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Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

2720 Surf Avenue

4.4(155 ratings)· Brooklyn average: 4.4

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Quick Facts

Total units
200
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
200
Religious affiliation
Catholic facility with on-site chapel and Mass
Rehab therapy scope
On-site PT, OT, and speech/cognition therapy
Family visit support
Transportation arranged to facilitate family visits
Pricing transparency
No published pricing available for this facility

What Families Think

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Families describe Saints Joachim & Anne as a Brooklyn skilled nursing and rehab center where therapy staff and many nurses and aides are praised for compassion and skill, especially in helping residents recover mobility after illness or surgery. At the same time, several reviewers point to real understaffing that adds pressure to an otherwise caring team, and there is a serious complaint about a billing dispute with Medicaid after discharge.

What reviewers praise

  • PT, OT, and speech therapists praised repeatedly
  • Nurses and CNAs described as kind and caring
  • Food and dining experience well reviewed
  • Active chapel and religious programming valued
  • Staff supports family visits and celebrations

What reviewers flag

  • Multiple reports of understaffing affecting care quality
  • One serious report of continued Medicaid billing after discharge
  • One report of a nurse being brusque with a resident

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a senior living community in Brooklyn, New York offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 155 reviews.

About Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Brooklyn, New York, offering post-acute rehabilitation and 24/7 expert medical care for residents managing chronic illnesses and disabilities.

The center provides short-term rehabilitation services with personalized therapy and medical support to help residents regain strength, mobility, and independence. Services include exercise therapy focused on cardiac health and prevention, enteral nutrition therapy for patients unable to consume food orally, and personalized pre- and post-operative care plans with pain management and recovery planning.

The facility offers diverse recreational and therapeutic activities including outings, entertainment events, exercise regimens tailored to individual needs, and on-site beauty and barber services. Religious services accommodate diverse spiritual needs, and the center welcomes pet visits, recognizing the therapeutic benefits of animal companionship.

Additional services include transportation to facilitate family visits and relationships with major insurance providers. The center maintains a home-like, welcoming environment with a focus on personalized attention, safety, comfort, and quality of life for residents at every stage of their recovery journey.

Types of Care at Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Religious Services
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

4.4overall · 155 ratings combined

4.4★ on Google (155)

Serena

Jul 2026

via Google ↗

My husband and I came to celebrate the other day with my mother-in-law, and it was such a grace-filled afternoon. The decorations, uplifting music, and delicious food brought so much joy to everyone. The Mass was very full and that lady at the front desk is always warm and friendly. The volunteers were wonderful, especially a lovely young helper who kept dropping by our table with extra drinks, napkins, and condiments to make sure we had everything we needed. She was so polite and thoughtful even passing along a sweet compliment that truly brightened my day! Her gentle, attentive nature was a beautiful reflection of Christian kindness. Not to mention when my niece arrived late, she helped direct her to get food and kept making sure she got everything she needed. Everyone is so hard working and I pray the lord gives us all strength and grace. And may God give light to the world. Blessings to that girl, Zu, and to Saints Joachim & Anne for hosting such a memorable event for our families. Praise be to Jesus Christ!

Galena Shevchuk

Jun 2026

via Google ↗

Hi, my name is Galena. I would like to express my gratitude to the doctor who gave our situation such attentive care. Thank you to the nurses for their attentiveness. A huge thank you also goes to the rehabilitation specialist who works with my mother every day. Thank you to the nutritionist and all the staff at your rehabilitation center who are helping us during this difficult time.

Anne Hesse

May 2026

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My husband is here for rehab and some wound care. The nurses, CNA’s, PT, OT, and Speech & Cognition Therapist are wonderful. Some are very special and the residents can feel their passion. Most are working very hard and there is a lot of pressure in a facility such as this. They are professional, kind and caring. There is physical and occupational therapy, as well as speech and memory therapy. The food has been very tasty and it’s nice that residents can eat in a dining room at a table or in their room. There is a positive attempt at group recreational activities, and the location is lovely. Hoping the care and the PT continue at a high quality so he can walk with a walker, as he has before, and be more independent. The only real downside is understaffing. This is apparently a common complaint in many rehab/nursing facilities. But it is very real. When your nursing and CNA staff is as good and caring as they are here, the understaffing can bring a facility down and a good many family members can attest to this. I hope this can be rectified.

Haifa

Apr 2026

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This is not a good or safe place for your loved ones. My grandmother has been discharged for over a week after having a terrible stay at this facility. She has been discharged home, and the facility is still billing her Medicaid daily and refuses to remove her from Their system. I have spoken with the social worker and emailed Tracy Davis numerous times, and still, she is in their system, and Billing her Medicaid daily unjustly. We are trying to obtain community services for her, but we cannot because they have not yet released her from the system. I have made reports to Medicaid and am currently awaiting a response. These people are thieves and liars. Taking advantage of elderly individuals.

Frederick Mcneil

Feb 2026

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Overall, most of the staff is amazing, very kind and helpful towards my grandmother. However, I did have a sour experience yesterday(02/15/2026) with one of the nurses. I came to visit my grandma around 10-10:30am, she was at the edge of her bed fully clothed. I awarded a nurse out of concern she may slip and the nurse was very nice and explained that someone will be with her very soon. Grandma wanted to brush her teeth while we waited. She’s bruising her teeth and I have a cup of water for her to rinse her mouth. This nurse enters in(I did not get her name) and she try to lay my grandma back in the bed; rightly so. I then ask her to give us 1-2 minutes bc. She’s still brushing her teeth and did have some water in her mouth and I didn’t want her to choke. Maybe she didn’t understand English well, I’m not sure but she continued to proceed and laying my grandmother back and I got defensive and told her to back up and allow my grandmother to finish brushing her teeth. I was right in front of her so she was never going to slip or fall. The nurse became very argumentative and wouldn’t let the situation go. I was very upset because if I wasn’t there, what would have happened. Aside from this situation, there amazing people in that place and I am very glad my grandmother is there.

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Government Inspection History

3 inspection visits in the last three years, 34 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 22, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
  • Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 17, 2025

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 27, 2025

  • Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 17, 2025

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 17, 2025

Apr 24, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard21 citations
  • Have proper power supply for life support equipment.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 20, 2023

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 15, 2023

  • Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 3, 2023

  • Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 5, 2023

  • Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 5, 2023

  • Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 24, 2023

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 24, 2023

  • Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 3, 2023

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 3, 2023

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 5, 2023

  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 15, 2023

  • Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 16, 2023

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 16, 2023

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 28, 2023

  • Ensure that suites are correctly sub-divided by noncombustible or limited-combustible construction.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 3, 2023

  • Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 3, 2023

  • Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 3, 2023

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 3, 2023

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 16, 2023

  • Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 5, 2023

  • Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 5, 2023

Sep 15, 2020Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 28, 2020

  • Install proper backup exit lighting.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 28, 2020

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 28, 2020

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 28, 2020

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 28, 2020

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 28, 2020

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 23, 2020

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 28, 2020

  • Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offer?

Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center located?

Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is located at 2720 Surf Avenue in Brooklyn, New York.

What do families say about Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

Families describe Saints Joachim & Anne as a Brooklyn skilled nursing and rehab center where therapy staff and many nurses and aides are praised for compassion and skill, especially in helping residents recover mobility after illness or surgery. At the same time, several reviewers point to real understaffing that adds pressure to an otherwise caring team, and there is a serious complaint about a billing dispute with Medicaid after discharge.

How did Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Saints Joachim & Anne Nursing & Rehabilitation Center had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 34 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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