nursing home in Far Rockaway, NY
West Lawrence Care Center. LLC
1410 Seagirt Boulevard, Far Rockaway, NY 11691 · (718) 471-7000
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
West Lawrence Care Center. LLC at a glance
West Lawrence Care Center. LLC is a 215-bed for-profit nursing home in Far Rockaway, New York (Queens County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New York average of 3.
Residents receive about 2.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 4, 2025) found 16 health citations. The New York average is 8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.2% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 215
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 13, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Queens County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335737
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.55 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.27 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.72 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.35 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.2% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 65.2% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 16 | 8 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 75 | 62.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,070 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 215 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 162 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 75.1% | 90.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.9% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.5% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.8% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.3% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.8% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.3% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 72% | 19.5% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 18.3% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.1% | 19.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85.3% | 91.5% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 55.6% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 26.5% | 77.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 30 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 4, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0675 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Complaint | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0627 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| August 4, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| February 5, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2025 |
| February 5, 2025 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2025 |
| July 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 30, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| July 14, 2023 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2023 |
| June 9, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 15, 2021 |
| June 9, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2021 |
| June 9, 2021 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2021 |
| June 9, 2021 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2021 |
| June 9, 2021 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2021 |
| June 9, 2021 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2021 |
| June 9, 2021 Standard | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0563 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CYTRYN, ARON Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 46% | 03/01/2015 |
| LANDA, JUDY Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 39% | 03/01/2015 |
| B&L CONSULTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2003 |
| CYTRYN, ARON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2003 |
| CYTRYN, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2023 |
| FISCHEL, MAYER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/24/2025 |
| LANDA, BENJAMIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2003 |
| LANDA, JUDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2003 |
| WEST LAWRENCE CARE CENTER REALTY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2003 |
| YOUNESI, PEYMAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/24/2025 |
| FISCHEL, MAYER Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2015 |
| CYTRYN, ARON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2003 |
| CYTRYN, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/31/2014 |
| YOUNESI, PEYMAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2018 |
| CLEARY, SACHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/24/2025 |
| CYTRYN, ARON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2003 |
| CYTRYN, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/31/2014 |
| LANDA, BENJAMIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2003 |
| YOUNESI, PEYMAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is West Lawrence Care Center. LLC's rating?
West Lawrence Care Center. LLC has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New York nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did West Lawrence Care Center. LLC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 16 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does West Lawrence Care Center. LLC accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns West Lawrence Care Center. LLC?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is West Lawrence Care Center. LLC and how do I contact it?
West Lawrence Care Center. LLC is at 1410 Seagirt Boulevard, Far Rockaway, NY 11691. Phone: (718) 471-7000.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.