New York State Department of Health’s Helen Hayes Hospital Selected for 2025-2026 Montefiore Health System Skilled Nursing Facility Collaborative
February 14, 2025Skilled Nursing Facility Designated as Preferred Provider of Subacute Rehabilitation Services for Second Time
New York State Department of Health’s Helen Hayes Hospital’s Skilled Nursing Facility has been selected for a second time by the Montefiore Health System as a preferred provider of subacute rehabilitation services through Montefiore Health System’s Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Collaborative. This designation recognizes the Hospital’s long history of excellence in post-acute physical rehabilitation services for patients recovering from joint replacement surgery, stroke, heart attack, fractures, orthopedic conditions, chronic illness, medical deconditioning and other disabling conditions. This recognition, awarded for 2025-2026, marks the second two-year period that the Hospital’s SNF will be included in Montefiore’s Skilled Nursing Facility Collaborative.
“New York State Department of Health’s Helen Hayes Hospital has a team of dedicated professionals who provide exceptional rehabilitation services and are committed to helping patients recover and live independently,” State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald said. “Congratulations to the Helen Hayes team for again being recognized by the Montefiore Health System. It is an honor well deserved.”
“This continued recognition underscores our Skilled Nursing Facility’s commitment to delivering exceptional post-acute care,” Helen Hayes Hospital Acting CEO Yvonne Evans said. “Our dedicated team is committed to guiding patients through this critical phase of recovery, helping them regain strength, independence, and confidence as they transition back home. We are honored to be recognized again by the Montefiore Health System for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.”
The Montefiore Health System SNF Collaborative aids patients in their post-acute recoveries through partnerships with SNFs in the Bronx, Westchester and Hudson Valley that have demonstrated proven excellence in patient care and outcomes. Facilities chosen were selected by a team of Montefiore experts based on the facilities’ safety records, ability to care for patients with complex conditions, patient satisfaction scores and quality of care and services. Partner SNFs provide the highest possible quality of care and work with Montefiore Health System caregivers to ensure a seamless transition from acute to subacute care.
The Skilled Nursing Facility at Helen Hayes Hospital offers an expanded service to patients who need post-acute rehabilitation care before returning home. The flexible program serves patients at various stages of the rehabilitation process, making it an ideal option for individuals beginning or continuing their rehabilitation treatment. Each patient receives an individualized treatment plan crafted by an interdisciplinary team of experts to meet their needs and goals before returning home, including walking, climbing stairs, managing daily routines, transferring, and gaining strength. The program is Five-Star Rated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, recognizing the Skilled Nursing Facility’s top scores in quality of patient care, staff expertise and excellence in rehabilitation outcomes.
Individuals interested in admission to the Skilled Nursing Facility at Helen Hayes Hospital may visit helenhayeshospital.org/subacute-rehabilitation or call 1-888-70-REHAB. Additional information about the Montefiore Health System Skilled Nursing Facility Collaborative is available at www.montefiore.org/montefiore-snf-collaborative.
