penalties · about the last 3 years

Fines

$139,721

Payment denials

Latest

Nov 12, 2025

Date	Domain	Survey types	Citations	Most severe	Open
Nov 12, 2025	Health	Health Complaint	5	Actual harm	—	Open →
Jul 1, 2025	Health	Health Complaint	4	Actual harm	—	Open →
Jun 17, 2025	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	7	Potential harm	—	Open →
Jun 17, 2025	Health	Health Complaint, Health Standard	12	Potential harm	—	Open →
Apr 11, 2025	Health	Health Complaint	2	Potential harm	—	Open →
May 7, 2024	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	16	Potential harm	—	Open →
May 7, 2024	Health	Health Standard	3	Potential harm	—	Open →
Oct 18, 2022	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	0	No citations	—	Open →
Oct 18, 2022	Health	Health Standard	10	Potential harm	—	Open →

Enforcement

Penalties

Civil money penalties and denials of payment for new admissions, as published by CMS (about the last three years). Amounts may change on appeal.

Date	Type	Amount	Payment denial	Record
Nov 12, 2025	Civil money penalty (fine)	$36,478	—	335638\|Fine\|136162
Jun 17, 2025	Civil money penalty (fine)	$103,243	—	335638\|Fine\|134887

Scope × severity

Severity	Isolated	Pattern	Widespread
Immediate jeopardy	J·	K·	L·
Actual harm	G2	H1	I·
Potential harm	D22	E30	F1
Minimal	A·	B1	C2

By concept

Date	Tag	Deficiency	Scope / severity	Correction	Flags
Nov 12, 2025	F-0600	Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	G · Actual harm Isolated	Corrected Dec 29, 2025	Complaint
Nov 12, 2025	F-0689	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	G · Actual harm Isolated	Corrected Dec 29, 2025	Complaint
Nov 12, 2025	F-0573	Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Dec 29, 2025	Complaint
Nov 12, 2025	F-0609	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Dec 29, 2025	Complaint
Nov 12, 2025	F-0610	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Dec 29, 2025	Complaint
Jul 1, 2025	F-0600	Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	H · Actual harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 27, 2025	Complaint
Jul 1, 2025	F-0609	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 27, 2025	Complaint
Jul 1, 2025	F-0610	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 27, 2025	Complaint
Jul 1, 2025	F-0835	Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Administration & records	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Aug 27, 2025	Complaint
Jun 17, 2025	K-0291	Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	K-0321	Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	K-0374	Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	K-0521	Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	K-0712	Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	K-0918	Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	F-0550	Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	F-0584	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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 6, 2025	Complaint
Jun 17, 2025	F-0677	Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	F-0684	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	F-0690	Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	F-0693	Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Sep 15, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	F-0755	Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Aug 6, 2025	Complaint
Jun 17, 2025	F-0867	Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Administration & records	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Sep 15, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	F-0880	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	F-0925	Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 6, 2025	Complaint
Jun 17, 2025	F-0636	Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	C · Minimal Widespread	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Jun 17, 2025	F-0732	Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Staffing & supervision	C · Minimal Widespread	Corrected Aug 6, 2025
Apr 11, 2025	F-0550	Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 6, 2025	Complaint
Apr 11, 2025	F-0610	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 6, 2025	Complaint
May 7, 2024	K-0222	Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0223	Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0271	Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0281	Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0293	Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0311	Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0321	Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0324	Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0347	Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0353	Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0363	Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0372	Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0711	Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0712	Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0754	Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	K-0918	Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	F-0684	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	F-0689	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
May 7, 2024	F-0755	Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 25, 2024
Oct 18, 2022	F-0609	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Nov 16, 2022
Oct 18, 2022	F-0690	Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Nov 16, 2022
Oct 18, 2022	F-0693	Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Nov 16, 2022
Oct 18, 2022	F-0755	Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Nov 16, 2022
Oct 18, 2022	F-0756	Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Nov 16, 2022
Oct 18, 2022	F-0757	Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Nov 16, 2022
Oct 18, 2022	F-0812	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Nov 16, 2022
Oct 18, 2022	F-0881	Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Nov 16, 2022
Oct 18, 2022	F-0886	Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Nov 16, 2022
Oct 18, 2022	F-0582	Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	B · Minimal Pattern	Corrected Nov 16, 2022

“Corrected” does not erase a citation: the historical finding stays listed with its disposition. Narrative statements of deficiencies are not part of the CMS dataset; see Care Compare for the official inspection report.

Operating entity

Delaware Operations Assoc LLC

CMS legal business name of the certified provider. Operates this facility only.

VerifiedLinked by exact legal name

CMS chain

Centers Health Care

36 facilities in 2 states. CMS chain ID 127.

VerifiedAssigned by CMS

Chain average overall rating (CMS): 2.3

Ownership disclosures

Disclosures

Organizations

Individuals

Direct & indirect ownership

Owners of record

Name	Type	Role (Carefield group)	CMS role text	Share	Since
Jeffrey Sicklick	Individual	Direct owner	5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST	10%	Dec 17, 2015

CMS Ownership file

All disclosed roles

Operator, owners, managers, officers and lenders are distinct roles and are never flattened into one entity. Organizations link across facilities by exact normalized legal name; individuals are listed per facility only.

Name	Type	Role (Carefield group)	CMS role text	Share	Since
Jeffrey Sicklick	Individual	Direct owner	5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST	10%	Dec 17, 2015
Nathan Goldman	Individual	Operational / managerial control	MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY	not provided	Jan 1, 2025
Heidi Hendrix	Individual	Operational / managerial control	MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY	not provided	Jan 1, 2025
Aharon Lantzitsky	Individual	Operational / managerial control	MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY	not provided	Jan 1, 2025
Kenneth Rozenberg	Individual	Operational / managerial control	MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY	not provided	Jan 1, 2025
Ryan Mikac	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Oct 1, 2020
Jo Peterson	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Aug 18, 2025
Ryan Mikac	Individual	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Oct 1, 2020
Jo Peterson	Individual	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Aug 18, 2025

Same chain in New York

All 35 in chain →

Facility	Beds	Last inspection	Citations (window)	Fines
Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing 526 Altamont Ave, Schenectady, NY 12303 CCN 335014	240	Aug 19, 2025	39	—
Far Rockaway Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing 13 11 Virginia Street, Far Rockaway, NY 11691 CCN 335044	100	Apr 3, 2026	43	—
Williamsbridge Center for Rehabilitation and Nursi 1540 Tomlinson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461 CCN 335048	77	Jan 8, 2025	30	—
University Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing 2505 Grand Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468 CCN 335061	46	Mar 25, 2026	39	—
Fulton Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare 847 County Highway 122, Gloversville, NY 12078 CCN 335091	176	Jun 1, 2026	51	—
Brooklyn Center for Rehabilitation and Residential 170 Buffalo Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11213 CCN 335178	281	Dec 8, 2025	351 harm	$9,110
New Paltz Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing 1 Jansen Road, New Paltz, NY 12561 CCN 335188	79	Nov 20, 2025	46	—
Beth Abraham Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing 612 Alllerton Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467 CCN 335201	448	Jul 9, 2026	381 open	—

Coordinates as published by CMS.

Address: 1014 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209
ZIP: 14209
County: Erie County FIPS 36029
State: New York
Urban / rural (CMS): Urban

Within ~25 km

Nearby nursing homes

Facility	Distance	Beds	Last inspection	Citations (window)	Fines
Delaware Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Nursin 1205 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14209 CCN 335640Abuse icon	0.6 km	95	Nov 24, 2025	55	—
Highpointe on Michigan Health Care Facility 1031 Michigan Ave, Buffalo, NY 14203 CCN 335834Abuse icon	1.3 km	300	Mar 5, 2026	381 IJ1 harm	$129k
Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing Center 64 Hager Street, Buffalo, NY 14208 CCN 335164SFF CandidateAbuse icon	2.1 km	173	Jun 9, 2026	833 IJ	$271k
Ellicott Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing 200 Seventh Street, Buffalo, NY 14201 CCN 335437	2.5 km	160	Feb 13, 2025	631 harm	$11k
St Catherine Laboure Health Care Center 2157 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14214 CCN 335419	2.7 km	80	Feb 13, 2026	36	—
Terrace View Long Term Care Facility 462 Grider Street, Buffalo, NY 14215 CCN 335650Abuse icon	3.7 km	390	Jul 8, 2026	362 harm	$40k
Mcauley Residence 1503 Military Road, Kenmore, NY 14217 CCN 335433	7.5 km	160	Jan 8, 2025	18	—
Safire Rehabilitation of Northtowns, L L C 2799 Sheridan Drive, Tonawanda, NY 14150 CCN 335180	8.4 km	100	Jul 2, 2026	831 IJ	$13k

Source	Record	Facts	Evidence	Source release	Retrieved
CMS Provider Information US-CMS	335638	name, address, phone, certification, certified_beds, ownership_type, legal_business_name, chain	Verified	Oct 1, 2026	Nov 7, 2026
CMS Provider Information US-CMS	335638	ratings, staffing, health_survey_score Five-Star ratings and PBJ staffing apply to the CMS-certified universe only.	Verified	Oct 1, 2026	Nov 7, 2026
New York DOH Health Facility Information NY	3012	state_license, licensed_beds, licensee Linked to the CMS record by exact normalized street address and ZIP (the state roster does not publish the CCN).	Inferred	Oct 23, 2026	Nov 7, 2026
New York DOH Bed Certifications NY	3012	capacity, bed_certifications	Verified	Nov 1, 2026	Nov 7, 2026

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Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

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Owners of record

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Same chain in New York

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Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Federal certification

State license

Penalties

Owners of record

All disclosed roles

Same chain in New York

Nearby nursing homes