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AristaCare at Cedar Oaks

AristaCare at Cedar Oaks is a Nursing Home in New Jersey

AristaCare at Cedar Oaks is a Nursing Home in New Jersey

AristaCare at Cedar Oaks

AristaCare at Cedar Oaks

1311 Durham Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080 View Map

AristaCare at Cedar Oaks is a Nursing Home in New Jersey

AristaCare at Cedar Oaks is a Nursing Home in New Jersey

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Overview of AristaCare at Cedar Oaks

AristaCare at Cedar Oaks is a trusted nursing home in South Plainfield, NJ, that offers comprehensive care options, including long-term care, memory care, and rehabilitation. With its nurturing environment, older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay. 24-hour care, daily activities, and laundry services are among the high-quality services provided to help residents live a worry-free retirement. Through a resident-centered approach, the community ensures residents can recover with ease.

Mind-stimulating games, social events, and exciting trips ensure residents can remain active and well-connected. A beauty salon, state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment, and a spacious dining room also allow residents to interact with friends and maintain holistic wellness. Surrounded by local amenities and leisure sites, the community guarantees comfort and convenience. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in New Jersey, as it has exceptional standards of care that aim to help older adults live comfortably in retirement.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.42/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 230

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the New Jersey average
Occupancy rate 88.6%
Residents per day (avg) 202
Occupancy rate
88.6%
Residents per day (avg)
202

Who this home usually serves

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TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
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Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

32% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

48% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 months

Medicaid

20% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Partnership
Home revenue
$26.2M
Operating loss
-$1.3M
Proprietary home Partnership
Home revenue
$26,151,561.00
Operating loss
$-1,257,782.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$11.0M
42.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.4M
Total costs $27.4M

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 315214

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: 3-story

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Dining Services

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Beauty Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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On-site Medical Care and Health Services

Types of Care at AristaCare at Cedar Oaks

Nursing Home Memory Care Respite Care

Places of interest near AristaCare at Cedar Oaks

Address 2.9 miles from city center

Address 1311 Durham Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Managed Long Term Services and Supports
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • NJ Specifics: High urban demand; managed care model.
  • Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), medical services.
JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)
  • General: Age 60+, New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
  • Asset Limits: $40,000 (individual).
  • NJ Specifics: Higher asset limit; limited funding.
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), home modifications (~$1,000 avg.).
Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)
  • General: Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • NJ Specifics: Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.
  • Services: Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings), premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark).
Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program
  • General: Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • NJ Specifics: Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.
  • Services: Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
New Jersey Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • NJ Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)
New Jersey Senior Freeze
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$150,000/year (combined household, projected).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed; home ownership required.
  • NJ Specifics: Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.
  • Services: Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year.
ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)
  • General: Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • NJ Specifics: Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.
  • Services: Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters).
Stay NJ
  • General: Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$500,000/year (projected, subject to final regs).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed; home ownership required.
  • NJ Specifics: Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.
  • Services: Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026.
Universal Service Fund (USF)
New Jersey Universal Service Fund
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
  • NJ Specifics: Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.
  • Services: Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income.
Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • General: Age 60+ prioritized, NJ resident, low-income household.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
  • NJ Specifics: Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid available.
  • Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($450 max).
NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)
New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program
  • General: Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
  • Income Limits (2025): Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed; need-based.
  • NJ Specifics: 21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.
  • Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • NJ Specifics: High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for New Jersey Seniors

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Managed Long Term Services and Supports

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • NJ Specifics:
    High urban demand; managed care model.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), medical services.
Official Program Page
NJ JACC

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
  • Asset Limits:
    $40,000 (individual).
  • NJ Specifics:
    Higher asset limit; limited funding.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), home modifications (~$1,000 avg.).
Official Program Page
New Jersey PAAD

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • NJ Specifics:
    Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings), premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark).
Official Program Page
New Jersey Senior Gold

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • NJ Specifics:
    Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings).
Official Program Page
New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • NJ Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Official Program Page
New Jersey Senior Freeze

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$150,000/year (combined household, projected).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed; home ownership required.
  • NJ Specifics:
    Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year.
Official Program Page
New Jersey ANCHOR

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • NJ Specifics:
    Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters).
Official Program Page
New Jersey Stay NJ

Stay NJ

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$500,000/year (projected, subject to final regs).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed; home ownership required.
  • NJ Specifics:
    Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026.
Official Program Page
New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Universal Service Fund (USF)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed; income-focused.
  • NJ Specifics:
    Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income.
Official Program Page
New Jersey LIHEAP

Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+ prioritized, NJ resident, low-income household.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed; income-focused.
  • NJ Specifics:
    Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($450 max).
Official Program Page
New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed; need-based.
  • NJ Specifics:
    21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits:
    ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • NJ Specifics:
    High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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