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Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

520 Prospect Place, Brooklyn, NY 11238 · Kings County

Downtown Brooklyn Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is redefining the Nursing and Rehabilitation experience in Downtown Brooklyn.

2.0CMS overall rating(718) 636-1000Visit website ↗
50
Fair
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookVery limited availability

Typically 96% full (306 of 320 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Brooklyn

Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Brooklyn, NY, with 320 certified beds and an average of about 306 residents per day. It operates as part of the Cassena Care network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.16 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.01 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.16 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Brooklyn options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
320
Avg. residents/day
306
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Cassena Care
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
335625

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$14,590–$17,850/mo (median $15,800)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local New York prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.16
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.01
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
37.5%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
3
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-04-10
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-06-27Severity L — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2025-06-27Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

2025-04-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2024-01-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

2024-01-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

2024-01-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

2024-01-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2024-01-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Scheduled transportation
  • Daily activities & events
  • 24/7 staff

Location

520 Prospect Place, Brooklyn, NY

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

How much does Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center cost?

Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Brooklyn, NY area typically runs $14,590–$17,850 per month (median $15,800, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

Staff provide about 3.16 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center have availability?

Typically 96% full (306 of 320 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offer?

Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Brooklyn, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 320 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in New York.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

  1. 1
    Confirm the fit
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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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  4. 4
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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