Baird Nursing Home is a nursing home community in Rochester, NY.
Information last verified:
2150 Street Paul Street, Rochester, NY 14621
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
2.7 from 41 reviews
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Overall Review of Baird Nursing Home
caveat16 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and odors are a concern
Several residents and families describe the building as dirty or poorly maintained.
A recurring issue in reviews is cleanliness, including reports of bugs/ants in rooms, strong odors, and a facility that felt unclean or not kept up. Multiple reviewers also describe practical hygiene and upkeep problems, like lacking supplies (such as soap/sanitizer) and rooms that did not feel properly prepared for residents. A few reviews counter that the facility can look clean at times, but the negative cleanliness reports are frequent enough that they stand out.
caveat15 reviews mention this
Care responsiveness is questioned
Many reviews raise concerns about timely help and adequate staffing.
Several families describe long waits for assistance after call buttons, plus residents left in soiled conditions or experiencing delayed response when they needed care. Other reviews connect these delays to fall risk and to staff being stretched thin or occupied, including accounts of rushed or limited rounds. A smaller number of reviews describe the staff as attentive and responsive, but many others say the experience did not match what they expected for day-to-day support.
common10 reviews mention this
Dining quality is mixed
Residents and families mention both satisfying meals and repeated food complaints.
Dining comes up frequently, with some reviewers saying the food was good and even singling out items like menu variety or daily meals. Others report major dissatisfaction, including accounts of repetitive meals, poor taste, and concerns about foods that did not fit dietary needs like diabetes or avoiding sugar. There is also disagreement about how closely diets were followed, with one reviewer specifically describing that a prescribed diet was not followed by the kitchen.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Therapy support is uneven
Reviews describe physical and speech therapy as helpful, but not consistently delivered.
Some reviews praise rehab therapy teams, including PT/OT and speech therapy as doing valuable work and helping residents progress. At the same time, other reviewers say therapy time was limited or lacked adequate facilities, and they describe problems with medication handling alongside therapy concerns. Overall, the rehab experience is portrayed as depending strongly on the specific situation and timing.
common12 reviews mention this
Staff compassion shows up in reviews
A number of reviews highlight caring, patient staff members.
Even among critical reviews, some residents and families describe staff who were kind, attentive, and respectful—especially nurses, aides, and therapy staff. A set of positive reviews also mentions how staff interactions helped residents feel more comfortable and supported, including consistent daily care and follow-up from the rehab team. However, that praise is not universal, because other reviews describe neglect, unresponsiveness, or professional breakdowns.
common2 reviews mention this
Nearby medical access is nearby
The area includes nearby physicians and medical facilities.
Reviews don’t focus heavily on location, but the listing’s nearby options include physicians and a hospital within a few miles. That may matter most for families who want nearby clinical access while residents are receiving skilled nursing or rehab services.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
28 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Greater Rochester International (6 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Parks
Seneca Park (0.1 miles)
Bristol Play Area (1.9 miles)
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square (3 miles)
Medicare provides limited coverage for skilled nursing home care, covering full benefits for the first 20 days and partial benefits up to 100 days under certain conditions, after which families must explore alternative funding options like Medicaid or long-term care insurance to manage potentially high costs. Proactive planning is essential to navigate the complexities of financing ongoing care once Medicare coverage ends.
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28 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Greater Rochester International (6 miles away)
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Extensive nearby amenities and healthcare options.
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