Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center We are a 96 bed, not-for-profit, 501(c)3, skilled nursing community, offering short term care, long term care, wound care, rehabilitation, speech therapy.

The Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a 96-bed facility that provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation and personal care services in a warm and homelike environment. Nestled in the natural landscape of the town of Valley Cottage in Rockland County (only 20 miles from New York City), The Home offers bright and spacious rooms, lovely views and fresh country air in a pleasant and calming setting. Founded in 1970 by Alexandra Tolstoy, daughter of the famous author and humanitarian, the Home was established to provide care and service to elderly people of diverse cultures and backgrounds. Services are provided by a multi-lingual staff who are experienced and proven.

It's always so wonderful when we're able to capture these special moments that truly reflect the heart of our community....
11/04/2025

It's always so wonderful when we're able to capture these special moments that truly reflect the heart of our community.

Here, our Director of Nursing, Kathy Renc, RN, MSN, AGCNS, CHPN, is spending time with one of our residents--doing something she loves the most: making music! Our resident's passion for playing and singing often fills our halls with joy, and it's not uncommon to see staff and other residents joining in the fun. Moments like these remind us how meaningful connection, laughter and shared joy can be in everday life.

At Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, we take pride in being more than just a care facility--we're family. Every staff member knows our residents by name, understands their stories and cherishes the little things that make each person unique. The personal connections shines through in everything we do, creating warm and nurturing environment for all who call Tolstoy home.

What a fantastic Halloween celebration! Our residents and staff had such a wonderful time—so much laughter, creativity a...
11/03/2025

What a fantastic Halloween celebration! Our residents and staff had such a wonderful time—so much laughter, creativity and amazing pumpkin designs! Congratulations to Ivan, our big winner of the pumpkin decorating contest!

Everyone enjoyed homemade cupcakes, fruit punch with a spooky surprise and so much more. It was truly a day filled with fun and festive spirit!

The Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is honored to announce the appointment of Miriam Levi, LNHA, to...
10/31/2025

The Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is honored to announce the appointment of Miriam Levi, LNHA, to our leadership team.

With more than two decades of experience in long-term and rehabilitation care, Ms. Levi brings an extraordinary blend of operational expertise, clinical insight, and a deep commitment to person-centered service. Throughout her distinguished career, she has redefined what it means to create a true sense of “home” within skilled nursing and rehabilitation settings—where compassion, innovation, and excellence come together to support every individual’s goals, preferences, and journey toward recovery.

Most recently, in her role as Assistant Administrator at The New Jewish Home, Sarah Neuman in Westchester, NY, Ms. Levi led a skilled nursing facility of over 400 team members. Under her guidance, the organization strengthened its culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence in care delivery. Her leadership has consistently focused on improving quality outcomes, advancing clinical initiatives, and ensuring that each patient and resident receives care that honors dignity, purpose, and well-being.

Ms. Levi’s professional achievements have earned her numerous recognitions, including being named a McKnight’s Women of Distinction honoree and a Westy Award recipient. She has also been featured as a guest on the Elevate Eldercare podcast and as a presenter at several industry conferences. Her thoughtful leadership continues to influence the field of eldercare—advocating for environments where individuals can live fuller, more connected, and meaningful lives.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Miriam is known for her warmth, integrity, and genuine care for people. She is a proud mother and grandmother who enjoys time in nature, cooking, and reading. Her ability to inspire and connect with others reflects her belief that leadership in healthcare is about empathy as much as excellence.

We are delighted to welcome Miriam to the Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation and Nursing Center family. Her experience, vision, and passion for culture change will further elevate our mission of delivering compassionate, person-directed care, exceptional rehabilitation services, and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Miriam Levi, LNHA, as she begins this exciting new chapter with our community.

Our residents had a wonderful time participating in a lively trivia session hosted by Tony, our dedicated volunteer.  Th...
10/27/2025

Our residents had a wonderful time participating in a lively trivia session hosted by Tony, our dedicated volunteer. The Sports and Lifestyle questions sparked great conversations, friendly competition, and plenty of laughter throughout the room.

Congratulations to our trivia champion, George! We're so grateful for Tony's time and enthusiam in bringing such engaging activities to our community.

We’re so grateful to The Clowns of RSVP for bringing an afternoon of laughter, music and connection to our residents. Th...
10/17/2025

We’re so grateful to The Clowns of RSVP for bringing an afternoon of laughter, music and connection to our residents.

Their energy, warmth and talent created such a joyful atmosphere; a reminder of how powerful music and shared moments can be in enriching the lives of those we serve. Thank you for your wonderful performance and community spirit!

We are excited to welcome Tova Wilensky to our team as Director of Social Services!  Tova holds a Master's in Social Wor...
10/10/2025

We are excited to welcome Tova Wilensky to our team as Director of Social Services! Tova holds a Master's in Social Work from Binghamton University and brings valuable experience working with skilled nursing facility residents.

She's passionate about advocating for residents' rights, supporting families in crisis, and promoting mental health care. Outside of work, Tova enjoys reading, baking, hiking, and spending time with her family.

We are thrilled to have her on board and look forward to her refreshing approach to patient care!

As part of our continued commitment to high-quality meals—garden-to-table, bread made from scratch—we’re especially exci...
09/26/2025

As part of our continued commitment to high-quality meals—garden-to-table, bread made from scratch—we’re especially excited about one sweet highlight: our homemade, from scratch ice cream!

Our residents love ice cream and we are thrilled to offer them a treat that’s not only delicious but also free from additives often found in store bought varieties.

It’s just another way we bring care, comfort and quality to our residents.

Omelettes..fresh and made to order, pancakes and so much more. Fun morning, good food and good music.
09/25/2025

Omelettes..fresh and made to order, pancakes and so much more. Fun morning, good food and good music.

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100 Lake Road
Valley Cottage, NY
10989

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The Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a 96-bed facility that provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation and personal care services in a warm and homelike environment. Nestled in the natural landscape of the town of Valley Cottage in Rockland County (only 20 miles from New York City), The Home offers bright and spacious rooms, lovely views and fresh country air in a pleasant and calming setting. Founded in 1970 by Alexandra Tolstoy, daughter of the famous author and humanitarian, the Home was established to provide care and service to elderly people of diverse cultures and backgrounds. Services are provided by a multi-lingual staff who are experienced and proven.