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Carthage Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing

Carthage Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing is a nursing home community in Carthage, NY.

Information last verified: June 13, 2026

1045 West Street, Carthage, NY 13619

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.1 from 88 reviews

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Overall Review of Carthage Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing

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Staff compassion and responsiveness

Residents and families describe staff members as caring and genuinely helpful.

Many reviews focus on staff attitude, describing frequent kindness, helpfulness, and genuine interest in residents. Multiple people also mention smiling, welcoming interactions and support during stressful visits. Even among mixed feedback, reviewers still single out individual nurses, therapists, aids, and maintenance staff for being responsive and respectful.

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Therapy helps residents regain mobility

Physical and speech therapy are a bright spot residents repeatedly highlight.

Several reviews credit therapy teams for real progress, including getting residents walking again and providing supportive rehabilitation. Reviews also mention occupational and speech therapy as part of the care experience. A few negative reviews still acknowledge therapy as the best part of the building, even when other areas fall short.

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Dining is often a comfort

Dining quality stands out in both positive and negative reviews.

Some families say the food is good and describe it as delicious or well handled by the kitchen staff. At the same time, there are complaints about meals being cold, which suggests results may vary depending on timing or staffing. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and supports special diets such as diabetes diets and special dietary restrictions.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Staffing and call-bell issues

Residents describe delays getting help when they need it.

A recurring concern is understaffing, with reviewers describing busy conditions and longer waits for nurse or aide assistance. Some comments mention difficulty reaching staff by phone or not getting responses quickly, including situations where communication felt stalled. A few reviews also describe missed care moments like delayed medication or caregivers not following through when help is requested.

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Condition and cleanliness concerns

Several reviews describe the facility as run down and not consistently clean.

Multiple negative reviews mention odors, visible dirt, and concerns about rooms and common areas feeling outdated or poorly maintained. Families also describe issues like damp rooms, pests, and the need for updates such as paint or flooring. While some residents report the building is clean and looks nice from the outside, the repeated complaints about cleanliness and upkeep are strong counterpoints.

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Nearby medical options are close

The area includes nearby hospital and clinic options.

Several nearby points of access are listed within a short drive, including a hospital imaging department and a cardiology clinic. There are also nearby churches, a recreation park, and pharmacies, which can help make routine errands and appointments easier to coordinate.

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Features

Housing

90 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

Watertown International (21 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

Carthage Hosp. X-Ray Department (0.1 miles)
Carthage Area Hospital Foundation (1 miles)
Carthage Area Hospital Pediatric Clinic (1.1 miles)

Physicians

Chest Pain Center & Heart Clinic (0.1 miles)
Tricounty Orthopedics (1.4 miles)
Family Practice Associates (1.4 miles)
Copenhagen Health Center (7.7 miles)
Jefferson Eye Surgeons (9.3 miles)
Beaver River Health Center (10.7 miles)
Birk Thomas P DO - LCGH Family Health Center (10.7 miles)

Parks

Carthage Recreation Park (0.5 miles)
Carthage Street Department (1.1 miles)
West Carthage Playground (1.8 miles)
Tuggers (7.6 miles)
Croghan Park (12.4 miles)
Black River Trail (13.2 miles)
Lowville Village Park (14.6 miles)

Places of Worship

Carthage-Champion United Methodist Church (0.8 miles)
First Baptist Church (0.9 miles)
United Community Church (0.9 miles)
Long Falls Baptist Church (0.9 miles)
Grace Episcopal Church (0.9 miles)
Cornerstone Baptist Church (5.8 miles)
Natural Bridge Church (7.3 miles)

Pharmacies

Kinney Drugs (1 miles)
Walgreens (2.1 miles)
Kinney Drugs (15.5 miles)

Restaurants

The Church Street Diner (1 miles)
Golden Chinese Restaurant (1 miles)
Chatterbox Diner (1.1 miles)
Stefano's Pizzeria (1.1 miles)
Jose O'Connor's (1.5 miles)
Subway (2 miles)
McDonald's (2 miles)

Transportation

DOL Rail Head (9.4 miles)
G Wizz Auto Rentals (11.3 miles)
U-Haul Moving & Storage (12.8 miles)
U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (12.8 miles)
W.E.R Yellow Cab (13.9 miles)

Theaters

Black River Drive In Theatre (10.9 miles)
Town Hall Theatre (14.8 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (11.4 miles)
Tim Hortons (12.8 miles)
Cafe Z (14.8 miles)

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