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St. Nicholas Home

437 Ovington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Assisted Living
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(800) 780-8101

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(718) 238-8141

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $5,492

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $6,839
  • Average State Price: $4,621
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • St. Nicholas Home Description

    St. Nicholas Home is a large 75 bed community that offers assisted living and is located in the town of Dyker Heights, New York. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 making it the 41st highest rated community in the city out of 61 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    6.8
    St. Nicholas Home
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 36 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 39 out of 62 communities in Brooklyn
  • Ranking in State: 856 out of 1231 communities in NY
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Facility requires renovation and the food quality is poor.
    • Converted apartment building with limited common areas and activities; accommodations are cheaper but of lesser quality.
    • Building structure is over 100 years old with a frequently malfunctioning elevator, making it difficult for residents with mobility aids.
    • Reports of bed bugs, stolen jewelry, ants, and roaches; maintenance and cleanliness issues are prevalent.
    • Complaints about the administrative staff being unresponsive and incompetent.
    • Residents reportedly include those with dementia who may not be suitable for an "Independent Adult Home".
    • Allegations of Medicare/Medicaid fraud and health violations.
    • Some residents feel unsafe due to violent incidents.
    • Concerns about the facility taking in homeless people paid by the state.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Some families have found peace and good care for their loved ones, appreciating the staff and management.
    • Staff members are described as kind, compassionate, and treating residents like family.
    • Residents enjoy the sense of community, with activities like monthly parties and access to beautiful gardens.
    • Facility is considered a caring refuge by some families, with responsive and helpful staff.
    • Anticipation for upcoming building renovations to improve common areas.

    Mixed Reviews:

    • Some residents and their families have had positive experiences, feeling well-treated and supported.
    • Others have had significant concerns about the facility's condition, staff behavior, and overall management.


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    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Dyker Heights which is 1.1 miles away and has a population of 34,399 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $81,070, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 80
      • Low Temperature: 35
      • Average Temperature: 57.5
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 141 days of rain, 26 days of snow and 196 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.2 inches a year

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    Supermarkets

    Balady Halal Market
    0.1 miles away
    Superfresh
    0.3 miles away
    C-Town
    0.3 miles away
    Forum Supermarket
    0.4 miles away
    E & S Grocery Store
    0.5 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Bay Ridge Avenue & 4th Avenue
    0.1 miles away
    Bay Ridge Avenue & 5th Avenue
    0.1 miles away
    5th Avenue & Bay Ridge Avenue
    0.1 miles away
    5th Avenue & Senator Street
    0.1 miles away
    Bay Ridge Avenue & 3rd Avenue
    0.2 miles away

    Banks

    Bank of America
    0.1 miles away
    Marathon Bank
    0.2 miles away
    Chase
    0.3 miles away
    HSBC
    0.7 miles away
    First American International Bank
    0.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn
    0.9 miles away
    Animal Clinic
    1.0 miles away
    Girling Health Care
    1.2 miles away
    Maimonides Medical Center
    1.2 miles away
    VA New York Harbor Healthcare System Brooklyn Campus
    1.7 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    0.1 miles away
    Mannings 8th Ave Pharmacy
    0.5 miles away
    Sunset Park Pharmacy
    0.6 miles away
    Global Care Pharmacy
    0.7 miles away
    Globe Drug Store Prescriptions
    0.8 miles away

    Dentists

    (kids,adults)
    0.3 miles away
    Cosmetic Dentistry Center
    0.3 miles away
    Brooklyn Smile
    1.3 miles away
    Bay Ridge Orthodontics
    1.3 miles away
    Dental Health PC
    1.7 miles away

    Parks

    Leif Ericson Park
    0.2 miles away
    Steadman Square
    0.3 miles away
    John Allen Payne Park
    0.4 miles away
    Quaker Parrot Park at the Dust Bowl
    0.5 miles away
    McKinley Park
    0.5 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Saint Charles Mission Center
    5.4 miles away
    Saint Paul's Chapel
    5.4 miles away
    Saint Patrick’s Cathedral
    8.9 miles away
    Church of Saint Paul the Apostle
    9.6 miles away
    Congregation Sherith Israel
    10.0 miles away

    Shopping

    Atlantic Terminal
    4.2 miles away
    Atlantic Center
    4.3 miles away
    City Point
    4.4 miles away
    Bayonne Crossing Shopping Center
    4.7 miles away
    South Cove Plaza
    4.8 miles away

    Culture

    Acting Out
    1.5 miles away
    C & K Art Center
    2.0 miles away
    Boccara Art
    2.3 miles away
    Gasworks
    2.5 miles away
    Under Minerva
    2.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Original Pizza
    0.1 miles away
    Taste of China
    0.1 miles away
    El Castillo
    0.1 miles away
    Emphasis
    0.1 miles away
    Yemen Cafe
    0.1 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of NY. It is a large-sized community with 75 total beds.

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