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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

Compare Nursing Homes around New Jersey

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

CMS & NJ Dept. of Health data

Job Haines Home
NH
AL
HC
RC
SNF
Bloomfield (Bloomfield Avenue)
40
Facility 40
NJ AVG 125
Rank #529 / 560
97.5%
Facility 97.5%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #15 / 478
+31%
6.31
Facility 6.31
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #3 / 294
-2%+63%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #7 / 296
1.3
Facility 1.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #4 / 296
-39-
85
Facility 85
NJ AVG 47
Rank #62 / 638
Noreen Haveron
$11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #183 / 292
$12.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #68 / 292
105.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 105.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #20 / 292
315392
Fellowship Village
NH
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
SNF
Basking Ridge
67
Facility 67
NJ AVG 125
Rank #470 / 560
86.6%
Facility 86.6%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #150 / 478
+16%
5.83
Facility 5.83
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #10 / 294
+57%+50%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #1 / 296
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #1 / 296
-58-
25
Facility 25
NJ AVG 47
Rank #476 / 638
Brian Lawrence
$51.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $51.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #4 / 292
$21.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #8 / 292
42.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #280 / 292
315356
Bartley Healthcare Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Jackson Township (Bennetts Mills)
234
Facility 234
NJ AVG 125
Rank #36 / 560
84.6%
Facility 84.6%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #181 / 478
+14%
3.49
Facility 3.49
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #178 / 294
-31%-10%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #52 / 296
2.4
Facility 2.4
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #25 / 296
-198A+
19
Facility 19
NJ AVG 47
Rank #531 / 638
Bartley Operator Holdco LLC
$28.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $28.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #33 / 292
$10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #38 / 292
37.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 37.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #166 / 292
315288
Preferred Care At Wall
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Allenwood (Hospital Road)
135
Facility 135
NJ AVG 125
Rank #181 / 560
90.4%
Facility 90.4%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #90 / 478
+21%
3.71
Facility 3.71
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #136 / 294
-72%-4%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #46 / 296
2.8
Facility 2.8
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #37 / 296
-122-
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 47
Rank #626 / 638
Preferred Care Holdings,LLC
$18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #93 / 292
$6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #122 / 292
37.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 37.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #211 / 292
315397
Winchester Gardens
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Maplewood (Newark Heights)
30
Facility 30
NJ AVG 125
Rank #545 / 560
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #146 / 478
+16%
5.03
Facility 5.03
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #24 / 294
+57%+30%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
7
Facility 7
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #23 / 296
2.3
Facility 2.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #20 / 296
-26-
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 47
Rank #481 / 638
Winchester Gardens Health Care Center
$27.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $27.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #35 / 292
$8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #192 / 292
30%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 30%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #287 / 292
315527
Hudsonview Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
North Bergen (Hudson Heights)
273
Facility 273
NJ AVG 125
Rank #16 / 560
96.1%
Facility 96.1%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #23 / 478
+29%
2.93
Facility 2.93
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #279 / 294
-1%-25%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
14
Facility 14
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #74 / 296
7.0
Facility 7.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #234 / 296
-262-
77
Facility 77
NJ AVG 47
Rank #108 / 638
Hudsonview Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare LLC
$37.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $37.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #11 / 292
$18.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #15 / 292
49.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #216 / 292
315112
Anchor Care & Rehabilitation Center
NH
SNF
Hazlet (3325)
170
Facility 170
NJ AVG 125
Rank #106 / 560
81.2%
Facility 81.2%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #223 / 478
+9%
3.25
Facility 3.25
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #221 / 294
-56%-16%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
18
Facility 18
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #125 / 296
3.6
Facility 3.6
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #79 / 296
-138-
69
Facility 69
NJ AVG 47
Rank #162 / 638
Hazlet Garden Group, LLC
$20.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #96 / 292
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #101 / 292
28.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 28.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #150 / 292
315314
New Jersey Eastern Star
NH
RC
SNF
Bridgewater (Finderne)
82
Facility 82
NJ AVG 125
Rank #431 / 560
85.4%
Facility 85.4%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #170 / 478
+15%
4.47
Facility 4.47
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #45 / 294
-29%+15%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
9
Facility 9
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #32 / 296
4.5
Facility 4.5
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #124 / 296
-70-
50
Facility 50
NJ AVG 47
Rank #284 / 638
New Jersey Eastern Star Home For The Aged Inc
$9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #260 / 292
$5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #270 / 292
63.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 63.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #114 / 292
315419
Preferred Care at Old Bridge
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Old Bridge
140
Facility 140
NJ AVG 125
Rank #163 / 560
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #53 / 478
+25%
3.70
Facility 3.70
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #136 / 294
-62%-5%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
15
Facility 15
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #87 / 296
3.0
Facility 3.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #41 / 296
2130-
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 47
Rank #577 / 638
Ob Investor LLC
$18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #138 / 292
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #143 / 292
49%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #174 / 292
315321
CareOne at Livingston
NH
AL
MC
RC
SNF
Livingston (Passaic Avenue)
76
Facility 76
NJ AVG 125
Rank #442 / 560
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #267 / 478
+2%
3.96
Facility 3.96
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #85 / 294
-21%+2%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #113 / 296
3.4
Facility 3.4
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #69 / 296
-58-
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 47
Rank #569 / 638
Careone At Livingston
$11.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #146 / 292
$7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #207 / 292
67.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 67.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #260 / 292
315479
AristaCare at Norwood Terrace
NH
MC
SNF
Plainfield (Netherwood)
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 125
Rank #236 / 560
82.5%
Facility 82.5%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #208 / 478
+11%
3.48
Facility 3.48
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #178 / 294
+38%-10%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #52 / 296
4.0
Facility 4.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #96 / 296
-99-
69
Facility 69
NJ AVG 47
Rank #162 / 638
Rivka Green
$15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #207 / 292
$7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #217 / 292
48.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #170 / 292
315217
Acclaim Rehabilitation and Care Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Jersey City (Greenville)
183
Facility 183
NJ AVG 125
Rank #77 / 560
83.1%
Facility 83.1%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #201 / 478
+12%
3.29
Facility 3.29
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #221 / 294
-71%-15%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
13
Facility 13
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #66 / 296
3.3
Facility 3.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #59 / 296
-152-
80
Facility 80
NJ AVG 47
Rank #91 / 638
Robert Smolin
$17.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #134 / 292
$7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #151 / 292
42%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #203 / 292
315083
Brighton Gardens of Edison
NH
AL
HOS
MC
SNF
Edison (Oak Tree Road)
118
Facility 118
NJ AVG 125
Rank #287 / 560
--
4.90
Facility 4.90
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #28 / 294
+93%+26%
$33.4k
Facility $33.4k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #224 / 297
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #113 / 296
8.5
Facility 8.5
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #274 / 296
125A+
64
Facility 64
NJ AVG 47
Rank #197 / 638
Tracey Borges
$14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #188 / 292
$7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #214 / 292
53.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #212 / 292
315351
Laurel Circle
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Bridgewater (Finderne)
35
Facility 35
NJ AVG 125
Rank #538 / 560
--
4.60
Facility 4.60
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #38 / 294
+35%+19%
$25.9k
Facility $25.9k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #216 / 297
27
Facility 27
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #222 / 296
5.4
Facility 5.4
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #172 / 296
141-
37
Facility 37
NJ AVG 47
Rank #387 / 638
Lcs Nj I LLC
$11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #71 / 292
$10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #74 / 292
91%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 91%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #186 / 292
315445
White House Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
NH
RC
SNF
Orange
176
Facility 176
NJ AVG 125
Rank #103 / 560
90.3%
Facility 90.3%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #92 / 478
+21%
3.79
Facility 3.79
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #111 / 294
+39%-2%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #11 / 296
1.7
Facility 1.7
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #9 / 296
-159-
90
Facility 90
NJ AVG 47
Rank #34 / 638
Yocheved Grossman
$19.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $19.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #117 / 292
$11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #65 / 292
61.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #46 / 292
315372
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Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Salem County

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Salem County stands as a state-of-the-art nursing center at the scenic South Jersey farmland. Their recently-renovated facility boasts modern private and semi-private rooms, a lobby, and a therapy room that fosters wellness and recovery. Apart from sub-acute rehabilitation, this skilled nursing community is renowned for its excellence in long-term care, offering round-the-clock skilled nursing for a diverse range of complex medical conditions.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Salem County accepts Medicare, Medicaid, most insurances, and private pay, ensuring flexibility and support for its residents and their families. Experience compassionate care and exceptional services in the heart of South Jersey with Autumn Lake Healthcare at Salem County.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Salem County 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 Salem County.

Contact Autumn Lake Healthcare at Salem County

Overview of Complete Care at Bey Lea

A nursing home on Old Freehold Road in Toms River, New Jersey, is Complete Care at Bey Lea. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted to give families several ways to cover care, whether a resident stays for short-term rehabilitation or longer-term nursing support. The average stay length here runs to about 64 days, indicating a mix of post-acute recovery occupants and those in ongoing care.

Clinically, Complete Care at Bey Lea provides solid daily nursing support, with total nursing care averaging roughly 3 hours 9 minutes per resident day. That level of attentive care comprises registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nurse aides working all day. The staffing model ensures consistent attention to medication management, wound care, and the daily medical needs that come with nursing-level care. The setting in a car-dependent part of Toms River has a Walk Score of 20, which means visiting families drive most errands and nearby services.

Families thinking of choosing the home may want to inquire about transportation options for occupants wishing to visit local medical appointments or community activities.

Contact Complete Care at Bey Lea

Overview of Hudson Hills Senior Living

Here’s the thing about Hudson Hills Senior Living: it’s not just one type of care, it’s three. Nursing home, assisted living, and independent living all live under one roof in North Bergen, New Jersey. That’s what makes it a continuing care retirement community, or CCRC for short.

What that actually means for a family is pretty simple. If your parent’s needs change five years from now, they don’t necessarily have to pack up and move somewhere new. The whole point of a CCRC is that care can shift around the resident instead of the resident having to shift around the care. That’s a real logistical relief, not just a marketing phrase.

The building itself is three stories, and residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom layouts. Square footage runs from about 348 up to 975 feet, so there’s a real range depending on what someone needs or can afford. It’s in the Bergen Turnpike neighborhood, and honestly, the walkability here is genuinely impressive. A Walk Score of 93 lands it in “Walker’s Paradise” range, meaning groceries, pharmacies, and daily errands are mostly doable on foot.

On-site, residents have access to transportation services and fitness and recreation offerings. Two amenities, not a long list, but they cover two different needs: getting places you can’t walk to, and staying physically active once you’re there.

What you get is a facility built around continuity. Three care types, one address, a genuinely walkable neighborhood. For a family trying to plan more than just the next year or two, that structural flexibility is the throughline here.

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Fritz Reuter Altenheim

3161 John F. Kennedy Blvd, North Bergen, NJ 07047
Overview of Fritz Reuter Altenheim

A three-story senior living community at 3161 John F. Kennedy Boulevard in North Bergen is Fritz Reuter Altenheim. It provides six care levels: independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home services, skilled nursing, and respite care. The building sits in a really walkable neighborhood (Walk Score 93), where daily errands and services are accessible without a car.

The facility accommodates seniors across an array of needs, whether seeking an independent lifestyle, help with daily activities, specialized memory care, or skilled nursing services. Occupants benefit from the location’s strong connectivity to nearby shopping and services, making it convenient for everyday needs and outings. If residents’ needs shift over time, the home structure allows for aging in place with multiple care levels.

For more detailed data about specific services, amenities, programs, or pricing, it’s encouraged that interested residents and families directly contact the facility.

Contact Fritz Reuter Altenheim

Overview of Alaris Health at the Atrium

At 330 9th St in Jersey City’s Hamilton Park neighborhood, Alaris Health at the Atrium occupies a mid-rise building with a Walk Score of 90; so it’s a genuine walker’s paradise, where daily errands don’t require a car and Jersey City Medical Center is less than a mile away. For a facility where residents may need ongoing outpatient follow-up or where families are navigating city logistics, that location matters.

The clinical range here is wide for an 113-bed community. Alaris carries nursing home and assisted living licenses alongside palliative care and respite care, and the specific programs list reads like a small hospital’s service menu: orthopedic rehab, stroke recovery, cardiac care, renal care, subacute rehab, and complex clinical care all appear alongside on-site dental, podiatry, psychiatric, and dementia services. Laboratory and radiology are on site. So are IV therapy, TPN, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, functional electrical stimulation, and ultrasound, heat, and cryogenic treatments.

Hospice services are also listed. That breadth is the clearest thing this profile communicates about what kind of place this is.

The facility also offers fitness and recreation programming, transportation services, and recreation therapy. Pets are welcome.

Ms. Dolores Nieves administers the community on behalf of Alaris Health at the Atrium. For families looking at post-acute discharge destinations or longer-term placement for someone with complex medical needs, Alaris Health at the Atrium offers an unusually deep clinical infrastructure in a neighborhood that remains accessible on foot.

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Overview of Job Haines Home for Aged People
Job Haines Home for Aged People is a senior living facility that offers Assisted Living, Long-Term Care, Sub-Acute Rehabilitation, Respite Care, and Home Care. It has a long-standing reputation for providing quality care and has been serving the community for 125 years. The facility is recognized for its exceptional services and commitment to the well-being of its residents.

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Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Memorial Bridge

Located on the scenic Delaware River just minutes away from local hospitals, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Memorial Bridge is South Jersey’s premier nursing and rehabilitation facility. Their award-winning team ensures that each resident is cared for like family, with a schedule filled with lively and interactive activities. With a focus on providing exceptional care and an atmosphere of joy and life, this assisted living community offers sub-acute rehabilitation and long-term care.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Memorial Bridge is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name and receive non-healthcare-related services and all healthcare-related services are provided solely by them. This care community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, most insurances, and private pay, providing flexibility and support to residents and their families.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Memorial Bridge 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 Memorial Bridge.

Contact Autumn Lake Healthcare at Memorial Bridge

Overview of Avalon Assisted Living at Bridgewater

Avalon Assisted Living at Bridgewater, New Jersey, a part of the Bridgeway Senior Healthcare family of senior living and care communities, provides assisted living, memory care and respite care (short-term stays). It is the original assisted living residence and is located close by its sister community the Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Bridgewater.

The people at the Avalon understand that navigating the wide range of senior living options can be a challenge for any family. That is why they are committed to providing every resident and their family with the support they need to develop a customized plan for senior living. With a comprehensive continuum of care, luxurious and beautifully appointed communities, and vibrant and diverse daily programming, the Avalon Assisted Living residence offers a variety of options to meet each individual’s unique needs.

The Avalon’s award-winning, assisted lifestyle combines the warmth of a family atmosphere with the personalized support for daily activities, security and services residents need to live happy, safe and independent lives, while offering comfort and peace of mind in knowing that skilled nursing, on-site rehabilitation through Bridgeway Care at Home in-home therapy, long-term care, and on-site physician services are available within its continuum of care. Licensed nurses are on the premises 24 hours a day, and all medications are passed by nurses (not Certified Medication Aides).

A variety of floor plans is offered so residents can choose the accommodations that best match their needs – from comfortable studios to spacious, two-bedroom suites. All apartments are designed in accordance with the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Service standards for resident safety, including fire-resistant building materials and sprinkler system. Residents are welcome to decorate their apartment with favorite furnishings and mementos to help make their new residence feel like home.

The Generations Village, available at Avalon Bridgewater and Avalon Hillsborough, offers memory care services in a safe and secure environment for those with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other memory impairments. The staff, specially trained in Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, strives to meet the needs of each resident by providing compassionate, attentive care, personalized programming and services every day to create a haven of dignity and support focused on caring for the whole person.

Once a resident in any of the Bridgeway Senior Healthcare family of communities, individuals will have access to a comprehensive family of coordinated health services. In addition to Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite Care (short-term stays), other services include Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care, Skilled Nursing, and Home Therapy. This continuum of care distinguishes Bridgeway Senior Healthcare from others and is what its family will deliver to its residents and their families.
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Bridgeway Senior Healthcare has received Newsweek’s and U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes awards and is recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in New Jersey. The Avalon has been recognized by readers of the Courier News as Best Assisted Living, Best Adult Community, Best Retirement Community, and One of the Best Places to Work for several consecutive years.
Family owned and operated, Bridgeway Senior Healthcare is devoted to caring for seniors like family in communities that feel like home. Since 1981, it has been a respected leader in Central New Jersey, setting the standard for enriching the quality of life for seniors. It bridges the way for seniors to enjoy independent lives with the comfort, privacy and dignity they deserve.

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Overview of Complete Care at Brakeley Park

Nestled amidst the charming town of Phillipsburg, New Jersey, Complete Care Brakeley Park sets the stage for genuine connections and unwavering support. From aiding stroke recovery to respiratory care, subacute rehabilitation to cardiac assistance, orthopedic well-being, and beyond, their skilled team stands ready to seamlessly address any medical requirement. With strategic affiliations to esteemed area hospitals, residents gain access to a broad spectrum of specialized care, ensuring their well-being remains paramount.

Beyond the provision of a secure and inviting home, Complete Care Brakeley Park invites residents to immerse themselves in the beauty of their surroundings and revel in a myriad of enriching activities. Thoughtfully curated amenities await, from private suite gardens that provide serene havens to a culinary experience akin to fine dining, designed to tantalize taste buds. Complementing these offerings, an onsite salon and barbershop cater to personal grooming needs, ensuring individuals feel their best.

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Overview of Cedar Grove Respiratory and Nursing Center

Specializing in respiratory and cardiac care, subacute rehabilitation, and advanced disease management, Cedar Grove Respiratory and Nursing Center is a 180-bed skilled nursing home in Williamstown, New Jersey. Situated on South Black Horse Pike with a Walk Score of 78, it sits in a highly walkable area where lots of errands are walkable. Owned by Moshe Sonnenschein, the center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to give families flexibility in coverage routes for short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care.

The facility has robust clinical staffing, with total nursing care averaging 3 hours 8 minutes per resident day. This includes registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses on staff 24/7. The community runs at 91 percent occupancy, averaging a stay length of 77 days, reflecting a mix of post-acute rehabilitation occupants and those receiving active specialized care. Its particular focus on respiratory care and ventilator support makes it well-suited for people recovering from respiratory illness or needing ongoing pulmonary management. Daily life is anchored by in-room amenities like flat-screen televisions and phones, free Wi-Fi building-wide, and a dedicated patient concierge available 24 hours. Dining is restaurant-inspired and designed to feel like a home experience, not institutional meal service. Residents and their families can access a full range of services, including a hair salon, laundry, religious services, and a resident store. The grounds feature outdoor space with a patio and gazebo, and the facility organizes therapeutic recreation, community events, and local outings to promote engagement and connection.

State inspections have reflected Cedar Grove Respiratory and Nursing Center’s attention to staffing coordination as an ongoing operational priority. No compliance deficiencies have been shown in the current inspection findings. In turn, families can feel confident that clinical care and daily operations are meeting regulatory standards and supporting resident needs.

The community’s focus on respiratory care and ventilator support makes it best for individuals recuperating from respiratory illness or requiring active pulmonary management.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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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
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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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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 309 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.