UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND NURSING is a Medicare-certified nursing home located in BRONX, NY. CMS overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Google rating: 4.2 out of 5 from 60 reviews. Accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.

UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND NURSING

bronx, NYMedicare Certified

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Medicare Certified

Medicaid Certified

Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company

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Location & Directions

Address

2505 GRAND AVE

BRONX, NY

Bronx County

Service Area

This nursing home is located in Bronx County and serves residents in the NY area.

Note on Service Area

Service availability may vary by location. Contact this facility directly to confirm service availability in your specific location.

Industry Benchmark Comparison

Comparison to industry benchmarks for nursing homes

Overall RatingFacility: 4.0 / Industry Avg: 3.0

✓ Above average

Health Inspection RatingFacility: 3.0 / Industry Avg: 3.0

≈ At average

Staffing RatingFacility: 2.0 / Industry Avg: 3.0

⚠ Below average

Chain Affiliation

CENTERS HEALTH CARE

Part of a multi-facility healthcare organization

RN Hours per Resident DayFacility: 0.63 / Industry Avg: 0.75

⚠ Below average (higher is better)

All Nursing Staff Hours per Resident DayFacility: 3.58 / Industry Avg: 2.5

✓ Above average (higher is better)

RN Turnover RateFacility: 33.3% / Industry Avg: 20%

⚠ Above average (lower is better)

All Nursing Staff Turnover RateFacility: 32.4% / Industry Avg: 35%

≈ At average (lower is better)

Google Reviews

4.2
60 reviews
Tevaughn Williams

Tevaughn Williams

It was a blessing because I'm an army veteran who battled with mental illness for years I got out of the military 2013 and I did not get heels until 2025 now I've been a song about it called. God saved me part one when I came to the hospital administered my single to the Veterans there and they were crying saying that I brought back memories now I decided I wanna visit there every Friday and Minister my songs to them. I am a Christian artist so my mission is to spread the gospel all over the Earth so how people be here just like I was here and give their life to Jesus Jesus Christ so they will never be sick again I pray that the name of Jesus every patient in the rehab is healed and also pray that each time that Minister they will receive blessings in your life and increase in protection. God can save anybody from any sickness, no matter how big or small it is and my people get healed all the Time things like AIDS STDs, and many more they have all been cared in. Jesus is the only one that can perform miracles like that so I believe if I keep ministering every Friday with Elder John, who is also from my church Christ Embassy I know for sure that those people in there will be healed and delivered from whatever evil is living side of them when administered yesterday I had all my own emotions because I never ministered in a rehab before. no, that I did. It made me realize I should be doing this every Friday so that is what I wanna do since I'm in college but do not have classes on Fridays. I will always come with Elder John so we can spread the gospel of Jesus Christ to the second loss who have no one to support them in the name of Jesus how support everyone that I come in contact with any rehab they receive increased grace increase protection increase on every side. I pray that whatever they manifest that is in the will of God they will get it also pray that everybody was in there with their workers or patients or whatever you wanna call the people there. Do not go to hell in Jesus name since I will be coming there everybody will be prepared for the return of Jesus Christ because whenever he comes, the Earth will be called up into the sky meaning Jesus is in the sky, and he appears all of the people that he chose will be rapture and meet him in the sky, but the wicked will be left behind, so I definitely do not want any of the veterans to go to hell or the workers so as much as a man there has as much answers to everybody's prayers that is in the rehab, including mine I find it funny The elevator is not working when I was trying to leave, and I made a joke to the nurse that I believe God👑 didn't want me to leave at that moment which just made me use my time to speak in tongues, which is the angelic language. God created that only he can understand. God Bless you all and God will be helping all of you whether worker or night

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veronica grant

veronica grant

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing this letter to formally express my deep concern and dissatisfaction regarding the care my mother received at your rehabilitation facility. Based on our experience, I give this facility a rating of 0 out of 5 stars. From the moment my mother arrived, the level of care was unacceptable. Her bed was not functioning properly and had no safety rails, creating a serious fall risk. Her personal belongings repeatedly went missing, and staff showed little concern or accountability. My mother, who is vision impaired, was unable to sit up, eat properly, or take her prescribed medication for several days. Staff failed to provide a safe or effective alternative method for administering her medication despite suggestions being made. As a direct result of this neglect, her blood pressure rose to dangerous levels. After days of inaction, staff ultimately called 911 because they were unable to manage her condition—an emergency that could have been prevented with proper care. During her stay, my mother received physical therapy only once, which is completely unacceptable for a rehabilitation facility. By the second day, it was clear she was not receiving the care she needed, and I had to repeatedly question staff about transferring her elsewhere. The facility itself is unsanitary and poorly maintained. The building had a strong, unpleasant odor, and the environment felt unsafe. The food provided was inadequate, with no clear indication of what residents were being served. At night, the hallways were chaotic, with excessive noise and activity. Most concerning, residents were not being properly washed or changed. I personally witnessed this and had to come in daily to thoroughly clean my mother myself. No family should have to do this in a facility that is entrusted with the care of vulnerable individuals. While there may be one or two staff members who genuinely care, the overall standard of care reflects neglect rather than rehabilitation. Families trust facilities like yours with their loved ones’ lives, and that trust was severely broken in this case. Based on sanitation issues, lack of medical support, poor communication, and inadequate patient care, I cannot recommend this facility to anyone. I strongly urge management and oversight authorities to investigate these conditions to prevent other families from experiencing what we did. Please Do not send your loved ones here ever!!!! Sincerely, Concerned Family Member

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Zach Kurneta

Zach Kurneta

University Center is such a wonderful facility. It’s a small, tight-knit community where everyone truly knows each resident by name and goes above and beyond to make sure every need is met. The leadership team — from the Administrator to the Director of Nursing — sets a great example, creating a caring and supportive environment for both staff and residents. The focus on quality care and rehab is outstanding. You can see the dedication in how they help patients get stronger, recover faster, and safely return home. It’s truly a special place that feels personal, welcoming, and committed to every individual’s success.

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Ms Rmb

Ms Rmb

My time is VERY limited due to daily life responsibilities, and for me to take a fraction of it to leave a review about something or someone, it’s usually because of horrible or awesome reason(s). In this case, it’s the later of the two regarding the University Center (“UC”) nursing home. I’ll try to keep this brief but detailed. The entire facility is well-maintained and clean overall; is safe, accessible, roomy & comfortable enough for both residents and visitors. I like that UC is not too big & overcrowded, it feels cozy like being home as you get to know the staff, other residents and even their family members better. We have not encountered & interacted with all of UC’s staff persons, but those we did were approachable, professional, knowledgeable, caring, kind and then some. To have your loved one FINALLY transferred to a facility (UC) after having been in two horrific ones, and to finally receive excellent, not perfect as noting and no one is perfect, but very close to such, personalized care and such actually being executed fully & daily or a necessary and his/her needs be met in all aspects (physically, mentally, emotionally & socially), the lines of communication kept open and ALL of your questions or concerns if any, answered expeditiously, without hesitation, etcetera, by a staff person(s) whom you didn’t have to track down because UC has ADEQUATE, trained & knowledgeable staff, YOU CAN EXHALE IN RELIEF!!!!! It’s awesome and humane when your loved one is NOT left in bed to deteriorate from neglect, and it is good even when you are not there and your loved is still being taken care of fully (in addition to the above, including, but not limited to a proper well balanced diet, PT/OT services, other therapeutic & rehabilitation services available, etcetera) which makes leaving him/her after visits easier. I could but I wont go on and on because as previously noted, my time is very limited but UC was/is very deserving of this review. My apology for this book long review. How to actually make a positive review brief when its so much positive things to note about University Center after horrible experiences indirectly and or directly from other facilities? Blame this book on our relief, excitement and gratitude. Pardon the typos if any as I typed this on my cell phone.

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Medistaff LLC

Medistaff LLC

University Nursing Home is one of a kind. The staff are very friendly and provide excellent care to their patients. Since they are a small center, it allows the staff to give more attention to each patient-which is a lot better than a conventional big nursing home. I have had two family members stay at University for short term rehab, and our family only has good things to say. From our parents two stays here, we can see that the staff are here for the right reasons, and truly love and care for their patients. The Administrator Izzy and Director of Nursing Ms Brown are very involved, kind and attentive-working with us to get our loved ones better and back home to us. I only have good things to say about this team of hero’s! Thank you University Center! -BR

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Medicare Certified

This nursing home is Medicare certified. Most skilled nursing services are covered by Medicare Part A.

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