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Best Nursing Homes in Queens County, NY

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Last updated
May 2026
We analyzed
17 homes in Queens County, NY

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and New York State Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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16 facilities compared · CMS & NY Dept. of Health data

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Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Far Rockaway
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 160
Rank #171 / 751
87.2%
Facility 87.2%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #299 / 433
-1%
2.83
Facility 2.83
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #309 / 388
+25%-21%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 395
73
Facility 73
NY AVG 73
Rank #283 / 587
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #187 / 394
4.0
Facility 4.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #125 / 394
2189-
74
Facility 74
NY AVG 63
Rank #538 / 1168
Joseph Brunner
$30.1M
Facility $30.1M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #195 / 383
$16.8M
Facility $16.8M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #158 / 383
55.9%
Facility 55.9%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #97 / 383
335387
Forest View Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Forest Hills
160
Facility 160
NY AVG 160
Rank #299 / 751
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #63 / 433
+10%
3.56
Facility 3.56
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #139 / 388
-14%-1%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 395
79
Facility 79
NY AVG 73
Rank #170 / 587
9
Facility 9
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #55 / 394
3.0
Facility 3.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #59 / 394
-158A+
94
Facility 94
NY AVG 63
Rank #159 / 1168
Estate Of Esther Friedman
$37.6M
Facility $37.6M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #133 / 383
$14.9M
Facility $14.9M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #177 / 383
39.5%
Facility 39.5%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #318 / 383
335310
Margaret Tietz Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Jamaica (160Th Street)
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 160
Rank #171 / 751
94.7%
Facility 94.7%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #136 / 433
+7%
2.59
Facility 2.59
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #361 / 388
+85%-28%
$8.5k
Facility $8.5k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #298 / 395
69
Facility 69
NY AVG 73
Rank #360 / 587
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #20 / 394
2.0
Facility 2.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #14 / 394
1189-
60
Facility 60
NY AVG 63
Rank #691 / 1168
Kwang Lee
$41.0M
Facility $41.0M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #113 / 383
$20.2M
Facility $20.2M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #112 / 383
49.1%
Facility 49.1%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #179 / 383
335336
Long Island Care Center Inc
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Flushing
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 160
Rank #171 / 751
91.2%
Facility 91.2%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #239 / 433
+3%
2.81
Facility 2.81
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #309 / 388
+35%-22%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 395
75
Facility 75
NY AVG 73
Rank #253 / 587
10
Facility 10
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #74 / 394
5.0
Facility 5.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #213 / 394
-194-
93
Facility 93
NY AVG 63
Rank #192 / 1168
Isaac Madeb
$33.7M
Facility $33.7M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #172 / 383
$23.4M
Facility $23.4M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #79 / 383
69.5%
Facility 69.5%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #25 / 383
335294
Cliffside Rehabilitation & Residential Health Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Flushing
218
Facility 218
NY AVG 160
Rank #152 / 751
94.5%
Facility 94.5%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #144 / 433
+7%
3.44
Facility 3.44
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #174 / 388
-11%-4%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 395
-
4
Facility 4
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #9 / 394
4.0
Facility 4.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #125 / 394
-205A+
93
Facility 93
NY AVG 63
Rank #192 / 1168
Marvin Teich
$44.3M
Facility $44.3M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #99 / 383
$22.0M
Facility $22.0M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #95 / 383
49.6%
Facility 49.6%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #173 / 383
335349
Hillside Manor Rehab & Extended Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Jamaica Estates (Hillside Avenue)
400
Facility 400
NY AVG 160
Rank #25 / 751
82.8%
Facility 82.8%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #340 / 433
-6%
3.62
Facility 3.62
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #139 / 388
-+74%+1%
$34.9k
Facility $34.9k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #339 / 395
73
Facility 73
NY AVG 73
Rank #283 / 587
15
Facility 15
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #165 / 394
5.0
Facility 5.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #213 / 394
-363-
29
Facility 29
NY AVG 63
Rank #969 / 1168
Jeffrey Jackson
$44.8M
Facility $44.8M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #96 / 383
$27.1M
Facility $27.1M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #60 / 383
60.5%
Facility 60.5%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #61 / 383
335531
Jamaica Hospital Nursing Home Co Inc
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Jamaica
228
Facility 228
NY AVG 160
Rank #143 / 751
--
3.67
Facility 3.67
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #123 / 388
+70%+3%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #305 / 395
-
8
Facility 8
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #41 / 394
4.0
Facility 4.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #125 / 394
1219-
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 63
Rank #319 / 1168
Jamaica Hospital Nursing Home Co Inc (Not For Profit)---335436
Ozanam Hall of Queens Nursing Home Inc
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bayside (Flushing)
432
Facility 432
NY AVG 160
Rank #22 / 751
74.8%
Facility 74.8%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #383 / 433
-15%
3.78
Facility 3.78
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #111 / 388
+17%+6%
$5.9k
Facility $5.9k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #292 / 395
54
Facility 54
NY AVG 73
Rank #539 / 587
17
Facility 17
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #203 / 394
5.7
Facility 5.7
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #263 / 394
-366-
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 63
Rank #319 / 1168
Roman Catholic Disocese Of Brooklyn
$59.7M
Facility $59.7M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #50 / 383
$40.3M
Facility $40.3M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #24 / 383
67.5%
Facility 67.5%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #27 / 383
335363
Queens Nassau Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Far Rockaway
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 160
Rank #171 / 751
93.7%
Facility 93.7%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #174 / 433
+6%
3.21
Facility 3.21
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #207 / 388
-11%-10%
$9.3k
Facility $9.3k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #310 / 395
63
Facility 63
NY AVG 73
Rank #445 / 587
11
Facility 11
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #92 / 394
5.5
Facility 5.5
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #257 / 394
-195-
74
Facility 74
NY AVG 63
Rank #538 / 1168
Joshua Teitelbaum
$32.0M
Facility $32.0M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #185 / 383
$18.4M
Facility $18.4M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #134 / 383
57.6%
Facility 57.6%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #85 / 383
335448
Premier Nursing and Rehab Center of Far Rockaway
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Far Rockaway
183
Facility 183
NY AVG 160
Rank #262 / 751
96.0%
Facility 96.0%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #95 / 433
+9%
2.51
Facility 2.51
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #374 / 388
+49%-30%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 395
85
Facility 85
NY AVG 73
Rank #86 / 587
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #187 / 394
5.3
Facility 5.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #241 / 394
-174-
74
Facility 74
NY AVG 63
Rank #538 / 1168
New Surfside Nursing Home LLC
$27.1M
Facility $27.1M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #217 / 383
$14.4M
Facility $14.4M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #188 / 383
53.2%
Facility 53.2%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #121 / 383
335165
Forest Hills Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Forest Hills
100
Facility 100
NY AVG 160
Rank #507 / 751
87.4%
Facility 87.4%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #296 / 433
-1%
3.48
Facility 3.48
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #157 / 388
+16%-3%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 395
76
Facility 76
NY AVG 73
Rank #232 / 587
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #108 / 394
6.0
Facility 6.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #280 / 394
-88-
94
Facility 94
NY AVG 63
Rank #159 / 1168
Shaya Landa
$18.6M
Facility $18.6M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #286 / 383
$8.1M
Facility $8.1M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #308 / 383
43.6%
Facility 43.6%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #271 / 383
335139
Meadow Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center LLC
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Flushing
143
Facility 143
NY AVG 160
Rank #360 / 751
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #255 / 433
+3%
2.54
Facility 2.54
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #374 / 388
+6%-29%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 395
74
Facility 74
NY AVG 73
Rank #272 / 587
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #126 / 394
4.3
Facility 4.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #154 / 394
-128-
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 63
Rank #319 / 1168
Julie Lichtschein
$40.7M
Facility $40.7M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #114 / 383
$14.5M
Facility $14.5M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #187 / 383
35.5%
Facility 35.5%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #348 / 383
335143
Ocean Gardens Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Arverne
280
Facility 280
NY AVG 160
Rank #78 / 751
75.8%
Facility 75.8%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #380 / 433
-14%
2.58
Facility 2.58
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #361 / 388
+62%-28%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 395
75
Facility 75
NY AVG 73
Rank #253 / 587
27
Facility 27
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #336 / 394
9.0
Facility 9.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #371 / 394
-264-
79
Facility 79
NY AVG 63
Rank #471 / 1168
Ocean Gardens Nursing Facility, Inc (For Profit)
$36.2M
Facility $36.2M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #144 / 383
$14.0M
Facility $14.0M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #194 / 383
38.8%
Facility 38.8%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #325 / 383
335738
Park Terrace Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Rego Park
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 160
Rank #171 / 751
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #63 / 433
+10%
3.04
Facility 3.04
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #264 / 388
+13%-15%
$50.9k
Facility $50.9k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #351 / 395
63
Facility 63
NY AVG 73
Rank #445 / 587
27
Facility 27
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #336 / 394
6.8
Facility 6.8
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #319 / 394
1194-
56
Facility 56
NY AVG 63
Rank #733 / 1168
Golda Klein
$32.4M
Facility $32.4M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #181 / 383
$19.8M
Facility $19.8M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #118 / 383
61.3%
Facility 61.3%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #56 / 383
335317
Lawrence Nursing Care Center, Inc
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Arverne
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 160
Rank #171 / 751
87.4%
Facility 87.4%
NY AVG 88.3%
Rank #296 / 433
-1%
2.28
Facility 2.28
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #386 / 388
-12%-36%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 395
60
Facility 60
NY AVG 73
Rank #487 / 587
24
Facility 24
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #298 / 394
8.0
Facility 8.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #346 / 394
-200-
79
Facility 79
NY AVG 63
Rank #471 / 1168
Rachael Fried
$23.0M
Facility $23.0M
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #250 / 383
$11.8M
Facility $11.8M
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #230 / 383
51.5%
Facility 51.5%
NY AVG 37%
Rank #147 / 383
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Overview of Forest Hills Care Center

Forest Hills Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Forest Hills, New York. It offers a range of services including short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The center is dedicated to providing compassionate care and a supportive community for its residents.

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Overview of Meadow Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center LLC

Meadow Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center LLC is a full-service inpatient rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Fresh Meadows, NY. It offers personalized rehabilitation services, excellent nursing care, and a certified Glatt Kosher dining experience. The facility is dedicated to helping residents maximize their potential and achieve their highest level of functional independence.

Contact Meadow Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center LLC

Overview of Ocean Gardens Care Center

Ocean Gardens Care Center is located in Arverne, NY. It focuses on providing a comfortable and supportive environment for residents. The center offers various amenities and services to enhance the quality of life for its residents.

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Overview of Park Terrace Care Center

Park Terrace Care Center is a rehabilitation facility located in Rego Park, NY. It provides 24-hour comprehensive medical, nursing, and rehabilitative care, specializing in traumatic brain injury rehabilitation. The center offers both short and long-term rehabilitation services, as well as dementia care.

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Overview of Lawrence Nursing Care Center, INC

Lawrence Nursing Care Center, INC is located in Arverne, NY. It provides a range of services including long-term care, rehabilitation, and specialized medical care. The facility is designed to ensure comfort and security for its residents.

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Overview of Central Queens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Central Queens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 200-bed for-profit skilled nursing facility in Maspeth, Queens County, operated for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Medicare and Medicaid certified, it maintained 98 percent occupancy as of recent data, with 195 residents currently resident.

The facility carries a one-star overall CMS rating and a one-star health inspection rating as of September 2025. Its compliance history shows sustained challenges: state surveyors assigned it the lowest health inspection rating for 35 of the 47 months between July 2021 and September 2025. Recent records document 328 complaints on file, 34 deficiencies, and 24 total citations. Families should request detailed information about specific corrective actions taken to address these findings before committing to placement.

Central Queens provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy alongside skilled nursing services. Patients receive an average of 2.85 hours of daily nursing care combining registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, and nursing aide hours, which falls below both New York state averages (3 hours 36 minutes) and national averages (3 hours 46 minutes). The facility offers patient lounges, dining areas, recreational rooms, an on-site beautician, private bathrooms, and fully furnished rooms.

The facility paid one fine totaling $658 in the most recent three-year period. It participates in both Medicare and Medicaid. Queens Hospital Center is approximately 1.4 miles away and New York-Presbyterian/Queens is 3.3 miles away, providing nearby hospital resources. Residents interested in returning home following rehabilitation can reference publicly available quality measures and readmission data when evaluating outcomes.

Central Queens is not recommended without extensive facility evaluation and verification of compliance improvements. Families exploring rehabilitation or long-term care in Queens should compare this facility carefully with higher-rated alternative options in the area and ask directly about staffing plans, deficiency resolution timelines, and resident outcomes before scheduling tours.

Contact Central Queens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Overview of Elmhurst Care Center, INC

ECC Nursing & Rehab is a 240-bed facility providing 24 hour comprehensive care to adults of all ages. It offers rehabilitative services, long-term care, and skilled nursing care. The facility is licensed by the Department of Health and certified to participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs.

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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.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    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.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

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
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

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

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

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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Frequently Asked Questions

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.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Queens 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 17 nursing homes in Queens County, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Queens 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 Queens 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 Queens 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.