Page 15 of Best Nursing Homes in New Jersey

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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.3/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Jersey. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Jersey. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Jersey. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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

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

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. It is not a government rating. A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The New Jersey average is: 51.1% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Careone At New Milford
NH
MC
RC
SNF
New Milford
236
Facility 236
NJ AVG 143
Rank #28 / 303
74.6%
Facility 74.6%
NJ AVG 81.4%
Rank #202 / 270
-8%
3.02
Facility 3.02
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #266 / 283
C- 0%-22%
$15.3k
Facility $15.3k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #190 / 288
31
Facility 31
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #234 / 287
6.2
Facility 6.2
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #242 / 287
1176-
72
Facility 72
NJ AVG 51
Rank #91 / 325
800 River Rd. Operating Co. L L C
$23.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $23.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #50 / 256
$13.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #29 / 256
57%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #61 / 256
315306
Total Rehab at Moorestown
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Moorestown
124
Facility 124
NJ AVG 143
Rank #157 / 303
--
2.96
Facility 2.96
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #266 / 283
B+ +27%-24%
$25.1k
Facility $25.1k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #205 / 288
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #62 / 287
4.3
Facility 4.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #56 / 287
-2-
39
Facility 39
NJ AVG 51
Rank #209 / 325
Total Rehab Moorestown
$23.9MFiscal year ending 01/2024
Facility $23.9MFiscal year ending 01/2024
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #43 / 256
$9.1MFiscal year ending 01/2024
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 01/2024
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #89 / 256
38.1%Fiscal year ending 01/2024
Facility 38.1%Fiscal year ending 01/2024
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #212 / 256
315517
AristaCare at Cedar Oaks
NH
MC
SNF
South Plainfield
230
Facility 230
NJ AVG 143
Rank #32 / 303
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
NJ AVG 81.4%
Rank #107 / 270
+9%
3.31
Facility 3.31
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #205 / 283
C +35%-15%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 288
20
Facility 20
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #193 / 287
5.0
Facility 5.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #141 / 287
2203-
40
Facility 40
NJ AVG 51
Rank #205 / 325
-
$25.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $25.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #38 / 256
$14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #20 / 256
55.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 55.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #67 / 256
315214
CareOne at Madison Avenue
NH
RC
SNF
Morristown
178
Facility 178
NJ AVG 143
Rank #90 / 303
61.5%
Facility 61.5%
NJ AVG 81.4%
Rank #244 / 270
-24%
3.83
Facility 3.83
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #107 / 283
B- -45%-1%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 288
21
Facility 21
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #156 / 287
7.0
Facility 7.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #229 / 287
-110-
44
Facility 44
NJ AVG 51
Rank #189 / 325
-
$15.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #141 / 256
$10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #48 / 256
68.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 68.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #23 / 256
315488
Optima Care Harborview
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Jersey City (The Heights)
180
Facility 180
NJ AVG 143
Rank #68 / 303
71.1%
Facility 71.1%
NJ AVG 81.4%
Rank #215 / 270
-13%
3.08
Facility 3.08
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #253 / 283
C+ -28%-21%
$13.7k
Facility $13.7k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #186 / 288
32
Facility 32
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #107 / 287
6.4
Facility 6.4
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #107 / 287
-128-
92
Facility 92
NJ AVG 51
Rank #19 / 325
Optima Care Harborview
$17.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #124 / 256
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #242 / 256
17.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 17.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #244 / 256
315310
Complete Care At Fair Lawn Edge
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Paterson
180
Facility 180
NJ AVG 143
Rank #68 / 303
85.6%
Facility 85.6%
NJ AVG 81.4%
Rank #139 / 270
+5%
3.83
Facility 3.83
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #107 / 283
B+ -51%-1%
$10.0k
Facility $10.0k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #180 / 288
26
Facility 26
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #193 / 287
6.5
Facility 6.5
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #259 / 287
1154-
75
Facility 75
NJ AVG 51
Rank #80 / 325
Complete Care At Fair Lawn Edge
$15.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #143 / 256
$8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #115 / 256
51.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #91 / 256
315331
AristaCare at Parkside
NH
MC
SNF
Linden
240
Facility 240
NJ AVG 143
Rank #23 / 303
--
3.62
Facility 3.62
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #146 / 283
C- -12%-7%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 288
23
Facility 23
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #180 / 287
5.8
Facility 5.8
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #180 / 287
111-
75
Facility 75
NJ AVG 51
Rank #80 / 325
Linden Garden Estates LLC
$21.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #58 / 256
$11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #47 / 256
52.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #83 / 256
315200
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview
NH
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Ocean View
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 143
Rank #169 / 303
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
NJ AVG 81.4%
Rank #135 / 270
+5%
4.51
Facility 4.51
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #45 / 283
B- -64%+16%
$28.7k
Facility $28.7k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 288
22
Facility 22
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #166 / 287
3.7
Facility 3.7
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #78 / 287
-103-
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 51
Rank #290 / 325
Autumn Lake Healthcare At Oceanview
$14.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #170 / 256
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #165 / 256
48.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #140 / 256
315179
Family Of Caring Healthcare At Tenafly, Llc
NH
AL
HOS
RC
SNF
Tenafly
69
Facility 69
NJ AVG 143
Rank #259 / 303
79.7%
Facility 79.7%
NJ AVG 81.4%
Rank #179 / 270
-2%
3.51
Facility 3.51
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #162 / 283
B+ -1%-9%
$4.9k
Facility $4.9k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #177 / 288
18
Facility 18
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #107 / 287
6.0
Facility 6.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #265 / 287
-55-
84
Facility 84
NJ AVG 51
Rank #50 / 325
Family Of Caring Healthcare At Tenafly, LLC
$10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #222 / 256
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #215 / 256
50.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #105 / 256
315164
Village Point
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Monroe Township
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 143
Rank #169 / 303
75.8%
Facility 75.8%
NJ AVG 81.4%
Rank #194 / 270
-7%
4.51
Facility 4.51
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #45 / 283
- +46%+16%
$237.5k
Facility $237.5k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #233 / 288
15
Facility 15
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #68 / 287
3.8
Facility 3.8
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #126 / 287
291-
18
Facility 18
NJ AVG 51
Rank #274 / 325
Springpoint At Half Acre Road, Inc
$15.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #152 / 256
$8.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #101 / 256
57.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #57 / 256
315269

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Overview of Careone at New Milford

Careone at New Milford is a 236-bed skilled nursing home on River Road with easy access to local services in New Milford, New Jersey. Owned by THCI of New Jersey, it accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to give families multiple ways to obtain coverage for short-term rehabilitation and longer stays. The home runs at a 75 percent occupancy rate, with residents staying 150 days on average. That mix reflects its focus on post-acute rehabilitation alongside long-term care.

Clinically, the facility provides rehabilitation services, respite care, palliative and hospice programs, and connections to long-term acute care hospitals for medically complex occupants. Total nursing care averages 3 hours 1 minute per resident day, anchored by registered nurses spending about 29 minutes per resident daily and nursing aides providing 1 hour 41 minutes of diligent care. The surrounding neighborhood scores 72 for walkability, so the area and most errands are walkable for visiting families. The home sits in a really walkable pocket of the region. Everyday life centers on dining and activities. Careone at New Milford operates a culinary program highlighting fine dining. Residents can access wide amenities like an activity and game room, beauty salon and barber shop, family visiting rooms, lounge areas, an outdoor patio and courtyard, physical therapy and rehabilitation rooms, and a private dining room for special occasions or family gatherings.

State inspections have raised concerns in a few areas, spanning staffing adequacy, infection control practices, medication management, and care planning. Families should ask Careone at New Milford directly about how such matters are managed daily.

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Total Rehab at Moorestown

212 Marter Ave, Moorestown, NJ 08057
Overview of Total Rehab at Moorestown

Enjoy a hotel-like recovery experience at Total Rehab at Moorestown, a state-of-the-art community in Moorestown, NJ, offering comprehensive recovery and medical services. The community provides coordinated, individualized care, incorporating various services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies, wound care & pain management, respite and palliative care, and other specialized services. A team of highly skilled professionals works closely with seniors and their families to create a regimen that perfectly aligns with their needs.

Committed to delivering an exceptional recovery experience in a hotel-like environment, Total Rehab features 124 beautifully appointed suites designed to provide optimum functionality and comfort. Residents enjoy using state-of-the-art, modality-based therapy equipment and a broad range of amenities for their wellness and enjoyment. Amenities include an immersive movie theater, advanced gym, salon and spa services, elegant lounge areas for socialization and relaxation, and various religious, educational, cultural, and social activities to keep residents engaged and entertained.

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AristaCare at Cedar Oaks

1311 Durham Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
Overview of AristaCare at Cedar Oaks

AristaCare at Cedar Oaks is a trusted nursing home in South Plainfield, NJ, that offers comprehensive care options, including long-term care, memory care, and rehabilitation. With its nurturing environment, older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay. 24-hour care, daily activities, and laundry services are among the high-quality services provided to help residents live a worry-free retirement. Through a resident-centered approach, the community ensures residents can recover with ease.

Mind-stimulating games, social events, and exciting trips ensure residents can remain active and well-connected. A beauty salon, state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment, and a spacious dining room also allow residents to interact with friends and maintain holistic wellness. Surrounded by local amenities and leisure sites, the community guarantees comfort and convenience. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in New Jersey, as it has exceptional standards of care that aim to help older adults live comfortably in retirement.

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Overview of CareOne at Madison Avenue

CareOne at Madison Avenue in Morristown, New Jersey, provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, and respite care. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 178 beds, so residents live alongside a larger group of residents, staff, and programming. Private rooms give each resident a single private living space.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 50 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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Overview of Optima Care Harborview

Optima Care Harborview occupies a stretch of Ogden Avenue in The Heights, one of Jersey City’s more walkable neighborhoods, with a Walk Score of 92. Jersey City Medical Center is 1.7 miles away. For a nursing home, the location is genuinely convenient: families in Hudson County can get there without a car, and emergency access to a major hospital is close.

The 180-bed facility handles nursing home care, memory care, hospice and palliative care, and respite care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted. At the moment, 128 of the 180 beds are filled, putting occupancy at 71%. The average length of stay is 120 days, and the current census runs heavily toward Medicaid residents.

Clinical depth is one of the facility’s more notable features. Alongside the standard short-term rehab and long-term nursing tracks, the service list includes stroke and cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary rehab for COPD, wound care, IV therapy, orthopedic rehab, trach rehab, LifeVest care, hospice and palliative care, and a dedicated veterans care program. A physician is available around the clock. Total nursing care runs 3 hours and 48 minutes per resident per day, with RNs providing 42 minutes of that.

State inspections have touched on themes including emergency preparedness, staffing and staff credentials, dietary and food service, and resident rights and protections.

On the amenity side, the facility offers beauty services, concierge services, pet therapy, pastoral services, therapeutic recreation, yoga and Tai Chi, computer classes, and horticulture. The activity calendar covers coffee and tea socials, birthday and holiday celebrations, and special events and performances. An Active Resident Council meets regularly, per CMS records. Ms. Patricia Celecki is the Administrator.

For families navigating nursing home placement in Hudson County, Optima Care Harborview offers a clinically broad service menu, a walkable urban address with hospital proximity, and access to all three major payer pathways.

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Overview of Complete Care at Fair Lawn Edge

Complete Care at Fair Lawn Edge, a renowned nursing home facility located in Paterson, New Jersey, takes pride in cultivating robust relationships with residents and staff. The leadership’s recurring on-site visits and a hands-on approach foster a loyal and approachable environment, creating a sense of family within the facility.

Recognizing the tiny facets that invigorate spirits and spark optimism, Complete Care at Fair Lawn Edge features well-furnished private and semi-private rooms complemented with a wealth of amenities. The facility ensures superior patient health and well-being by providing free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and individually controlled air conditioning and heating, along with a host of recreational and practical features like cultural activities, group outings, an on-site beauty salon/barbershop, and educational activities. This immersive community experience, characterized by personalized care and a secure environment, has positioned Complete Care at Fair Lawn Edge as a leading choice among nursing home facilities.

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AristaCare at Parkside

400 W Stimpson Ave, Linden, NJ 07036
Overview of AristaCare at Parkside

AristaCare at Parkside is a skilled nursing and memory care facility in Linden, NJ, offering nursing home care, respite care, and short term rehabilitation. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care supports a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover, and post hospital rehabilitation gives residents a setting for recovery after a hospital stay.

The community has 240 beds. Its larger resident population comes with more staff and usually more programming. Private and semi private rooms are available, with a private room serving one resident and a semi private room providing shared accommodations. The combination of care pathways may be a good fit for a family seeking skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, or short term caregiver relief in one facility.

AristaCare at Parkside has a Walk Score of 75, and the area is very walkable, so most errands can be completed on foot. Nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes may be reachable by walking for a resident who no longer drives, supporting independent outings.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 37 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Mr. Moshe Rosenblatt serves as administrator, and Linden Garden Estates operates the facility.

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Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview

Located between Atlantic City and Cape May, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview is a premier nursing center along the Jersey Shore. This skilled nursing community proudly presents an exclusive assisted living program, ensuring residents receive proper attention and care. They offer sub-acute rehabilitation and renowned excellence in long-term care, and provide 24/7 skilled nursing for a wide range of complex medical conditions. In addition, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview also provides premier assisted living accommodations on the same campus.

Autumn Lake at Oceanview is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name while offering non-healthcare-related services. Conveniently located with easy access to local hospitals, the facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, most insurances, and private pay, providing flexibility and support to its residents and their families.

 

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview is an independently owned and operated healthcare center that is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name and receive non-healthcare related services. All healthcare-related services are provided solely by Autumn Lake  Healthcare at Oceanview.

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Overview of Family of Caring Healthcare at Tenafly

Family of Caring Healthcare at Tenafly is a 69-bed nursing home in Tenafly, New Jersey, owned by Asher Jacobs. The home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several ways to cover both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. It currently runs at about 80 percent occupancy, with 55 of its 69 beds filled.

Clinically, the facility is built around rehabilitation and recovery. Programs include post-surgical rehab therapy, subacute rehabilitation, orthopedic services, and a transitional care track aimed at getting residents home after a hospital stay. There’s also a dedicated cardiac and pulmonary recovery program and stroke recovery services, along with a restorative nursing program for residents working to regain or maintain function. For those needing more specialized support, the home offers Alzheimer’s and dementia care as well as hospice care and comfort services.

Daily hands-on care is a significant part of life here, with total nursing care averaging roughly 3 hours and 54 minutes per resident each day, supported by 24-hour staffing. That level of coverage reflects a setting built for residents who need consistent clinical attention, not just custodial support.

State inspections of the home have most often centered on medication administration, care-plan documentation, infection control practices, and staff training, with at least one review period finding the home in compliance with recommended infection-control standards. Families touring the home can ask staff how these areas are monitored and maintained.

Outside of clinical care, residents have access to wireless internet throughout the building, full-service beauty and barber services, and weekly manicures, along with daily newspaper delivery. The home sits in a very walkable part of Tenafly, scoring 84 out of 100, so nearby errands and short outings are easy to manage on foot, which can also make visiting simpler for family members without a car.

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Village Point

Three David Brainerd Drive, Monroe Township, NJ 08831
Overview of Village Point

Three David Brainerd Drive sits in a stretch of Monroe Township, New Jersey where a car is more useful than a pair of walking shoes. Walk Score puts the area at 18, car-dependent territory. Village Point, a 120-bed nursing home, offers skilled nursing, memory care, and respite care from that address.

Right now 91 of the 120 beds are filled, a 76% occupancy rate. Residents tend not to stay long. The average length of stay runs about 90 days, which points toward post-acute recovery and short-term rehab rather than a permanent home. That reading matches the services on offer: rehabilitation care and short-term rehab sit alongside 24-hour staffing, and nursing coverage stacks registered nurses, LPNs, and nurse aides for a combined average of about four and a half hours of nursing care per resident each day.

A Senior Health Services program runs alongside the rehab offerings, and the property includes a sensory garden. Dining service is available to residents. On the financial side, Village Point takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, which covers most of the ways families end up paying for a stay like this.

Inspections here have tended to circle familiar ground: medication management, infection control, dietary service, and how well care gets documented and planned, plus the emergency preparedness measures every nursing home is expected to maintain.

Put the short average stay next to the rehab-heavy service list, and Village Point reads like a facility built around the bridge between hospital and home, not a long-term address.

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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
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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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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
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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
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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
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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 Jersey

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 333 nursing homes in New Jersey. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in New Jersey?

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 Jersey, 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 Jersey?

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.