Brooklyn United Methodist Church Home
1485 Dumont Avenue · Brooklyn, NY · 11208 · 7188274500
120 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.05 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.53 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.60 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 38% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $10,039 |
Inspection citations (37 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected April 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected April 15, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E January 10, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 10, 2025
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.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 10, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Environmental
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No harm found · C January 10, 2025
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · C January 10, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 18, 2023
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 18, 2023
The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 18, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 18, 2023
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 18, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 18, 2023
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F September 18, 2023
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D September 18, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 18, 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.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 18, 2023
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 18, 2023
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E September 18, 2023
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E September 18, 2023 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E September 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 10, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| March 6, 2024 | Fine | $10,039 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335604 · certified since August 1, 1977. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.