Overall Review of Fordham Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
differentiator18 reviews mention this
Rehab therapy drives big progress
Residents and visitors describe rehab therapy that improves strength and mobility.
A recurring theme is the impact of therapyâpeople mention gaining independence, walking better, and making noticeable progress during recovery. Several reviewers single out the rehab team, describing their work as motivating and effective. Even in short-stay stories, guests emphasize that the therapy helped the person regain function and work toward going back home.
common30 reviews mention this
Friendly, supportive care teams
Residents describe staff who are kind, courteous, and supportive day to day.
Across reviews, people highlight staff warmth and responsiveness, from nurses and therapists to department teams. Multiple comments mention being greeted politely, treated with respect, and feeling confident the care team is looking out for loved ones. Some reviewers also thank specific individuals, and several describe communication and follow-through as part of that supportive experience.
common12 reviews mention this
Clean, safe facility impression
Reviewers repeatedly mention a clean, well-kept environment.
Cleanliness comes up often, with visitors describing the facility as spotless, neat, and clean. Reviewers also connect cleanliness to comfort and confidence during care. Several comments also pair âcleanâ with âsafe,â suggesting the environment is part of why families feel at ease.
common6 reviews mention this
Communication and planning feel organized
Families describe organized communication about care updates and next steps.
Some reviews focus on how information is shared, including coordination around evaluations and keeping families in the loop. Reviewers mention social work and other departments being professional, informative, and attentive to questions. A few also describe regular check-ins or updates, reinforcing the idea that families are not left guessing about what comes next.
common3 reviews mention this
Activities support an engaged day
Residents are described as having structured activities to stay engaged.
A small number of reviews mention an active schedule and activities that help residents get out of their rooms. One reviewer describes an activity coordinator who brings residents to activities and lists options like bingo and music. Another mentions a board of activities, and at least one describes a loved one staying active during their stay.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
Features
Housing
240 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
LaGuardia (7 miles away)
Westchester Cty (17 miles away)
John F Kennedy International (17 miles away)
Newark International (19 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
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
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Hospitals
Bronx VA Medical Center (0.3 miles)
NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital (0.5 miles)
St Barnabas Hospital (1.4 miles)
Russ Berrie Medical Science Pavilion (2.8 miles)
Milstein Hospital Building (2.9 miles)
Holy Name Medical Center (5.6 miles)
Manhattan Psychiatric Center (5.8 miles)
Transportation
MTA Subway - Fordham Rd (0.7 miles)
MTA Subway - Inwood/207th St (0.9 miles)
MTA Fordham Metro-North Station (0.9 miles)
MTA Subway - Dyckman St (1.3 miles)
MTA Subway - 190th St (1.7 miles)
MTA Subway - 181st St (2.2 miles)
Metro North - Riverdale Station (2.4 miles)
Parks
Inwood Hill Park (0.8 miles)
Riverdale Park (1.8 miles)
J. Hood Wright Park (2.5 miles)
Flat Rock Brook Nature Center (3.3 miles)
St Nicholas Park (4.1 miles)
Marcus Garvey Park (5 miles)
Randall's Island Park (5.2 miles)
Pharmacies
Rite Aid (1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
Walgreens (3.5 miles)
Walgreens (4.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.3 miles)
Walgreens (4.4 miles)
Places of Worship
The Riverdale Minyan (1.5 miles)
Physicians
Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital (2.9 miles)
Park Medical Group PA (5.2 miles)
Cummings, Allegra Weill Cornell Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology (7.1 miles)
David H. Koch Center for Cancer Care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (7.5 miles)
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