Townhouse Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing sits right in Uniondale, New York, at 755 Hempstead Turnpike, and it's a large skilled nursing facility with 280 certified beds, usually offering care to about 258 residents each day, and the building isn't part of a hospital or a continuing care retirement community, it's its own place where people get help as they age and their needs change. The facility offers several types of elder care, so residents can find nursing home services, assisted living, memory care, and supports for independent living, and there's a focus on rehabilitation with licensed therapists, plus daily physical therapy and nutritional counseling, which is really something. The staff provides an average of 3.7 hours of nursing care per day for each resident, with 1 hour and 15 minutes from licensed nurses, including 26 minutes from registered nurses, 48 minutes from licensed practical/vocational nurses, and 2 hours and 31 minutes from nurse aides, but there are only about 2 minutes a day from physical therapists, which is something folks may want to think about if rehab is their main need. The building has comfortable rooms with views and Wi-Fi, as well as common areas for activities, outdoor spaces, and even a beauty salon, so there's a focus on community and helping people feel at home. Meals come with an emphasis on good nutrition and quality, while staff offer high-acuity care and help when daily needs get more complicated, and the center runs regular personalized care meetings to focus on each person's preferences. There's a Resident Council, so residents can share their thoughts and concerns, and the center puts effort into creating a supportive place where folks can build meaningful relationships with staff.
Townhouse Center holds a Medicare & Medicaid CMS 2-star ("below average") overall rating, with a 1-star ("much below average") health inspection score, based on a survey from August 25, 2017, where five health citations were found. Its quality of resident care star rating is much better, at 5 stars ("much above average"), and short-stay care is rated 4 stars ("above average"), with a re-hospitalization rate of 14.9% for short-term residents. For long-stay residents, the facility rates 5 stars, and the numbers for conditions like pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, and major falls are generally in line with national averages, though 13.4% of long-stay high-risk residents have pressure ulcers, and 7.3% have worsening ability to move independently. The center hasn't received penalties or fines from the government over the last three years. Most residents get their flu and pneumonia vaccines, and only a small percentage need new prescriptions for antipsychotic medications. There's no use of catheters left in the bladder, and pain among residents is reported as low.
Townhouse Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing stands out in the local area for its wide range of care options, from skilled nursing and memory care to short-term rehabilitation, along with modern amenities, daily activities, and outdoor spaces. The environment aims to be supportive and friendly, helping residents and staff connect and feel a sense of belonging. The facility is owned and operated for profit by Townhouse Operating Company, and it's certified for both Medicare and Medicaid participation.
