Beach Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Nursing Home · Far Rockaway, NY

CMS overall rating 2/5 Abuse citation For profit - Individual

CMS certification number335682
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).

Contact & location

17 11 Brookhaven Avenue
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Queens County
Phone
(718) 869-8037
ZIP code
11691 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
163
Residents per day
158.4 (97% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Legal name
Hendon Garden Center LLC
Medicare certified since
July 24, 1985
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 3.0
Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.7
Staffing★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.8
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.9
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 5/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 2/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.11 (state 3.62 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.53 (state 0.71 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.55 (state 0.76 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.02 (state 2.15 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
2.77 (state 3.18 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
26.9 (state 40.3 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
24.0 (state 39.8 · U.S. 42.9)%

Inspections

Last standard inspection
August 14, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
8.0 (state 8.0 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
3
Citations on record (3 years)
12 health · 7 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-03-31 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Past Non-Compliance
2025-08-14 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.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-14
2025-08-14 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-14
2025-08-14 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-14
2025-08-14 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-14
2025-08-14 Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
F0806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-14
2025-08-04 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-30
2025-08-04 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-30
2024-09-03 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-10-31
2021-11-10 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-01-05
2021-11-10 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-01-05
2021-11-10 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-01-05

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Melnicke, Michael (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100%
Melnicke, Michael (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Sirkis, Avrom (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Beach Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?

Beach Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in New York.

How many beds does Beach Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center have?

It has 163 certified beds and cares for about 158 residents per day.

Has Beach Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Beach Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?

(718) 869-8037. The facility is located at 17 11 Brookhaven Avenue, Far Rockaway, NY 11691.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.