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Bainbridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.

3518 Bainbridge Avenue, Norwood · Bronx, NY 10467200 bedsLicensed & Active
4/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.4/5

based on 290 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Bainbridge is highly regarded for its dedicated nursing and physical therapy teams, making it a strong candidate for rehabilitation. However, because multiple reviewers noted the facility is physically dated and lacks outdoor space, we recommend visiting in person to ensure the environment meets your loved one's comfort needs. Be sure to ask management about their specific protocols for off-hour communication to address concerns regarding responsiveness.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

290 reviews on Google
Bainbridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center receives consistent praise for its compassionate, professional, and attentive nursing and therapy staff who are frequently described as the facility's greatest asset. While many families report high satisfaction with the cleanliness and quality of care, some reviewers express significant concerns regarding the aging physical infrastructure, a lack of outdoor space for residents, and occasional lapses in responsiveness or communication during off-hours.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff9.0Clean8.0Activities4.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms6.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
  • Effective physical therapy department
  • Clean and well-maintained living areas
  • Professional and welcoming front desk team

Concerns

  • Aging facility infrastructure and need for renovations (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
  • Lack of outdoor space or designated visitor areas for fresh air (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Inconsistent responsiveness and communication regarding patient care (mentioned by 4 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2344.62023(33)4.72024(64)4.42025(75)4.72026(46)

Distribution · 218 analyzed

5
174
4
23
3
5
2
2
1
14

How They Respond to Reviews

7%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about how compassionate and attentive the nursing staff is here; how does the team ensure they stay connected with families regarding daily care updates?
  • 2Since we noticed the facility is so well-maintained and clean, are there any upcoming plans for renovations or updates to the building's infrastructure?
  • 3What kind of variety is available in the daily activity calendar to keep residents engaged and social throughout the week?
  • 4Could you tell us more about the physical therapy department and how they work with residents to meet their rehabilitation goals?
  • 5Where do residents typically spend time if they want to enjoy some fresh air or access an outdoor area?
  • 6In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the protocol for notifying the family and ensuring immediate care?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The physical therapy dept is 100% excellent i feel at ease when I'm home knowing my husband is being taking care of

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

The staff is so caring. I'm so appreciative of the care they provided to my mom. They were very helpful and kind.

Memory care family member · 2024★★★★★

The facility itself does look dated and could benefit from some updates. A fresh coat of paint and a little modernization would go a long way in enhancing the overall experience.

Visitor · 2024★★★★
Source: 290 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.48hrs
64%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.12hrs
76%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
37%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
35%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

10

measures

Worse Than Avg

5

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.6%
Better than Avg
Here
6.6%
US
12.1%
NY
18.9%
Bronx
28.6%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.2%
Better than Avg
Here
4.2%
US
19.5%
NY
13.3%
Bronx
6.1%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility21.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
21.5%
US
14.4%
NY
14.8%
Bronx
11.9%
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility97.6%
Better than Avg
Here
97.6%
US
93.4%
NY
91.3%
Bronx
88.4%
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility20.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
20.9%
US
19.4%
NY
20.2%
Bronx
15.9%
⚖️

Residents who lost too much weight

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.9%
Better than Avg
Here
0.9%
US
5.3%
NY
5.9%
Bronx
5.5%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility94.9%
Better than Avg
Here
94.9%
US
81.8%
NY
77.0%
Bronx
65.2%
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility95.2%
Better than Avg
Here
95.2%
US
79.8%
NY
78.8%
Bronx
70.2%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.7%
Better than Avg
Here
0.7%
US
1.6%
NY
1.2%
Bronx
1.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

4deficiencies
Near state avg (7.6)

This facility shows a pattern of recurring fire safety and smoke protection deficiencies, with multiple issues identified in 2023 involving sprinkler systems, smoke barriers, and emergency exits. One complaint was filed by families regarding failure to properly report suspected abuse or neglect. The facility has corrected all identified problems, though care planning issues have appeared in multiple surveys, and recent 2025 deficiencies included medication labeling and food safety concerns.

Jul 23, 2025Routine
4
0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0812Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0847Minimal · PatternCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

Apr 11, 2023Routine
14
0211Potential for harm · Pattern

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0252Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Provide at least two remote exits on each floor or fire section of the building.

0351Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0131Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

0372Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0374Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

0324Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0345Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0354Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

0521Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

0918Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Sep 14, 2020Routine
2
0604Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

0918Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Nov 1, 2018Routine
1
0712Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Bainbridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Organization Type

for profit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Isaac E Goldbrenner Estate

Owner · Organization

33%

Brachfeld, Joseph

Owner

33%

Hartman, Israel

Owner

33%

Key personnel

Brachfeld, JosephManaging Control - Governing BodyHartman, IsraelManaging Control - Governing BodyHartman, IsraelOfficer / DirectorDaniel, DavidManagerFeldman, BenjaminManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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