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Dutchess Care

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186 Washington Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 1260192 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: NY DOH — view official record
Google rating
3.1/5

based on 11 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

While the facility's location and accessibility are convenient, the recurring reports of poor communication and administrative neglect are significant red flags. We strongly recommend that families verify current staffing ratios and demand a clear, written protocol for emergency and end-of-life notifications before considering this facility.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

11 reviews on Google
Dutchess Care receives highly polarized feedback, with recent reviews highlighting significant failures in communication and administrative responsiveness. While the facility is noted for its convenient location and accessible, single-floor layout, families have expressed deep frustration regarding the lack of transparency during end-of-life care and difficulty reaching staff by phone.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff2.0CleanN/AActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/AComms1.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Convenient location near major hospitals
  • Accessible, single-floor layout
  • Accepts Medicaid

Concerns

  • Poor communication and difficulty reaching staff by phone (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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2344.02017(2)1.02018(1)5.02019(2)1.52020(2)3.02021(2)3.02025(1)3.02026(1)

Distribution · 11 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

36%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the facility's convenient proximity to major hospitals, what is your standard protocol for coordinating urgent medical care or emergency transport for residents?
  • 2I noticed that communication is a top priority for families; could you walk me through the best ways to stay in touch with the care team and how you typically update families on their loved one's daily well-being?
  • 3Since the layout is entirely on a single floor, how does this design help facilitate resident movement and social interaction throughout the day?
  • 4Could you share some examples of the daily activities or social programs that are most popular among the 92 residents currently living here?
  • 5I see that you accept Medicaid; could you explain how that process works and if there are any specific steps we should take to ensure a smooth transition for my family member?
  • 6I noticed you have engaged with feedback online; how does the leadership team use family input to improve the quality of care and staff responsiveness?

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Key Review Excerpts

I call my mother useally every other day maybe every two days I'm left on hold for about 20-40 minutes tops before I get an answer on top of that when I call about questions I can never get a straight answer or no one wants to call me back on anything.

Family member · 2021☆☆☆☆

demoralizing 'warehouse', overwhelming, NOT AT ALL THERAPEUTIC, often unsafe ... underqualified, reactive, inattentive administrator whose primary goal is staff fun, often at cost to ignored residents.

Former resident · 2020☆☆☆☆

This facility is conveniently located near Route 9, Mid-Hudson Regional Hospital, Vassar Hospital, and local community services. The level grounds and single floor interior makes it easy for residents to get around.

Local Guide · 2017★★★☆☆
Source: 11 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: NY Dept. of Health

14total
24deficiencies

Key Findings

24 violations from 14 inspections

Dec 17, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Nov 5, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Jul 16, 2025Other
485.11 (b)

Records and reports

Nov 25, 2024Complaint
487.7 (d) (1) (v)

Resident services

Nov 22, 2024Complaint
487.8 (e) (1)

Food service

487.7 (f) (11) (iii)

Resident services

487.11 (h) (16)

Environmental standards

487.11 (k) (8)

Environmental standards

487.7 (f) (5)

Resident services

487.11 (f) (8)

Environmental standards

487.11 (k) (4)

Environmental standards

487.11 (j) (1-3)

Environmental standards

487.12 (d)

Disaster and emergency planning

487.12 (f)

Disaster and emergency planning

487.8 (d) (1-2)

Food service

487.7 (f) (12) (ii)

Resident services

487.4 (c)(11)(vi)

Admission standards

487.9 (a) (15)

Personnel

487.11 (k) (1-3)

Environmental standards

Feb 13, 2024Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Oct 25, 2023Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Sep 18, 2023Complaint
487.7 (f) (12) (iii)

Resident services

402.6(d)

Criminal history record check process

402.9(b)(1)

Responsibilities of providers; required notif

487.7 (f) (5)

Resident services

487.11 (k) (1-3)

Environmental standards

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Azzy Reckess Paula Reckess

Organization Type

for profit

Source: State licensing data

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