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4.4 from 119 reviews
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Overall Review of Morningside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
common24 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and upkeep stand out
Residents and families frequently describe the facility as very clean and well kept.
Multiple reviewers mention spotless rooms, a clean facility, and well-maintained common areas during visits. Several also connect cleanliness with feeling comfortable or reassured about care. A few negative reviews dispute overall condition, including accounts that describe unsanitary conditions on specific floors.
common30 reviews mention this
Staff kindness and responsiveness
Reviews repeatedly highlight staff who are kind, helpful, and attentive to concerns.
Many reviews describe friendly, courteous staff who listen, respond quickly, and keep families updated. Reviewers also single out individuals and departments for support, including nursing support and patient advocates. At the same time, a smaller set of reviews express dissatisfaction with staff performance, including complaints about neglect and not addressing issues promptly.
differentiator6 reviews mention this
Therapy support helps recovery
Rehabilitation therapy is a consistent bright spot in resident and family feedback.
Several reviews credit physical and occupational therapy teams with motivating residents and helping them regain mobility after injury or surgery. A number of reviewers describe therapy as effective and personally attentive, including named therapists and therapy progress. These accounts align with the community’s focus on rehab services and on-site meal service and medication management during recovery.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Communication can be frustrating
Some families report trouble reaching the facility by phone or getting timely nurse visits.
One reviewer says phone calls were consistently not picked up and that messages were not returned. Another describes a long wait for nurses during a visit. Together, these comments suggest that responsiveness can vary depending on time and staffing.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Food and dietary experience varies
Dining quality and dietary handling receive mixed feedback.
Some residents and families praise the food, saying it was enjoyable and that the meal experience was a positive part of the stay. Others report concerns about the dietary department and food availability. Overall, reviews suggest results may differ from unit to unit and across shifts.
common2 reviews mention this
Nearby hospital and transit access
The surrounding area includes nearby hospitals, pharmacies, and transit options.
For errands and appointments, reviewers can rely on the nearby mix of pharmacies, medical facilities, and public transportation. The immediate area includes St Barnabas Hospital and additional hospital options within a few miles, along with multiple pharmacy locations. Transit access is also nearby via subway stations and a Metro-North stop.
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Features
Housing
40 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
LaGuardia (6 miles away)
John F Kennedy International (16 miles away)
Westchester Cty (17 miles away)
Newark International (20 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Transportation
MTA Subway - Parkchester (1.6 miles)
MTA Fordham Metro-North Station (1.7 miles)
MTA Subway - Fordham Rd (2 miles)
MTA Subway - Inwood/207th St (3.3 miles)
MTA Subway - Dyckman St (3.4 miles)
MTA Subway - 190th St (3.8 miles)
Metro North - Mt Vernon East Train Station (4.1 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.7 miles)
Rite Aid (2.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (5.2 miles)
Walgreens (5.7 miles)
Hospitals
St Barnabas Hospital (1.7 miles)
Bronx VA Medical Center (2.5 miles)
NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital (3 miles)
Russ Berrie Medical Science Pavilion (4.3 miles)
Milstein Hospital Building (4.5 miles)
Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital (5.4 miles)
Manhattan Psychiatric Center (5.9 miles)
Theaters
AMC Bay Plaza Cinema 13 (1.9 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (2.6 miles)
Last Stop Bar & Grill (3.2 miles)
McDonald's (5.6 miles)
Kura Revolving Sushi Bar (5.6 miles)
Harlem Kebab Grill (5.7 miles)
The River Palm Terrace (5.8 miles)
Ikraveit Foods (7.6 miles)
Parks
Inwood Hill Park (3.3 miles)
Riverdale Park (3.9 miles)
J. Hood Wright Park (4.3 miles)
St Nicholas Park (5.1 miles)
Randall's Island Park (5.3 miles)
Marcus Garvey Park (5.7 miles)
Flat Rock Brook Nature Center (5.8 miles)
Places of Worship
The Riverdale Minyan (3.7 miles)
Physicians
Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital (4.4 miles)
Park Medical Group PA (7.4 miles)
David H. Koch Center for Cancer Care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (7.8 miles)
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