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Best Nursing Homes in East Orange, NJ

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 5 homes in East Orange, NJ

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.

2 facilities compared · CMS & NJ Dept. of Health data · Updated May 2026

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Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

East Orange
122
91.8%
Facility 91.8%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #51 / 260
+19%
3.25
Facility 3.25
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #196 / 259
-33%-16%
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #102 / 261
5.7
Facility 5.7
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #166 / 261
-
Facility -
NJ AVG 1.1
115
65
Facility 65
NJ AVG 50
Rank #92 / 258
Brookhaven Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare LLC
$16.0M
Facility $16.0M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #164 / 256
$7.2M
Facility $7.2M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #101 / 256
45.1%
Facility 45.1%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #44 / 256
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Grove Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

East Orange (Ampere)
185
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #59 / 260
+18%
3.80
Facility 3.80
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #100 / 259
+7%-2%
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1
31
Facility 31
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #223 / 261
10.3
Facility 10.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #256 / 261
-
Facility -
NJ AVG 1.1
173
66
Facility 66
NJ AVG 50
Rank #90 / 258
Joseph Rosenberg
$21.8M
Facility $21.8M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #107 / 256
$8.2M
Facility $8.2M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #69 / 256
37.6%
Facility 37.6%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #81 / 256
315147
Overview of Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare has been dedicated to providing the highest standard of quality living while maintaining a level of tight-knit relationships among everyone in the community. The nursing home strives in providing excellent care in a range of specialties, even the most complex of medical conditions; residents can relax and put their trust in the staff who are committed to ensuring their speedy recovery. Brookhaven is the type of community that understands the meaning of family which is why they make it a point to promote an environment that has kindred spirits and strong friendships. 
The tightly-knit skilled nursing home is proudly results-driven– found in its state-of-the-art technology that makes for a fast recovery period. Specialized in post-acute care, stroke recovery, cardiac disorders, wound care, and post-operative care. 

Contact Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Overview of Grove Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Situated in the tranquility of East Orange, NJ, the Grove Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a vibrant community that offers subacute rehab, long-term care, and respite care services. With Allaire Health Services, a well-known institution for transformational health care, this community is led to revolutionize care delivery for its residents. The community is a premier 185-bed nursing home that is very accessible to the residents of New Jersey.

Residents can enjoy a wide range of amenities and services, including well-appointed private and semi-private suites, large flat-screen televisions, complimentary cable and wifi, spacious lounges and family areas, restaurant-style dining, dedicated patient concierge, outdoor patio, beauty and barber services, onsite laundry, religious services, monthly resident council, a full calendar of activities, and transportation and medical appointments. Thus, residents can surely acquire exceptional care and support.

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Overview of Park Crescent Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Park Crescent Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center approach its service with the understanding that its residents need a sense of healing– both physically and emotionally. As it is Essex County’s premier nursing home, the dedicated staff ensures residents are inspired to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. Families of Park Crescent and Rehabilitation Center can surely rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in good hands. 
Park Crescent is a comprehensive and flexible nursing home specializing in long-term nursing and rehabilitative care; as well as post-surgical care, memory care, respite care, and palliative care. 

Contact Park Crescent Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of 2nd Home East Orange
2nd Home East Orange is an adult medical day care center. It offers individualized care for adults with medical, nursing, social, rehabilitative, and personal needs. The center provides a warm and caring environment with various recreational activities and nutritious meals.

Contact 2nd Home East Orange

Overview of Complete Care at Orange Park
Complete Care at Orange Park offers post-acute rehabilitation programs and long-term care services in East Orange, NJ. The facility provides a range of specialized care including skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation services. Their mission is to ensure a comfortable and enriching experience for all residents.

Contact Complete Care At Orange Park

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

CMS data 5 weighted categories Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

Includes Overall Rating Health Inspection QM Rating Long-Stay QM Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Includes Nurse Hrs/Res/Day RN vs State Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes Citations Citations/Inspection Severe Citations Fines Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

Includes Occupancy vs State Avg Length of Stay Revenue Payroll % Years in Operation Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

Includes Walk Score BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in East Orange, NJ

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New Jersey?

Assisted living in New Jersey is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New Jersey Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — New Jersey Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 5 nursing homes in East Orange, NJ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in East Orange, NJ?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in East Orange, NJ, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in East Orange, NJ?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.