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Best Nursing Homes in Newark, NJ

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May 2026
We analyzed
18 homes in Newark, NJ

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

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

13 facilities compared · CMS & NJ Dept. of Health data

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Broadway House for Continuing 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.

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.

Newark (Mount Pleasant/Lower Broadway)
78
Facility 78
NJ AVG 125
Rank #440 / 561
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #203 / 493
+8%
4.60
Facility 4.60
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #36 / 274
-55%+19%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 276
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #49 / 276
3.0
Facility 3.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #39 / 276
-70
86
Facility 86
NJ AVG 47
Rank #51 / 640
Anthony Ammiano
$13.6M
Facility $13.6M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #209 / 272
$5.3M
Facility $5.3M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #252 / 272
39.1%
Facility 39.1%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #249 / 272
315343
Spring Hills Livingston
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.

Livingston
150
Facility 150
NJ AVG 125
Rank #145 / 561
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3.07
Facility 3.07
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #244 / 274
+86%-21%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 276
30
Facility 30
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #228 / 276
7.5
Facility 7.5
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #233 / 276
-17
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 47
Rank #482 / 640
Lhpa Operations Holdings LLC
$11.8M
Facility $11.8M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #226 / 272
$5.9M
Facility $5.9M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #242 / 272
49.5%
Facility 49.5%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #156 / 272
315526
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
Facility 122
NJ AVG 125
Rank #226 / 561
91.8%
Facility 91.8%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #75 / 493
+19%
3.25
Facility 3.25
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #207 / 274
-22%-16%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 276
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #106 / 276
5.7
Facility 5.7
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #171 / 276
-115
65
Facility 65
NJ AVG 47
Rank #191 / 640
Brookhaven Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare LLC
$16.0M
Facility $16.0M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #176 / 272
$9.0M
Facility $9.0M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #149 / 272
56.4%
Facility 56.4%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #71 / 272
315268
New Vista Nursing 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).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

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.

Newark (Mount Pleasant/Lower Broadway)
340
Facility 340
NJ AVG 125
Rank #5 / 561
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #273 / 493
0%
4.83
Facility 4.83
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #28 / 274
+36%+25%
$107.3k
Facility $107.3k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #247 / 276
50
Facility 50
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #272 / 276
10.0
Facility 10.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #268 / 276
1257
86
Facility 86
NJ AVG 47
Rank #51 / 640
Rifka Bider
$28.4M
Facility $28.4M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #46 / 272
$13.9M
Facility $13.9M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #38 / 272
48.8%
Facility 48.8%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #166 / 272
315458
Winchester Gardens
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.

Maplewood (Newark Heights)
30
Facility 30
NJ AVG 125
Rank #546 / 561
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #152 / 493
+13%
5.03
Facility 5.03
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #22 / 274
+57%+30%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 276
7
Facility 7
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #22 / 276
2.3
Facility 2.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #19 / 276
-26
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 47
Rank #482 / 640
Winchester Gardens Health Care Center
$30.5M
Facility $30.5M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #33 / 272
$8.4M
Facility $8.4M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #168 / 272
27.4%
Facility 27.4%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #268 / 272
315527
Crane‘s Mill
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.

West Caldwell (Westville)
56
Facility 56
NJ AVG 125
Rank #500 / 561
66.1%
Facility 66.1%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #364 / 493
-14%
4.20
Facility 4.20
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #59 / 274
+111%+8%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 276
13
Facility 13
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #61 / 276
3.3
Facility 3.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #57 / 276
138
32
Facility 32
NJ AVG 47
Rank #434 / 640
Lutheran Social Ministries Of New Jersey, Inc.
$35.2M
Facility $35.2M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #19 / 272
$7.3M
Facility $7.3M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #197 / 272
20.6%
Facility 20.6%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #271 / 272
315457
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 (Ampere)
185
Facility 185
NJ AVG 125
Rank #75 / 561
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #87 / 493
+18%
3.80
Facility 3.80
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #104 / 274
+7%-2%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 276
31
Facility 31
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #235 / 276
10.3
Facility 10.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #271 / 276
-173
66
Facility 66
NJ AVG 47
Rank #186 / 640
Joseph Rosenberg
$21.8M
Facility $21.8M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #98 / 272
$9.8M
Facility $9.8M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #125 / 272
44.8%
Facility 44.8%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #206 / 272
315147
Optima Care Castle Hill
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.

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.

Union City
215
Facility 215
NJ AVG 125
Rank #43 / 561
60.5%
Facility 60.5%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #403 / 493
-21%
4.00
Facility 4.00
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #81 / 274
+91%+3%
$3.3k
Facility $3.3k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #145 / 276
30
Facility 30
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #228 / 276
7.5
Facility 7.5
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #233 / 276
-131
97
Facility 97
NJ AVG 47
Rank #3 / 640
Optima Care Union City, LLC
$17.7M
Facility $17.7M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #157 / 272
$13.4M
Facility $13.4M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #45 / 272
75.6%
Facility 75.6%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #10 / 272
315344
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
Facility 120
NJ AVG 125
Rank #235 / 561
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #130 / 493
+15%
3.43
Facility 3.43
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #186 / 274
+46%-12%
$37.6k
Facility $37.6k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #210 / 276
19
Facility 19
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #132 / 276
3.8
Facility 3.8
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #82 / 276
1110
71
Facility 71
NJ AVG 47
Rank #153 / 640
Forest Hill Snf Operations Holding LLC
$17.4M
Facility $17.4M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #160 / 272
$8.2M
Facility $8.2M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #171 / 272
46.9%
Facility 46.9%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #184 / 272
315375
Alaris Health at Belgrove
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.

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.

Kearny
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 125
Rank #235 / 561
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #169 / 493
+11%
4.83
Facility 4.83
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #28 / 274
+58%+24%
$41.6k
Facility $41.6k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #215 / 276
20
Facility 20
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #146 / 276
3.3
Facility 3.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #57 / 276
294
85
Facility 85
NJ AVG 47
Rank #62 / 640
Sub Acute Rehabilitation Center At Kearny LLC
$16.3M
Facility $16.3M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #175 / 272
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #224 / 272
39.4%
Facility 39.4%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #246 / 272
315366
Sinai Post-Acute, Nursing & Rehab 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.

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.

Newark (University Heights)
430
Facility 430
NJ AVG 125
Rank #2 / 561
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #101 / 493
+17%
3.51
Facility 3.51
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #167 / 274
-55%-9%
$329.9k
Facility $329.9k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #269 / 276
43
Facility 43
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #267 / 276
7.2
Facility 7.2
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #224 / 276
6402
86
Facility 86
NJ AVG 47
Rank #51 / 640
Samuel Paneth Tr
$36.9M
Facility $36.9M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #15 / 272
$21.5M
Facility $21.5M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #10 / 272
58.4%
Facility 58.4%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #53 / 272
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
Facility 334
NJ AVG 125
Rank #6 / 561
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #178 / 493
+11%
4.71
Facility 4.71
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #33 / 274
-28%+21%
$424.4k
Facility $424.4k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #271 / 276
33
Facility 33
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #245 / 276
4.7
Facility 4.7
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #124 / 276
2287
49
Facility 49
NJ AVG 47
Rank #296 / 640
Optima Care Riverview Investment, LLC
$31.4M
Facility $31.4M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #30 / 272
$17.2M
Facility $17.2M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #18 / 272
54.9%
Facility 54.9%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #91 / 272
315476
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 (West Side)
180
Facility 180
NJ AVG 125
Rank #78 / 561
47.8%
Facility 47.8%
NJ AVG 77%
Rank #449 / 493
-38%
3.73
Facility 3.73
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #129 / 274
-52%-4%
$70.3k
Facility $70.3k
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #235 / 276
22
Facility 22
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #163 / 276
7.3
Facility 7.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #227 / 276
194
81
Facility 81
NJ AVG 47
Rank #83 / 640
New Community Corporation
$9.4M
Facility $9.4M
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #247 / 272
$7.1M
Facility $7.1M
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #208 / 272
75.1%
Facility 75.1%
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #11 / 272
315393
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.

Contact Broadway House for Continuing Care

Overview of Spring Hills Livingston

Spring Hills Livingston in New Jersey has been providing care and services to seniors for over 20 years. The community offers a luxurious and elegant atmosphere, with a variety of floor plans to choose from, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, each featuring private bathrooms and kitchens. This home strikes a good balance between a peaceful atmosphere and an active environment. 
Residents can enjoy a range of amenities such as a tranquil courtyard, social areas to connect with friends, a salon and barber for grooming and pampering, and a movie theater for entertainment. Housekeeping services ensure that residents can relax and enjoy their surroundings, while drivers and valet services are available for easy transportation. The community also offers concierge services to cater to residents’ unique needs and preferences. With its upscale amenities and welcoming environment, Spring Hills Livingston is a perfect choice for seniors looking for a comfortable and fulfilling retirement experience.

Contact Spring Hills Livingston

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.

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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. 

Contact Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Overview of New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a community that inspires residents to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. The nursing home proudly offers a diverse range of services that are comprehensive and can fit the needs of its residents. New Vista is fully equipped to attend to any accommodations that best serve residents’ needs.

New Vista focuses on long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, dialysis, hospice, and memory care. They boast their Latino program that offers a bilingual staff who are able to provide a safe and comfortable environment for its Hispanic residents– as a way to destroy social barriers. 

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Overview of Winchester Gardens

Set in the serene area of Essex County, Maplewood, NJ, Winchester Gardens is an outstanding senior living community that offers independent living services. Residents here enjoy a secure, comfortable, and worry-free living while being conveniently close to great attractions and local events. The community offers an array of impeccably designed apartments and villas with the comfort and peace of mind of having access to on-site care services.

Here, residents have no boring days with a diverse array of activities, groups, and clubs tailored to a wide range of interests, along with easy access to the excitement and culture of New York City. The community also offers their LivWell wellness program that aims to enrich residents’ whole-person with activities that focus on seven dimensions of wellness: physical, intellectual, emotional, social, environmental, spiritual, and vocational.

Contact Winchester Gardens

Overview of Crane‘s Mill

Crane’s Mill is a prestigious senior living community situated in the picturesque town of West Caldwell, New Jersey. This is a place where seniors can experience an exceptional and worry-free lifestyle, with a range of healthcare options conveniently available on campus. It is open to adults aged 60 years and better. Crane’s Mill presents a historic setting spanning 48 acres, boasting both a stunning wildlife habitat and elegantly designed interiors that exude luxury.

The community adheres to the highest standards of care, following assisted living guidelines to ensure the utmost safety and support. With a dedicated team of professionals on hand 24/7, residents can have peace of mind knowing that assistance is readily available whenever it is needed. For those in need of specialized care, the memory care facilities provide an exceptional environment tailored to meet the unique challenges of cognitive impairments. As members of this vibrant community, residents also have access to a range of amenities and activities that enrich their daily lives. They can delight in the indoor pool, savor the delectable flavors of restaurant-style dining, and immerse themselves in a host of engaging social opportunities.

Contact Crane‘s Mill

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.

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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.

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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. 

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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
01

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
02

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
03

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
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Newark, NJ

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 18 nursing homes in Newark, NJ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Newark, NJ?

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 Newark, NJ, 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 Newark, NJ?

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.