Gurwin Healthcare System Of Suffolk Wins Several LI Awards

COMMACK, NY — Gurwin Healthcare System was voted the winner of several categories in the health and wellness industry of the 2024 Bethpage Best of Long Island Awards, the system announced.

Gurwin's awards include:

• Julie Yerkes, RN voted Best Nurse for the second consecutive year.
• Gurwin Adult Day Health Program voted Best Adult Day Care Program for the eighth consecutive year.
• Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center voted Best Rehabilitation for the fourth consecutive year.
• Gurwin Home Care Agency voted Best Health Aides for the sixth consecutive year.
• Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center voted Best Nursing Home. The Center also received this honor in 2021.
• Gurwin Jewish ~ Fay J. Lindner Residences voted Best Assisted Living. The assisted living community also received this honor in 2010, 2011 and 2019.

The annual Bethpage Best of Long Island contest recognizes the best businesses and services throughout both Nassau and Suffolk counties. This year, more than one million votes were cast by Long Island residents and patrons.

"We are delighted that Long Islanders have chosen so many of Gurwin’s programs as the Best on Long Island," said Stuart B. Almer, president and CEO of Gurwin Healthcare System, in a news release. "This recognition stems from the talented staff on the Gurwin team whose dedication is evident in their compassionate care and innovative programming. We are privileged to serve as a steadfast resource for thousands of older and medically frail adults in our surrounding communities and are honored to be recognized for our commitment to 5-star quality, patient-centered care."