Worth Considering
6
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Flushing, New York
6 of 11 nursing homes in Flushing (55%) meet our strict criteria. The New York statewide average is 29%.
6 recommended · 3 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.4
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
2,560
across 11 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
1 Grade F
$101,726 in combined fines
Zero Fines
9
/11
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 6?
The nursing home market in Flushing, New York, is strong, with 55% of the 11 facilities recommended. Families should note that while Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehab stands out with a 5-star rating, there are two facilities to avoid due to a total of $87,741 in fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 CYPRESS GARDEN CENTER FOR NURSING AND REHAB (93) — Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehab shines with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. With zero fines and a Grade A, this facility offers exceptional care in a spacious environment of 278 beds, making it a top choice for those seeking quality rehabilitation services.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 FRANKLIN CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND NURSING (88) — Franklin Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing boasts a remarkable 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 88/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With zero fines and a Grade B+, this facility provides 320 beds of rehabilitation excellence, ensuring residents receive both comfort and comprehensive support.
- 3 UNION PLAZA CARE CENTER (85) — Union Plaza Care Center stands out with a solid Trust Score of 85/100 and a CMS rating of 4★. This facility, housing 280 beds, maintains its commitment to quality care with zero fines and a Grade B+, making it a reliable option for those seeking rehabilitation services.
- 4 LONG ISLAND CARE CENTER INC (83) — Long Island Care Center Inc offers a commendable Trust Score of 83/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, ensuring residents receive quality care. With 200 beds and a Grade B+, this facility has zero fines, providing a comfortable and supportive environment for rehabilitation.
- 5 CLIFFSIDE REHAB & RESIDENTIAL HEALTH CARE CENTER (83) — Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center features a Trust Score of 83/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, indicating a commitment to quality care. With 218 beds and no fines, this facility offers a supportive environment for rehabilitation needs while maintaining a Grade B+.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 6 MEADOW PARK REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CENTER L L C (70) — Meadow Park Rehabilitation and Health Center LLC has a Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS 3★ rating, indicating areas for improvement. While it has 135 beds and zero fines, prospective residents may want to consider facilities with higher ratings for a more comprehensive care experience.
The other 5 Flushing facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $101K.
Recommended
Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehab shines with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. With zero fines and a Grade A, this facility offers exceptional care in a spacious environment of 278 beds, making it a top choice for those seeking quality rehabilitation services.
Franklin Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing boasts a remarkable 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 88/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With zero fines and a Grade B+, this facility provides 320 beds of rehabilitation excellence, ensuring residents receive both comfort and comprehensive support.
Union Plaza Care Center stands out with a solid Trust Score of 85/100 and a CMS rating of 4★. This facility, housing 280 beds, maintains its commitment to quality care with zero fines and a Grade B+, making it a reliable option for those seeking rehabilitation services.
Long Island Care Center Inc offers a commendable Trust Score of 83/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, ensuring residents receive quality care. With 200 beds and a Grade B+, this facility has zero fines, providing a comfortable and supportive environment for rehabilitation.
Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center features a Trust Score of 83/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, indicating a commitment to quality care. With 218 beds and no fines, this facility offers a supportive environment for rehabilitation needs while maintaining a Grade B+.
B
70
Trust Score
Meadow Park Rehabilitation and Health Center LLC has a Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS 3★ rating, indicating areas for improvement. While it has 135 beds and zero fines, prospective residents may want to consider facilities with higher ratings for a more comprehensive care experience.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Flushing Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.4 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 5?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $101,726
- Low-scoring facilities
- 4 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Flushing Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Flushing's city average is 3.4 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 11 Flushing facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Flushing avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Flushing facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Flushing, NY are recommended?
6 of 11 nursing homes in Flushing (55%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Flushing "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Flushing?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.