Albany Senior AdvisorNew York's Department of Health licenses The Mansion at South Union, 11 South Union Street in Cambridge, as an adult home for 44 residents with ALR, SNALR and ALP certification; the building is in the Town of White Creek, Washington County.
Is The Mansion at South Union in Cambridge state-licensed?
The Mansion at South Union operates under 1 Department of Health operating certificate (760-F-012) covering 44 beds, smaller than the 66-bed midpoint of the 49 licensed residences across the Capital Region.
| License | Operating certificate | Certified capacity | ALR certifications (beds) | Opened | Residents, end of 2026 Q2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Home | 760-F-012 | 44 | ALR 10, SNALR 10, ALP 40 | January 25, 1994 | 39 |
When 2026 Q2 closed, 39 people lived here in 44 certified beds, roughly 89% occupancy. The state lists Icc Management & Consulting, Inc. as operator (business corporation). Licensing at this address goes back to 1994.
What assisted living certifications does The Mansion at South Union hold?
According to the state's quarterly capacity report, 10 beds carry Assisted Living Residence (ALR) certification; 10 are Special Needs ALR (SNALR) beds for people living with dementia; 40 are Medicaid-funded Assisted Living Program (ALP) beds.
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.
How has The Mansion at South Union fared in Department of Health inspections?
Since July 1, 2022 the Department of Health has filed 25 inspection reports on The Mansion at South Union, the latest dated April 24, 2026, citing 90 violations in total.
| Report date | Inspection type | Violations | Status | Topics cited |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 24, 2026 | Complaint Survey | 0 | Plan/Notice of Correction Not Required | — |
| March 23, 2026 | Relicensure, Follow-up Survey | 11 | Plan/Notice of Correction Approved | Inspection; Resident services; Resident services |
| March 6, 2026 | Complaint Survey | 3 | Plan/Notice of Correction Approved | Resident services; Food service; Environmental standards |
| February 4, 2026 | Complaint Survey | 3 | Plan/Notice of Correction Approved | Personnel; Environmental standards; Environmental standards |
| November 24, 2025 | Complaint Survey | 0 | Plan/Notice of Correction Not Required | — |
| October 28, 2025 | Complaint Survey | 0 | Plan/Notice of Correction Not Required | — |
| September 10, 2025 | Complaint Survey | 0 | Plan/Notice of Correction Not Required | — |
| August 26, 2025 | Relicensure Survey | 29 | Plan/Notice of Correction Approved | General requirements; Admission standards; Admission standards |
The most recent full relicensure inspection listed is from March 23, 2026. The total is above the Capital Region median of 23 violations for the same period. Topics cited most often: environmental standards (24), resident services (22), food service (12).
The remaining 17 older reports appear on the residence's NYS Health Profiles page.
Has the state taken enforcement action against The Mansion at South Union?
Yes: NYS Health Profiles shows 4 enforcement actions involving The Mansion at South Union, the latest a Stipulation & Order dated April 20, 2026 (#ACF-26-031).
- April 20, 2026: Stipulation & Order, #ACF-26-031
- March 6, 2026: Stipulation & Order, #ACF-26-018
- March 13, 2025: Stipulation & Order, #ACF-25-024
- December 15, 2023: Stipulation & Order, #ACF-24-001
Enforcement actions are far less common than routine citations, so one on the record merits a plain question: what happened, and how is the fix being verified today?
How does The Mansion at South Union compare with residences nearby?
The closest other licensed adult care facility is The Cambridge in White Creek, about 0.3 miles away by straight line, certified for 40 beds (ALR, EALR).
| Facility | Miles away | Certified capacity | ALR certifications | SNALR (memory care) beds | Violations, 4-yr window |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cambridge 4 West Main Street, Cambridge 12816 | 0.3 | 40 | ALR, EALR | 0 | 32 |
| Danforth Adult Care Center 19 Danforth Street, Hoosick Falls 12090 | 8.3 | 80 | ALP | 0 | 24 |
| Argyle Center for Independent Living 4573 State Route 40, Argyle 12809 | 13.3 | 35 | ALP | 0 | 20 |
| Willow Ridge Pointe 1 Prospect St, Mechanicville 12118 | 17.9 | 13 | Base license only | 0 | 36 |
| Home of the Good Shepherd at Highpointe 26 Rockrose Way, Malta 12020 | 20.5 | 86 | ALR, EALR, SNALR | 16 | 25 |
Where is The Mansion at South Union, and what is close by?
The Mansion at South Union is located in the Town of White Creek, Washington County; its closest general hospital is Saratoga Hospital (Albany Med Health System), about 21.1 miles away by straight line.
Glens Falls Hospital is next, about 23.4 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 The Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation at Hoosick Falls (8.3 mi, CMS 3 of 5) and Fort Hudson Nursing Center, Inc. (19.4 mi, CMS 4 of 5).
What should a family ask The Mansion at South Union before moving in?
Use the inspection data to guide the visit: ask what prompted the April 20, 2026 stipulation and how compliance is being checked now.
- 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 an Assisted Living Program bed is available for a Medicaid applicant and how long the wait typically is.
- Get the admission agreement and full fee schedule in writing before paying any deposit; New York requires a written agreement.
State record: The Mansion at South Union on NYS Health Profiles.
