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This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are 52% of the EveryPlace reference benchmark; ask how RN coverage is allocated across shifts. The latest standard survey recorded 8 findings, above the NY average of 7.6. We recommend asking the administrator directly: "How are you addressing recent staffing shortfalls?" These are not reasons to panic, but they are reasons to ask tough questions and visit in person.
Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center receives highly polarized feedback, with some families praising specific staff members for their kindness and effective physical therapy, while others report severe neglect and unsanitary conditions. Recurring complaints focus on chronic understaffing, poor communication, and issues with basic hygiene and wound care. Potential families should be aware that experiences appear to vary significantly depending on the specific floor or staff members involved.
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Key Review Excerpts
“The therapy i received was excellent i came in by wheelchair and walked out the staff was very considerate and humble toward,me.”
“Although there was a minor mishap in the care of my mother, Nicole Hansen along with other staff members rallied to come up with an action plan with my sister and I to ensure an ideal care plan.”
Both RN and total nursing hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmarks. Ask the facility how it staffs each shift for current resident needs.
Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.
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 vaccinated for the flu
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
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This facility has faced recurring challenges with families filing multiple complaints related to abuse protection, medication management, and staff training. Recent deficiencies include issues with wound care, medication oversight, and emergency preparedness, though most problems appear to be addressed with correction plans. The facility has consistently struggled with fire safety systems and building infrastructure across multiple surveys, suggesting ongoing maintenance concerns that families should discuss during visits.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
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.
Construction Deficiencies
Use approved construction type or materials.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Electrical Deficiencies
Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
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 pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Egress Deficiencies
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
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The Sherman Family
7 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.3/5 · Rank 7 of 7 (Lowest rating)
Owners
Niagara Investors, LLC
Owner · Organization
Goldstein, Jeffery
Owner
Sherman, Israel
Owner
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