Map showing the location of BROOKLYN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH HOME in BROOKLYN, New York
1485 DUMONT AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY, 11208

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
1/5Much below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • New YorkLowest tier among peers593 rated homes · average 3.0★
  • Kings CountyLowest tier among peers40 rated homes · average 3.5★
  • United StatesLowest tier among peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point2★−0.8 vs NY avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star3★+0.3 vs NY avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star1★−2.9 vs NY avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles2★Above only 21% of peersNY avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover3★Above only 46% of peersNY avg2.7★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments1★Lowest tier among peersNY avg3.9★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.09hrsAbove only 16% of peersNY avg3.65Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.52hrsAbove only 43% of peersNY avg0.70Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better37%Above 57% of peersNY avg41%RN turnover27%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$23,674Above only 18% of peersNY avg$22,640Fines · denials2 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
37citations
5inspection dates
0actual harm (G–I)
1immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Mar 14, 2025most recent

Citations by monthJan 2022 – Mar 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Mar 14, 20253 citationsCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2025
  2. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Mar 14, 2025
  3. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2025
Jan 10, 20256 citationsCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. F577Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.Resident RightsC · widespreadCorrected Feb 21, 2025
  2. F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Feb 21, 2025
  3. F584Honor 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 RightsE · patternCorrected Feb 21, 2025
  4. F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician ServicesC · widespreadCorrected Feb 21, 2025
  5. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2025
  6. F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EnvironmentalE · patternCorrected Feb 21, 2025
Mar 6, 20241 citationCycle 2worst J · immediate jeopardy$10,039
  1. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareJ · isolatedCorrected Mar 3, 2024
Sep 18, 202321 citationsCycle 2worst F · no actual harm
  1. F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.AdministrationE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  2. F865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.AdministrationE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  3. F584Honor 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 RightsE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  4. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  5. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  6. F656Develop 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 PlanningE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  7. F657Develop 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 PlanningE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  8. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  9. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  10. F725Provide 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 ServicesE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  11. F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EnvironmentalE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  12. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  13. F565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  14. F574The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  15. F578Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  16. F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  17. F688Provide 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.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  18. F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  19. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  20. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Nov 10, 2023
  21. F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 10, 2023
Jan 25, 20226 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F584Honor 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 RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2022
  2. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2022
  3. F656Develop 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 PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2022
  4. F657Develop 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 PlanningE · patternCorrected Mar 15, 2022
  5. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2022
  6. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2022

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.09hrsAbove only 16% of peers−0.56 vs NY avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.52hrsAbove only 43% of peers−0.18 vs NY avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.62hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours1.96hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays2.66hrs
  • New York average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better37%Above 57% of peersNY avg 41%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only27%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year1Leadership changed
  • Occupancy120 certified beds · ~117 residents a day98%Top 10%NY avg 90%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $23,674In fines
  • 2Fines
  • 0Payment denials
  • $22,640NY avg in fines
Above only 18% of peersFewer fines than 18% of rated homes in New York

Actions on record

  1. Mar 6, 2024Civil money penalty$10,039
  2. Mar 6, 2023Civil money penalty$13,635

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
Non profit - Corporation
Chain
Independent
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Corporate directors
  • Edna Barnett
  • Sherwin Chue
  • John Cole
  • Joanna Hofmann
  • Cleolene Jones
  • Wendy Modeste
  • Delroy Murdock
  • Gertrude Nation
  • +1 more
Corporate officers
  • John Cole
  • Victor Orriola
  • Sandra Pitterson-Cohen
Managing employees
  • Sandra Pitterson-Cohen

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 335604 · 1485 DUMONT AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY, 11208.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in New York and Kings County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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