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The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Barnwell

On Medicare Special Focus status, a serious quality warning. Visit in person and ask tough questions before deciding.

3230 Church Street, Valatie, NY 12184236 bedsLicensed & Active
1/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
2.5/5

based on 126 Google reviews

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9/ 10
critical Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Special Focus Facility (under heightened CMS scrutiny)
  • Abuse citation on record
  • Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
  • Low staffing rating (1/5 stars)
  • Above-median deficiencies (35 vs median 6.0)

Bottom 25% in NY · Below recommended RN staffing · Significantly below average staffing · Worst in THE GRAND HEALTHCARE chain · $169,289 in fines · Special Focus Facility (CMS) · Abuse citation

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are only 58% of the national benchmark, which can affect medication management and response times. The facility has 35 deficiencies, which is above the state average. This facility is on Medicare Special Focus status, indicating a pattern of serious quality issues. 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.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

126 reviews on Google
The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Barnwell presents a deeply divided experience. While their activities department consistently receives glowing praise and some residents have excellent rehabilitation outcomes, the facility faces serious concerns about understaffing, cleanliness, basic care neglect, and communication failures that families should carefully consider.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food2.0Staff3.0Clean1.0Activities8.0Meds2.0Memory4.0Comms2.0Value2.0

Strengths

  • Outstanding activities department led by Bridget with diverse programming including bingo, music, karaoke, petting zoos, holiday parties, and regular outings that keeps residents engaged and happy
  • Strong rehabilitation and therapy outcomes with multiple residents reporting successful recovery from serious conditions including infections, mobility issues, and post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Dedicated individual staff members who form genuine relationships with residents, with specific praise for reception staff Ralph and various nurses who go above and beyond
  • Welcoming administrative leadership with the current administrator receiving praise for compassion and availability to families
  • Effective wound care and specialized medical treatment that has helped residents recover from serious infections and mobility challenges

Concerns

  • Severe understaffing leading to delayed response to call bells (up to 4 hours reported), missed medications, and residents left in soiled conditions for extended periods
  • Persistent cleanliness and hygiene issues including strong urine odors, dirty rooms, food debris, flying insects around food, and inadequate bathing (some residents report going over a month without showers)
  • Communication failures with families unable to reach staff, unreturned phone calls, and restricted contact with residents in some cases
  • Food service problems including consistently cold meals, poor quality, and inadequate portions leading some residents to order outside food
  • Multiple reports of missing personal belongings including expensive items like hearing aids, phones, and clothing
  • Concerning reports of rough handling by some staff members and instances of verbal abuse or unprofessional behavior
  • Medication management issues including missed doses, delayed administration, and inadequate monitoring of vital signs
  • Safety concerns with residents experiencing falls, injuries not promptly addressed, and inadequate supervision

Rating Trends

234'13(1)'15(2)'18(14)'20(8)'22(10)'24(16)'26(17)

Distribution · 129 analyzed

5
39
4
10
3
3
2
2
1
75

How They Respond to Reviews

37%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed the activities department, especially the programming led by Bridget, receives a lot of praise; could you walk me through a typical week of engagement opportunities for residents?
  • 2Given the importance of consistent care, what specific protocols are in place to ensure that call bells are answered promptly and that residents receive timely assistance with daily hygiene needs?
  • 3I understand that maintaining a clean and sanitary environment is a priority; what is your current schedule for room deep-cleaning and addressing facility-wide hygiene standards?
  • 4How does your nursing team coordinate with families to ensure consistent communication regarding medication management and changes in a resident's health status?
  • 5I see that the facility actively responds to feedback online; how do you use that input to improve the quality of dining services and ensure meals are served at the proper temperature?
  • 6What security measures or inventory tracking systems do you have in place to ensure that residents' personal belongings and assistive devices remain safe and accounted for?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

my grandma hasn't had a shower in over a month.I heard cnas tell residents there not getting them up or can't help them out of bed because there too short staff or simply because they don't feel like it

Reveals the direct impact of understaffing on basic hygiene and dignity, showing how staffing issues translate to resident neglect · Feb 2026☆☆☆☆

The ONLY positivity I can say about this place is the Activity department. Activities has consistently been great...The director of Activities is the most kind, smart, fun loving human being I have ever met!!!

An 8-year resident's perspective highlighting the stark contrast between excellent activities and other operational deficiencies · Feb 2026★★★★★

They starved her and deprived her of oxygen. This place reeks of urine as soon as you walk in. The staff handle their patients roughly.

Represents the most serious allegations about life-threatening neglect and the physical environment families encounter · Mar 2025☆☆☆☆
Source: 126 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.43hrs
58%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
2.46hrs
60%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
42%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
46%
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
1/ 5
Better Than Avg

5

measures

Worse Than Avg

10

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility72.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
72.5%
US
93.4%
NY
91.3%
Columbia
93.8%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility34.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
34.7%
US
15.5%
NY
13.8%
Columbia
14.5%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.4%
Better than Avg
Here
1.4%
US
12.1%
NY
18.9%
Columbia
5.4%

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

🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.7%
Better than Avg
Here
5.7%
US
15.3%
NY
13.8%
Columbia
13.9%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility89.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
89.1%
US
95.5%
NY
95.3%
Columbia
97.7%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility20.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
20.2%
US
19.5%
NY
13.3%
Columbia
15.7%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility38.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
38.2%
US
79.8%
NY
78.8%
Columbia
85.7%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility44.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
44.1%
US
81.8%
NY
77.0%
Columbia
88.0%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
2.4%
US
1.6%
NY
1.2%
Columbia
1.7%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

35deficiencies
3penalties
Well above state avg (7.6)
37 complaint-triggered
$169,289 in fines

This facility has significant ongoing problems, particularly with medication management, safety supervision, and resident protection, with families filing numerous complaints that triggered 37 out of 98 total deficiencies. Recurring issues include medication errors, accident prevention failures, care planning deficiencies, and resident abuse protection that persist across multiple surveys from 2023 to 2025. While the facility corrects violations when cited, the pattern of repeated problems in critical care areas suggests systemic quality concerns that families should carefully consider before placement.

Jun 20, 2025Complaint
2
0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0760Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Jun 17, 2025Complaint
14
0584Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

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.

0725Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

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.

0726Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

0804Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0600Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0656Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0695Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0759Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0921Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

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

0610Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

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.

0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

0676Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Jun 17, 2025Routine
37
0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

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.

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.

0835Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

0837Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.

0867Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

0006Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

0007Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

0030Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

0037Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

0211Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0281Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install proper backup exit lighting.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0915Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper power supply for life support equipment.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0657Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0809Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.

0842Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

0271Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0511Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0531Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

0554Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

0558Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0644Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

0645Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

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.

0698Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

0740Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

0757Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

0814Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

0838Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

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.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Jul 31, 2024Complaint
1
0697Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Jun 28, 2024Complaint
9
0689Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0550Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0656Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0657Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0804Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0645Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

0554Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

0694Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

0698Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Jun 28, 2024Routine
18
0511Potential for harm · Widespread

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0018Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.

0026Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0351Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0531Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0813Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

0311Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

0324Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0341Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

0693Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0745Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Jun 17, 2025

$17,569

Fine

Jun 28, 2024

$105,846

Fine

Apr 8, 2024

$36,888

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Barnwell

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

The Grand Healthcare

Chain Size

16 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 1.8/5 · Rank 16 of 16 (Worst)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Barnwell Acquisitions LLC

Owner · Organization

98%

Strauss, Jeremy

Owner (parent company)

93%

Key personnel

Held, JoshuaW-2 Managing EmployeeStern, SamuelOfficer / DirectorStrauss, JonathanOfficer / DirectorBarnwell Acquisitions LLCManagerStrauss, JonathanManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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