Premier Nursing and Rehab Center Earns National Honor
The Queens facility receives a best-in-class designation from Newsweek for the 2027 calendar year.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Nursing Jobs
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Newsweek has officially named Premier Nursing and Rehab Center in Far Rockaway as one of America's Best Nursing Homes for 2027. This marks the third consecutive year the facility has received the prestigious industry recognition.
Why it matters
The recognition reflects the ongoing operational progress of the facility, which has seen its ranking improve steadily since the initial award. It serves as a benchmark for care standards in the local Queens community.
The facility currently employs more than 150 nurses, therapists, physicians, and support staff. It has provided skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the area for more than 50 years.
The players
Premier Nursing and Rehab Center
A long-term care and rehabilitation facility located in Far Rockaway that has operated for over 50 years.
Newsweek
An American weekly news magazine that publishes annual rankings of healthcare facilities based on industry performance.
The details
Located at 22-41 New Haven Ave. in Far Rockaway, the center offers a comprehensive suite of services including skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term residential options. Its consistent rise in the annual rankings highlights its sustained operational growth over the last three years.
Timeline
2027 marks the year for which the facility received the national award designation.
Market Landscape
The recognition follows the trajectory established by the America's Best Nursing Homes annual rankings, which highlight facilities demonstrating consistent year-over-year quality improvements. This ranking helps distinguish the facility within a competitive regional market of long-term care providers.
For families in Queens seeking care, this designation provides a validated indicator of the facility's recent performance trends. It assists residents and their families in making more informed decisions regarding long-term or short-term rehabilitative needs.
The takeaway
Consistent recognition in national rankings can serve as a helpful, though not exhaustive, metric for assessing facility quality. Prospective patients should supplement such awards with direct site visits and consultations with care staff.
Further reading
Learn more about the local healthcare sector in our New York City Nursing Jobs section.
More information
For more details on their services, visit the Premier Nursing and Rehab Center website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Wave - Rockaway's Newspaper since 1893 | 718-634-4000.
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