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Our editorial team analyzed 327 nursing homes in NJ using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in NJ
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.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
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 TableNH (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 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.
Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation And Nursing Ctr LLC
$12.4M*Fiscal year ending 10/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$5.7M*Fiscal year ending 10/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
45.6%*Fiscal year ending 10/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$14.3M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$9.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
67.7%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other NJ nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 327 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Excel Care at Wayne provides skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative services, and short-term respite stays in Wayne, New Jersey. Medical programs emphasize comfort-focused support for individuals managing serious illnesses, while respite stays allow primary caregivers to take temporary leave.
A therapy wing enables residents recovering from joint replacements, cardiac events, strokes, fractures, or major trauma to participate in rehabilitation without leaving the property. The 120-bed building is operated by The Gardens At Wayne Post Acute & Nursing Ctr under administrator Ms. Mira Gaba. Nurse staffing records reflect an average of 3 hours per resident each day.
Additional care offerings include specialized dementia programs, bariatric support, pain management, and tailored nutritional services. Coverage methods include Medicare for post-hospital recovery, Medicaid, and direct private pay.
Families seeking comprehensive nursing assistance or post-acute rehabilitation can contact Excel Care at Wayne to check current bed availability, explore payment structures, or set up a guided walkthrough.
Lincoln Park Care Center in Lincoln Park, New Jersey, delivers skilled nursing, memory care, nursing home care, palliative services, and hospice care. The 547-bed complex features specialized clinical initiatives, including a Specialty Nursing Care program and a Cognitive & Behavioral Health program designed for residents with specific cognitive or behavioral needs. Short-term rehabilitation supports functional recovery, while an in-ground swimming pool, outdoor gardens, benches, and swings offer areas for recreation and leisure.
Administrative oversight is led by Mr. Howard Wolf, with facility operations handled by 499 Pine Brook Operating. Daily nursing coverage averages 3 hours and 44 minutes per resident throughout the center. Situated in an area rated with a 72 walk score, the location enables convenient foot access to most local errands. Financial payment paths include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.
Interested individuals can contact Lincoln Park Care Center to gather details about admission requirements, tour the grounds, or evaluate specialized memory and nursing programs.
Overview of The Palace Rehabilitation and Care Center
The Palace Rehabilitation and Care Center is a well-recognized nursing home in Maple Shade, NJ, that offers comprehensive skilled nursing services, rehabilitation, memory care, and respite care. With its supportive and inviting environment, the community goes above and beyond to keep older adults comfortable and safe. Residents can also ease their worries with 24-hour care, social services, and rehabilitation and therapies. The community is also committed to providing the best possible care for older adults’ well-being, ensuring they can live to their potential in retirement.
Gardening, craft projects, and games are among the many activities dedicated to residents’ holistic well-being. A meditation room, a library, and a rehabilitation center are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. The community also provides an Asian Cultural Program for Asian residents. Conveniently located along Kaighns Avenue in Maple Shade, near bus stops, parks, and dining options, the community is easily accessible for visitors and families. This nursing home is a trusted option for senior living in New Jersey, especially with its wide range of care options.
Overview of Manahawkin Health and Rehabilitation Center
At 173 days average length of stay and 88% occupancy, Manahawkin Health and Rehabilitation Center in Manahawkin, New Jersey, is serving a population that tends to stay. This is not primarily a short-stay facility. The 120-bed census, with 106 beds occupied, reflects sustained demand for long-term nursing care in this part of Ocean County.
Total nursing hours reach 4 hours 57 minutes per resident per day. That aggregate includes LPN/LVNs at 52 minutes, nurse aides at 1 hour 41 minutes, and registered nurses at 11 minutes per resident per day. Rehabilitation services are on-site, with outpatient therapy also available. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families three coverage pathways.
Walk Score is 16. This is a car-dependent location on NJ-72; visiting and transport require a vehicle.
State inspections by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing have centered on medication management, care planning and documentation, staffing and staff credentials, and dietary and food service. These are the areas of regulatory focus on record.
A long-stay nursing home in a car-dependent coastal New Jersey location, accepting all three major coverage pathways: that is the factual picture of what this facility is and who it is built to serve.
Overview of Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, operating in Whiting, New Jersey since 1985, delivers round-the-clock skilled nursing, secure memory care, palliative services, and hospice support. The memory care unit maintains a safe, supervised environment designed to prevent wandering. Short-term rehabilitation and a specialized Stroke Recovery program help residents restore physical function after medical events.
Administrator Mr. Shlomo Jankelovits oversees the 200-bed campus. Clinical records show an average of 3 hours and 50 minutes of direct nursing care per resident each day. Living spaces include private and semi-private rooms, and dining options feature chef-prepared meals customized to dietary requirements.
The facility location carries a 45 walk score, making vehicular transport necessary for off-site errands. Accepted financial options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Prospective residents looking for memory care, post-stroke rehabilitation, or long-term nursing oversight can reach out to Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center to verify bed availability or tour the building.
Overview of Avalon Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Avalon Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Hamilton Square, NJ, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. Promoting a nurturing and inviting environment, the community ensures older adults’ comfort and safety. Residents can also maintain their independence with 24-hour care, housekeeping, laundry, and well-balanced meals. Through a person-centered approach to care, the community strives to provide the best possible care for residents’ recovery and rehabilitation.
Fun gatherings, exercises, and local trips ensure residents can freely connect with friends and have fun. A spacious lobby and thoughtfully furnished, private and semi-private rooms are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Located near schools and parks in Hamilton Square, the community ensures residents have a stress-free retirement. Providing high-quality services for older adults’ welfare, this nursing home is a great choice for senior living in New Jersey.
Rolling Hills Care Center is a nursing home in Lebanon, NJ, offering memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home services support long term residential care, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management.
Respite care offers a short term stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Rehabilitative therapy and post surgical care support recovery after an illness or procedure. The combination of memory care and respite care may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia who needs a secure, supervised setting, or for a family needing temporary care.
Rolling Hills Care Center has 67 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 16 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment paths for eligible care and services.
The community is administered by Mr. Daniel Krasner and operated by Rolling Hills Operations. A Walk Score of 51 places the area in the somewhat walkable category, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to make certain trips independently.
Overview of Belle Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Belle Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is an SNF operated by owner Joseph Perlow in Trenton, New Jersey. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted to give families several routes to cover care. Located on Bellevue Avenue in a moderately walkable neighborhood that scores 69 for pedestrian accessibility, it sits well-positioned for regular family visits.
The facility runs a 106-bed community with an occupancy rate around 89 percent, signaling steady demand. Occupants stay 216 days on average, indicating a mix of short-term rehabilitation and longer-term placement.
Daily nursing support totals roughly 3 hours 57 minutes per resident, paired with on-site staff: registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nursing aides to support rehabilitation and ongoing care needs. The home provides a stable setting with consistent occupancy and resident tenure, denoting continuity of care and community relationships among residents and staff.
State inspections have flagged repeating themes involving medication administration accuracy, documentation completeness, and the maintenance of proper care monitoring and cleanliness standards.
Families assessing Belle Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center should inquire directly about how operational areas are managed daily and what quality oversight is implemented.
Alaris Health at St Mary’s provides nursing home, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Orange, NJ. Nursing home and skilled nursing services support both long term residents and short term rehabilitation after a hospital stay, with licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs time away to travel or recover. Hospice care supports end of life needs, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief during serious illness.
The range of care types may be a good fit for someone whose needs may change over time or who needs posthospital rehabilitation alongside longer term care. The community has 188 beds, and total nurse staffing is 3h 59m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for eligible care and services. A Walk Score of 90 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. Mr. Eliezer Weiss serves as administrator, and South Center Street Nursing Home operates the community.
New Community Extended Care Facility is a nursing home in Newark, NJ offering skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care, palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. The range of services can suit a resident whose care needs may change over time without requiring a move to another community.
The facility has 180 beds. It is among larger communities, with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Single rooms provide one person accommodations, while double rooms can suit two people moving together or someone who prefers a shared room. Total nurse staffing is 4h 2m per resident per day, representing the amount of nursing staff time assigned to each resident across a day.
Rehabilitation services and subacute care support residents who need nursing care during recovery. An executive chef prepares fresh meals each day with nutritionally balanced options and seasonal fresh fruit. Residents can use the wheelchair accessible outdoor courtyard. Activities include arts and crafts, musical appreciation, bingo, discussion forums, barbecues, and exercise.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families covered payment options for eligible care alongside the option to pay directly. The area has an 81 / 100 Walk Score and is very walkable, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Ms. Veronica Anyanwu Onwunaka serves as administrator, and New Community Health Care operates the facility.
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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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.
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.
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