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Best Nursing Homes in New Jersey

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 647 homes in New Jersey

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

74 facilities compared · CMS & NJ Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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New Jersey Eastern Star
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Nursing

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.

Bridgewater (Finderne)
82
85.4%
Facility 85.4%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #179 / 273
+11%
4.47
Facility 4.47
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #46 / 272
-34% +15%
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1
9
Facility 9
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #35 / 274
4.5
Facility 4.5
NJ AVG 5.3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1.1
74 A+
50
Facility 50
NJ AVG 46
Rank #42 / 91
New Jersey Eastern Star Home For The Aged Inc
$10.8M
Facility $10.8M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #235 / 269
$4.9M
Facility $4.9M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #196 / 269
45.7%
Facility 45.7%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #25 / 269
315419
Broadway House for Continuing 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.

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.

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).

Newark (Mount Pleasant/Lower Broadway)
78
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #90 / 273
+8%
4.60
Facility 4.60
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #38 / 272
-52% +19%
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #54 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
NJ AVG 5.3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1.1
70 -
86
Facility 86
NJ AVG 46
Rank #8 / 91
Ammiano, Anthony
$13.6M
Facility $13.6M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #224 / 269
$4.6M
Facility $4.6M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #209 / 269
33.7%
Facility 33.7%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #65 / 269
315343
CareOne at Livingston
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.

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.

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).

Livingston (Passaic Avenue)
76
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #258 / 273
-1%
3.96
Facility 3.96
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #88 / 272
-53% +2%
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #111 / 274
3.4
Facility 3.4
NJ AVG 5.3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1.1
63 -
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 46
Rank #76 / 91
Care Two, Llc
$19.7M
Facility $19.7M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #120 / 269
$6.8M
Facility $6.8M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #122 / 269
34.7%
Facility 34.7%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #166 / 269
315479
Preferred Care at Mercer
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.

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).

Ewing Township (Fernwood)
100
81.0%
Facility 81.0%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #75 / 273
+5%
3.37
Facility 3.37
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #184 / 272
-19% -13%
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1
14
Facility 14
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #73 / 274
3.5
Facility 3.5
NJ AVG 5.3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1.1
90 -
64
Facility 64
NJ AVG 46
Rank #29 / 91
Preferred Care At Mercer Llc
$15.5M
Facility $15.5M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #184 / 269
$4.9M
Facility $4.9M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #197 / 269
31.6%
Facility 31.6%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #174 / 269
315487
The Meadows at Lawrence -
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.

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).

Lawrence Township
98
-
Facility -
NJ AVG 77%
-
-
Facility -
NJ AVG 3.88
- - - - -
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 20.9
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 5.3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1.1
- -
23
Facility 23
NJ AVG 46
Lawrence Assisted Living Llc
-
Facility -
NJ AVG $19.6M
-
Facility -
NJ AVG $7.1M
-
Facility -
NJ AVG 39.3%
-
Fellowship Village
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.

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.

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).

Basking Ridge
67
86.6%
Facility 86.6%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #60 / 273
+12%
5.83
Facility 5.83
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #10 / 272
+55% +50%
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #1 / 274
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 5.3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1.1
58 -
25
Facility 25
NJ AVG 46
Rank #60 / 91
Lawrence, Brian
$67.1M
Facility $67.1M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #4 / 269
$19.8M
Facility $19.8M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #6 / 269
29.5%
Facility 29.5%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #148 / 269
315356
Peace Care St. Ann‘s
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.

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.

Jersey City (Greenville)
120
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #35 / 273
+15%
4.07
Facility 4.07
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #71 / 272
+184% +5%
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #54 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
NJ AVG 5.3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1.1
111 -
86
Facility 86
NJ AVG 46
Rank #8 / 91
Peace Care Inc
$24.2M
Facility $24.2M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #82 / 269
$7.2M
Facility $7.2M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #107 / 269
29.7%
Facility 29.7%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #180 / 269
315413
Preferred Care at Old Bridge
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).

Old Bridge
140
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #75 / 273
+21%
3.70
Facility 3.70
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #134 / 272
-45% -5%
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 1
Rank #1 / 131
15
Facility 15
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #86 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
NJ AVG 5.3
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 1.1
Rank #77 / 132
116 -
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 46
Rank #79 / 91
Ob Investor Llc
$20.1M
Facility $20.1M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #113 / 269
$7.1M
Facility $7.1M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #109 / 269
35.4%
Facility 35.4%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #154 / 269
315321
Shore Pointe Care Center
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.

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).

Eatontown
178
73.6%
Facility 73.6%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #102 / 273
-4%
4.41
Facility 4.41
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #49 / 272
+83% +14%
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 1
Rank #1 / 131
26
Facility 26
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #203 / 274
6.5
Facility 6.5
NJ AVG 5.3
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 1.1
Rank #77 / 132
135 -
35
Facility 35
NJ AVG 46
Rank #52 / 91
Gateway Care Center, Llc
$16.4M
Facility $16.4M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #160 / 269
$8.1M
Facility $8.1M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #76 / 269
49.3%
Facility 49.3%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #24 / 269
315177
Preferred Care At Wall
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).

Allenwood (Hospital Road)
135
90.4%
Facility 90.4%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #30 / 273
+17%
3.71
Facility 3.71
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #134 / 272
-43% -4%
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #48 / 274
2.8
Facility 2.8
NJ AVG 5.3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1.1
119 -
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 46
Rank #91 / 91
Preferred Care Holdings, Llc
$22.7M
Facility $22.7M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #105 / 269
$4.9M
Facility $4.9M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #201 / 269
21.4%
Facility 21.4%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #250 / 269
315397
Allegria at The Fountains
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.

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.

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).

Atco
60
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #116 / 273
+17%
3.57
Facility 3.57
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #153 / 272
-78% -8%
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 1
Rank #1 / 131
10
Facility 10
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #42 / 274
3.3
Facility 3.3
NJ AVG 5.3
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 1.1
Rank #77 / 132
54 -
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 46
Rank #76 / 91
Sage Operations Nj Llc
$21.7M
Facility $21.7M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #98 / 269
$8.7M
Facility $8.7M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #58 / 269
40.1%
Facility 40.1%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #76 / 269
315297
Brighton Gardens of Edison
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.

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).

Edison (Oak Tree Road)
118
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #39 / 273
+18%
4.90
Facility 4.90
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #27 / 272
+75% +26%
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 1
Rank #1 / 131
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #111 / 274
8.5
Facility 8.5
NJ AVG 5.3
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 1.1
Rank #1 / 132
24 A+
64
Facility 64
NJ AVG 46
Rank #29 / 91
Borges, Tracey
$17.0M
Facility $17.0M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #158 / 269
$6.9M
Facility $6.9M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #119 / 269
40.4%
Facility 40.4%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #76 / 269
315351
Bartley Healthcare Nursing 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).

Jackson Township (Bennetts Mills)
234
84.6%
Facility 84.6%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #126 / 273
+10%
3.49
Facility 3.49
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #166 / 272
-24% -10%
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #54 / 274
2.4
Facility 2.4
NJ AVG 5.3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1.1
204 A+
19
Facility 19
NJ AVG 46
Rank #69 / 91
Bartley Operator Holdco Llc
$31.3M
Facility $31.3M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #25 / 269
$9.3M
Facility $9.3M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #45 / 269
29.8%
Facility 29.8%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #214 / 269
315288
Harmony Village at CareOne Valley
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.

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.

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).

Westwood
98
89.8%
Facility 89.8%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #191 / 273
+17%
3.40
Facility 3.40
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #184 / 272
-1% -12%
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 1
Rank #1 / 131
6
Facility 6
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #16 / 274
1.5
Facility 1.5
NJ AVG 5.3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 1.1
83 -
56
Facility 56
NJ AVG 46
Rank #34 / 91
Millenium Health Care Centers Ii, Llc
$23.6M
Facility $23.6M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #66 / 269
$8.1M
Facility $8.1M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #78 / 269
34.2%
Facility 34.2%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #170 / 269
315369
Riverview Estates Rehabilitation and Senior Living
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.

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.

Riverton
62
51.6%
Facility 51.6%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #215 / 273
-33%
4.87
Facility 4.87
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #27 / 272
-18% +26%
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 1
Rank #1 / 131
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #111 / 274
8.5
Facility 8.5
NJ AVG 5.3
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 1.1
Rank #1 / 132
32 -
34
Facility 34
NJ AVG 46
Rank #53 / 91
Riverview Estates Rehabilitation And Senior Living Center
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #236 / 269
$3.1M
Facility $3.1M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #237 / 269
32.9%
Facility 32.9%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #184 / 269
315448
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For over six decades, New Jersey Eastern Star Rehabilitation and Nursing, a fixture in Bridgewater, New Jersey, upholds a tradition of dignified, professional, and clinically expert care. The dedicated staff takes pride in fostering a compassionate, patient-centered environment for sub-acute and long-term care residents, aiming for thriving experiences in their enriching nursing community.

Offering specialized sub-acute treatments and long-term care options. The focus on individual care needs, community, and belonging ensures that residents receive personalized attention, creating a sense of peace and security in the capable and compassionate care of the New Jersey Eastern Star Home staff.

Overview of New Jersey Eastern Star

For over six decades, New Jersey Eastern Star Rehabilitation and Nursing, a fixture in Bridgewater, New Jersey, upholds a tradition of dignified, professional, and clinically expert care. The dedicated staff takes pride in fostering a compassionate, patient-centered environment for sub-acute and long-term care residents, aiming for thriving experiences in their enriching nursing community.

Offering specialized sub-acute treatments and long-term care options. The focus on individual care needs, community, and belonging ensures that residents receive personalized attention, creating a sense of peace and security in the capable and compassionate care of the New Jersey Eastern Star Home staff.

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Serving the area of Newark, NJ for over 25 years, Broadway House for Continuing Care is a well-established senior care provider, offering outstanding short- and long-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing services for residents recovering from an acute illness or injury. The community provides a wide range of care services, including medical, social, and spiritual support, as well as their nationally recognized medical program for those living with HIV/AIDS. Recognized as Best Nursing Home by the U.S. News and World Report, the community proves its excellence in providing exceptional care that foster fast recovery and healing.

Dedicated to helping its residents go back to living independently, the community features a dedicated care team trained to provide compassionate care and support. With its trusted partnership with a renowned academic healthcare center, Broadway House residents guarantee seamless access to excellent doctors and services in New Jersey’s best medical facilities. Committed to helping the most vulnerable in the area, the community proves not only its excellence in care but its dedication to compassion and helping those in need.

Overview of Broadway House for Continuing Care

Serving the area of Newark, NJ for over 25 years, Broadway House for Continuing Care is a well-established senior care provider, offering outstanding short- and long-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing services for residents recovering from an acute illness or injury. The community provides a wide range of care services, including medical, social, and spiritual support, as well as their nationally recognized medical program for those living with HIV/AIDS. Recognized as Best Nursing Home by the U.S. News and World Report, the community proves its excellence in providing exceptional care that foster fast recovery and healing.

Dedicated to helping its residents go back to living independently, the community features a dedicated care team trained to provide compassionate care and support. With its trusted partnership with a renowned academic healthcare center, Broadway House residents guarantee seamless access to excellent doctors and services in New Jersey’s best medical facilities. Committed to helping the most vulnerable in the area, the community proves not only its excellence in care but its dedication to compassion and helping those in need.

What does this home offer?

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Accept Medicaid: Yes

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Total Residents: 78

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Tucked away in Essex County, Livingston, NJ, Careone at Livingston is a dependable senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, long-term care, respite care, and other services. 24/7 nursing care and supervision is available to ensure residents are given immediate assistance during emergencies or anytime they require care. The community also offers comfortable accommodations, meals, and assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, personal care and medication management.

Committed to fostering happy moments and joyful experiences, the community conducts a range of exciting activities and entertainment programs, including movie theaters, ice cream parlors, crafts, game rooms, music and live shows. Residents’ health needs and taste choices are prioritized with restaurant-style dining featuring the most delicious and nutrient rich meals. At Careone at Livingston, they provide an all-encompassing care that keeps residents safe, healthy and engaged.

Overview of Careone at Livingston

Tucked away in Essex County, Livingston, NJ, Careone at Livingston is a dependable senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, long-term care, respite care, and other services. 24/7 nursing care and supervision is available to ensure residents are given immediate assistance during emergencies or anytime they require care. The community also offers comfortable accommodations, meals, and assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, personal care and medication management.

Committed to fostering happy moments and joyful experiences, the community conducts a range of exciting activities and entertainment programs, including movie theaters, ice cream parlors, crafts, game rooms, music and live shows. Residents’ health needs and taste choices are prioritized with restaurant-style dining featuring the most delicious and nutrient rich meals. At Careone at Livingston, they provide an all-encompassing care that keeps residents safe, healthy and engaged.

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Total Residents: 120

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Preferred Care at Mercer is more than just a place that provides basic healthcare. They truly understand the importance of providing compassionate care to improve the lives of people in their sunset years. Just a short drive from Trenton, they offer a wide range of services including subacute rehab, long term care, respite care, and hospice care. 

Their team of dedicated professionals specializes in cardiac pulmonary and orthopedic rehab, as well as providing expert care in IV therapy and wound care. But what sets Preferred Care at Mercer apart is their unwavering commitment to treating each patient with kindness, respect, and empathy. They truly believe in the healing power of human connection and strive to make every patient feel valued and supported.

Overview of Preferred Care at Mercer

Preferred Care at Mercer is more than just a place that provides basic healthcare. They truly understand the importance of providing compassionate care to improve the lives of people in their sunset years. Just a short drive from Trenton, they offer a wide range of services including subacute rehab, long term care, respite care, and hospice care. 

Their team of dedicated professionals specializes in cardiac pulmonary and orthopedic rehab, as well as providing expert care in IV therapy and wound care. But what sets Preferred Care at Mercer apart is their unwavering commitment to treating each patient with kindness, respect, and empathy. They truly believe in the healing power of human connection and strive to make every patient feel valued and supported.

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Fellowship Village is a distinguished assisted living community that grants senior residents access to a top-tier continuum of 5-star senior care. Situated in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, this community offers Assisted Living, Memory Care services, Skilled Nursing, and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation. Additionally, Fellowship Village extends a warm welcome to direct admissions from outside the community based on availability.

Within the embrace of Fellowship Village, individuals enjoy a lifetime of access to a diverse spectrum of high-quality residential and healthcare options, all conveniently within reach. What truly distinguishes this community is the profound sense of hospitality and assurance it instills in its residents. Fellowship Village provides peace of mind by ensuring that residents will receive unwavering care and support regardless of the future. This residential Independent Living haven spans over 72 acres of exquisitely landscaped grounds, offering access to scenic walking trails, al fresco dining, and a wide array of amenities.

Overview of Fellowship Village

Fellowship Village is a distinguished assisted living community that grants senior residents access to a top-tier continuum of 5-star senior care. Situated in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, this community offers Assisted Living, Memory Care services, Skilled Nursing, and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation. Additionally, Fellowship Village extends a warm welcome to direct admissions from outside the community based on availability.

Within the embrace of Fellowship Village, individuals enjoy a lifetime of access to a diverse spectrum of high-quality residential and healthcare options, all conveniently within reach. What truly distinguishes this community is the profound sense of hospitality and assurance it instills in its residents. Fellowship Village provides peace of mind by ensuring that residents will receive unwavering care and support regardless of the future. This residential Independent Living haven spans over 72 acres of exquisitely landscaped grounds, offering access to scenic walking trails, al fresco dining, and a wide array of amenities.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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The Meadows at Lawrence shines as the definition of innovation and compassionate senior living. The clinical services offered at The Meadows at Lawrence are exceptional. From specialized wound care to bariatric care, diabetic care to pain management, and a range of nutritional and therapeutic support, residents receive top-notch care that prioritizes their well-being. Moreover, the modern cottage living and long-term care options provide residents with a comfortable and secure environment where residents can flourish.

The library is a haven for book lovers, while the inviting dining area is a hub of delicious meals and lively conversations. The patio and fireplace, state-of-the-art kitchen, and spa area also ensure residents feel rejuvenated and in their best selves. The Family Matters program keeps families updated and engaged in the care of their loved ones as well, fostering a strong and healthy connection despite being away from home.

Overview of The Meadows at Lawrence

The Meadows at Lawrence shines as the definition of innovation and compassionate senior living. The clinical services offered at The Meadows at Lawrence are exceptional. From specialized wound care to bariatric care, diabetic care to pain management, and a range of nutritional and therapeutic support, residents receive top-notch care that prioritizes their well-being. Moreover, the modern cottage living and long-term care options provide residents with a comfortable and secure environment where residents can flourish.

The library is a haven for book lovers, while the inviting dining area is a hub of delicious meals and lively conversations. The patio and fireplace, state-of-the-art kitchen, and spa area also ensure residents feel rejuvenated and in their best selves. The Family Matters program keeps families updated and engaged in the care of their loved ones as well, fostering a strong and healthy connection despite being away from home.

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Peace Care St. Ann‘s

198 Old Bergen Rd #2622, Jersey City, NJ 07305

Peace Care St. Ann’s is a nursing home in Jersey City, NJ, offering adult medical day care, long-term care, and rehabilitation. Here, older adults experience a comfortable lifestyle, accompanied by a nurturing and welcoming environment. Excellent services, including 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and medication management, are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences. Through a faith-centered approach, the community ensures residents can live independently.

Fun events, light physical activities, and recreational opportunities encourage residents to live actively and explore interests. With well-maintained amenities and spacious living areas, residents can focus on their recovery and wellness. Restaurants, shops, and bus stops are also available in the lively neighborhood of Jersey City, providing residents with quick access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in New Jersey, as it has high standards of care.

Overview of Peace Care St. Ann‘s

Peace Care St. Ann’s is a nursing home in Jersey City, NJ, offering adult medical day care, long-term care, and rehabilitation. Here, older adults experience a comfortable lifestyle, accompanied by a nurturing and welcoming environment. Excellent services, including 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and medication management, are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences. Through a faith-centered approach, the community ensures residents can live independently.

Fun events, light physical activities, and recreational opportunities encourage residents to live actively and explore interests. With well-maintained amenities and spacious living areas, residents can focus on their recovery and wellness. Restaurants, shops, and bus stops are also available in the lively neighborhood of Jersey City, providing residents with quick access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in New Jersey, as it has high standards of care.

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: 3-story

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Preferred Care at Old Bridge is an exceptional community in Old Bridge, New Jersey, offering a comprehensive continuum of clinical services aimed at helping seniors regain their mobility and return to normal lives. The community offers various services, including respite, restorative, long-term, and hospice care, overseen by dedicated and well-trained professionals.

Backed by years of experience in the healthcare industry, Preferred Care utilizes its extensive expertise and resources to deliver outstanding specialized care to individuals. The community employs the most advanced treatment techniques and technology, along with a comfortable environment for healing and individualized care plans provided by genuinely caring specialists supporting residents at every step of their recovery process.

Overview of Preferred Care at Old Bridge

Preferred Care at Old Bridge is an exceptional community in Old Bridge, New Jersey, offering a comprehensive continuum of clinical services aimed at helping seniors regain their mobility and return to normal lives. The community offers various services, including respite, restorative, long-term, and hospice care, overseen by dedicated and well-trained professionals.

Backed by years of experience in the healthcare industry, Preferred Care utilizes its extensive expertise and resources to deliver outstanding specialized care to individuals. The community employs the most advanced treatment techniques and technology, along with a comfortable environment for healing and individualized care plans provided by genuinely caring specialists supporting residents at every step of their recovery process.

What does this home offer?

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Preferred Care At Wall

2350 Hospital Rd, Allenwood, NJ 08720

Serving the beautiful community of Wall Township, New Jersey, Preferred Care at Wall is an outstanding community offering a range of continuum of clinical care, including short-term and long-term care, respite care and hospice care. To ensure residents’ recovery is as swift and comfortable as possible, the community collaborates with seniors and their families in creating individualized care plans.

Recognizing that exceptional care comes from an outstanding team, Preferred ensures that its team of professionals has the right credentials matched with their genuine compassion towards individuals. The community features a large and expansive recovery gym, cutting-edge recovery equipment, and an array of amenities to ensure residents feel comfortable at all times. At Preferred, residents enjoy a gourmet dining experience, well-appointed, bright & airy rooms, scenic gardens & courtyard, and innovative & stimulating recreation activities, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable recovery journey.

Overview of Preferred Care at Wall

Serving the beautiful community of Wall Township, New Jersey, Preferred Care at Wall is an outstanding community offering a range of continuum of clinical care, including short-term and long-term care, respite care and hospice care. To ensure residents’ recovery is as swift and comfortable as possible, the community collaborates with seniors and their families in creating individualized care plans.

Recognizing that exceptional care comes from an outstanding team, Preferred ensures that its team of professionals has the right credentials matched with their genuine compassion towards individuals. The community features a large and expansive recovery gym, cutting-edge recovery equipment, and an array of amenities to ensure residents feel comfortable at all times. At Preferred, residents enjoy a gourmet dining experience, well-appointed, bright & airy rooms, scenic gardens & courtyard, and innovative & stimulating recreation activities, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable recovery journey.

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55

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Building Type: Single story building

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Located in Eatontown, New Jersey, Shore Pointe Care Center offers a comprehensive approach to healing, focusing on the mind, body, and soul. Whether you need short-term rehabilitation, subacute care, or long-term care, their dedicated staff is available 24/7 to provide compassionate and professional attention. Shore Pointe prioritizes a holistic approach. Their team, including nurses, physicians, rehabilitation therapists, social workers, and dietitians, collaborate to create personalized care plans for each resident. The center fosters a warm and caring atmosphere, ensuring residents feel comfortable and supported. Their services cater to various needs:

Subacute Care: Ideal for those recovering from a hospital stay and needing rehabilitation before returning home.

Long-Term Care: Provides 24/7 care and support for individuals who require more assistance than assisted living facilities offer.

Memory Care: Their dedicated Memory Support community caters to the specific needs of residents with dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other memory impairments.

Shore Pointe Care Center welcomes you to explore their services and experience their commitment to providing the highest level of care for your loved ones.

Overview of Shore Pointe Care Center

Located in Eatontown, New Jersey, Shore Pointe Care Center offers a comprehensive approach to healing, focusing on the mind, body, and soul. Whether you need short-term rehabilitation, subacute care, or long-term care, their dedicated staff is available 24/7 to provide compassionate and professional attention. Shore Pointe prioritizes a holistic approach. Their team, including nurses, physicians, rehabilitation therapists, social workers, and dietitians, collaborate to create personalized care plans for each resident. The center fosters a warm and caring atmosphere, ensuring residents feel comfortable and supported. Their services cater to various needs:

Subacute Care: Ideal for those recovering from a hospital stay and needing rehabilitation before returning home.

Long-Term Care: Provides 24/7 care and support for individuals who require more assistance than assisted living facilities offer.

Memory Care: Their dedicated Memory Support community caters to the specific needs of residents with dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other memory impairments.

Shore Pointe Care Center welcomes you to explore their services and experience their commitment to providing the highest level of care for your loved ones.

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

  • Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
  • Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
  • Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
  • Health deficiencies and regulatory history
  • Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

  • Nurse hours per patient per day
  • Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
  • Administrative stability and ownership quality
  • Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

  • Year built or renovated
  • Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
  • Revenue per bed
  • Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.