Beach Gardens Rehab and Nursing Center
17 11 Brookhaven Avenue · Far Rockaway, NY · 11691 · 7188698037
163 certified beds For profit - Individual
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 2 times under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.45 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.60 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.05 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 35% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (12 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 31, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Past Non-Compliance · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 10, 2021
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 5, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F November 10, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 5, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 10, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 5, 2022 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335682 · certified since July 24, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.