Bellaken Skilled Nursing Center
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise multilingual staff (cantonese/chinese). Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 18 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is an excellent choice for families seeking culturally competent care, especially for Cantonese-speaking residents. While the nursing and administrative staff are highly praised for their attentiveness, you should inquire about current staffing levels and temperature control measures in patient rooms to ensure comfort during summer months.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
18 reviews on Google“Families looking for culturally specific care will find this facility highly regarded, particularly for its ability to provide Cantonese-speaking staff and Asian-style meals. While most reviewers praise the attentive and professional nursing and administrative teams, one significant concern was raised regarding staffing shortages and lack of cooling in patient rooms during summer.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Multilingual staff (Cantonese/Chinese)
- Attentive and professional nursing team
- Culturally appropriate meal options
- Supportive administrative staff
Concerns
- Staffing shortages and high patient-to-staff ratios
- Lack of air conditioning or fans in patient rooms during summer
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 33 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Since we value our heritage, could you tell us more about how the kitchen incorporates Cantonese or Chinese flavors into the daily meal plans?
- 2We noticed your nursing team is highly praised for being attentive; how do you ensure that level of care remains consistent even during busy shifts?
- 3How does the facility manage room temperatures and airflow during the hotter summer months to ensure everyone stays comfortable?
- 4In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the specific protocol for getting immediate physician or specialist assistance?
- 5What kind of daily social activities or group outings are available to help residents stay engaged with one another?
- 6With such a high CMS health inspection rating, what specific safety protocols do you have in place to maintain that standard of excellence every day?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Most of the staff speaks Chinese (Cantonese especially) so it's very good for my mother who has lost her command of English and Mandarin.”
“Buu (head nurse) and Joanna (administer) were attentive and took the time to update me on my mom's situation and assist with vid appointments, arranging transport to therapy, and so much more.”
“They wanted her to have asian meals and staff that spoke Cantonese to make her transition more comfortable. I got on the phone with their Admissions and spoke to Janet and she provided with details and pricing and gave me excellent customer service.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both 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
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents needing more daily help over time
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Bellaken Skilled Nursing Center has significant ongoing issues with building safety systems, fire safety equipment, and electrical systems that persist across all three surveys from 2022 to 2024. The facility also shows recurring problems with infection control and medication management. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the repeated violations in critical safety areas suggest systemic challenges that families should carefully consider before selecting this facility.
Nov 7, 2024Routine7
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Construction Deficiencies
Use approved construction type or materials.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Dec 14, 2023Routine11
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Construction Deficiencies
Use approved construction type or materials.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Feb 4, 2022Routine18
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Construction Deficiencies
Use approved construction type or materials.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Services Deficiencies
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Bellaken Skilled Nursing Center
for profit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Bellaken Health Group, INC.
Owner · Organization
Leung, Belinda
Owner
Leung, Kenneth
Owner
Key personnel
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