Hammond-Henry Hospital’s Long Term Care Living Center in Geneseo is earning national recognition yet again. U.S. News and World Report has named the facility one of the 2026 Best Nursing Homes, a distinction that highlights its commitment to top-quality care. The center boasts a remarkable 14-year run of five-star ratings from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, underscoring its dedication to resident well-being and consistent excellence in long-term care. Administrators say the award reflects the hard work and compassion of staff, who continue to set a high standard in the region’s healthcare landscape.
“This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment and dedication in ensuring that our residents are cared for with compassion, dignity, and respect every day,” said Nicole Kittelson, RN, Center Manager and Director of Nursing. “We are grateful to our residents and families for their trust, and we remain committed to continually raising the standard of care.”
Hammond-Henry Hospital Long Term Care Living Center has earned top honors in the 2026 U.S. News Best Nursing Homes analysis out of 15,000 facilities evaluated. The facility received the prestigious “High-Performance” designation, an accolade awarded to fewer than 19% of nursing homes evaluated nationwide. U.S. News’ annual report is widely regarded for its exacting standards, using proprietary assessment criteria to evaluate consistent, high-quality care. This recognition underscores Hammond-Henry Hospital’s dedication to providing outstanding long-term care for its residents. Families researching care options will find this “High-Performance” badge a distinguishing mark among the nation’s best facilities for their loved ones.
“We are proud to be recognized for this achievement that demonstrates our staff’s dedication to exceptional care, clinical quality, and resident-centered living in our community. This achievement celebrates the dedication and consistent efforts to go above and beyond to ensure dignity, comfort, and quality of life for residents in our care. We are grateful to our staff, caregivers, and families that entrust us with caring for their loved ones,” said Heather Charlet.
“In a field that often struggles to receive positive recognition, our Long Term Care Living Center stands as a model of compassionate, high-quality care,” said Wyatt Brieser, CEO, DPT, MBA, Hammond-Henry Hospital. “We are honored to receive the U.S. News & World Report Award, made possible by an exceptional team of caregivers, respectful and engaged residents, supportive families, and a surrounding community whose partnership helps create an environment of excellence we are proud to sustain into the future.”
“U.S. News’ annual Best Nursing Homes ratings are designed to place the needs of patients and residents at the center of the selection process, equipping families with reliable, fact-driven metrics when making crucial care decisions,” said Ben Harder, Chief of Health Analysis and Managing Editor at U.S. News. “We are proud to spotlight the nursing homes across the country that consistently demonstrate exceptional care quality and prioritize both the safety and long-term well-being of those they serve.”