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Total Health inspections
3
17% below New York average
New York average:
3.6
Last Health inspection on Aug 2024
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
Operating loss
-$2.2M
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$25,606,927.00
Operating 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 (5 with citations), 15 on-site complaint investigations
121 complaints
118 complaints per 100 occupied beds
New York average: 49.9 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: 96 complaints
Latest inspection
Date:August 28, 2024
Type:Complaint Investigation
19 total 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: 29 citations
New York average: 20 health citations
New York average: 4 life safety citations
16 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
0 enforcement actions
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.
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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
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+11%
-28%
+10%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Queens (Flushing)
268
No
A+
96
KPRH Iv Operations, LLC (For Profit)
97.1%
$46,679,182.00
$11,528,524.00
24.7%
267.80
2.5807
-
12
-
+11%-28%+10%
Hollis Park Manor
+143%
+8%
+9%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Queens (Jamaica)
80
No
-
81
IZASK, ROBERT
95.8%
$11,655,044.00
$5,350,041.00
45.9%
76.80
3.8595
-
12
-
+143%+8%+9%
Park Nursing Home
+12%
-11%
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 (Rockaway Park)
196
No
-
80
Park House Care Center, LLC (For Profit)
88.2%
$21,342,502.00
$5,614,723.00
26.3%
186.60
3.1800
2
20
-
+12%-11%
0%
Little Neck Care Center
-4%
-3%
-42%
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 (Little Neck)
200
No
-
81
SCANTLEBURY, INGRID
51.2%
$25,586,278.00
$8,737,919.00
34.2%
102.50
3.4895
-
13
-
-4%-3%-42%
Sapphire Center
+65%
-13%
+9%
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 (Flushing)
227
No
-
94
HERSH, DEENA
96.4%
$39,574,764.00
$11,831,312.00
29.9%
220.10
3.1035
1
28
3
+65%-13%+9%
Cypress Garden Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Queens (Flushing)
Bed Count:
268
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
KPRH Iv Operations, LLC (For Profit)
CCN:
335446
Occupancy:
97.1%
Home Revenue:
$46,679,182.00
Payroll Costs:
$11,528,524.00
Payroll %:
24.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
267.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.5807
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
12
RN share vs State Avg:
+11%
+11%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-28%
-28%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+10%
+10%
Hollis Park Manor
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Queens (Jamaica)
Bed Count:
80
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
IZASK, ROBERT
CCN:
335333
Occupancy:
95.8%
Home Revenue:
$11,655,044.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,350,041.00
Payroll %:
45.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
76.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.8595
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
12
RN share vs State Avg:
+143%
+143%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+8%
+8%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+9%
+9%
Park Nursing Home
Type of care:
AL
HC
SNF
Community:
Queens (Rockaway Park)
Bed Count:
196
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
Park House Care Center, LLC (For Profit)
CCN:
335093
Occupancy:
88.2%
Home Revenue:
$21,342,502.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,614,723.00
Payroll %:
26.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
186.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.1800
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
20
RN share vs State Avg:
+12%
+12%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-11%
-11%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
0%
Little Neck Care Center
Type of care:
MC
SNF
RC
Community:
Little Neck (Little Neck)
Bed Count:
200
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
SCANTLEBURY, INGRID
CCN:
335434
Occupancy:
51.2%
Home Revenue:
$25,586,278.00
Payroll Costs:
$8,737,919.00
Payroll %:
34.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
102.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.4895
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
13
RN share vs State Avg:
-4%
-4%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-3%
-3%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-42%
-42%
Sapphire Center
Type of care:
MC
SNF
Community:
Queens (Flushing)
Bed Count:
227
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
HERSH, DEENA
CCN:
335133
Occupancy:
96.4%
Home Revenue:
$39,574,764.00
Payroll Costs:
$11,831,312.00
Payroll %:
29.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
220.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.1035
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
28
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
+65%
+65%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-13%
-13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+9%
+9%Places of interest near Little Neck Care Center
5.2 miles from city center — 1.18 miles to nearest hospital (Long Island Jewish Medical 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
Total Health citations
13
30% below New York average
New York average:
18.5
4.33 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations origin
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
Standard inspections
13 citations
Complaint investigations
0 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations
0
100% below New York average
New York average:
0.2
Serious Health citations
0
100% below New York average
New York average:
0.2
Moderate Health citations
13
Minor Health citations
0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Aug 28, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Aug 28, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Aug 28, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Aug 28, 2024
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 of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
7.0
29% better than New York average
New York average:
9.8
Functional decline score
15.9
12% better than New York average
New York average:
18.1
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
11.9%
28% below New York average.
Walking Ability Worsened
11.8%
29% below New York average.
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
24.2%
13% above New York average.
Safety & clinical stability
Falls with Major Injury
2.0%
33% below New York average.
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
5.8%
19% below New York average.
Urinary Tract Infection
1.7%
19% above New York average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing
Depressive Symptoms
14.4%
21% below New York average.
Antipsychotic Use
5.4%
57% below New York average.
Preventive care
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
9% above New York average.
Influenza Vaccine
97.8%
3% above New York average.
Nutrition & physical health
Lost Too Much Weight
3.3%
45% below New York average.Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
95.1%
24% better than New York average
Antipsychotic medication increase
1.4%
10% worse than New York average
Influenza Vaccine
91.8%
16% better than New York average 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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