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River View Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center

Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.

510 Fifth Avenue, Owego, NY 1382777 bedsLicensed & Active
3/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.3/5

based on 19 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

While some families report positive experiences with the rehab team and activity programs, the recent, severe allegations regarding cleanliness and staff conduct are concerning. We strongly recommend conducting an unannounced visit to observe the facility's hygiene and staff interactions firsthand before making a decision.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

19 reviews on Google
River View Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center receives highly polarized feedback, with some families praising the warm, attentive staff and engaging activities, while others report severe concerns regarding cleanliness, food quality, and staff conduct. While some residents enjoy the facility's atmosphere, multiple reports of neglect, rude behavior, and poor hygiene suggest significant inconsistency in care standards.

Quality Themes

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Food2.0Staff5.0Clean3.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms2.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Warm and caring nursing staff
  • Engaging daily activities and events
  • Highly trained rehab therapy team
  • Small, quaint facility environment

Concerns

  • Understaffing leading to slow response times and neglect (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Poor food quality, including cold meals and limited variety (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Facility cleanliness issues, specifically regarding shared bathrooms (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Unprofessional or rude staff conduct (mentioned by 4 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

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Distribution · 22 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the facility's capacity of 77 residents, what specific steps are being taken to ensure that call lights are answered promptly and that residents receive timely attention?
  • 2I noticed some feedback regarding the dining experience; could you walk me through how you are working to improve meal quality, temperature, and variety for the residents?
  • 3With cleanliness being a top priority for our family, what is your current protocol for maintaining and sanitizing the shared bathrooms to ensure they are kept to a high standard?
  • 4How does the leadership team foster a culture of professionalism and positive communication among the staff to ensure every resident feels respected and heard?
  • 5Since the rehab therapy team is highly regarded here, how do they coordinate with the nursing staff to ensure a seamless recovery process for residents?
  • 6What are some of the most popular daily activities or social events that help residents feel connected and engaged within this smaller, quaint community?

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Key Review Excerpts

The entire staff has been nothing short of wonderful to our mom, as well as the other residents. Our mother has been well taken care of and has enjoyed the daily interactions with everyone there.

Long-term resident's family · 2024★★★★★

The Rehab staff are highly trained and exceptionally knowledgeable. Food is Delicious & Appetizing, Activities are fun and Exciting.

Long-term resident's family · 2020★★★★★

My sister is a patient here . She is ok there. She is kept busy with bingo,, crafts. Always something going on everyday for activities. But . The food is terrible.. late. And cold.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★☆☆
Source: 19 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.44hrs
59%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.51hrs
86%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
47%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
70%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both 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

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

9

measures

Worse Than Avg

7

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.9%
Better than Avg
Here
5.9%
US
12.1%
NY
18.9%

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

💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.6%
Better than Avg
Here
99.6%
US
93.4%
NY
91.3%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility21.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
21.2%
US
15.3%
NY
13.8%
⚖️

Residents who lost too much weight

↓ Lower is better
This Facility10.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
10.9%
US
5.3%
NY
5.9%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility24.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
24.4%
US
19.4%
NY
20.2%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
95.5%
NY
95.3%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.6%
Better than Avg
Here
99.6%
US
81.8%
NY
77.0%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
79.8%
NY
78.8%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
NY
1.2%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

8deficiencies
1penalties
Above state avg (7.6)
4 complaint-triggered

Most concerning, this facility had a complaint-triggered deficiency for abuse protection that families reported, though it was corrected. The facility shows persistent issues across fire safety systems, nutrition and dietary services, and building safety requirements that recur across multiple surveys from 2020 to 2024. While the provider has correction dates for most deficiencies, the pattern of repeated fire safety violations and the serious abuse complaint warrant careful consideration during any visit.

Jul 3, 2025Complaint
1
0600Actual harm · IsolatedResolved (past non-compliance)

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.

Nov 15, 2024Routine
25
0583Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0923Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0353Potential for harm · Pattern

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0211Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0225Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0324Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0374Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0511Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0847Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

0921Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

0222Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

0223Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

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.

0345Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0351Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0355Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0712Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0015Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

0577Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Nov 15, 2024Complaint
3
0803Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

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.

0804Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Oct 14, 2022Routine
6
0225Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0692Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

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.

0223Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

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.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Mar 4, 2020Routine
8
0804Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

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.

0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0688Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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.

0921Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Jul 3, 2025

$12,735

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

River View Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

The Mayer Family

Chain Size

11 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.3/5 · Rank 8 of 11

Ownership & Management

Owners

Appel, Anna

Owner

20%

Berman, Mordechai

Owner

5%

Klein, Rivky

Owner

20%

Landa, Hinda

Owner

10%

Landa, Steven

Owner

8%

Majerovic, Helen

Owner

10%

Mayer, Andrea

Owner

5%

Reich, Suri

Owner

10%

Key personnel

Appel, AnnaOfficer / DirectorBerman, MordechaiOfficer / DirectorGewirtz, JonathanOfficer / DirectorKlein, RivkyOfficer / DirectorMayer, AndreaOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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