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Best Nursing Homes in New Brunswick, NJ

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026

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

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Runnells Care 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).

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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Berkeley Heights (Watchung Way)
300
Facility 300
NJ AVG 152
Rank #10 / 562
83.7%
Facility 83.7%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #199 / 493
+9%
4.96
Facility 4.96
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #22 / 274
+87%+28%
$5.2k
Facility $5.2k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #154 / 276
26
Facility 26
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #203 / 276
4.3
Facility 4.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #106 / 276
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 1.1
246
15
Facility 15
NJ AVG 50
Rank #558 / 640
Avraham Rosenberg
$33.3M
Facility $33.3M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #24 / 272
$19.6M
Facility $19.6M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #11 / 272
58.9%
Facility 58.9%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #49 / 272
315009
Rose Mountain Care 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).

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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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.

New Brunswick
112
Facility 112
NJ AVG 152
Rank #314 / 562
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #287 / 493
-3%
4.57
Facility 4.57
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #36 / 274
+10%+18%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 276
40
Facility 40
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #261 / 276
10.0
Facility 10.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #268 / 276
-
Facility -
NJ AVG 1.1
87
25
Facility 25
NJ AVG 50
Rank #477 / 640
Rose Mountain Care Center, Inc.
$10.4M
Facility $10.4M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #234 / 272
$6.2M
Facility $6.2M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #231 / 272
60.1%
Facility 60.1%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #40 / 272
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Runnells Care Center

40 Watchung Way, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Overview of Runnells Care Center

Located in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, Runnells Care Center is an exceptional community offering comprehensive care services, including short-term sub-acute, long-term care, a specialized dementia unit, and hospice care. Situated on a breathtaking 35-acre campus with lush greenery and magnificent outdoor gardens, the community provides a serene environment for healing. Runnells’ commitment to nurturing mind, body, and spirit is evident in their dedication to providing the highest quality medical care with the help of their dedicated team of professionals.

Runnells Care Center’s mission is to make residents and their families feel like a part of their own family, ensuring a warm and inviting atmosphere. The community features luxurious amenities such as spacious, elegantly appointed suites with orthopedic units, flat-screen cable TVs, WiFi, and temperature controls. Residents can also enjoy a state-of-the-art fitness center, therapy gyms, and on-site beauty services, setting a new standard in luxury healthcare.

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Overview of Rose Mountain Care Center

Rose Mountain Care Center, located in New Brunswick, NJ, is a senior living community dedicated to providing an integrative approach to treatment and healing the mind, body, and soul. The community offers various senior living options, including short-term stays, sub-acute, and long-term care. With a team of dedicated staff available around the clock, Rose Mountain Care Center ensures that each resident receives the compassionate care they deserve.

Rose Mountain Care Center aims to create a warm and caring atmosphere, supported by a team of physicians, therapists, social workers, dietitians, and volunteers dedicated to delivering the highest level of care. Rose Mountain also provides various amenities for residents’ entertainment and enjoyment, including a meditation room, family lounge, private suites, billiards room, library, flat-screen TVs, state-of-the-art rehab center, free phone service, formal dining area, free WiFi, beauty salon/barber shop, and an Asian cultural program.

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Francis E Parker Memorial Home

501 Easton Ave At Landing Lane, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Overview of Francis E Parker Memorial Home

Francis E Parker Memorial Home is a 52-bed Long Term Care Facility at 501 Easton Avenue at Landing Lane, New Brunswick, Middlesex County, New Jersey. Administrated by Ms. Caralee Dill and owned by Francis E. Parker Memorial Home Board of Trustees, the facility is licensed (License Number 061206) with active status through August 31, 2026. Francis E Parker Memorial Home offers a range of services including nursing care, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services.

Francis E Parker Memorial Home is a moderately sized community balancing personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. The facility has an occupancy rate of 83 percent (43 occupied beds of 52 total), higher than the New Jersey average of 77 percent. The facility offers Rehabilitation Services with 8 additional services including Nursing Care, Post Hospital Rehabilitation, Outpatient Rehabilitation, Adult Day Services, Home and Community Based Services, Senior Care Coordination, Health and Wellness, and Child Day Care. Dorvie Concierge Services available. The facility is committed to providing person-centered care.

The New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing conducted one total inspection. The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025, was a review of the facility’s privacy practices and identified no deficiencies. Earlier inspections, including the annual survey on September 16, 2021, and a complaint investigation on March 3, 2021, also found the facility in compliance with applicable standards. The complaint investigation involved a specific complaint determined to be unsubstantiated. No fines, enforcement actions, or license issues were listed in available reports. The inspection history shows consistent compliance with regulatory requirements over time.

Francis E Parker Memorial Home is suited for residents requiring long-term care, nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care services, and those needing comprehensive skilled care.

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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 New Brunswick, 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 3 nursing homes in New Brunswick, NJ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, 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.