Norwegian Christian Home And Health Care Center Review Nursing Home Brooklyn, NY

Norwegian Christian Home And Health Care Center
Category: Nursing Home
1270 67th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11219

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(Provided by Gilbert Guide's on-site reviewer)

Norwegian Christian Home and Health Care Center is striking. The white stone facade is punctuated by tasteful lighting posts and manicured grassy areas. Flowers line the walkways. The entire campus is comprised of three buildings; the skilled nursing facility is in the newer building while the assisted and independent living units reside in renovated historic buildings. The inherent benefit of this setup is that spouses needing different levels of care can easily be accommodated. The interior is remarkably luxurious—redolent of a hotel, even—with soft lighting, high ceilings and neutral shades mixed to great effect. Furnishings are contemporary. A glass inset in the wooden wall dividing the living room and adjacent nurses' station allows the area to be easily monitored by staff. Residents' rooms walk the line between homey and luxury with dark wood, quilted bedspreads and numerous windows. Some look out onto the beautiful inner courtyard. Common rooms reflect similar a similar upscale feel. Both the dining room and dayroom boast floor-to-ceiling windows. Ivory tablecloths and flowers arrangements spruce up the dining room. The dayroom's comfy couches are staggered to allow everyone a good view of the TV. The onsite Heritage Hall and café is home to the Norwegian Museum. Exhibitions change regularly and an opening evening reception takes place when new pieces are introduced. We spotted some chatty residents having tea here and enjoying a view of the outdoor area. Benches abound outdoors, where there is also a large gazebo, concrete walking paths, a pond (complete with fish and turtles in warmer months!) and a waterfall. Residents for the most part were very smartly dressed and the staff was warm and professional. Most have a long tenure at the facility. Activities include bowling, choir practice, shuffleboard and quiz games.

Details

Year Built:	2002
Year Remodeled:	2002
Current Mgmt. Since:	Unknown
No. of Floors:	3
Resident Capacity:	135
Facility Type:	Long-term Care, Short-term Rehab

Special

Family Included in Care Planning:	Yes
Special Diets Accommodated: Yes
Proximity to Emergency Svcs.:	Under 8 miles
Nearby Shopping and Entertainment:	Yes

Staff

Registered Dietician on Staff:	Yes
Caregiver Training:	Dementia, Family Communication, Patient Transfers, Stress Management, Transition Issues, Universal Precautions, Validation Therapy
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Principal Staff Language(s):	English, Norwegian, Spanish

Facility Features

Activities/Recreation
Beauty/Barber Shop ($)
Chapel Services
Facility Parking
Guest Meals ($)
Outside Patio/Gardens
Private Visiting Room
24-hour Security
Wanderguard

Room Features

Space for personal items
Shared and Private Bathrooms
Telephone Ready ($)

Costs

PRICES MAY INCREASE. PLEASE CALL FOR MOST CURRENT INFORMATION.
Shared Room:	$330/day
Private Room:	$330/day
Respite Stays:
Shared Room (Respite):	$330/day

Private room	$330/day
Rate Increase:	Annually; usually 10%
Reimbursement:	Medicare, Medicaid, Private

CMS Inspection Results

The Center for Medicare & Medcaid Services (CMS) contracts with each state to conduct inspections once every 9-15 months to assure that certified facilities meet the minimum Medicare and Medicaid quality and performance standards.

01/07/2008 Health Survey for Norwegian Christian Home And Health Care Center

Environmental
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Have a program to keep infection from spreading.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Give professional services that follow each resident's written care plan.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Assessment
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Make sure that doctors see a resident's plan of care at every visit and make notes about progress and orders in writing.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm

01/07/2008 Fire Safety Survey for Norwegian Christian Home And Health Care Center

Emergency Plans and Fire Drills
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
record of quarterly fire drills for each shift under varying conditions.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Furnishings and Decorations
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
exits that are free from obstructions and can be used at all times.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Miscellaneous
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
fire safety features required by current fire safety codes.	Widespread	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm

01/10/2007 Health Survey for Norwegian Christian Home And Health Care Center

Mistreatment
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Write and use policies that forbid mistreatment, neglect and abuse of residents and theft of residents' property.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm

01/10/2007 Fire Safety Survey for Norwegian Christian Home And Health Care Center

Corridor Walls and Doors
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Exits and Egress
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
exit stairways and towers that are smoke proof.	Widespread	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
exits that are accessible at all times.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm

02/06/2006 Health Survey for Norwegian Christian Home And Health Care Center

Environmental
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Have a program to keep infection from spreading.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Nutrition and Dietary
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way.	Widespread	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Make sure that the attending doctor orders special diets.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Pharmacy Service
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Properly mark drugs and other similar products.	Pattern	Potential for minimal harm
Quality Care
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible.	Isolated	Actual harm
Give professional services that follow each resident's written care plan.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Rights
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Tell each resident who can get Medicaid benefits about 1) which items and services Medicaid covers and which the resident must pay for; or 2) how to apply for Medicaid, along with the names and addresses of State groups that can help.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Keep each resident's personal and medical records private and confidential.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm

02/06/2006 Fire Safety Survey for Norwegian Christian Home And Health Care Center

Automatic Sprinkler Systems
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
an approved automatic sprinkler system connected to the fire alarm system.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Fire Alarm Systems
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm