Fulton Commons Care Center in East Meadow, NY

Fulton Commons Care Center is a nursing home community in East Meadow, NY.

Information last verified: June 11, 2026

60 Merrick Avenue, East Meadow, NY 11554

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

3.3 from 112 reviews

5 stars

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4 stars

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3 stars

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2 stars

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1 stars

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Overall Review of Fulton Commons Care Center

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Rehab and therapy get strong praise

Residents and families frequently credit rehab therapy with meaningful progress.

Multiple reviewers describe physical, occupational, and speech therapy as a major reason they saw improvement, including getting back on their feet and building strength after injuries and hospital stays. Several comments also mention staff working intensely on day-to-day rehab during short stays. A few reviews contrast that positive rehab experience with broader concerns about nursing support on the floors, but the therapy teams themselves are repeatedly singled out.

common 6 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is a consistent theme

Many families report a clean, well-kept environment.

A number of positive reviews highlight cleanliness, describing clean rooms, a bright and welcoming building, and a facility that feels well maintained. Some reviewers frame the cleanliness as part of feeling comfortable about daily care. There are also several critical reviews that complain about dirty conditions, including floors and bathrooms, so cleanliness appears uneven across residents’ experiences.

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Communication by phone frustrates families

Several reviewers say it can be hard to reach the right person by phone.

A recurring complaint is getting bounced around, ending up in voicemail, or not receiving call-backs when family members call to check on a loved one. Some reviewers describe the switching/transfer process as confusing, and others say the receptionist or phone coverage was unhelpful at key times. On the other hand, some reviews do praise responsiveness and updates, but the negative phone experiences are frequent enough to stand out.

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Food satisfaction splits sharply

Dining experiences range from enjoyable to disappointing.

One review describes residents enjoying a meal and a pleasant dining setup, while several others raise concerns about food service and meal delivery. The more critical comments mention issues like food not being served as expected or food that residents struggle to eat, leading families to bring meals in. The community does offer restaurant-style dining, and the mixed reactions suggest dining may vary by resident and staffing during mealtimes.

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Features

Housing

280 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

John F Kennedy International (12 miles away)
LaGuardia (16 miles away)
Westchester Cty (25 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

Restaurants

Sonic Drive-In (0.4 miles)
Marriott Concierge Lounge (0.6 miles)
McDonald's (1 miles)
Dave & Buster's (1.8 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (1.9 miles)
The Cheesecake Factory (1.9 miles)
Shake Shack (2.2 miles)

Parks

Eisenhower Park (0.7 miles)
Coes Neck Park (3.1 miles)
Hempstead Lake State Park (4.5 miles)
Newbridge Road Park (5.1 miles)
Newbridge Dog Park (5.4 miles)
Bethpage State Park (6.5 miles)

Hospitals

Nassau University Medical Center (1.3 miles)
Winthrop University Hospital (3.7 miles)
Winthrop University Hospital New Life Center (3.7 miles)
Kaur Rupinder P Do South Nassau Family Medicine Oceanside (5.5 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
Walgreens (2 miles)
Walgreens (2.1 miles)
Walgreens (2.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
Rite Aid (2.5 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (2.2 miles)
Starbucks (4.7 miles)
Starbucks (5 miles)
Starbucks (5.3 miles)
Starbucks (5.9 miles)
Starbucks (6.2 miles)
Mongo's Coffee (6.7 miles)

Transportation

LIRR - Westbury Station (2.3 miles)
LIRR - Hicksville Station (4.2 miles)
LIRR - Merrick Station (4.2 miles)
LIRR - Bellmore Station (4.5 miles)
LIRR - Wantagh Station (4.9 miles)
LIRR - Bethpage Station (5.3 miles)
LIRR New Hyde Park Station (5.5 miles)

Theaters

AMC Roosevelt Field 8 (2.5 miles)
AMC DINE-IN Levittown 1 (4 miles)
Regal Westbury Imax & RPX (4.2 miles)

Physicians

Winthrop Professional Building (3.6 miles)
Caring Pediatric Associates (3.6 miles)
Central Nassau Guidance (4.8 miles)
Long Island Pediatrics (5.1 miles)
South Nassau Communities Hospital (5.5 miles)
Prohealth Baldwin Harbour Pediatrics (5.9 miles)
Di Giovanna Family Care Center (6.2 miles)

Places of Worship

Community Church of East Williston (4 miles)
Merrick Jewish Center (4.7 miles)

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