Attorney General James’ Statement on Nursing Home Condition in Crown Heights

NEW YORK – Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement regarding reports of troubling conditions at a nursing home in Crown Heights:

“Our office has received multiple complaints alleging troubling conditions at the Crown Heights Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation. While this is a challenging time for all caretakers, the responsibility to treat elderly and disabled nursing home residents with the care and respect they deserve remains paramount. Our office is in contact with management, residents, families of residents, and relevant government partners. We are closely monitoring the situation and will take action, as appropriate, to protect these and other nursing home residents.”