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St Josephs Place

160 East Main Street

3.1(7 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
46
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
46
Licensed capacity
Licensed for up to 46 residents
Care model split
Serves both short-term rehab and long-term care residents

What Families Think

St Josephs Place draws mixed reviews: several families and rehab patients praise the therapy team, food, and individual caregivers, but two detailed recent reviews describe a serious decline in care consistency, cleanliness, and leadership accountability. The split between glowing rehab experiences and alarming long-term care concerns suggests conditions may vary significantly depending on the unit or time of stay.

The Good

  • Therapy team (PT/OT/Speech) consistently praised by name
  • Dietary/food quality called exceptional by a rehab patient
  • Individual aides and nurses described as caring
  • Housekeeping praised as spotless by one reviewer
  • Activities staff singled out for kindness

The Bad

  • Two reviewers report unanswered call bells and inconsistent basic care
  • One report of cash allegedly given to staff to influence care attention, reported to Department of Health
  • Reviewers cite disorganized communication between staff and departments
  • One reviewer describes declining cleanliness in rooms and shared spaces

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

St Josephs Place is a senior living community in Port Jervis, New York offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.1 out of 5 across 7 reviews.

About St Josephs Place

St. Joseph's Place is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Port Jervis, New York, licensed for 46 residents. The community offers both nursing care and rehabilitation services.

Family experiences at St. Joseph's Place are notably mixed. Some families praise the dietary team's exceptional cooking, rehabilitation therapies, and individual staff members, one family noted the food "tops my home cooked food." Activities programming and specific aides and nurses receive consistent mention for their attentiveness. However, recent reviews raise concerns about inconsistencies in care delivery, timely response to basic needs, communication gaps between departments, and maintenance standards in rooms and shared spaces. One family observed that "quality of care has declined significantly," and cleanliness has been a recurring point of concern across multiple accounts.

St. Joseph's Place holds a 3.1 out of 5 Google rating based on 7 reviews. Experiences appear to vary substantially by department and individual staff, strong outcomes in food services and therapy contrast with concerns about overall consistency and facility upkeep.

Types of Care at St Josephs Place

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

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

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of St Josephs Place

3.1overall · 7 ratings combined

3.1★ on Google (7)

Stacy Anderson

Mar 2026

via Google

While there are still some dedicated staff, there has been a noticeable decline in overall care and consistency. Basic needs are not always met in a timely manner, communication between staff and departments often feels disorganized, and the overall cleanliness of the facility has been concerning. There have been instances where rooms and shared spaces were not maintained to an appropriate standard, which raises questions about hygiene and resident safety. What has been most concerning to witness is the environment that has developed. On multiple occasions, I personally observed cash being given directly to staff with the understanding that it would impact the level of attention a resident received. This was serious enough that it has been reported to the Department of Health. Most staff have acknowledged that things have gone downhill recently, which speaks volumes. There is also a noticeable shift in priorities. At times, it has felt as though staff and leadership are more focused on protecting themselves or managing appearances than ensuring consistent, quality care for residents. I would also encourage families to look closely at the timeline and context of older reviews. From my understanding, at least one of the highly positive earlier reviews was posted by someone in a leadership role at the facility at the time. That context is important, as the current conditions do not reflect what many past reviews describe. This does not feel like an issue of a few individuals, but rather a larger problem with leadership, oversight, and accountability. Families should be aware that the experience today may not reflect what older reviews suggest.

J Zayas

Mar 2026

via Google

I feel compelled to write this review so that families considering St. Joseph’s Place have a more current understanding of what the facility has become. Based on our experience with my grandmother, it appears the quality of care has declined significantly since the facility’s last public reviews and inspections. There are some truly wonderful staff members here. The activities department and therapy team (PT/OT/Speech) have been excellent. They communicate well with families, treat residents with kindness, and clearly care about the people they work with. They deserve recognition for the effort they put into their jobs. Unfortunately, our family’s experience with my grandmother has raised serious concerns about the facility as a whole. We have experienced frequent issues with unanswered call bells, inconsistent assistance with basic care, and ongoing confusion among staff regarding her care plan. Families should not need to be present constantly to ensure that basic care needs are being met. What is especially concerning is that even some staff members have acknowledged that the facility has declined in recent months and expressed frustration with the current environment themselves. While there are clearly good people working here who care about residents, the larger issues appear to stem from a lack of leadership, organization, and accountability within administration. Families considering placement should ask detailed questions, visit frequently, and stay actively involved in their loved one’s care. I sincerely hope leadership takes these concerns seriously and works to restore the level of care and accountability residents and their families deserve.

Catherine

Jul 2025

via Google

Everybody here was very good and nice! Amy the CNA is excellent, the rehab has been a huge help for my leg and walking abilities. I would gladly recommend St Joe's to anybody in need of rehabilitation. They all do their job really well here.

Elizabeth Dantonio

Jun 2025

via Google

During my experience at St. Joseph's rehab center, I have found that the dietary department (chef and sous chef) are excellent. More than a five star! I would give them an 120%. I can't praise them enough bc the food here is the best food I've ever tasted in an institution (and I used to work in a nursing home in Brooklyn). It tops my home cooked food. I can't thank them enough. The nurses, RNs LPNs and CNAs are wonderful. They're caring, compassionate and treat you like you're their family. Then you have housekeeping. The housekeeping department is excellent. Everything is spotless, they sleep and mop the floors and even dust the TV. I was in Delaware Valley before this and they didn't touch the floors for 7 days! Physical, occupational, and speech therapy... forget about it - they're all great! They have amazing personalities! Kayla is so bubbly, Sharon and I have lots of fun together, and Alex is certainly sweet. Speech I only saw once but they were very nice too! My experience at St Joe's rehab has been the best of my life. I dont like hospitals or rehab centers, but this year I turned 81 and had to spend lots of time in Healthcare settings. If I ever ever need a rehab again I will immediately ask for St Joe's. I can't wait to come back and visit!!

Carole Crystal

May 2025

via Google

Everybody is so lovely. So caring! I've had some really sweet aides. PT and OT are extraordinary. Sharon and Kayla are super wonderful! I also had a kindred relationship with Kelly from activities. Nurse Joseph is very sweet. Tim the aide was sooo helpful when i first got here. He glows like an angel. Thank you st Joes!

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 23 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Mar 30, 2026Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 19, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 19, 2026

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 19, 2026

Feb 19, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 11, 2024

  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 11, 2024

Aug 4, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
  • Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 30, 2021

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 30, 2021

  • Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 30, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 30, 2021

  • Provide outside doors or windows in every resident room.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 30, 2021

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 30, 2021

  • Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 30, 2021

  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 30, 2021

Jun 7, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
  • Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 5, 2019

  • Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2019

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2019

  • Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2019

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 5, 2019

  • Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 5, 2019

  • Establish staff and initial training requirements.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 5, 2019

  • Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 5, 2019

  • Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 5, 2019

  • Provide outside doors or windows in every resident room.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 5, 2019

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 St Josephs Place offer?

St Josephs Place offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is St Josephs Place located?

St Josephs Place is located at 160 East Main Street in Port Jervis, New York.

What do families say about St Josephs Place?

St Josephs Place draws mixed reviews: several families and rehab patients praise the therapy team, food, and individual caregivers, but two detailed recent reviews describe a serious decline in care consistency, cleanliness, and leadership accountability. The split between glowing rehab experiences and alarming long-term care concerns suggests conditions may vary significantly depending on the unit or time of stay.

How did St Josephs Place do on recent health and safety inspections?

St Josephs Place had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 23 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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