The New Jewish Home

Pros

• The professional staff, including physical and occupational therapists, are wonderful and communicate effectively with residents.
• The nurses are good at listening to residents and accepting additional training as needed.
• The building is excellent, being newly constructed just a few years ago.
• The facility has been responsive to resident feedback regarding food, leading to significant improvements after discussions in the food committee meetings.
• There are various activities available for residents, such as bingo, sing-alongs, and movies, which contribute to engagement within the community.

Cons

• The meals at The New Jewish Home Assisted Living were described as mediocre and not good, leading to the need for outside meal provision.
• The mother had not experienced fully what the facility has to offer due to spending her time there only throughout the pandemic.
• Activities are mostly conducted floor by floor rather than being community-wide, which may limit social engagement.
• There have been several issues with the food, causing dissatisfaction among residents.
• Although improvements were noted after voicing concerns, the food quality remains a significant issue for residents.

Review

The New Jewish Home Assisted Living facility has garnered a mix of reviews, primarily focused on the quality of food and the overall living experience during a challenging period marked by the pandemic. For many residents, including those who have had to supplement their meals with outside food due to dissatisfaction with the provided meals, the dining experience has become a significant concern. One resident reported that their mother, who has been residing at the facility throughout the pandemic, struggled with meal options, leading family members to provide external meals regularly. While it is acknowledged that evaluating an assisted living community can be complex—particularly since many residents have only experienced it during restricted times—it appears clear that culinary offerings need improvement.

Despite these culinary challenges, opinions on other aspects of The New Jewish Home are more favorable. Residents reflect on how difficult life within any living community became during the pandemic; thus far limited interaction with what the facility offers makes it hard to assess its full merits thoroughly. However, they recognize that there are activities available. Although these take place mostly floor by floor and not as community-wide events—activities such as bingo nights, sing-alongs, and movie screenings remain part of life at The New Jewish Home. The limited availability of activities compared to pre-pandemic times is noticeable but understandable due to circumstances beyond anyone's control.

In terms of staff performance and care services—the heart of any assisted living establishment—the feedback is overwhelmingly positive. Residents commend the professional staff members such as physical therapists and occupational therapists for their exceptional service and skills. They highlight how nurses actively listen to their needs and communicate effectively in response to concerns raised by residents or family members. This level of attentiveness reflects a culture of respect and dedication within The New Jewish Home’s caregiving team.

The infrastructure itself also receives accolades; having been built relatively recently—around three or four years ago—the building offers modern amenities that enhance daily living experiences for residents. Notably, plans for improvements such as implementing a generator demonstrate a commitment from management to address any potential issues swiftly—a crucial consideration for residents’ peace of mind during emergencies.

Food-related grievances are shared widely among residents; however, an encouraging aspect lies in the openness between resident committees and management regarding these concerns. A dedicated food committee meets monthly, providing a structured opportunity for residents to voice their opinions about meals served in-house candidly and constructively. Recent reports indicate that this initiative has driven significant improvements in dining quality—a 100% enhancement since complaints were expressed—which suggests responsiveness from management towards resident feedback.

Overall, while challenges surrounding meal quality remain at The New Jewish Home Assisted Living, other components such as staff professionalism, modern facilities, and responsive management practices contribute positively to its reputation. As life continues to normalize post-pandemic restrictions—hopefully allowing more community-wide engagement in activities—it seems there may be future opportunities for enhancing both social interactions among residents and further improvement in essential services like dining options.

Hospitals

• Bronx VA Medical Center (0.2 miles)
• NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital (0.7 miles)
• St Barnabas Hospital (1.1 miles)
• Russ Berrie Medical Science Pavilion (2.7 miles)
• Milstein Hospital Building (2.8 miles)
• Manhattan Psychiatric Center (5.6 miles)
• Holy Name Medical Center (5.7 miles)

Transportation

• MTA Subway - Fordham Rd (0.5 miles)
• MTA Fordham Metro-North Station (0.7 miles)
• MTA Subway - Inwood/207th St (0.9 miles)
• MTA Subway - Dyckman St (1.3 miles)
• MTA Subway - 190th St (1.7 miles)
• MTA Subway - 181st St (2.2 miles)
• MTA Subway - 168th St (2.6 miles)

Parks

• Inwood Hill Park (1 miles)
• Riverdale Park (2 miles)
• J. Hood Wright Park (2.5 miles)
• Flat Rock Brook Nature Center (3.5 miles)
• St Nicholas Park (3.9 miles)
• Marcus Garvey Park (4.8 miles)
• Randall's Island Park (5.1 miles)

Pharmacies

• Rite Aid (1.2 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
• Walgreens (3.5 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
• Walgreens (4 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (4.4 miles)
• Walgreens (4.6 miles)

Places of Worship

• The Riverdale Minyan (1.8 miles)

Physicians

• Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital (2.8 miles)
• Park Medical Group PA (5.4 miles)
• Cummings, Allegra Weill Cornell Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology (7 miles)
• David H. Koch Center for Cancer Care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (7.4 miles)

Restaurants

• McDonald's (3.5 miles)
• Kura Revolving Sushi Bar (3.5 miles)
• Last Stop Bar & Grill (3.6 miles)
• The River Palm Terrace (3.9 miles)
• McDonald's (4.1 miles)
• Harlem Kebab Grill (4.7 miles)
• McDonald's (6 miles)

Theaters

• AMC Bay Plaza Cinema 13 (4 miles)
• AMC DINE-IN Shops At Riverside 9 (7.1 miles)

Cafes

• Kuppi Coffee Company (5.1 miles)
• Starbucks (5.7 miles)
• Bogota Press Cafe (7.2 miles)
• Cafe Zeppieri (7.2 miles)
• Ralph’s Café (7.4 miles)