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Scout 97Oceanside, NY · 20 beds
5.0CMS rating
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One of Oceanside's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,590–$17,850/mo
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Garden Care Center
135 Franklin Avenue, Franklin Square, NY 11010 · Nassau County
Garden Care Center provides outstanding short-term rehabilitation, subacute care, long-term services, and outpatient programs in Franklin Square, NY. Call 516.775.2100 to book a tour.
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (139 of 150 beds occupied on an average day).
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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.
One of Franklin Square's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Garden Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Franklin Square, NY, with 150 certified beds and an average of about 139 residents per day. It operates as part of the Benjamin Landa network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.35 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.46 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 24.6%, 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
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.35 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Franklin Square for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 150
- Avg. residents/day
- 139
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- Benjamin Landa
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 335817
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 care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $14,590–$17,850/mo (median $15,800) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Nassau County prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.35
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.46
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 24.6%
- 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
- 2026-03-04
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-04Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2026-03-04Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2026-03-04Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-08-30Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2024-08-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2024-08-30Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2024-08-30Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-08-30Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
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
Location
135 Franklin Avenue, Franklin Square, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Garden Care Center
How much does Garden Care Center cost?
Garden Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Franklin Square, 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 Garden Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Garden Care Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Garden Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.35 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 24.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Garden Care Center?
Garden Care Center has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-04). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Garden Care Center have availability?
Typically 93% full (139 of 150 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Garden Care Center offer?
Garden Care Center in Franklin Square, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 150 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 Nassau County.
- 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
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
- 2Get exact pricing & availabilityRequest current rates for Garden Care Center — takes one minute, answered same day.
- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
- 4Hold a spotMost communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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