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THE SUNSET HOME OF UTICA

NEW HARTFORD, NY · EIN 150539097 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P75Z · Human Services · Medium ($1M-$10M) · sunsetwood.org
revenue
$2.9M
expenses
$2.1M
net assets
$-580K
employees
21
program ratio
85%
mission · from form 990

TO ENABLE SENIORS TO LIVE INDEPENDENTLY IN A SECURE COMMUNITY THAT ENHANCES THE QUALITY OF THEIR LIVES.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Community at Sunset Wood, originally founded in 1882 as The Home for Aged Men in Utica, NY, provides independent senior housing with supportive services in New Hartford, NY. It operates as one of the last remaining Retirement Services Centers (ReSCs) under a federal HUD initiative, offering an aging-in-place model that enables seniors to maintain independence through on-site amenities and services. The organization emphasizes quality of life through wellness programming, secure housing, and community engagement.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

On-site Therapy Services
Partnership with RISE Senior Living to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy on-site in the Wellness Center
SW Wellness Program
Holistic wellness initiative focusing on physical, mental, spiritual, and social well-being, including fitness equipment, InBody body composition analysis, and wellness coaching
Smart Device Program
Provides Google Smart Displays to all tenants to enhance independence and connectivity, funded by foundation grants
Sunset Wood Apartments
Independent living apartments for seniors 62+, offering rental units with nightly dinner, housekeeping, and community amenities
Therapeutic Garden
Thoughtfully designed outdoor space to support mental and physical well-being through access to nature and quiet reflection
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Campus and Residential Safety Services 1 activity
    • Provides 24-hour maintenance and emergency response
      Offers 24/7 urgent maintenance services and operates a 911 emergency pull system in all suites, penthouses, and common areas that immediately notifies emergency services and on-site staff upon activation.
  • Luxury Senior Living Communities 1 activity
    • Provides bi-weekly housekeeping services
      Offers housekeeping services every two weeks for all residents as part of the rental agreement to maintain clean and comfortable living environments.
  • Low-Income Senior Housing Operations 1 activity
    • Provides independent senior housing
      Operates 42 residential suites (36 one-bedroom and 6 two-bedroom units) and 24 penthouses for seniors aged 62 and over, promoting independent living in a secure community with access to support services and shared amenities.
  • Home-Delivered Meals for Seniors and Homebound 1 activity
    • Provides nightly meals and room service
      Serves a balanced, homemade dinner seven nights a week in a fine dining room or via room service as part of rent, including soup or salad, main course, and dessert, with meal modification options available upon request by 2pm.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Offers weekly brunch program
      Hosts a weekly Saturday brunch buffet for residents and their families at a nominal fee ($5.00), featuring a rotating menu that includes eggs, home fries, protein, fruit, yogurt, baked goods, and other items.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.89M
Contributions & grants$955K33%
Program service revenue$1.91M66%
Investment income$28K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2.06M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$690K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.98M
Cash$139K
Investments$1.38M
Liabilities$4.56M
Net assets$-580K
Liquid reserves8.9 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +68.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
DOMINICK MANFREDO EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 38 $128K
board members · 9
  • ALLISON HODGE — DIRECTOR
  • CHARLES MILLAR — DIRECTOR
  • ELISE BOURGEOIS — TREASURER
  • KAMELI MCINTYRE — SECRETARY
  • MARIE MASCA — DIRECTOR
  • MICHAEL BUSHARDT — DIRECTOR
  • MILLIE OCCHIONERO — VICE PRESIDENT
  • SARAH ZAMIELLO — DIRECTOR
  • WILLIAM LOCKE — PRESIDENT
relationships · 8

Who they work with

  • Board of Managers Partner — Independent board responsible for overseeing the operations of The Community at Sunset Wood.
  • Department of Housing and Urban Development Government — Approved site plans and granted permission for development in 1984.
  • Faxton Street Home Board Partner — Co-developed the Sunset-Faxton Health Facility in 1971.
  • Mid-York Library Partner — Partners to provide rotating bestsellers and library resources to residents.
  • Mid-York Library Partner — Partners with Mid-York Library to provide rotating bestselling books at the community library.
  • New Hartford Fire Department Government — Notified and responds to emergencies via the 911 Emergency Pull System.
  • St. Luke’s Memorial Hospital Partner — Jointly developed the Sunset-Faxton Health Facility in 1971.
  • The Community at Sunset Wood Network — Member of a network of community-based services supporting aging in place.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Barrier-Reduced Access to Nutrition and Social Connection
    methodology: barrier-reduction through full-service dining
    By eliminating shopping, cooking, and cleanup responsibilities and delivering meals when needed, nutritious eating is made accessible, while communal dining options foster social support, because reducing logistical barriers increases utilization and strengthens community ties that support well-being.
  • Holistic Wellness Through Four-Pillar Model
    methodology: four-pillar_wellness_model
    By addressing physical, mental, spiritual, and social well-being in programming, the organization enhances residents' overall quality of life, because holistic interventions produce more sustainable and meaningful improvements in aging populations than isolated services.
  • Supportive Housing for Aging in Place
    methodology: supportive_housing
    By providing a secure, supportive housing environment with integrated access to medical, social, and daily living services, residents are able to maintain independence and avoid relocation, because the model reduces practical and health-related barriers to staying in one’s home long-term.