Wayne County Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center and Outpatient Therapy sits on Nye Road in Lyons, right in the heart of Wayne County, and has been a trusted place for care and recovery in the Finger Lakes Region for many years. The building holds 192 beds and offers both private and semi-private rooms, all fully furnished and designed for comfort and safety, and you'll find bright, spacious common areas and courtyards where residents and families can sit, talk, and enjoy the day. The staff fosters a strong sense of community, and people often mention the friendly way everyone greets each other and the respectful, attentive support from caregivers, whether someone's there for long-term help or just short-term rehabilitation. The facility specializes in skilled nursing care, 24 hours a day, with a focus on restorative nursing, so residents get help with mobility, strength, and independence, and there's support for every level of need, including long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and even hospice and palliative care for those with serious illnesses. Wayne County Nursing Home has a memory care and dementia program, providing a secure, understanding environment for those needing extra support, and they run activities and social events that help everyone stay involved.
For therapy, the center has an expansive gym filled with modern equipment and a team from HealthPro Heritage, offering physical, occupational, and speech therapy for both inpatients and outpatients. People from the community can come for therapy after surgery or hospital stays, or for things like sports injuries, back or neck pain, or balance problems, and the therapy schedules can start as early as early morning, with free parking for visitors. The rehab staff tailors each therapy plan to each person, so sessions feel personal and focused, and they offer one-on-one support for better recovery. The center also provides special programs like a Lymphedema Program, and memory care and dementia support groups for caregivers.
Residents and rehab patients benefit from a variety of amenities, including a hair salon, restaurant, gift shop, chapel, and social spaces set up for gathering or just quiet relaxation. Professional staff speak both Italian and Spanish through a language line, helping many people feel at home. The facility holds a 5-star quality rating and was named one of America's Best Nursing Homes for 2025 by U.S. News & World Report. Wayne County Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center combines skilled medical care with daily comforts, making sure people feel welcomed and supported during their stay, no matter how long they're there, and the focus has always stayed on giving individualized help, supporting safety and dignity, and letting people recover or live out their days with as much comfort and independence as possible.
