When a healthcare facility earns national recognition once, it’s noteworthy. When it does so three years in a row — while steadily climbing the state rankings — that signals a culture of sustained excellence rather than a one-off achievement. That’s exactly the story unfolding at Premier Nursing and Rehab Center of Far Rockaway, a 183-bed skilled nursing and subacute rehabilitation center in Queens, NY, operating as part of Northern Care Group.
A patient being helped by family to return home after successful rehab stay
Newsweek’s 2026 list, earning national and New York State recognition for the third consecutive year.
“Being recognized three years in a row, and ranking in the top 100 in the state, reflects the consistency of our team. This honor belongs to the people who show up for our residents every day,” said David Berov, LNHA, Administrator of Premier Nursing and Rehab of Far Rockaway.
FAR ROCKAWAY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Premier Nursing and Rehab Center of Far Rockaway has announced its inclusion in Newsweek’s America’s Best Nursing Homes 2027 list, marking a hat trick of consecutive years earning this prestigious distinction.
The recognition carries extra weight given the competitive landscape. In one of New York’s most crowded healthcare markets, Premier stands alone as the only skilled nursing facility in Far Rockaway to land on Newsweek’s list — a notable feat in a community surrounded by numerous nursing homes and rehabilitation centers vying for the same recognition.
What makes this year’s honor even more remarkable is the trajectory: Premier has improved its ranking each consecutive year, a reflection of the facility’s ongoing commitment to quality skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and an exceptional resident experience.
“Being recognized three consecutive years, with our rankings improving each year in New York’s competitive healthcare market, reflects the dedication and consistency of our team,” said Berov. “While awards are meaningful, what matters most is the care and experience we provide our residents and their families every day. I am incredibly proud of our more than 150 nurses, therapists, physicians, and support staff who treat our residents like family and deliver compassionate, high-quality care day in and day out.”
This latest accolade underscores Premier’s longstanding commitment to the Far Rockaway and greater Queens communities, where compassionate care, clinical excellence, and a family-centered approach remain central to its mission.
About Premier Nursing and Rehab Center of Far Rockaway
Located at 22-41 New Haven Avenue in Far Rockaway, New York, Premier Nursing and Rehab Center of Far Rockaway provides skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term residential care. With more than 50 years of service to the community, Premier remains dedicated to helping residents recover, thrive, and feel at home.
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Why it matters: For families in Far Rockaway and across Queens, this three-year streak offers an independent benchmark when choosing a skilled nursing facility in a market where options abound. Premier’s improving rank signals that consistent, measurable quality is achievable even in highly competitive regions — a standard worth expecting from every facility.
