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Rockaway Care Center is a 228 bed long term care facility designed to provide 24 hour residential and skilled nursing care. It is centrally located on the Rockaway Peninsula with easy access to public transportation and other vital community services. Our facility is situated between the Atlantic Ocean and Jamaica Bay providing us with year-round clean, fresh air. Round the clock security guards, security cameras and a newly installed Wander-Guard system provide a safe environment for residents.

We offer a comfortable and cordial living environment in a modern facility with a warm, home-like and therapeutic atmosphere. Luxuriously furnished private and semiprivate accommodations with individually controlled heat and air conditioning are offered. Rockaway Care Center's total care concept assure comprehensive care and continuity of service specifically designed towards meeting the needs of each individual. Our accommodations are meticulously maintained by a full staff of housekeeping personnel. Our facility is in full compliance with all regulations of the NYSDOH and all local fire safety codes. All rooms feature smoke detectors and a nurse call system. Every effort is taken to provide a secure and safe environment for our residents and peace of mind for family and friends of residents.

A Staff of highly trained dedicated professionals who respond with love, understanding and sensitivity towards the needs of each individual. The staff at RCC are people who "care" for people.

Complete Medical Services including Dentistry, Optometry, Podiatry, Laboratory/X-Ray and Pharmacy under the direction of licensed Medical Physicians.

Nursing services provided by skilled nursing care specific to the needs of every resident. Our in-service program ensures the continued excellence of our nursing services.

Comprehensive Rehabilitative Services including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Audiology staffed by qualified licensed professionals to provide restorative rehabilitative service to residents in need.

Our excellent Social Service staff strives to foster a felling of dignity and self-respect among our residents. They respond to the psychosocial and emotional needs of each resident and family.

Nourishing delicious meals prepared under the direction and supervision of a registered dietician and served in a modern sunfilled room. Bar-B-ques and Luau's are held on the patio and in the garden in good weather.

Religious services for all denominations.
Beautician and Barber Services.
Cheerful lounges/recreation rooms equipped with color T.V., movies and music are on every floor.

Activities programming offering a stimulating schedule of day and evening social activities and recreational programs. Live entertainment, pet therapy programs, arts and crafts, cooking, discussion groups and other therapeutic social programs are offered.

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