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Brookhaven Rehab & Health Care Center in Far Rockaway, NY

Brookhaven Rehab & Health Care Center is a nursing home community in Far Rockaway, NY.

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Brookhaven Rehab & Health Care Center in Far Rockaway, NY

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250 Beach 17Th Street, Far Rockaway, NY 11691

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3.9 from 118 reviews
5 stars
69
4 stars
18
3 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Brookhaven Rehab & Health Care Center

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is mixed

Cleanliness reviews are mixed, with both praised cleanliness and serious reports of dirty or smelly rooms.

Several visitors describe the facility as clean or well kept, including reports of a clean room, a clean environment, and cleanliness as part of the overall positive impression. Other reviewers report much more negative experiences, including sticky floors, dirty rooms and bathrooms, and accounts of strong odors. A few reviews also connect poor cleanliness to worries about patient well-being.

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Therapy support helps recovery

Residents and families describe physical and occupational therapy as a major part of the recovery experience.

Multiple reviews highlight rehab outcomes, including wound care and rehab support described as taking great care during recovery. Others credit the physical and occupational therapy team with improvements after injuries, including regaining mobility and working toward independence. Recreation staff are also mentioned alongside therapy as part of making the stay feel more manageable.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Food quality is a recurring concern

Dining quality comes up repeatedly, with complaints about meal repetition and service issues.

While one review mentions enjoying the menu and sampling, several others raise concerns about food quality and variety. Complaints include pork being served despite an allergy, sour milk, repetitive meals, and basic meal items like jelly sandwich snacks. A few reviewers also describe the dining room environment as a problem, which adds to the concerns about day-to-day comfort.

  • A well-lit dining room with decorated tables and chairs arranged neatly.
caveat 5 reviews mention this

Call-bell and phone access problems

Communication gaps show up in multiple reviews, including call-bell delays and non-working phones.

Some reviewers describe long waits for staff response after using the call bell, including accounts of delays even when they are near the nursing station. Others mention phones not working for extended periods, preventing them from reaching loved ones reliably. There are also negative comments about front desk or phone interactions, reinforcing the theme that communication can be difficult during the stay.

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Features

Housing

  • 298 resident community capacity 298 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • John F Kennedy International (3 miles away) John F Kennedy International (3 miles away)
  • LaGuardia (14 miles away) LaGuardia (14 miles away)
  • Newark International (23 miles away) Newark International (23 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Far Rockaway, New York, this area offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to senior living. With multiple CVS Pharmacies nearby for easy access to medications and health care needs, as well as physicians and hospitals within a short distance, seniors can feel confident about their health care options. For those seeking spiritual fulfillment, there are places of worship such as Congregation Sons of Israel and St Luke's Episcopal Church in close proximity. Additionally, the abundance of parks like Oceanside Park and Hempstead Lake State Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. With various dining options ranging from fine dining at Bobby Van's Steakhouse to casual fare at White Castle, there is something to suit every taste. Overall, this part of Far Rockaway offers a convenient and diverse environment for seniors looking to enjoy their golden years.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.8 miles)

Transportation

  • JFK Runways (3.1 miles)
  • Delta SkyClub & SkyDeck (3.3 miles)
  • JFK Apron (3.4 miles)
  • Concourse B (3.5 miles)
  • Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Lounge (3.6 miles)
  • The Centurion Lounge (3.6 miles)
  • Terminal 5 (3.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Congregation Sons of Israel (3.3 miles)
  • St Luke's Episcopal Church (9.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Air France Lounge (3.9 miles)
  • Bobby Van's Steakhouse (4.1 miles)
  • Jordans Lobster Farm (5 miles)
  • White Castle (7.5 miles)
  • Sonny's Canal House (8.5 miles)
  • Sugar Bowl (9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group (5.7 miles)
  • South Nassau Communities Hospital (7.4 miles)
  • Prohealth Baldwin Harbour Pediatrics (7.9 miles)
  • Long Island Pediatrics (8 miles)

Parks

  • Oceanside Park (6.7 miles)
  • Hempstead Lake State Park (8 miles)
  • Forest Park (8.9 miles)
  • Cunningham Park (9.4 miles)
  • Coes Neck Park (9.5 miles)
  • Alley Pond Park (10 miles)

Hospitals

  • Kaur Rupinder P Do South Nassau Family Medicine Oceanside (7.3 miles)
  • Kings County Hospital Center (10.9 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Fresh Meadows 7 (10.1 miles)

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