Care One At Wayne – Alr | Assisted Living in Wayne, NJ

Q: What neighborhood is Care One At Wayne – Alr in?

Care One At Wayne – Alr is in the Packanack Lake neighborhood of Wayne.

Q: Who is the owner of Care One At Wayne – Alr?

Care One At Wayne – Alr is legally operated by 493 Black Oak Ridge Road, LLC, and administered by Ms. LOUISA DEL CORPO.

Q: Is Care One At Wayne – Alr in a walkable area?

Care One At Wayne – Alr has a walk score of 24. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Q: What is the license number of Care One At Wayne – Alr?

According to NJ state health department records, Care One At Wayne – Alr's license number is VQXWIZ.

Q: When does Care One At Wayne – Alr's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Care One At Wayne – Alr's license expires on March 31, 2027.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Care One At Wayne – Alr?

Care One At Wayne – Alr's occupancy is 85%.

Q: Are pets allowed at Care One At Wayne – Alr?

No, Care One At Wayne – Alr has a no-pet policy.

Overview of Care One at Wayne – Alr

Careone at Wayne operates a 101-bed nursing facility handling the medical complexity of short-term rehabilitation and ongoing skilled nursing care. The resident mix reflects this mission: average stays hover around 23 days, occupancy sits at 86%, and most patients cycle through for recovery rather than permanent residence.

Staffing runs deep for a nursing operation. Registered nurses provide 57 minutes of direct care per resident daily. Nurse aides add 2 hours and 14 minutes. The total nursing footprint across all roles hits 3 hours and 6 minutes per resident per day, which is meaningful volume in the skilled-nursing space.

Rehabilitation takes the lead with physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy working with patients post-surgery or post-stroke. Respite care sits in the mix for families needing temporary placement. The facility also runs palliative and hospice services, which means it handles end-of-life care and serious-illness support alongside its acute rehab focus.

The dining program breaks from the nursing-home norm: restaurant-style service, gourmet preparation, not the standardized trays you’d expect. Residents have actual apartments, not rooms, which matters for dignity during a stay. A library and movie theater offer structured leisure. Sensory therapy gets deployed during recovery periods, which some residents find stabilizing.

The neighborhood outside the building is frankly car-dependent (Walk Score 24). Wayne is suburban Essex County territory. If a family visits regularly, they’re driving. There’s no walkable streetscape to explore on foot, no coffee shops a resident could hypothetically visit on their own. For a short-stay or post-acute population, that’s often immaterial. For families making the commute, it’s a logistics question.

From a payment standpoint, the facility takes Medicare and private pay. This covers most pathways for placement. Inspection history runs six years back and shows no deficiencies on the most recent visit. Earlier surveys flagged staffing ratios, medication processes, infection control, and fire safety code issues as recurring themes. The clean bill on the latest survey, against that backdrop, suggests the facility has moved on those compliance gaps.

Careone at Wayne presents a facility that pours significant resources into its staffing volume and high-end sensory amenities while simultaneously navigating a messy historical data trail of systemic compliance gaps that only a very recent, pristine survey has begun to officially reconcile.

Facility Direct Line (973) 692-9500

87-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 24 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

85%

Higher than the New Jersey average: 77%

Occupied beds

74 / 87

Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence

StatusActive

ExpirationMarch 31, 2027

License NumberVQXWIZ

CMS Certification Number315477

Care One At Wayne – Alr is administered by Ms. Louisa Del Corpo.

Owner Name493 Black Oak Ridge Road, LLC

Officers

Des 2009 Gst Trust, Des Holding CO INC, Daniel Straus, Daniel E Straus Des-c 2009 Grat

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Home Care

Palliative & Hospice Care

Pets not allowed

Gourmet Food

Library

Movie Theater

Private Apartments

Restaurant-Style Dining

Sensory Therapy

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 4 deficiencies 6 inspections 4 complaint investigations

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 2023 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.	4	18	This facility has 78% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (4 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 78% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	0.7	2	This facility has 65% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0.7 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 65% better

Deficiency breakdown

1 Routine deficiencies NJ avg: 18.0

3 Complaint deficiencies NJ avg: 5.0

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.	6	9	This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (6 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer
Inspections with deficiencies Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.	1	22	This facility has 95% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 22).↓ 95% better
Inspection deficiency rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.	17%	244%	This facility has 227 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (17% vs. NJ avg 244%).↓ 227% better
Routine inspections Scheduled licensing inspections conducted on a regular cycle, separate from visits triggered by a complaint.	2	4	This facility has had 50% fewer routine inspections than the New Jersey average (2 vs. NJ avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators.	4	3	This facility has 33% more complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (4 vs. NJ avg 3).↑ 33% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

February 27, 2024 complaint investigation found the facility in substantial compliance with infection control and COVID-19 regulations after reviewing three complaints.
April 17, 2024 renovation survey found one deficiency for failing to provide audio and visual fire alarm notification on the second floor Memory Care patio deck area.
March 9, 2023 life safety expansion survey found the facility in substantial compliance with licensure standards for increasing apartment capacity from 59 to 87.

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1.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Wayne's city center to Care One At Wayne – Alr's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.


The Bristal at Wayne	AL IL MC	Wayne (Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike)	170 Facility 170 NJ AVG 125 Rank #106 / 560	Yes	52 Facility 52 NJ AVG 47 Rank #270 / 638	Studio / 1 Bed	The Bristal At Wayne	Shannon Cord	70.6%	-	4	3 Facility 3 NJ AVG 3 Rank #204 / 390	- Facility - NJ AVG 18 Rank #1 / 383	0.0 Facility 0.0 NJ AVG 2.0 Rank #1 / 383
Sunrise of Wayne	AL HOS MC	Wayne (Berdan Avenue)	108 Facility 108 NJ AVG 125 Rank #330 / 560	Yes	57 Facility 57 NJ AVG 47 Rank #225 / 638	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	Sunrise Assisted Living Of Wayne	Ms. Lisa Onnembo	52.8%	-	3	1 Facility 1 NJ AVG 3 Rank #62 / 390	2 Facility 2 NJ AVG 18 Rank #115 / 383	0.7 Facility 0.7 NJ AVG 2.0 Rank #129 / 383
Brookdale Wayne	AL MC	Wayne (Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike)	105 Facility 105 NJ AVG 125 Rank #355 / 560	Yes	47 Facility 47 NJ AVG 47 Rank #312 / 638	2 Bed	Brookdale Wayne	Ms. Ashley Mastroianni	43.8%	A+	3	1 Facility 1 NJ AVG 3 Rank #131 / 390	- Facility - NJ AVG 18 Rank #1 / 383	0.0 Facility 0.0 NJ AVG 2.0 Rank #1 / 383
Careone At Wayne	AL MC NH	Wayne (Packanack Lake)	101 Facility 101 NJ AVG 125 Rank #366 / 560	No	24 Facility 24 NJ AVG 47 Rank #481 / 638	-	-	Ms. Leeah Develez	86.1%	-	12	0 Facility 0 NJ AVG 3 Rank #131 / 390	22 Facility 22 NJ AVG 18 Rank #251 / 383	1.8 Facility 1.8 NJ AVG 2.0 Rank #204 / 383
Care One At Wayne – Alr	AL MC NH	Wayne (Packanack Lake)	87 Facility 87 NJ AVG 125 Rank #420 / 560	No	24 Facility 24 NJ AVG 47 Rank #481 / 638	-	-	Ms. Louisa Del Corpo	85.1%	-	6	4 Facility 4 NJ AVG 3 Rank #62 / 390	1 Facility 1 NJ AVG 18 Rank #90 / 383	0.2 Facility 0.2 NJ AVG 2.0 Rank #90 / 383

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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)

What neighborhood is Care One At Wayne – Alr in?

Care One At Wayne – Alr is in the Packanack Lake neighborhood of Wayne.

Who is the owner of Care One At Wayne – Alr?

Care One At Wayne – Alr is legally operated by 493 Black Oak Ridge Road, LLC, and administered by Ms. LOUISA DEL CORPO.

Is Care One At Wayne – Alr in a walkable area?

Care One At Wayne – Alr has a walk score of 24. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Care One At Wayne – Alr?

According to NJ state health department records, Care One At Wayne – Alr's license number is VQXWIZ.

When does Care One At Wayne – Alr's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Care One At Wayne – Alr's license expires on March 31, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Care One At Wayne – Alr?

Care One At Wayne – Alr's occupancy is 85%.

Are pets allowed at Care One At Wayne – Alr?

No, Care One At Wayne – Alr has a no-pet policy.

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