Buena Vida Rehab And Nursing Center

48 Cedar Street, Brooklyn NY, 11221


Resident Review Score
8.6
|
Most Loved

Starting price

$1,900

For this area
$$$

Buena Vida Rehab And Nursing Center is a nursing home in Brooklyn, NY, with 240 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living care and has an independent living option.

Costs at this community start at $1,900 and range up to $13,800 per month. The average price in the community is $7,850, which is higher than the average cost of $7,795 for nursing home care in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. Depending on other care the resident needs, additional care or services may increase the cost of care. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 3.0 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 1.0 hours with licensed nurses (0.5 by an RN and 0.5 by an LPN) and 2.0 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

There are 78 hospitals within 25 miles of Buena Vida Rehab And Nursing Center. The two closest hospitals are Wyckoff Heights Medical Center, which is 0.7 miles away, and Woodhull Medical And Mental Health Center, which is 0.8 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 2, which is an average rating of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has an average health inspection rating of 3. The ratings for the staff of this facility are poor (rating of 1) and the quality ratings are average, with a rating of 4.


For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(718) 455-6200

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Pricing for Buena Vida Rehab And Nursing Center

$7,795Avg. Local Starting Price
Buena Vida Rehab And Nursing Center$1,900

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$8,398
  • In New York$7,795
  • In NY$7,517

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Resident Review Score
8.6
|
Most Loved
#5 in Brooklyn, NY

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved70
Loved10
Good2
Average0
Below Average13

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has garnered a lot of positive feedback from family members of patients, highlighting the compassionate, professional care provided. Reviewers frequently mentioned the cleanliness of the facility, the spaciousness of the rooms, and the dedication of the staff to ensuring the well-being of their loved ones. Many commenters appreciated the seamless transition process for new residents, the comprehensive rehabilitation programs that helped their relatives recover and regain strength, and the friendly, inviting atmosphere that made visits pleasant. Families felt relieved and grateful for the level of attention and genuine care their loved ones received, often noting improvements in their conditions and praising the center for its effective communication and support during both the admission process and the ensuing care period.
However, amidst the praise, some concerns were raised regarding certain aspects of the facility and its services. A recurring issue mentioned by more than one reviewer related to staffing levels, with comments about the facility being understaffed and leading to longer wait times for assistance, which could impact patient care. Additionally, there were criticisms about the food quality and dietary options being inadequate or inappropriate for elderly patients' nutritional needs. Some families also expressed concerns about cleanliness and maintenance in specific areas, like sinks and ice machines, indicating room for improvement in these domains. Another point of concern involved the handling of personal items, as some families noted problems with the laundry service and missing clothes. Lastly, a few reviewers expressed dissatisfaction with the physical condition and the aesthetics of the facility, suggesting it appeared aged and in need of updates. Despite these issues, the overall sentiment remained positive, driven by the genuine care provided by the staff and the health improvements seen in residents.

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ANNUAL DATA

Buena Vida Rehab And Nursing Center


Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

240

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

2

health inspection

3

quality

4

staff

1

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

2

infection control citations

0

fines

3

amount of fines

$7,302

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

1

total nurse hours

3

weekend nurse hours

3

weekend rn hours

0

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

39

registered nurses

57

administrators who left

3

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    BUENA VIDA REHAB AND NURSING CENTER

  • Ownership type

    For profit - Limited Liability company

  • Federal Provider Number

    335826

  • Provider SSA county code

    331

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    March 09, 2001

  • Type of council

    Both

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    Yes

  • Located in hospital

    No

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Hospitals


Wyckoff Heights Medical Center

374 Stockholm St

Distance: 0.7 miles

Woodhull Medical And Mental Health Center

760 Broadway

Distance: 0.8 miles

Interfaith Medical Center

1545 Atlantic Ave

Distance: 1.4 miles

Churches


Union Baptist Church

461 Decatur Street, Brooklyn

Distance: 1.0 miles

St. Baselios Orthodox Church Of India

401 Seneca Avenue, Ridgewood

Distance: 1.0 miles

Templo Elohim El Shaddai

791 Wyckoff Avenue, Queens

Distance: 1.0 miles

Resident Review Score
5.8
|
Good
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|
Loved
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Resident Review Score
6.5
|
Good
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Preferred Provider

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