Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Little Neck Care Center
Little Neck Care Center is a Nursing Home in New York State
Little Neck Care Center is a Nursing Home in New York State
Little Neck Care Center
Little Neck Care Center is a Nursing Home in New York State
Little Neck Care Center is a Nursing Home in New York State
Overview of Little Neck Care Center
Providing a spectrum of senior care services under one roof, Little Neck Care Center offers skilled nursing care for individuals requiring round-the-clock medical attention. Personalized care plans are established by an expert staff to ensure each resident receives the necessary support for optimal well-being. Residents also benefit from advanced medical technology and compassionate care that prioritizes dignity and independence.
Little Neck Care Center recognizes that not all seniors require the same level of care. Beyond skilled nursing, this community offers a range of supportive services for individuals who can benefit from some assistance with daily living activities. Spacious private rooms and a warm, social atmosphere, create a sense of community and connection for everyone. With its commitment to excellent care, and a continuum of senior living services, Little Neck Care Center empowers seniors to live a safe, dignified, and fulfilling life.
Stephen Staiano serves as the Administrator at Little Neck Care Center. He leads the community with a commitment to providing quality care and fostering a supportive environment for residents and staff alike.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
120
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
51.2%
Residents per day (avg)
103
Occupancy rate
51.2%
Residents per day (avg)
103
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
51% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
2 months
Private pay
45% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$25.6M
Loss
-$2.2M
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$25,606,927.00
Loss
$-2,182,086.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.7M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$19.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$27.8M
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 81 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility Type
Nursing Home
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
335434
County:
Queens
Ownership & operating entity
Little Neck Care Center is legally operated by Optima Care Little Neck, LLC (For Profit).
Inspection History
In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
8 inspections
5 with citations, 3 without citations
8 on-site complaint investigations
New York average: 9 inspections (6 with citations), 14 on-site complaint investigations
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121 complaints
118 complaints per 100 occupied beds
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
New York average: 23 complaints
19 citations
14 health citations
5 life safety citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 25 citations
0 enforcement actions
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.Compare Nursing Homes around Queens
Cypress Garden Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Queens
268
No
A+
96
KPRH Iv Operations, LLC (For Profit)
97.1%
$46,679,182.00
$11,528,524.00
24.7%
267.80
5/5
2.5807
4/5
2/5
5/5
-
Hollis Park Manor
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Queens
80
No
-
81
IZASK, ROBERT
95.8%
$11,655,044.00
$5,350,041.00
45.9%
76.80
4/5
3.8595
4/5
4/5
4/5
-
Park Nursing Home
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
HC
Hospice Care
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Queens
196
No
-
80
Park House Care Center, LLC (For Profit)
88.2%
$21,342,502.00
$5,614,723.00
26.3%
186.60
4/5
3.1800
4/5
2/5
-
2
Little Neck Care Center
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
RC
Respite Care
Little Neck
200
No
-
81
SCANTLEBURY, INGRID
51.2%
$25,586,278.00
$8,737,919.00
34.2%
102.50
4/5
3.4895
3/5
4/5
5/5
-
Sapphire Center
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Queens
227
No
-
94
HERSH, DEENA
96.4%
$39,574,764.00
$11,831,312.00
29.9%
220.10
2/5
3.1035
1/5
3/5
5/5
1
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5.2 miles from city center
260-19 Nassau Blvd, Little Neck, NY 11362
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
143
Total Staff
105
Employees
38
Contractors
45,689
Total Hours (Quarter)
68
Avg Staff/Day
7.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 7.5 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 7.2 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 52 | 7.4 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
85 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
7hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
34 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
3 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
11 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
14.8%
of total hours from contractors
6,760 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Certified Nursing Assistant: 1
Licensed Practical Nurse: 4
Registered Nurse: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 8
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 9
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3
Respiratory Therapist: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 51 | 1 | 52 | 21,328 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 4 | 16 | 5,654 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 1 | 17 | 5,247 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 9 | 10 | 2,802 | 79 | 87% | 8.2 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,758 | 91 | 100% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 8 | 10 | 1,674 | 78 | 86% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,575 | 69 | 76% | 7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 745 | 79 | 87% | 9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 641 | 65 | 71% | 5.6 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 545 | 61 | 67% | 8.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 4 | 5 | 433 | 61 | 67% | 7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 412 | 60 | 66% | 6.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 406 | 58 | 64% | 7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 406 | 58 | 64% | 7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 404 | 58 | 64% | 6.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 392 | 56 | 62% | 7 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 2 | 3 | 226 | 29 | 32% | 7.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 24 | 26% | 1.6 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Nov 2019 – Aug 2024)
3
Inspections
13
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
4.33
Citations/Inspection
Aug 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Infection Control
2
15% of total
Resident Rights
1
8% of total
Quality of Life & Care
1
8% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
8% of total
Pharmacy Services
1
8% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
13
Complaint Investigations
0
State Comparison (NY)
Citations
13
New York average: 18.5
Critical Citations
0
New York average: 0.2
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2024 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Aug 28, 2024 | D | Nursing Services | F0732 | Corrected |
| Aug 28, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0688 | Corrected |
| Aug 28, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0655 | Corrected |
| Aug 28, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Aug 28, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0557 | Corrected |
| Oct 18, 2022 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0604 | Corrected |
| Oct 18, 2022 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Oct 18, 2022 | D | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Oct 18, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Oct 18, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0655 | Corrected |
| Oct 18, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Nov 18, 2019 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
104
Total Residents
Medicare
24
(23.1%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
62
(59.6%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
18
(17.3%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
7.0
Score
29% better than avg
New York avg: 9.8
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
15.9
Score
12% better than avg
New York avg: 18.1
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
11.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
3.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.7%
Depressive Symptoms
14.4%
Falls with Major Injury
2.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
5.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
11.8%
Influenza Vaccine
97.8%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
5.8%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
24.2%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
95.1%
24% better than avg
New York: 76.6%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
1.4%
10% worse than avg
New York: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
91.8%
16% better than avg
New York: 78.8%
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Little Neck Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
51.2%
↑ 0.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$2,182,086
↓ ~$2.4M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$13,748,910
↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-8.5%
↓ 9.4pp vs 2022
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community First Choice Option
NY Medicaid CFCO
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $30,182 (individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion).
- NY Specifics: Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), assistive technology ($500 avg.).
Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)
NY EISEP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
- Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $15,000 (individual).
- NY Specifics: Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), case management, transportation (~5 trips/month).
Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)
NY SCRIE
Official government program page
- General: Age 62+, NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.
- Income Limits (2025): $50,000/year (household).
- Asset Limits: No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.
- NY Specifics: Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.
- Services: Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord.
Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)
NY SCHE
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.
- Income Limits (2025): $58,399/year (household).
- Asset Limits: No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.
- NY Specifics: Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.
- Services: Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value).
New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program
NYFSC Home Sharing
- General: One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), NYC resident, able to share living space.
- Income Limits: No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; focus on housing need.
- NY Specifics: Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.
- Services: Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates.
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NY Medicaid CFCO
Community First Choice Option
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).- Asset Limits:$30,182 (individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion).
NY Specifics:Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), assistive technology ($500 avg.).
NY EISEP
Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
- Income Limits:~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$15,000 (individual).
- NY Specifics:Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), case management, transportation (~5 trips/month).
NY SCRIE
Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.
- Income Limits (2025):$50,000/year (household).
- Asset Limits:No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.
- NY Specifics:Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord.
NY SCHE
Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.
- Income Limits (2025):$58,399/year (household).
- Asset Limits:No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.
- NY Specifics:Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value).
NYFSC Home Sharing
New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program
Requirements:
- General:One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), NYC resident, able to share living space.
- Income Limits:No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; focus on housing need.
- NY Specifics:Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates.
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