Explore Open Rooms

1 Contact details
2 What type of senior care service are you looking for?
3 What budget do you have in mind for senior care?
4 How soon do you need to find care?
5 Additional details

Thank you for your interest!

Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.

Best Nursing Homes in Newark, NJ

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 2026
13 homes analyzed

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

Explore home photos
Watch this Video to see Newark's Top-rated Senior Communities
Other Senior care options:

Newark, New Jersey, is a city that pulsates with positive energy, drawing tourists from different walks of life. The city boasts a thriving arts and culture scene, with the New Jersey Performing Arts Center and the Newark Museum showcasing a rich heritage and a diversity of artistic expressions. Newark is also a home for medical care, with several hospitals and medical centers including University Hospital, a renowned trauma center that provides healthcare services to the wider region. Indeed, Newark’s rich cultural tapestry and its commitment to providing top-notch healthcare services make it a unique and vibrant haven to spend your retirement years in.

Compare Nursing Homes around Newark

12 facilities compared · CMS & NJ Dept. of Health data · Updated Mar 2026

Click column headers to sort
Broadway House for Continuing Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Newark (Mount Pleasant/Lower Broadway)
78
83.3%
+8%
4.60
-52%
+19%
0
12
0
70
-
86
Ammiano, Anthony
$10,8M
$4,6M
42.3%
315343
Imperial Healthcare Rehabilitation
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Newark
121
72.1%
-6%
3.99
-9%
+3%
0
2
0
86
A
30
Frommer, Jacob
$11,3M
$4,9M
43.6%
315199
Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

East Orange
122
91.8%
+19%
3.25
-33%
-16%
0
17
0
115
-
65
Brookhaven Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare Llc
$15,9M
$7,2M
45.4%
315268
Grove Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

East Orange
185
90.8%
+18%
3.80
+7%
-2%
0
31
0
173
-
66
Rosenberg, Joseph
$20,1M
$8,2M
40.9%
315147
Forest Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Newark (Forest Hill)
120
88.3%
+15%
3.43
+19%
-12%
1
19
1
110
-
71
Forest Hill Snf Operations Holding Llc
$17,1M
$6,3M
36.7%
315375
Optima Care Castle Hill
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Union City
215
60.5%
-21%
4.00
+86%
+3%
1
30
0
131
-
97
Optima Care Union City, Llc
$17,7M
$2,6M
14.8%
315344
Alaris Health at Belgrove
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Kearny
120
85.8%
+11%
4.83
+183%
+24%
2
20
2
94
-
85
Sub Acute Rehabilitation Center At Kearny Llc
$16,2M
$0,7M
4.1%
315366
Sinai Post-Acute, Nursing & Rehab Center
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Newark (University Heights)
430
90.0%
+17%
3.51
-59%
-9%
1
43
6
402
-
86
Samuel Paneth Tr
$36,8M
$16,8M
45.5%
315236
Optima Care Fountains
-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Secaucus
334
85.3%
+11%
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
285
-
49
Optima Care Secaucus, Llc
-
-
-
-
New Community Extended Care Facility
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Newark
180
47.8%
-38%
3.73
-74%
-4%
1
22
1
94
-
-
New Community Corporation
$9,3M
$5,5M
59.4%
315393
The Oasis at Sinai Adult Medical Day Care
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Newark
430
80.5%
+5%
3.51
-59%
-9%
1
43
6
402
-
-
Samuel Paneth Tr
$36,8M
$16,8M
45.5%
315236
The North Ward Center
-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Newark
120
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Compare Communities
No communities selected

Beds shows the number of beds currently filled in each community agianst the total number of beds. Higher occupied beds usually indicates strong demand and reputation, while lower occupancy may suggest more availability for new residents.

No data selected

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

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

Overview of Broadway House for Continuing Care

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

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

What does this home offer?

Accepts Medicaid icon
Accepts Medicaid icon

Accept Medicaid: Yes

Total residents icon
Total residents icon

Total Residents: 78

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Mid-rise

Types of Care Available

Nursing Home
Contact Broadway House for Continuing Care

Imperial Healthcare in Monmouth delivers a marvelous approach to nursing home services. Focus on rehabilitation and skilled nursing care, the results-driven environment is designed for a relaxing and rejuvenating recovery journey for seniors in a home-like setting. Their patient-friendly staff provides quality services to offer the best care possible for their residents. Imperial Healthcare aims to enhance the recovery journey of its seniors through welcoming, family-like care.
The nursing home services are supported by state-of-the-art technologies that help speed the recovery journey. Specialized programs include sub-acute rehabilitation, orthopedic rehabilitation, long-term nursing, cardiac care, pulmonary care, and hospice services. Other accommodations include medication management, medical care, restaurant-style dining, social activities, scheduled transportation, and respite stays.

Overview of Imperial Healthcare Rehabilitation

Imperial Healthcare in Monmouth delivers a marvelous approach to nursing home services. Focus on rehabilitation and skilled nursing care, the results-driven environment is designed for a relaxing and rejuvenating recovery journey for seniors in a home-like setting. Their patient-friendly staff provides quality services to offer the best care possible for their residents. Imperial Healthcare aims to enhance the recovery journey of its seniors through welcoming, family-like care.
The nursing home services are supported by state-of-the-art technologies that help speed the recovery journey. Specialized programs include sub-acute rehabilitation, orthopedic rehabilitation, long-term nursing, cardiac care, pulmonary care, and hospice services. Other accommodations include medication management, medical care, restaurant-style dining, social activities, scheduled transportation, and respite stays.

Phone: Not Found
Contact Imperial Healthcare Rehabilitation

Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare has been dedicated to providing the highest standard of quality living while maintaining a level of tight-knit relationships among everyone in the community. The nursing home strives in providing excellent care in a range of specialties, even the most complex of medical conditions; residents can relax and put their trust in the staff who are committed to ensuring their speedy recovery. Brookhaven is the type of community that understands the meaning of family which is why they make it a point to promote an environment that has kindred spirits and strong friendships. 
The tightly-knit skilled nursing home is proudly results-driven– found in its state-of-the-art technology that makes for a fast recovery period. Specialized in post-acute care, stroke recovery, cardiac disorders, wound care, and post-operative care. 

Overview of Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare has been dedicated to providing the highest standard of quality living while maintaining a level of tight-knit relationships among everyone in the community. The nursing home strives in providing excellent care in a range of specialties, even the most complex of medical conditions; residents can relax and put their trust in the staff who are committed to ensuring their speedy recovery. Brookhaven is the type of community that understands the meaning of family which is why they make it a point to promote an environment that has kindred spirits and strong friendships. 
The tightly-knit skilled nursing home is proudly results-driven– found in its state-of-the-art technology that makes for a fast recovery period. Specialized in post-acute care, stroke recovery, cardiac disorders, wound care, and post-operative care. 

Situated in the tranquility of East Orange, NJ, the Grove Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a vibrant community that offers subacute rehab, long-term care, and respite care services. With Allaire Health Services, a well-known institution for transformational health care, this community is led to revolutionize care delivery for its residents. The community is a premier 185-bed nursing home that is very accessible to the residents of New Jersey.

Residents can enjoy a wide range of amenities and services, including well-appointed private and semi-private suites, large flat-screen televisions, complimentary cable and wifi, spacious lounges and family areas, restaurant-style dining, dedicated patient concierge, outdoor patio, beauty and barber services, onsite laundry, religious services, monthly resident council, a full calendar of activities, and transportation and medical appointments. Thus, residents can surely acquire exceptional care and support.

Overview of Grove Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Situated in the tranquility of East Orange, NJ, the Grove Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a vibrant community that offers subacute rehab, long-term care, and respite care services. With Allaire Health Services, a well-known institution for transformational health care, this community is led to revolutionize care delivery for its residents. The community is a premier 185-bed nursing home that is very accessible to the residents of New Jersey.

Residents can enjoy a wide range of amenities and services, including well-appointed private and semi-private suites, large flat-screen televisions, complimentary cable and wifi, spacious lounges and family areas, restaurant-style dining, dedicated patient concierge, outdoor patio, beauty and barber services, onsite laundry, religious services, monthly resident council, a full calendar of activities, and transportation and medical appointments. Thus, residents can surely acquire exceptional care and support.

What does this home offer?

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation services icon
Transportation services icon

Transportation Services

Type of Care Available

Nursing Home Respite Care

Optima Care Castle Hill, located in Union City, NJ, stands as a premier community for exceptional healthcare and vibrant living, offering unparalleled nursing and hospice care, rehabilitation, and memory care services. The dedicated team of skilled healthcare professionals is here to help individuals and loved ones regain strength, independence, and confidence after illness, injury, or surgery, ensuring a smoother path to recovery.

Uncover new passions and reignite hobbies with a vibrant line-up of activities, including lively pizza parties and engaging programs like horticulture and yoga. Extensive amenities offer residents countless chances to connect with friends and enjoy an active lifestyle. Additionally, daily dining options cater to a variety of dietary needs and preferences, ensuring every meal is both satisfying and nutritious. At Optima Care Castle Hill, it is not just about living, but also about flourishing in a place that feels like home.

Overview of Optima Care Castle Hill

Optima Care Castle Hill, located in Union City, NJ, stands as a premier community for exceptional healthcare and vibrant living, offering unparalleled nursing and hospice care, rehabilitation, and memory care services. The dedicated team of skilled healthcare professionals is here to help individuals and loved ones regain strength, independence, and confidence after illness, injury, or surgery, ensuring a smoother path to recovery.

Uncover new passions and reignite hobbies with a vibrant line-up of activities, including lively pizza parties and engaging programs like horticulture and yoga. Extensive amenities offer residents countless chances to connect with friends and enjoy an active lifestyle. Additionally, daily dining options cater to a variety of dietary needs and preferences, ensuring every meal is both satisfying and nutritious. At Optima Care Castle Hill, it is not just about living, but also about flourishing in a place that feels like home.

What does this home offer?

Accepts Medicaid icon
Accepts Medicaid icon

Accept Medicaid: Yes

Total residents icon
Total residents icon

Total Residents: 215

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Mid-rise

Types of Care Available

Nursing Home
Contact Optima Care Castle Hill

Forest Hill for Rehabilitation and Healing is a community that proudly elevates the recovery experience of its residents. An excellent nursing home that offers a friendly atmosphere because of the staff who are able to provide empathy and compassion to its residents. Forest Hill is the ideal home for seniors or their families who are looking for an environment that is resident-friendly or can allow residents to maintain a level of individuality and conquer independence.
Forest Hill management ensures that the mental, physical, and emotional needs of their residents are met and satisfied. Residents are provided a list of rehabilitative and skilled nursing services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy; long-term care such as respite care, chronic pain management, and 24-hour nursing; specialty care including orthopedic care, IV therapy, and post-op rehab needs. 

Overview of Forest Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing

Forest Hill for Rehabilitation and Healing is a community that proudly elevates the recovery experience of its residents. An excellent nursing home that offers a friendly atmosphere because of the staff who are able to provide empathy and compassion to its residents. Forest Hill is the ideal home for seniors or their families who are looking for an environment that is resident-friendly or can allow residents to maintain a level of individuality and conquer independence.
Forest Hill management ensures that the mental, physical, and emotional needs of their residents are met and satisfied. Residents are provided a list of rehabilitative and skilled nursing services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy; long-term care such as respite care, chronic pain management, and 24-hour nursing; specialty care including orthopedic care, IV therapy, and post-op rehab needs. 

Contact Forest Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing

Welcoming seniors with a serene atmosphere, Alaris Health at Belgrove is an exceptional senior living community located in Kearny, NJ, that offers a warm, supportive, and uplifting environment for post-hospitalization short-term rehabilitation patients and long-term residents alike. The experienced, dedicated, and compassionate team ensures that the needs of every resident are fully met, treating each individual as a valued member of the community family.

The community offers nearly complete services for its residents, from therapies, clinical care, respiratory care, dementia, hospice, psychiatric, and dental services, ensuring that every little aspect is being taken care of. Top-tier care is also provided, encompassing the complex clinical services essential for long-term residents and post-hospital rehabilitation patients. With Alaris Health at Belgrove commitment to excellence, seniors can receive specialized care in a comfortable, convenient, and compassionate environment.

Overview of Alaris Health at Belgrove

Welcoming seniors with a serene atmosphere, Alaris Health at Belgrove is an exceptional senior living community located in Kearny, NJ, that offers a warm, supportive, and uplifting environment for post-hospitalization short-term rehabilitation patients and long-term residents alike. The experienced, dedicated, and compassionate team ensures that the needs of every resident are fully met, treating each individual as a valued member of the community family.

The community offers nearly complete services for its residents, from therapies, clinical care, respiratory care, dementia, hospice, psychiatric, and dental services, ensuring that every little aspect is being taken care of. Top-tier care is also provided, encompassing the complex clinical services essential for long-term residents and post-hospital rehabilitation patients. With Alaris Health at Belgrove commitment to excellence, seniors can receive specialized care in a comfortable, convenient, and compassionate environment.

What does this home offer?

Accepts Medicaid icon
Accepts Medicaid icon

Accept Medicaid: Yes

Total residents icon
Total residents icon

Total Residents: 120

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Mid-rise

Types of Care Available

Nursing Home
Contact Alaris Health at Belgrove

Settled in the neighborhood of Newark, NJ, Sinai Post-Acute, Nursing & Rehab Center is a dependable senior care provider, offering comprehensive medical, nursing, and rehabilitative services. Here, residents enjoy access to various care services, including short-term rehab, long-term care, memory care, hospice care, various therapy services, and other specialized services geared towards aiding rehabilitation processes. The community provides an array of private and semi-private rooms designed for comfort and equipped with various features for a homelike atmosphere.

Committed to ensuring residents experience the highest quality of life, the community also offers an array of thoughtful amenities and enriching activities. Large and inviting common areas for socializing and a recreation room for various activities are also available to provide spaces for leisure, exploration, or social interaction. Massage therapy and an on-site beauty salon are available to make sure residents feel good and relaxed as they go through their recovery journey.

Overview of Sinai Post-acute, Nursing & Rehab Center

Settled in the neighborhood of Newark, NJ, Sinai Post-Acute, Nursing & Rehab Center is a dependable senior care provider, offering comprehensive medical, nursing, and rehabilitative services. Here, residents enjoy access to various care services, including short-term rehab, long-term care, memory care, hospice care, various therapy services, and other specialized services geared towards aiding rehabilitation processes. The community provides an array of private and semi-private rooms designed for comfort and equipped with various features for a homelike atmosphere.

Committed to ensuring residents experience the highest quality of life, the community also offers an array of thoughtful amenities and enriching activities. Large and inviting common areas for socializing and a recreation room for various activities are also available to provide spaces for leisure, exploration, or social interaction. Massage therapy and an on-site beauty salon are available to make sure residents feel good and relaxed as they go through their recovery journey.

What does this home offer?

Accepts Medicaid icon
Accepts Medicaid icon

Accept Medicaid: Yes

Total residents icon
Total residents icon

Total Residents: 430

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Mid-rise

Types of Care Available

Nursing Home
Contact Sinai Post-Acute, Nursing & Rehab Center

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. 

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. 

Contact Optima Care Fountains
The North Ward Center is a non-profit organization in Newark, NJ. It has been working to build a better community by educating, advocating, and empowering families. The center offers various programs including a Child Development Center, Adult Medical Day Center, and Youth Leadership Development Program.
Overview of The North Ward Center
The North Ward Center is a non-profit organization in Newark, NJ. It has been working to build a better community by educating, advocating, and empowering families. The center offers various programs including a Child Development Center, Adult Medical Day Center, and Youth Leadership Development Program.
Contact The North Ward Center

Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

View Full Ranking Methodology

How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

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

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

What We Prioritize Most

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

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

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

Operational Stability & Resident Support

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

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

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

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

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

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

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

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

How much does this service cost?

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

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

Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way

We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.

Contact us Today