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Luxor Nursing And Rehabilitation At Mills Pond in St James, NY

Luxor Nursing And Rehabilitation At Mills Pond is a nursing home community in St James, NY.

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  • Interior

    A therapist assists an elderly man with arm exercises during a physical therapy session.
  • Decor

    A well-decorated hospital room with a bed and modern furnishings.
  • Building

    A modern brick hospital building with a prominent entrance.
  • Windows

    An elegant dining area with neatly arranged tables and a piano.
  • Hallway

    An empty hospital hallway with bright lighting and clean floors.
  • Healthcare

    A therapist assists an elderly man with arm exercises during a rehabilitation session.
  • Rehabilitation

    An elderly person receives assistance during a physical therapy session.

273 Moriches Road, St James, NY 11780

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4.1 from 164 reviews
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4 stars
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Overall Review of Luxor Nursing And Rehabilitation At Mills Pond

differentiator 11 reviews mention this

Physical and occupational therapy stands out

Physical and occupational therapy is a consistent highlight for residents recovering and building strength.

Many reviewers point to PT and OT as a main reason their stay felt productive, describing therapists who worked with them on mobility, exercises, and day-to-day progress. Several residents and families single out the therapy team as knowledgeable and attentive, including examples of therapy being tailored to the person’s situation. A number of reviews also connect therapy with getting someone back to walking or returning home with more independence.

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Clean facility and well-kept rooms

The cleanliness of the building and rooms is repeatedly mentioned across reviews.

Reviewers frequently describe the facility as clean, bright, and well maintained, including rooms and common areas. Some mentions also describe no unpleasant odors and rooms that feel sanitary and cared for. A few negative reviews dispute this, citing dirty rooms, bathrooms, or inconsistent cleaning, but cleanliness remains one of the most recurring impressions overall.

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Caring, responsive staff make a difference

Residents and families most often describe the staff as caring, attentive, and professional.

Across many reviews, families credit staff for kindness, empathy, and professional support during rehabilitation and daily care. Multiple reviewers mention nurses, aides, social workers, and therapists working together and keeping them informed, sometimes in detail about progress or discharge steps. At the same time, there are also recurring complaints about communication and responsiveness—especially by phone and during evenings or nights—so the experience can vary depending on the shift and staffing coverage.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Food receives mixed reactions

Dining is a split point in reviews, with some praising meals and others calling the food poor.

Some reviewers say the food is good and mention enjoying specific items, while others describe meals as cold, tasteless, or inconsistent. Families also comment that dietary needs and restrictions are handled, and at least a few reviews highlight special touches such as snacks or a café experience. The negative food reviews are detailed and strongly worded, making dining one of the more frequent reasons for dissatisfaction.

  • An elegant dining area with neatly arranged tables and a piano.
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Activities keep people engaged

Residents are repeatedly described as having activities and social options during their stay.

Several reviews mention keeping busy with social events, scheduled activities, or resident engagement that helps pass the time. Some families and visitors also describe a lively common-area feel, including music and casual socializing. A few reviewers note limitations around the amount of activities—sometimes attributing it to the size of the community—so the variety may depend on what is available at the time of the stay.

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Concerns about dementia-unit staffing

Some reviews raise serious safety and staffing concerns on dementia-related units.

Two reviews specifically describe alarming conditions in the dementia setting, including issues with supervision, cleanliness, and staffing coverage on weekends or nights. One reviewer describes a resident being moved after wandering concerns and later declining quickly, while another reports understaffing and unmet assistance needs during off-hours. These reports stand apart from the more positive experiences shared in other reviews and are an important caveat for families considering dementia care.

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Features

Housing

  • 252 resident community capacity 252 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • 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
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • 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

  • Long Island - MacArthur (6 miles away) Long Island - MacArthur (6 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
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • 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
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • 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

This part of St James, New York, offers a variety of amenities that cater to seniors looking for convenience and entertainment in their everyday lives. With multiple theaters nearby like AMC Stony Brook 17 and Island 16 Cinema de Lux, seniors can enjoy watching movies without having to travel far. In terms of healthcare, there are numerous physicians offices such as Dr Denis O'Brien, MD and Stony Brook Cancer Center within a few miles radius for easy access to medical services. For dining options, there are popular restaurants like Shake Shack and Bahama Breeze as well as cafes such as Starbucks and Crazy Beans to enjoy social outings or meals outside the home. In addition, there are pharmacies like Duane Reade and CVS Pharmacy nearby for medication needs. For outdoor activities, seniors can explore parks like Avalon Park & Preserve or West Meadow Beach for leisurely walks or picnics. Furthermore, transportation is easily accessible with the LIRR Ronkonkoma Station within reach for any travel needs. This area provides a well-rounded community for seniors looking to settle down in a vibrant neighborhood with all the necessary conveniences close by.

Theaters

  • AMC Stony Brook 17 (0.8 miles)
  • Regal Ronkonkoma (4.2 miles)
  • Island 16 Cinema de Lux (6.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Dr Denis O'Brien, MD (0.8 miles)
  • Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology (1.3 miles)
  • Stony Brook Cancer Center (2.3 miles)
  • ProHEALTH East End Eye (2.3 miles)
  • Endocrine Associates of Long Island (2.4 miles)
  • Branch Pediatrics (2.5 miles)
  • Long Island State Veterans Home (2.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Shake Shack (0.9 miles)
  • Red Lobster (1 miles)
  • Lake Grove Diner (1 miles)
  • Bahama Breeze (1.2 miles)
  • Burger King (1.3 miles)
  • Miller's Ale House - Lake Grove (1.4 miles)
  • Applebee's (1.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Duane Reade (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Student Activities Center (2.6 miles)
  • Crazy Beans (2.6 miles)
  • Nesconset Bagel Cafe (3.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)

Parks

  • Avalon Park & Preserve (2.4 miles)
  • West Meadow Beach (4.4 miles)
  • Selden Dog Park (4.6 miles)
  • Sunken Meadow State Park (6.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Main Lobby (2.4 miles)
  • St Catherine of Siena Medical Center (4.4 miles)
  • John T Mather Memorial Hospital (6.1 miles)
  • St Charles Hospital (6.3 miles)

Transportation

  • LIRR - Ronkonkoma Station (5.2 miles)

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