Island Nursing And Rehab Center

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Island Nursing And Rehab Center

5537 Expressway Drive North, Holtsville, NY 11742

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro The staff at Island Nursing is kind and takes care of the patients well.
    • pro Residents have access to various activities, including bingo and concerts.
    • pro The facility is kept in good order, with clean rooms that receive ample sunlight.
    • pro The physical therapy and occupational therapy provided are excellent and tailored to the residents' needs.
    • pro Visitors experience friendly interactions with staff upon arrival, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

    Cons

    • pro The administration does not provide adequate support to the overwhelmed nursing staff.
    • pro Broken call buttons remain unfixed, leading to unmet resident needs.
    • pro Residents often miss showers without anyone noticing.
    • pro Laundry services fail to properly label residents' clothing, resulting in lost items.
    • pro Outside consulting doctors make quick decisions about medications without understanding patient history.
    • pro Residents are left in bed until late morning and returned to bed early in the evening, limiting their daily activity.
    • pro There is a lack of physical or mental stimulation for the residents; no recreational activities are offered.
    • pro Patients are often neglected, with some waiting excessively for basic care while nursing staff seems inattentive.
    • pro The overall quality of care appears compromised, with only one staff member showing concern or compassion during the stay.
    • pro Many residents seem bored and unengaged due to a lack of opportunities to participate in activities outside their rooms.

    Review

    The experiences of families with nursing home facilities depict a complex, often troubling picture of care and staff interactions. While some facilities exhibit kindness from certain staff members, there are consistently reported issues that overshadow these positive aspects, leading to frustration and disappointment among residents and their families. The reviews reflect a clear divide between adequate care and overwhelming neglect in several areas.

    One prominent concern is the overwhelming workload placed on nurses and aides at these facilities. Families express sympathy for the dedicated staff who strive to provide assistance but are hampered by insufficient support from administration. Broken call buttons go unfixed for prolonged periods, leaving residents without help when they need it most. Showers are frequently missed, highlighting a deficit in basic care routines that should be standard in any rehabilitation setting. Additionally, laundry services fail to properly label clothing, which leads to lost items—a small yet important piece of maintaining individual dignity within these centers.

    Consulting doctors—who often spend minimal time with residents—tend to make medication decisions without fully understanding patient histories or conditions. This can raise concerns about the appropriateness of prescribed treatments based solely on brief visits rather than comprehensive assessments. For many families, this aspect underscores a broader systemic issue: a lack of coordination among department heads that may lead to uncoordinated or ineffective treatment plans for residents.

    Routine practices can also be disheartening; many residents find themselves confined to their beds until late morning and returned shortly after dinner—limiting mobility and social interaction throughout the day. A notable absence of physical or mental stimulation is alarming as it emphasizes a lack of structured activities meant to enhance the quality of life for elderly individuals grappling with confinement in nursing homes. Such environments foster boredom and dissatisfaction among residents, leading family members to implore administrators for more dynamic programming.

    While some reviews mention positive experiences at Island Nursing & Rehab Center, with commendations directed towards specific staff members who exhibit compassion and diligence, others highlight stark contrasts in care levels—including instances where staff seemed disengaged or uninterested in providing timely assistance. Families recount moments when loved ones waited excessively long for attention; this latency reflects not only staffing shortages but potentially an organizational culture that fails to prioritize resident welfare above all else.

    Interestingly, experiences vary greatly even within facilities praised for their services. Some individuals received commendable therapies and enjoyed engaging activities like bingo or concerts—which can serve as essential sources of joy in such settings—but many still voiced concerns over how long-term residents were treated overall. Feedback suggests a pressing need for improvement across different aspects including regular monitoring by supervisory personnel and better communication between departments to ensure everyone involved has access to resident histories.

    In conclusion, while there are pockets of excellence within nursing home settings described by reviewers—staff exhibiting genuine compassion coupled with well-organized rehabilitation programs—significant shortcomings persist regarding administrative oversight and labor management. These deficiencies affect both the quality of life experienced by residents as well as the peace of mind felt by their families tasked with ensuring their loved ones receive appropriate care during vulnerable times in their lives.

    Features

    Housing

    • 120 resident community capacity 120 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 Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

    Transportation

    • 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

    Description

    Island Nursing and Rehab Center in Holtsville, NY is an exceptional assisted living community that offers a wide range of amenities and care services to ensure the comfort and well-being of its residents.

    The community boasts a myriad of amenities that cater to various needs and interests. Residents can enjoy pampering themselves at the beauty salon or relax while watching their favorite shows on cable or satellite TV. A computer center allows them to stay connected with loved ones, while a small library provides a peaceful space for reading and learning. The dining room offers restaurant-style meals prepared by skilled culinary staff, ensuring that residents enjoy delicious and nutritious food. For those who prefer private cooking, kitchenettes are available in some units. The fully furnished accommodations provide a cozy and comfortable environment for residents to feel at home.

    Residents have access to numerous recreational facilities designed to promote an active lifestyle. A fitness room enables them to engage in physical activities tailored to their abilities, while a gaming room offers opportunities for entertainment and socialization. Outdoor spaces such as gardens provide tranquil areas for relaxation or enjoying nature. Planned daily activities and resident-run programs foster a sense of community spirit, while scheduled day trips allow residents to explore new places and create cherished memories.

    Care services provided round-the-clock ensure that residents receive any assistance they may require. The 24-hour call system guarantees immediate support whenever needed, along with 24-hour supervision for added peace of mind. Trained staff members assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. Medication management ensures that residents take their prescribed medications correctly, while special dietary restrictions are accommodated to meet specific health needs.

    Transportation arrangements cater both to non-medical needs as well as transportation to doctors' appointments when necessary. Move-in coordination helps streamline the process of transitioning into the community smoothly.

    With excellent proximity to cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, theaters, and hospitals in the surrounding area—offering additional convenience and accessibility—Island Nursing and Rehab Center truly provides a comprehensive and caring environment where residents can thrive.

    Nearby Places of Interest

    Restaurants

    • Applebee's (0.3 miles)
    • McDonald's (0.3 miles)
    • Taco Bell (0.4 miles)
    • Chili's Grill & Bar (1.7 miles)
    • Wendy's (1.9 miles)
    • Popei's Clam Bar (3.2 miles)
    • Applebee's (3.4 miles)

    Pharmacies

    • CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
    • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
    • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
    • Walgreens (3 miles)

    Cafes

    • Starbucks (1.4 miles)
    • Starbucks (3.3 miles)
    • Starbucks (6.1 miles)
    • Bellport General (6.5 miles)
    • Nesconset Bagel Cafe (6.5 miles)
    • Starbucks (6.8 miles)

    Theaters

    • Island 16 Cinema de Lux (1.8 miles)
    • Regal Ronkonkoma (3.7 miles)
    • AMC Stony Brook 17 (6.4 miles)

    Physicians

    • Robyn LaBarca (3.1 miles)
    • Stony Brook Advanced Pediatric Care (3.2 miles)
    • First Choice Medical (3.4 miles)
    • Stony Brook Extended Care (3.4 miles)
    • South Shore Neurologic Associates (4 miles)
    • Advanced Orthopedics (4 miles)
    • Medihealth Realty (4.2 miles)

    Transportation

    • Suffolk Transportation Coram (3.3 miles)
    • Patchogue Lirr Station (4.4 miles)
    • LIRR - Ronkonkoma Station (4.4 miles)
    • TSA Security Check Point (4.5 miles)
    • Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) (4.5 miles)
    • Baggage Claim (4.6 miles)
    • Mid Island Air Service (5 miles)

    Hospitals

    • Long Island Community Hospital (3.9 miles)

    Parks

    • Selden Dog Park (4.5 miles)
    • Shorefront Park (5.3 miles)

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