Albany Senior AdvisorNew York's Department of Health licenses Hawthorne Ridge, Inc., 30 Community Way in East Greenbush, as an adult home for 66 residents with ALR and SNALR certification; the building is in the Town of East Greenbush, Rensselaer County.
How is Hawthorne Ridge, Inc. listed on the state roster?
New York lists Hawthorne Ridge, Inc. as an adult home under 600-E-114 with room for 66; a typical Capital Region residence holds 66, so this one is the same size as most.
| License | Operating certificate | Certified capacity | ALR certifications (beds) | Opened | Residents, end of 2026 Q2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Home | 600-E-114 | 66 | ALR 66, SNALR 54 | September 7, 2006 | 54 |
When 2026 Q2 closed, 54 people lived here in 66 certified beds, roughly 82% occupancy. The state lists Hawthorne Ridge, Inc. as operator (not for profit corporation). Licensing at this address goes back to 2006.
Which levels of care is Hawthorne Ridge, Inc. certified to provide?
According to the state's quarterly capacity report, 66 beds carry Assisted Living Residence (ALR) certification; 54 are Special Needs ALR (SNALR) beds for people living with dementia.
These certifications decide whether someone can stay when needs change: EALR covers chronic help with walking or transfers, and SNALR requires a dementia plan approved by the department. More on ALR, EALR and SNALR.
What have state inspectors found at Hawthorne Ridge, Inc.?
Since July 1, 2022 the Department of Health has filed 12 inspection reports on Hawthorne Ridge, Inc., the latest dated May 5, 2026, citing 12 violations in total.
| Report date | Inspection type | Violations | Status | Topics cited |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | Complaint Survey | 0 | Plan/Notice of Correction Not Required | — |
| February 27, 2026 | Complaint Survey | 0 | Plan/Notice of Correction Not Required | — |
| February 27, 2026 | Relicensure, Follow-up Survey | 0 | Plan/Notice of Correction Not Required | — |
| September 22, 2025 | Relicensure Survey | 1 | Plan/Notice of Correction Approved | Resident services |
| May 29, 2025 | Complaint Survey | 0 | Plan/Notice of Correction Not Required | — |
| October 21, 2024 | Relicensure, Complaint Survey | 7 | Plan/Notice of Correction Approved | General requirements; Resident services; Resident services |
| September 26, 2024 | Complaint Survey | 0 | Plan/Notice of Correction Not Required | — |
| July 9, 2024 | Complaint Survey | 0 | Plan/Notice of Correction Not Required | — |
The most recent full relicensure inspection listed is from February 27, 2026. The total is below the Capital Region median of 23 violations for the same period. Topics cited most often: resident services (5), personnel (3), general requirements (1).
The remaining 4 older reports appear on the residence's NYS Health Profiles page.
Has the state taken enforcement action against Hawthorne Ridge, Inc.?
NYS Health Profiles lists no enforcement action against Hawthorne Ridge, Inc. in its current window.
New York rarely penalizes adult care facilities formally; read the cited topics in the inspection table instead of relying on a blank enforcement line.
Which licensed residences are nearest to Hawthorne Ridge, Inc.?
The closest other licensed adult care facility is Peregrine Shaker in Albany, about 5.0 miles away by straight line, certified for 171 beds (ALR, EALR, SNALR).
| Facility | Miles away | Certified capacity | ALR certifications | SNALR (memory care) beds | Violations, 4-yr window |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peregrine Shaker 345 Northern Boulevard, Albany 12204 | 5.0 | 171 | ALR, EALR, SNALR | 35 | 0 |
| Albany Center for Independent Living 141 Rockefeller Road, Delmar 12054 | 5.6 | 67 | Base license only | 0 | 92 |
| Loudonville Assisted Living Residence 298 Albany Shaker Rd, Loudonville 12211 | 5.7 | 105 | ALR, EALR, SNALR | 18 | 22 |
| Peregrine Delmar Place 467 Delaware Ave, Delmar 12054 | 7.5 | 106 | ALR | 0 | 0 |
| Terrace at Beverwyck 41 Beverwyck Lane, Slingerlands 12159 | 7.8 | 48 | Base license only | 0 | 14 |
Which hospitals are closest to Hawthorne Ridge, Inc.?
Hawthorne Ridge, Inc. is located in the Town of East Greenbush, Rensselaer County; its closest general hospital is Albany Medical Center Hospital (Albany Med Health System), about 4.8 miles away by straight line.
Samaritan Hospital - Albany Memorial Campus is next, about 4.9 miles off. All distances are straight lines between coordinates rather than driving routes.
Should nursing home care become necessary, the nearest CMS-certified homes are Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation and Nursing Center (0.3 mi, CMS 2 of 5) and Rosewood Rehabilitation and Nursing Center (1.9 mi, CMS 1 of 5).
What questions does the record of Hawthorne Ridge, Inc. raise?
Let the state's own data set the agenda: ask for the latest Department of Health inspection report and how any citations were fixed.
- Ask how many aides and supervisors are on duty and awake overnight, and who handles medication assistance.
- Ask how many enhanced and special needs beds are free today and what triggers a move from one level to another.
- Ask whether SSI residents are accepted and what happens if private savings run out after move-in.
- Get the admission agreement and full fee schedule in writing before paying any deposit; New York requires a written agreement.
State record: Hawthorne Ridge, Inc. on NYS Health Profiles.
