Nursing Home

Wedgwood Gardens Care Center

Overview of Wedgwood Gardens Care Center
Wedgwood Gardens Care Center is a 5-Star rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Freehold, New Jersey. It offers a variety of services, including intensive subacute rehabilitation therapy and compassionate long-term care. The facility is conveniently located near CentraState Medical Center and provides a warm and supportive environment for residents.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
New Jersey average: 3.3/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
New Jersey average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
New Jersey average: 3.0/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
New Jersey average: 4.3/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 38m per day

This home provides 6% less nursing time per resident than the New Jersey average.

New Jersey average: 3h 53m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 151

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the New Jersey average
Occupancy rate 62.9%
Residents per day (avg) 99
Occupancy rate
62.9%
Residents per day (avg)
99

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

62% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

24% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$14.2M
Operating loss
-$1.1M
Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$14,206,657.00
Operating loss
$-1,101,225.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.9M
41.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.4M
Total costs $15.3M
Bed community size
151-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
63%
In line with New Jersey average
Occupied beds
95 / 151
Average residents 119 per day

License details

Facility type
Long Term Care Facility
Status Active
Expiration November 30, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: 13004
Accreditations: 5-Star rated facility by CMS
Awards: Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report
Inspection Rating: Deficiency Free Survey from April 2016-2017

Ownership & operating entity

Wedgwood Gardens Care Center is administrated by Mr. S. ROBERT KASZIRER.

Owner name: WEDGWOOD GARDENS CARE CENTER, LLC

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Outdoor Courtyards & Gardens
Onsite Beauty Salon & Barber
Internet Lounge
Library
Laundry Services

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Path to Care, Subacute Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Services, Long Term Care, Palliative / Hospice Services, Accommodations, Amenities, Dining Services, Home Sweet Home Program, Respite Services, Therapeutic Recreation
Operating Hours
Tours are provided 7 days a week; appointments are not needed.

Inspection History

In New Jersey, the Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing conducts mandatory unannounced surveys to ensure facilities provide safe and effective resident care.

10 visits/inspections

Results

25 with citations

0 without citations

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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
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Address 2.7 miles from city center

Address Freehold, NJ 07728

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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled, New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High urban demand; managed care model.

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+, New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

$40,000 (individual).

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.

~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).

Not assessed.

Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.

~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).

Not assessed.

Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.

~$150,000/year (combined household, projected).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.

~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).

Not assessed.

Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.

~$500,000/year (projected, subject to final regs).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.

Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

New Jersey LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, NJ resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid available.

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

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

New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

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