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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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 grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Valley View Rehabilitation And Healthcare Ctr
NH
AL
HOS
RESC
RC
SNF
Newton
31
Facility 31
NJ AVG 144
Rank #302 / 304
51.6%
Facility 51.6%
NJ AVG 81.5%
Rank #265 / 279
-37%
4.51
Facility 4.51
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #45 / 283
C+ +184%+16%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 288
28
Facility 28
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #210 / 288
9.3
Facility 9.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #270 / 288
-16-
86
Facility 86
NJ AVG 51
Rank #37 / 326
Valley View Rehabilitation And Healthcare Ctr, LLC
$1.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $1.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #256 / 256
$1.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $1.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #254 / 256
67.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 67.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #24 / 256
315409
Allaire Rehab and Nursing
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Freehold (Dutch Lane Estates)
174
Facility 174
NJ AVG 144
Rank #97 / 304
78.7%
Facility 78.7%
NJ AVG 81.5%
Rank #190 / 279
-3%
4.99
Facility 4.99
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #28 / 283
C- -60%+29%
$198.5k
Facility $198.5k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #272 / 288
33
Facility 33
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #245 / 288
3.7
Facility 3.7
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #53 / 288
9137-
21
Facility 21
NJ AVG 51
Rank #267 / 326
Allaire Healthcare Group, LLC
$31.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $31.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #14 / 256
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #103 / 256
28.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 28.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #240 / 256
315387
Complete Care At Milford Manor Llc
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
West Milford
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 144
Rank #169 / 304
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
NJ AVG 81.5%
Rank #140 / 279
+5%
2.88
Facility 2.88
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #274 / 283
B- -15%-26%
$3.6k
Facility $3.6k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #173 / 288
26
Facility 26
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #189 / 288
5.2
Facility 5.2
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #141 / 288
1103--Complete Care At Milford Manor LLC
$14.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #169 / 256
$6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #183 / 256
44%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #184 / 256
315276
Complete Care At Brakeley Park, Llc
NH
AL
HOS
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Phillipsburg
40
Facility 40
NJ AVG 144
Rank #292 / 304
47.5%
Facility 47.5%
NJ AVG 81.5%
Rank #269 / 279
-42%
3.37
Facility 3.37
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #183 / 283
? -30%-13%
$55.6k
Facility $55.6k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #235 / 288
26
Facility 26
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #189 / 288
4.3
Facility 4.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #89 / 288
219-
75
Facility 75
NJ AVG 51
Rank #80 / 326
Complete Care At Brakeley Park, LLC
$15.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #155 / 256
$6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #168 / 256
44.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #181 / 256
315316
The Atrium at Navesink Harbor
NH
HC
IL
SNF
Red Bank
43
Facility 43
NJ AVG 144
Rank #290 / 304
83.7%
Facility 83.7%
NJ AVG 81.5%
Rank #161 / 279
+3%
5.01
Facility 5.01
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #28 / 283
? +11%+29%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 288
32
Facility 32
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #235 / 288
10.7
Facility 10.7
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #280 / 288
136-
95
Facility 95
NJ AVG 51
Rank #5 / 326
Springpoint At The Atrium, Inc
$16.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $16.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #129 / 256
$5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #207 / 256
33.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 33.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #233 / 256
315515
Shore Pointe Care Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Eatontown
178
Facility 178
NJ AVG 144
Rank #92 / 304
73.6%
Facility 73.6%
NJ AVG 81.5%
Rank #210 / 279
-10%
4.01
Facility 4.01
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #80 / 283
C- +101%+3%
$135.8k
Facility $135.8k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #263 / 288
26
Facility 26
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #189 / 288
6.5
Facility 6.5
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #211 / 288
2131-
35
Facility 35
NJ AVG 51
Rank #225 / 326
Gateway Care Center LLC
$15.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #145 / 256
$9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #78 / 256
61.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #39 / 256
315177
Complete Care at Chestnut Hill
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Passaic
111
Facility 111
NJ AVG 144
Rank #217 / 304
93.7%
Facility 93.7%
NJ AVG 81.5%
Rank #47 / 279
+15%
3.06
Facility 3.06
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #253 / 283
C- -71%-21%
$41.7k
Facility $41.7k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #224 / 288
27
Facility 27
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #204 / 288
9.0
Facility 9.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #267 / 288
3104-
86
Facility 86
NJ AVG 51
Rank #37 / 326
Complete Care At Chestnut Hill, LLC
$17.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #126 / 256
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #105 / 256
51.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #87 / 256
315085
Mohawk Meadows
NH
HOS
PC
SNF
Lafayette
159
Facility 159
NJ AVG 144
Rank #108 / 304
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
NJ AVG 81.5%
Rank #61 / 279
+14%
3.29
Facility 3.29
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #205 / 283
C +13%-15%
$713.8k
Facility $713.8k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #287 / 288
21
Facility 21
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #140 / 288
4.2
Facility 4.2
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #83 / 288
3147-
16
Facility 16
NJ AVG 51
Rank #286 / 326
Bemet LLC$13.1M*Fiscal year ending 01/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$7.5M*Fiscal year ending 01/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.57%*Fiscal year ending 01/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.315044
Lawrence Rehabilitation Hospital
NH
SNF
Lawrenceville
56
Facility 56
NJ AVG 144
Rank #280 / 304
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
NJ AVG 81.5%
Rank #143 / 279
+5%
3.21
Facility 3.21
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #230 / 283
? +78%-17%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 288
38
Facility 38
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #263 / 288
12.7
Facility 12.7
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #285 / 288
-48-
54
Facility 54
NJ AVG 51
Rank #154 / 326
Lawrence Operator LLC---315127
Optima Care Fountains
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Secaucus
334
Facility 334
NJ AVG 144
Rank #6 / 304
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
NJ AVG 81.5%
Rank #146 / 279
+5%
5.28
Facility 5.28
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #19 / 283
D- -28%+36%
$51.5k
Facility $51.5k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #231 / 288
43
Facility 43
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #272 / 288
7.2
Facility 7.2
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #236 / 288
2285-
49
Facility 49
NJ AVG 51
Rank #174 / 326
Optima Care Secaucus, LLC
$29.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $29.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $17.9M
Rank #19 / 256
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $8.7M
Rank #227 / 256
15.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 15.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 51.1%
Rank #249 / 256
315476

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Overview of Valley View Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr

Valley View Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr in Newton, NJ provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, nursing care, residential care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Residents who need ongoing clinical support can receive licensed nursing through the nursing home, nursing care, and skilled nursing services. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while residential care provides a staffed setting for ongoing daily support. Hospice care addresses end of life needs, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With 31 beds, Valley View Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Rehabilitation services and rehabilitative care provide therapy focused on recovery or maintaining function. The interdisciplinary team brings multiple care roles into the care process, and total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 31 minutes per resident each day, representing the total nurse staffing time per resident across a day.

An 86 out of 100 Walk Score places the area in the very walkable band. Most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly.

Mr. Yaakov Steinberg serves as the administrator. The range of care types may make the community a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, while respite care can suit a family caregiver who needs a short stay.

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Allaire Rehab and Nursing

115 Dutch Lane Rd, Freehold, NJ 07728
Overview of Allaire Rehab and Nursing

Located on Dutch Lane Road in Freehold Township, NJ, Allaire Rehab and Nursing provides a wide range of care options including subacute rehabilitation, long-term care, palliative care, pain management, telemedicine, and respite care. Live worry-free retirement with the cozy and stunning accommodations of Allaire Rehab and Nursing, meticulously crafted for optimum comfort and security. With a team of reliable and extremely talented professionals, the community strives to deliver round-the-clock care and assistance for seniors to thrive in their healing journey.

The community conducts a jam-packed calendar of events to ensure seniors live a well-balanced lifestyle. Have an unparalleled dining experience with carefully prepared meals that cater to dietary needs and tastes. Allaire Rehab and Nursing strives to provide a haven for seniors to flourish in their golden years surrounded by a supportive environment and wonderful amenities.

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Overview of Complete Care at Milford Manor

Complete Care at Milford Manor provides nursing home, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in West Milford, NJ. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while nursing home care serves residents who need ongoing nursing support.

Hospice care focuses on comfort near the end of life, and palliative care addresses comfort and symptom support for someone living with a serious illness. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs time away, such as for travel or recovery. The range of care can suit a family seeking short term support alongside nursing, hospice, or palliative services.

Complete Care at Milford Manor has 120 beds. Post acute rehabilitation and short term rehab support recovery after illness or injury through rehabilitation services. Specialized programs include cardiac care, neuro and stroke care, pulmonary care, bariatric care, psychology and psychiatric care, geriatric care, and palliative care, giving residents care focused on these specific needs.

The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 2h 53m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Mr. Moshe Rosenblatt serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Complete Care at Brakeley Park

Complete Care at Brakely Park’s care list in Phillipsburg, NJ. runs from nursing home care to assisted living, residential care, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing.

Licensed nursing is on duty at all hours. Assisted living residents get staff time to help them with bathing, getting dressed, and taking their medication. Residential care is the ongoing supportive setting rather than a stay with an end date.

Hospice care is for the end-of-life need for comfort. Palliative care answers symptoms, while the illness behind them is otherwise being treated. Respite is a short-term stay taken up when a family’s usual caregiver has other duties to meet.

A small community is what 40 beds is here, and it is what some families are shopping for. Post-Acute Care and the Rehabilitation Program both handle the ground after a hospital stay or an illness.

Geriatric Care, Pulmonary Care, Cardiac Care, Bariatric Care, Neuro & Stroke Care, and Psychology/Psychiatric Care each run under a named program of their own. The daily nursing time for each resident amounts to 3 hours and 22 minutes.

Medicare and Medicaid are both accepted, and private pay is a third route. Courtney Petocz is the administrator. The 75 Walk Score means the area is very walkable.

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Overview of The Atrium at Navesink Harbor

The Atrium at Navesink Harbor offers independent living, home care, and nursing home and skilled nursing care in Red Bank, New Jersey. Independent living provides private living with community services rather than daily care, while home care brings support to the resident’s own living space. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, so a resident’s services can change as care needs become greater.

The community has 43 beds. Its smaller size allows residents and staff to get to know one another. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 1 minute per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time available for each resident’s care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families options that include coverage for eligible skilled nursing, Medicaid support for qualifying care, or direct payment.

A Walk Score of 95 out of 100 places the area in the walker’s paradise category, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Shuttle services provide a confirmed transportation option for community activities and appointments. On site, residents have access to a health clinic, medication management, specialized rehabilitation services, a fitness center, and LivWell wellness programming, covering health support, rehabilitation, exercise, and wellness activities within the community.

Windows on the Navesink serves restaurant inspired meals in a dining room overlooking the Navesink River. The community garden adds outdoor space, while scheduled workshops, social gatherings, and wellness classes provide structured activities. Ms. Luann DellaPietro serves as the administrator, and Springpoint At The Atrium operates the community. The Atrium at Navesink Harbor may be a good fit for a loved one who wants independent living or home care now while having skilled nursing available if greater medical support becomes necessary.

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Shore Pointe Care Center

139 Grant Ave, Eatontown, NJ 07724
Overview of Shore Pointe Care Center

Shore Pointe Care Center, located on Grant Avenue in Eatontown, New Jersey, is a long-term care community that provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. With a 178-bed capacity, it serves older adults seeking either short-term recovery or ongoing long-term care. Operated by Gateway Care Center, the community also accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay. 131 residents are currently in place, reflecting a 74% occupancy rate, with an average length of stay of 221 days.

Focusing on rehabilitation and subacute care, the community delivers an average of 4 hours and 25 minutes of nursing care per resident each day through a team of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides. Meanwhile, the surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 35, so most errands require transportation.

State inspections have also evaluated staffing, supervision, medication management, infection control, fire safety, environmental maintenance, and care planning, making these important topics for families to discuss when touring the community.

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Overview of Complete Care at Chestnut Hill

Complete Care at Chestnut Hill provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice and palliative care, and respite care in Passaic, NJ. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice and palliative care support residents with end of life or serious illness needs, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. Short term rehabilitation supports recovery after a hospitalization or illness.

These care options may suit a resident whose needs range from recovery after hospital care to ongoing nursing or end of life support. The community has 111 beds, with private suites and semi private suites available. A private suite provides a single living space, while a semi private suite accommodates residents who share their room. Rehabilitation services are available at the facility, so residents receiving care after a hospital stay can take part in therapy without arranging transportation elsewhere.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 4 minutes per resident each day, representing the total nursing time available to each resident daily. Mr. Henry Litchfield serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Mohawk Meadows

Mohawk Meadows is a nursing home in Lafayette, NJ, offering hospice care, palliative care, and skilled nursing. Residents may come for short term rehabilitation or long term nursing care, with licensed nurses available around the clock. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort for people with serious illness, including support at the end of life.

There are 159 beds, so this is a larger setting with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. With 93% occupancy, most beds are currently in use. Total nurse staffing is 3h 17m per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help eligible residents whose savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly.

Ms. Sonia Velmonte is the administrator, and Bemet operates the community. A beauty and barber salon offers grooming on site, while therapy services, cultural activities, spiritual activities, and recreation provide rehabilitation and structured ways to spend time. Mohawk Meadows may be a good fit for someone who needs short term rehabilitation, long term nursing care, or hospice or palliative support.

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Overview of Lawrence Rehabilitation Hospital

Providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, Lawrence Rehabilitation Hospital is a nursing home with 56 beds in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. The community features 24-hour staffing, providing round-the-clock access to services. Moreover, nursing services are provided for those who require ongoing clinical support.

Acute and subacute rehabilitation are also provided on an inpatient basis, along with outpatient services and therapy for people receiving rehabilitation without an inpatient stay. Its programs also include vestibular and balance rehabilitation, concussion rehabilitation, and a driver rehabilitation program, each addressing a specific rehabilitation need.

Occupancy is at 85.6%, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 13 minutes per resident each day. Additionally, a garden and patio give residents access to outdoor space, and the beauty and barber shop provides on-site grooming services. Dining includes a variety of menu selections, while activities and outings provide entertainment and socialization opportunities. Lawrence Operator operates the community, while Ms. Purti Varma serves as administrator.

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Overview of Optima Care Fountains

Optima Care Fountains approaches its service with the understanding that its residents need a sense of healing– both physically and emotionally. As Union County’s premier nursing home, the dedicated staff ensures residents are inspired to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. Families can trust that Optima Care can surely rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in good hands.

Optima Caret provides comprehensive services with 24-hour nursing; long-term care services are provided– stroke recovery, wound care, cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary rehabilitation, and IV therapy. Short-term rehabilitative services are offered as well– orthopedic rehabilitation, physical, occupational, and speech therapy. 

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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. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

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  • Updated quarterly
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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
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    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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
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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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Nursing Homes in New Jersey at a glance

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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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 327 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.