The North Ward Center

Q: Is The North Ward Center in a walkable area?

The North Ward Center has a walk score of 81. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: What is the license number of The North Ward Center?

According to NJ state health department records, The North Ward Center's license number is YG153X.

Q: When does The North Ward Center's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, The North Ward Center's license expires on September 30, 2026.

Q: Are pets allowed at The North Ward Center?

No, The North Ward Center has a no-pet policy.

Q: Who is the administrator of The North Ward Center?

Ms. ROSANGELA PETINATI is the administrator of The North Ward Center.

Q: How many beds does The North Ward Center have?

The North Ward Center has 120 beds.

Q: Has The North Ward Center had any deficiencies?

The North Ward Center has no reported deficiencies according to records from New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH).

Overview of The North Ward Center

The North Ward Center runs its Adult Medical Day Center out of the North Ward neighborhood in Newark, New Jersey, one program among several the nonprofit operates locally. Ms. Rosangela Petinati administers it. The surrounding area is very walkable (Walk Score 81), with most errands reachable on foot.

That community focus shows up in how the organization is structured: alongside the adult day program, it also runs a Child Development Center and a Youth Leadership Development Program, suggesting an operation built around serving families across age groups rather than a single-purpose clinical site. Inside the day program itself, services span primary healthcare, preventative healthcare, therapeutic services, recreational services, and social services, with a Wellness Program anchoring the regular activity schedule.

Pets aren’t part of the picture here. State inspections, conducted through the New Jersey Department of Health, have tended to center on care planning and documentation and on resident rights and protections rather than direct care delivery. Families looking at daytime programs that pair medical oversight with structured social activity will find that mix built into how The North Ward Center already operates

Facility Direct Line (973) 481-6145 info@northwardcenter.org

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count 120

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score

81 / 100

About this community

Facility TypeAdult Day Health Care Services

StatusActive

ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026

License NumberYG153X

The North Ward Center is administered by Ms. Rosangela Petinati.

Owner NameThe North Ward Center, Inc

Pets not allowed

Activities

Since 2025 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 0 deficiencies 1 inspection

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Jersey state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. New Jersey state average

Overall vs. NJ average

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NJ Average	vs. NJ Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	0	21	This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0 vs. NJ avg 21).↓ 100% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NJ Average	vs. NJ Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.	1	9	This facility has had 89% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (1 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 89% fewer
Inspections with deficiencies Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.	0	22	This facility has 100% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0 vs. NJ avg 22).↓ 100% better
Inspection deficiency rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.	0%	29%	This facility has 29 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0% vs. NJ avg 29%).↓ 29% better

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3.1 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Newark's city center to The North Ward Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled

General 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).

High urban demand; managed care model.

Benefits

In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Medical services

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+

General New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $40,000 individual

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Benefits

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)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+

General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.

Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).

Asset Limits Not assessed.

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

Benefits

Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings) Premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark)

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+

General 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.

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

Benefits

Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General 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).

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

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year

General NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.

Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year combined household, projected

Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.

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

Benefits

Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized

General NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.

Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).

Asset Limits Not assessed.

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

Benefits

Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters)

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year

General 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.

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

Benefits

Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized

General NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

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

Benefits

Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

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.

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits

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

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General 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

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Is The North Ward Center in a walkable area?

The North Ward Center has a walk score of 81. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of The North Ward Center?

According to NJ state health department records, The North Ward Center's license number is YG153X.

When does The North Ward Center's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, The North Ward Center's license expires on September 30, 2026.

Are pets allowed at The North Ward Center?

No, The North Ward Center has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of The North Ward Center?

Ms. ROSANGELA PETINATI is the administrator of The North Ward Center.

How many beds does The North Ward Center have?

The North Ward Center has 120 beds.

Has The North Ward Center had any deficiencies?

The North Ward Center has no reported deficiencies according to records from New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH).

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