Morris Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
Below average in NY · Below recommended RN staffing · Low staff turnover (stable workforce) · $9,770 in fines · Very few deficiencies
What this means for your family
While many families report positive outcomes from the rehabilitation program, there is a concerning pattern of reports regarding neglect and slow response times to basic patient needs. If you choose this facility, we strongly recommend frequent, unannounced visits and establishing a direct line of communication with a specific social worker or nursing supervisor to ensure your loved one's needs are met consistently.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
129 reviews on Google“Morris Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center receives highly polarized feedback, with many families praising the facility for its cleanliness, welcoming atmosphere, and effective rehabilitation therapy. However, a significant number of reviewers report serious concerns regarding neglect, slow response times to call bells, and inconsistent communication from nursing staff. Families considering this facility should be aware of these recurring reports of understaffing and potential lapses in basic patient care.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Clean, well-maintained facility
- Effective rehabilitation and physical therapy programs
- Friendly and welcoming front-desk staff
- Compassionate care reported by many long-term families
Concerns
- Slow response to call bells and patient assistance requests (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
- Inconsistent or rude communication from nursing staff (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Poor quality or inappropriate food/dietary management (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Difficulty reaching staff by phone or getting updates (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 157 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about the cleanliness of the facility and the friendliness of the front desk; could you tell us more about the atmosphere here?
- 2Since physical therapy is a strength of your center, how do you tailor rehabilitation programs to meet an individual's specific recovery goals?
- 3What steps are in place to ensure that call bells are answered promptly and that residents receive timely assistance throughout the day?
- 4Could you describe the dining experience and how the dietary team manages specific nutritional needs or meal preferences?
- 5How does the nursing team ensure clear and consistent communication with family members regarding updates on a resident's health?
- 6What is the protocol for managing medications, and how do you ensure accuracy and safety during administration?
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Key Review Excerpts
“My favorite nurses was Myree and Judy!!and Ms moore they Took very good care of me always kept me clean kept my bed clean and changed! always made me feel like I was at home”
“My mother is always clean and comfortable and at times when she gets emotional, they call me on the phone to calm her down. Their covid19 protocols put me at ease as well.”
“My friends mom is here right now. It's horrible. She is left to sit in her own feces and urine, her call bell being ignored for hours at a time.”
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Families have filed reports leading to deficiencies, with safety hazards and abuse protection being major concerns across multiple surveys. The facility shows recurring issues with fire safety systems, accident prevention, nursing staffing levels, and medication management that persist across recent inspections from 2021 to 2025. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of repeated violations in critical care areas warrants careful consideration during visits.
Jan 31, 2025Complaint1
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Jan 31, 2025Routine6
Egress Deficiencies
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
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.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
May 8, 2024Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Jul 3, 2023Routine13
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Egress Deficiencies
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Egress Deficiencies
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Environmental Deficiencies
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Jul 3, 2023Complaint1
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Jun 10, 2021Routine13
Egress Deficiencies
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Egress Deficiencies
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Jul 3, 2023
$9,770
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Morris Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
for profit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Berkowitz, Leopold
Owner
Berkowitz, Dori
Owner
Key personnel
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