Best Nursing Homes in Nassau County, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 14 nursing homes in Nassau County, NY using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in NY
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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The New York average is: 55.7% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Belair Care Center Inc
NH
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
No Bellmore
102
Facility 102
NY AVG 192
Rank #331 / 429
93.1%
Facility 93.1%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #233 / 388
+3%
3.27
Facility 3.27
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #191 / 399
A +28%-9%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #91 / 402
4.0
Facility 4.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #151 / 402
-95-
92
Facility 92
NY AVG 63
Rank #56 / 457
Belair Care Center, Inc (For Profit)
$27.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $27.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #171 / 387
$14.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #160 / 387
54.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #166 / 386
335140
Oceanside Care Center Inc
NH
MC
SNF
Oceanside
100
Facility 100
NY AVG 192
Rank #334 / 429
98.0%
Facility 98.0%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #59 / 388
+8%
3.35
Facility 3.35
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #191 / 399
A +24%-6%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
18
Facility 18
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #209 / 402
6.0
Facility 6.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #294 / 402
-98-
72
Facility 72
NY AVG 63
Rank #232 / 457
Oceanside Care Center, Inc (For Profit)
$17.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #258 / 387
$7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #303 / 387
43.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 43.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #292 / 386
335158
Rockville Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, LLC
NH
SNF
Rockville Centre
66
Facility 66
NY AVG 192
Rank #394 / 429
90.9%
Facility 90.9%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #269 / 388
0%
2.95
Facility 2.95
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #279 / 399
A- +6%-18%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
10
Facility 10
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #60 / 402
3.3
Facility 3.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #99 / 402
-60-
82
Facility 82
NY AVG 63
Rank #146 / 457
Rockville Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, LLC (For Profit)
$12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #318 / 387
$6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #324 / 387
50.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #217 / 386
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Grandell Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH
SNF
Long Beach
278
Facility 278
NY AVG 192
Rank #85 / 429
98.9%
Facility 98.9%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #24 / 388
+9%
3.88
Facility 3.88
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #86 / 399
A- -63%+8%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
15
Facility 15
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #149 / 402
5.0
Facility 5.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #238 / 402
-275A-
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 63
Rank #94 / 457
Grandell Rehabilitation And Nursing Center, LLC (For Profit)
$42.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $42.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #73 / 387
$17.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #113 / 387
40.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #316 / 386
335498
Sands Point Center for Health and Rehabilitation
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Port Washington
180
Facility 180
NY AVG 192
Rank #203 / 429
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #296 / 388
-1%
2.71
Facility 2.71
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #345 / 399
B+ +49%-24%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #167 / 402
5.3
Facility 5.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #261 / 402
-161-
46
Facility 46
NY AVG 63
Rank #329 / 457
Agma, Inc (For Profit)
$30.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $30.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #154 / 387
$15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #150 / 387
50.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #217 / 386
335022
Kendal On Hudson
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Sleepy Hollow (Sleepy Hollow Manor)
47
Facility 47
NY AVG 192
Rank #426 / 429
53.2%
Facility 53.2%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #137 / 388
-41%
4.98
Facility 4.98
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #18 / 399
? +63%+39%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
9
Facility 9
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #49 / 402
3.0
Facility 3.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #75 / 402
-25--Kendal On Hudson
$8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #367 / 387
$13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #174 / 387
166.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 166.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #3 / 386
335848
Mount Sinai South Nassau
NH
Oceanside
455
Facility 455
NY AVG 192
Rank #17 / 429
--
5.35
Facility 5.35
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #8 / 399
? +370%+49%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
5
Facility 5
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #9 / 402
1.7
Facility 1.7
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #10 / 402
-18-
72
Facility 72
NY AVG 63
Rank #232 / 457
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Park Avenue Extended Care Facility
NH
MC
PC
SNF
Long Beach
240
Facility 240
NY AVG 192
Rank #103 / 429
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #92 / 388
+7%
2.98
Facility 2.98
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #279 / 399
B+ -22%-17%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
19
Facility 19
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #227 / 402
6.3
Facility 6.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #316 / 402
-233-
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 63
Rank #94 / 457
Park Avenue Operating Co, LLC (For Profit)
$33.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $33.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #121 / 387
$15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #151 / 387
44.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #274 / 386
335819
Beach Terrace Care Center
NH
HOS
SNF
Long Beach
182
Facility 182
NY AVG 192
Rank #199 / 429
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
NY AVG 90.6%
Rank #239 / 388
+3%
3.04
Facility 3.04
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #279 / 399
B+ -2%-15%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
17
Facility 17
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #190 / 402
3.4
Facility 3.4
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #112 / 402
-169-
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 63
Rank #94 / 457
Beach Terrace Care Center, Inc (For Profit)
$22.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $22.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #210 / 387
$11.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #209 / 387
51.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #196 / 386
335024
Long Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
PC
SNF
Long Beach
40
Facility 40
NY AVG 192
Rank #250 / 429
--
3.05
Facility 3.05
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #251 / 399
? +51%-15%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
24
Facility 24
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #282 / 402
8.0
Facility 8.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #372 / 402
-134-
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 63
Rank #94 / 457
Mlap Acquisition I, LLC (For Profit)
$23.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $23.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $29.0M
Rank #202 / 387
$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $15.3M
Rank #274 / 387
36.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 36.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 55.7%
Rank #350 / 386
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other NY nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 14 analyzed for Nassau County. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Belair Care Center

Belair Care Center provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in No Bellmore, NY. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains their living space. Memory care provides supervision in a secured setting for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing offers licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice and palliative care address comfort and supportive needs, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 102 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 16 minutes per resident per day, representing the amount of daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Rehabilitation services support recovery and functional goals, with in house primary care and specialty physicians available so residents can receive those medical services within the community.

Belair Care Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, giving families payment routes for covered or privately funded care. A Walk Score of 92 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby services independently. Andrew Yandoli serves as director, and the combination of short term, long term, memory, assisted living, and skilled care may suit a resident whose needs could change over time.

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Overview of Oceanside Care Center

Oceanside Care Center provides nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing care in Oceanside, NY. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include long term care and around the clock nursing, while memory care offers a secured, supervised setting for a resident at risk of wandering. The combination may be a good fit for someone who needs round the clock nursing or memory care supervision.

The center has 100 beds, with 98% occupancy, so nearly all beds are in use. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 21 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families payment pathways for covered or privately funded care.

Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available through temporary rehabilitation, supporting a resident recovering from illness, injury, or a hospital stay during a temporary care period. Therapeutic recreation, community trips, group counseling, yoga, Zumba, and religious services provide structured activities and support beyond nursing care. A salon, along with a diverse kosher menu and kosher dietary service, gives residents access to personal grooming and meals prepared around kosher dietary needs. A Walk Score of 72 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Rockville Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Rockville Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides skilled nursing and nursing home care in Rockville Centre, NY. Around the clock staffing supports residents who need ongoing nursing oversight, while short term rehabilitation serves people recovering through a time limited stay.

The center offers pulmonary rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation, wound care, and physical therapy, giving residents access to these services within their care setting rather than arranging each service independently. Its 66 beds define the size of the home without indicating a particular care experience. Total nurse staffing is 2h 57m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care costs. Rockville Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing oversight or short term rehabilitation in a nursing care setting.

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Overview of Grandell Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Grandell Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a nursing home in Long Beach, NY, offering skilled nursing and nursing care. Services include short-term and long-term rehabilitation, with nursing support available around the clock for adults of all ages. Specialized amputee rehabilitation can help someone adapt to life after limb loss. Short-term rehabilitation supports recovery after an illness, injury or hospital stay, while long-term rehabilitation serves residents who need continued clinical support.

Respiratory care and IV therapy are available within the center, so residents who need these treatments can receive them there. Medical, dental, podiatry and optometry services are provided, while social services, family counseling and psychiatry address related personal, family and mental health needs. The center has 278 beds, serving more residents and having more staff and programming than a small community, and its 99% occupancy rate means nearly all beds were occupied at the time represented by the figure. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 53 minutes per resident per day, representing the combined daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident.

Grandell Rehabilitation and Nursing Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid and private pay. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help pay for a longer stay when eligibility requirements are met, and private pay means a resident or family pays directly. The range of short-term and long-term rehabilitation, including amputee rehabilitation, may suit someone who needs skilled nursing care during recovery or adaptation after limb loss.

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Overview of Sands Point Center for Health and Rehabilitation

Sands Point Center for Health and Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Port Washington, NY offering memory care, nursing care, skilled nursing, and respite care. Skilled nursing and nursing care provide licensed nursing support on site around the clock. Memory care offers a dedicated setting with supervision for a resident living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Respite care provides short term stays for a family caregiver who needs temporary coverage while traveling or recovering.

The home has 180 beds, creating a larger community with more residents, staff, and programming. Private and semi private rooms allow for either individual or shared living arrangements. The community may be a good fit for someone whose needs include dementia care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or temporary respite support.

Short term rehabilitation takes place in a modern rehab gym within the community. Residents can receive rehabilitation services without leaving the home for those sessions. Programs include respiratory care, amputee rehabilitation, neuro rehabilitation, and certified cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, giving residents with these specialized needs access to corresponding services at the facility. Therapeutic diets and personalized diet plans address prescribed dietary needs.

A Walk Score of 46 places the area in the car dependent band, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for those errands. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. AGMA operates the community, and Isaac Sabo is the director.

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Overview of Kendal on Hudson

Kendal on Hudson in Sleepy Hollow, NY, offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment; independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care; memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision; and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Several care levels share one campus, so the community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time.

With 26 beds, this is a smaller setting where staff and residents may get to know one another. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom homes are available, including layouts with dens, giving residents a choice between a single-room or larger arrangement. Pets are allowed. Private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid are accepted.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 59 minutes per resident per day, representing the amount of nursing staff time allocated to each resident across a day. An indoor swimming pool provides a place to swim on site, while physical therapy offers rehabilitation services without arranging care at another location. Residents also have access to an outdoor patio overlooking the Hudson River and transportation to the express train to New York City.

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Overview of Mount Sinai South Nassau

Mount Sinai South Nassau is a nursing home in Oceanside, NY. Nursing home care includes ongoing nursing oversight and help with daily care, making the home a possible fit for a loved one who needs continuing support. There are 455 beds, so this is a large setting with more residents, staff and usually more programming than a small community.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 21 minutes per resident each day. That figure represents the daily hands on nursing time associated with each resident. Staff are available throughout the day and night, providing round the clock coverage.

Rehabilitation services allow therapy to be part of a resident’s care at the facility. A hospital eldercare program and animal assisted therapy are also available, giving residents access to those additional forms of support. Religious services provide opportunities for worship or spiritual support.

Mount Sinai South Nassau accepts residents who need this level of care in an acute care, not for profit teaching hospital setting.

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Overview of Park Avenue Extended Care Facility

Park Avenue Extended Care Facility provides nursing home, memory care, palliative care, skilled nursing, and respite care in Long Beach, NY. Nursing home services include long term care, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering, palliative care focuses on comfort, and respite care provides a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. The combination of care options can suit a resident whose needs change over time without requiring a move to a different community.

Rehabilitation services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with specialized neuro stroke care, cardiac rehabilitation, traumatic brain injury rehabilitation, wound care, IV therapy, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Residents with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can receive support through the community’s Alzheimer’s and dementia programs. These services address rehabilitation, neurological, cardiac, wound, and complex treatment needs within the facility’s care offerings.

Meals are prepared by professionally trained chefs, and kosher food is available for residents who follow kosher dietary practices. A doctor is on staff, and staffing is present 24 hours a day, so personnel are available throughout the day and night. The facility has 240 beds and is operated by Park Avenue Operating Co.

Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 59 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse time allocated to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for eligible care and services. A Walk Score of 88 places the area in the very walkable band, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Beach Terrace Care Center

Beach Terrace Care Center is a nursing home in Long Beach, NY, offering skilled nursing and hospice care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. Rehabilitation services are also available, giving residents access to therapy as part of their care at the center.

The community has 182 beds, placing it in a larger setting with more residents, staff and usually more programming. Its Neurobehavior Unit provides a designated care setting within the center. A total nurse staffing level of 3 hours and 3 minutes per resident per day represents the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident.

Beach Terrace Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid and private pay, giving families several listed ways to cover care. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing, rehabilitation or hospice care in a nursing home setting.

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Overview of Long Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Long Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Long Beach, NY, offering skilled nursing, hospice care, and palliative care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom management for people with serious or life limiting illness. The combination may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing support alongside rehabilitation or comfort focused care.

The home has 150 beds and a 93% occupancy rate, meaning most of its beds are in use. Total nurse staffing is 3h 3m per resident per day, representing the nursing time assigned to each resident across a day. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public coverage routes or a direct payment option depending on eligibility and arrangement.

Long Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offers short term rehabilitation and cardiac rehabilitation, so residents recovering from illness or a cardiac event can receive therapy within the center. Enteral nutrition therapy supports residents who receive nutrition through a feeding tube, while speech pathology can address communication or swallowing needs. Pain management, social work, and medical oversight and specialty services address additional clinical and personal needs during a stay.

A beauty parlor and barber shop allow residents to receive grooming services on site, and the landscaped courtyard provides an outdoor space. Religious services for all denominations give residents access to faith services within the community. MLAP Acquisition I operates Long Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

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  • 5 weighted categories
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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
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    Operational
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    Environment
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Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

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  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
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Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
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Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
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Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

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  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
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Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Nursing Homes in Nassau County at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 4.1/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Nassau County, NY. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Nassau County, NY. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 3.3/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Nassau County, NY. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5
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What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Nassau County, NY

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New York?

Assisted living in New York is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New York Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — New York Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 14 nursing homes in Nassau County, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Nassau County, NY?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Nassau County, NY, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Nassau County, NY?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.