Nursing HomeMedicaid Medicare 5-star

Bedford Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation

Strong Medicare quality ratings; public reviewers often praise highly effective physical and occupational therapy. Still worth an in-person visit.

40 Heyward Street, Williamsburg · Brooklyn, NY 11249|200 beds|Licensed & active

5/5

Medicare

Inspection

Quality

Staffing

Google rating

4.1/5

based on 168 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Bedford Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation has a strong overall Medicare rating. RN hours meet the EveryPlace reference benchmark, which is one useful staffing signal to discuss during a visit. Public reviewers frequently mention: highly effective physical and occupational therapy and strong cultural and religious programming. Review the component ratings and current source records before deciding.

Google Reviews

172 public Google reviews available

Bedford Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation receives highly polarized feedback, with many families praising the dedicated physical therapy team and the facility's strong cultural programming for Jewish residents. However, a significant number of reviewers report serious concerns regarding neglect, poor communication, and slow response times for basic patient needs like hygiene and call bells. While some families describe the environment as clean and professional, others warn of understaffing and inconsistent care quality.

Quality Themes

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Strengths

Highly effective physical and occupational therapy
Strong cultural and religious programming
Clean and well-maintained facility environment
Attentive and compassionate individual staff members

Concerns

Neglect and poor hygiene (unattended patients, soiled linens) (mentioned by 9 reviewers)
Slow or non-existent response to call bells/emergencies (mentioned by 6 reviewers)
Poor communication and lack of responsiveness from management (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
Poor quality of food (mentioned by 4 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 172 analyzed

115

How They Respond to Reviews

10%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

1Given your facility's strong focus on cultural and religious programming, how are these activities integrated into the daily routine for new residents?
2I noticed your team is active in responding to feedback online; what is the best way for families to communicate directly with management to ensure concerns are addressed promptly?
3With a 3-star staffing rating, what specific protocols do you have in place to ensure that call bells are answered in a timely manner throughout the day and night?
4Some families have expressed concerns regarding hygiene and laundry services; could you walk me through your daily schedule for room cleaning and personal care assistance?
5Since physical and occupational therapy are noted as strengths here, how do you coordinate those sessions with the daily dining and social schedule to ensure residents are well-nourished?
6How does your nursing team manage medication administration and monitoring to ensure accuracy and consistency for residents with complex needs?

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Key Review Excerpts

“The physical therapy sessions are very beneficial. Also Rose, one of the social workers, is a really big help figuring out paperwork and being an advocate for my grandma.”

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

“The staff is taught how to avoid answering questions. The food is disgusting. Be prepared to spend on Door Dash or Uber Eats. You can get results for the issues you may have if you’re not afraid to stand up for yourself.”

Rehab patient · 2024★☆☆☆☆

“The religious services, PT and assorted activities keep him active and interested through out the day. The Rabbi and/or visitors are in touch daily with encouragement and company.”

Long-term resident's family · 2022★★★★☆

Source: 172 Google reviews in the current analysis set

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare public data

RN Hours

0.78hrs

Registered nurses for medical care

Total Nursing

4.08hrs

100%

All nurses + aides combined

Staff Turnover

29%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN Turnover

34%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Total nursing hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmark, though RN coverage meets its reference level. Ask how aides are staffed for daily tasks such as bathing and mobility.

Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.

Quality Measures

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

Medicare Rating

5/ 5

Better Than Avg

measures

Worse Than Avg

measures

Mixed Results

measures

Long-Stay Residents

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better

This Facility8.5%

Better than Avg

Here

8.5%

12.8%

19.5%

Kings

32.7%

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

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better

This Facility9.5%

Mixed vs Avgs

Here

9.5%

19.5%

13.2%

Kings

8.0%

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better

This Facility4.3%

Better than Avg

Here

4.3%

14.1%

12.5%

Kings

11.3%

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility99.4%

Better than Avg

Here

99.4%

93.5%

91.5%

Kings

89.9%

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better

This Facility10.8%

Better than Avg

Here

10.8%

19.0%

19.5%

Kings

16.8%

Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)

↓ Lower is better

This Facility10.3%

Worse than Avg

Here

10.3%

4.6%

6.5%

Kings

8.5%

Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better

This Facility88.6%

Better than Avg

Here

88.6%

79.8%

78.8%

Kings

73.5%

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility80.4%

Mixed vs Avgs

Here

80.4%

82.0%

77.4%

Kings

73.3%

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better

This Facility1.4%

Mixed vs Avgs

Here

1.4%

1.6%

1.2%

Kings

1.1%

Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback

28findings in history

Latest survey: 3 · well below NY avg (7.6)

This facility has a concerning pattern of recurring fire safety and building infrastructure deficiencies, particularly with emergency exits, smoke barriers, and fire safety systems appearing across multiple surveys from 2020 to 2025. Families filed complaints that triggered investigations into abuse response procedures and accident prevention. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the persistent recurrence of similar safety issues suggests ongoing challenges with maintaining compliance standards.

Mar 19, 2025Routine9 findings

0271Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0293Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0374Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0922Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.

Mar 28, 2023Routine12 findings

0225Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

0281Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install proper backup exit lighting.

0346Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

0351Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0583Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

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.

0293Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0362Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

0918Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0345Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

Feb 27, 2020Routine7 findings

0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0923Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0679Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0227Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements.

0271Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Bedford Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Allure Group

Chain Size

6 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 4.0/5 · Rank 1 of 6 (Highest rating)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Basch, Jack

Owner

10%

Greenberger, Sidney

Owner

Klein, Zvi

Owner

Landau, Joel

Owner

20%

Rubin, Marvin

Owner

30%

Rubin, Solomon

Owner

30%

Key personnel

Rubin, SolomonManaging Control - Governing BodyAishel Avraham Residential Health Facility INC.ManagerAllure Care Management LLCManagerAlpha Rehabilitation Services LLCManagerSchlesinger, MorrisManager

Source: Medicare provider data

Contact

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(718) 858-6200

bedfordcenterrehab.com

40 Heyward Street

Brooklyn, NY 11249

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