CHAPIN HOME FOR THE AGING
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Chapin Home for the Aging has received an impressive Trust Grade of A, indicating it is an excellent facility that is highly recommended for families. It ranks #19 out of 594 nursing homes in New York, placing it in the top half of all facilities, and it is the top option out of 57 in Queens County. However, the facility's trend is concerning as the number of issues reported has worsened from 1 in 2022 to 3 in 2024. Staffing is generally strong with a rating of 4 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 37%, which is below the state average. Notably, there are no fines on record, indicating compliance with regulations, but there have been specific incidents where residents did not receive necessary equipment or supervision, such as one resident lacking a prescribed knee device and two residents who exited the facility unsupervised. While the facility has many strengths, including excellent health inspections and quality measures, these recent findings highlight areas that need improvement.
- Trust Score
- A
- In New York
- #19/594
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 37% turnover. Near New York's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most New York facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 34 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for New York. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 10 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (37%)
11 points below New York average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near New York avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 10 deficiencies on record
Sept 2024
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review, and staff interviews during the Recertification survey between 09/03/2024 and 09/10/2024, ...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record review conducted during a Recertification and Complaint survey (NY00343925) from 09/03/2024 to 09...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, record review and interviews conducted during the Recertification Survey from 09/03/2024- 09/10/2024, the facility did not ensure that Nurse Staffing was posted appropriately. Sp...
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Jul 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews conducted during the Recertification survey, the facility did not ensure residents were in...
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Oct 2019
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0582
(Tag F0582)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews conducted during the recertification survey, the facility did not ensure appropriate liabi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0711
(Tag F0711)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on records review and staff interviews, the facility did not ensure that the attending physicians reviewed the residents t...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0745
(Tag F0745)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and staff interviews during the recertification survey, the facility did not ensure that med...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, staff interviews during the recertification survey it was noted that the facility did not ensure that th...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record reviews, and staff interviews conducted during the Recertification Survey, the facility did not ens...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and staff interviews during the re-certification survey, the facility did not ensure infect...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in New York.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most New York facilities.
- • 37% turnover. Below New York's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Chapin Home For The Aging's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns CHAPIN HOME FOR THE AGING an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within New York, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Chapin Home For The Aging Staffed?
CMS rates CHAPIN HOME FOR THE AGING's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 37%, compared to the New York average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Chapin Home For The Aging?
State health inspectors documented 10 deficiencies at CHAPIN HOME FOR THE AGING during 2019 to 2024. These included: 9 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Chapin Home For The Aging?
CHAPIN HOME FOR THE AGING is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 220 certified beds and approximately 121 residents (about 55% occupancy), it is a large facility located in JAMAICA, New York.
How Does Chapin Home For The Aging Compare to Other New York Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New York, CHAPIN HOME FOR THE AGING's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (37%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Chapin Home For The Aging?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Chapin Home For The Aging Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, CHAPIN HOME FOR THE AGING has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in New York. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Chapin Home For The Aging Stick Around?
CHAPIN HOME FOR THE AGING has a staff turnover rate of 37%, which is about average for New York nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Chapin Home For The Aging Ever Fined?
CHAPIN HOME FOR THE AGING has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Chapin Home For The Aging on Any Federal Watch List?
CHAPIN HOME FOR THE AGING is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.