Page 17 of Best Senior Communities in New Jersey

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Avg Walk Score: 48/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in New Jersey. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 125The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Jersey. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. SC (Senior Communities):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Brighton Gardens of Edison
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Edison
118
Facility 118
NJ AVG 125
Rank #287 / 560
Yes
64
Facility 64
NJ AVG 48
Rank #197 / 628
Studio / 1 BedBrighton Gardens Of EdisonMikaela Ellis-4
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 18
Rank #270 / 412
4.3
Facility 4.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #363 / 412
ManhattanView Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
SC
NH
SNF
Union City
127
Facility 127
NJ AVG 125
Rank #211 / 560
No
97
Facility 97
NJ AVG 48
Rank #3 / 628
-Manhattanview Ctr For Rehabilitation And HealthcarMs. Joriebeth Macatangay
97.6%
Facility 97.6%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #15 / 463
17372.2
Peace Care St. Joseph’s
SC
ADC
NH
SNF
Jersey City (Journal Square)
139
Facility 139
NJ AVG 125
Rank #170 / 560
No
97
Facility 97
NJ AVG 48
Rank #3 / 628
Private / Semi-Private RoomsMargaret Anna Cusack Care Center, IncMs. Maggie Tadrous
89.2%
Facility 89.2%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #110 / 463
12393.3
New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Newark
340
Facility 340
NJ AVG 125
Rank #5 / 560
No
86
Facility 86
NJ AVG 48
Rank #51 / 628
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsNew Vista Nursing & Rehabilitation CtrMr. Yaakov Kleiman
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #265 / 463
14
66
Facility 66
NJ AVG 18
Rank #398 / 412
4.7
Facility 4.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #377 / 412
Spring Creek Healthcare Center
SC
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Perth Amboy (William Dunlap Homes)
179
Facility 179
NJ AVG 125
Rank #99 / 560
No
56
Facility 56
NJ AVG 48
Rank #231 / 628
Private RoomsSpring Creek Healthcare CenterCharles Teitelbaum
67.0%
Facility 67.0%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #342 / 463
14
41
Facility 41
NJ AVG 18
Rank #359 / 412
2.9
Facility 2.9
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #307 / 412
Optima Care Harborview
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Jersey City (The Heights)
180
Facility 180
NJ AVG 125
Rank #78 / 560
No
92
Facility 92
NJ AVG 48
Rank #28 / 628
-Optima Care HarborviewMs. Patricia Celecki
71.1%
Facility 71.1%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #314 / 463
10
43
Facility 43
NJ AVG 18
Rank #368 / 412
4.3
Facility 4.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #363 / 412
Complete Care At Fair Lawn Edge
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Paterson
180
Facility 180
NJ AVG 125
Rank #78 / 560
No
75
Facility 75
NJ AVG 48
Rank #121 / 628
-Complete Care At Fair Lawn EdgeMr. Robert Constantin
85.6%
Facility 85.6%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #170 / 463
9424.7
Grove Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
East Orange (Ampere)
185
Facility 185
NJ AVG 125
Rank #75 / 560
No
66
Facility 66
NJ AVG 48
Rank #185 / 628
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsGrove Park Healthcare And Rehabilitation CenterMeir Jacobs
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #85 / 463
16714.4
Optima Care Fountains
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Secaucus
334
Facility 334
NJ AVG 125
Rank #6 / 560
No
49
Facility 49
NJ AVG 48
Rank #295 / 628
-Optima Care FountainsMr. Seth Rinn
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #173 / 463
17
62
Facility 62
NJ AVG 18
Rank #394 / 412
3.6
Facility 3.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #340 / 412
Shore Pointe Care Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Eatontown
178
Facility 178
NJ AVG 125
Rank #100 / 560
No
35
Facility 35
NJ AVG 48
Rank #410 / 628
-Gateway Care CenterMr. Michael Capuano
73.6%
Facility 73.6%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #291 / 463
9
54
Facility 54
NJ AVG 18
Rank #387 / 412
6.0
Facility 6.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #399 / 412

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NJ community we track that reports that metric, not just the 626 on this page.

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Overview of Brighton Gardens of Edison

Brighton Gardens of Edison, an award-winning community, offers a spectrum of services including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term stays, along with hospice coordination. Nestled in a picturesque environment, it provides an ideal backdrop for the golden years, prioritizing an individualized and effective approach to senior care. The on-site medical care is noteworthy, including a 30-bed skilled nursing facility offering 24-hour nursing care.

Residents also enjoy convenient access to Menlo Park Mall and Raritan Bay Medical Center, both just minutes away. This pet-friendly community not only offers exceptional amenities but also adheres to assisted living guidelines and memory care qualifications. Brighton Gardens of Edison senior living provides Wi-Fi availability, scheduled transportation, activity rooms, social areas, and more. With a commitment to providing a supportive and engaging environment, this community is considered a top choice for seniors seeking comprehensive care and a vibrant lifestyle.

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Overview of ManhattanView Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare

ManhattanView Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a dependable senior care provider in Hudson County, Union City, NJ, that offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term rehabilitation. The community offers a full range of specialized and complex care to help residents recover strength and health quickly and safely. Residents can focus on their healing journey with the help of a dedicated care team consisting of board-certified physiatrists, therapists, personal trainers, physician-led medical team, and in-house nurse practitioner.

Here, residents are provided with semi-private and private rooms to ensure they enjoy a comfortable living space while they recover. A dedicated recreation department works tirelessly to fill resident’s days with vibrant, engaging activities, while a dedicated in-house chef works hand-in-hand with a nutritional team to develop meals that are both nutritious and tasty. With a wide range of amenities, residents are able to enjoy a lively healing environment.

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Peace Care St. Joseph’s

537 Pavonia Ave #1803, Jersey City, NJ 07306
Overview of Peace Care St. Joseph’s

Peace Care St. Joseph’s is a highly rated nursing home in Jersey City, NJ, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, sub-acute care, and skilled nursing. The community also strives to treat older adults like family in a warm and supportive environment. With 24/7 care, well-balanced meals, and medication management, residents can focus on their recovery. Following a faith-centered approach, the community helps residents maintain their dignity and live to their potential.

Social activities and various recreational opportunities encourage residents to make friends and try new interests. Residents can also rest and move around comfortably with spacious outdoors and accessible amenities. Surrounded by bus stops, restaurants, and shops in Jersey City, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has high standards of care, making it a good choice for senior living in New Jersey.

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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. 

Contact New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Spring Creek Healthcare Center

1 Lindbergh Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Overview of Spring Creek Healthcare Center

Settled in the welcoming town of Perth Amboy, NJ, the Spring Creek Healthcare Center is an exceptional community that offers subacute rehab, dementia care, and Hispanic program. With a 179-bed nursing home, residents receive customized care plans that are patient-centered as it is dedicated to serving as a bridge between hospital and home.

The community is administered by Allaire Health Services which is known for delivering outstanding professional healthcare services in the region. Here, residents can enjoy large flat-screen televisions, complimentary cable and wifi, spacious lounges and family areas, restaurant-style dining, a dedicated patient concierge, a lovely outdoor patio, beauty and barber salon, onsite laundry, religious services, full calendar activities, and Spanish speaking staff for its Hispanic program. Equipped with the right tools and people, the Spring Creek Healthcare Center assures excellent care and support for its residents.

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Overview of Optima Care Harborview

Optima Care Harborview occupies a stretch of Ogden Avenue in The Heights, one of Jersey City’s more walkable neighborhoods, with a Walk Score of 92. Jersey City Medical Center is 1.7 miles away. For a nursing home, the location is genuinely convenient: families in Hudson County can get there without a car, and emergency access to a major hospital is close.

The 180-bed facility handles nursing home care, memory care, hospice and palliative care, and respite care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted. At the moment, 128 of the 180 beds are filled, putting occupancy at 71%. The average length of stay is 120 days, and the current census runs heavily toward Medicaid residents.

Clinical depth is one of the facility’s more notable features. Alongside the standard short-term rehab and long-term nursing tracks, the service list includes stroke and cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary rehab for COPD, wound care, IV therapy, orthopedic rehab, trach rehab, LifeVest care, hospice and palliative care, and a dedicated veterans care program. A physician is available around the clock. Total nursing care runs 3 hours and 48 minutes per resident per day, with RNs providing 42 minutes of that.

State inspections have touched on themes including emergency preparedness, staffing and staff credentials, dietary and food service, and resident rights and protections.

On the amenity side, the facility offers beauty services, concierge services, pet therapy, pastoral services, therapeutic recreation, yoga and Tai Chi, computer classes, and horticulture. The activity calendar covers coffee and tea socials, birthday and holiday celebrations, and special events and performances. An Active Resident Council meets regularly, per CMS records. Ms. Patricia Celecki is the Administrator.

For families navigating nursing home placement in Hudson County, Optima Care Harborview offers a clinically broad service menu, a walkable urban address with hospital proximity, and access to all three major payer pathways.

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Overview of Complete Care at Fair Lawn Edge

Complete Care at Fair Lawn Edge, a renowned nursing home facility located in Paterson, New Jersey, takes pride in cultivating robust relationships with residents and staff. The leadership’s recurring on-site visits and a hands-on approach foster a loyal and approachable environment, creating a sense of family within the facility.

Recognizing the tiny facets that invigorate spirits and spark optimism, Complete Care at Fair Lawn Edge features well-furnished private and semi-private rooms complemented with a wealth of amenities. The facility ensures superior patient health and well-being by providing free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and individually controlled air conditioning and heating, along with a host of recreational and practical features like cultural activities, group outings, an on-site beauty salon/barbershop, and educational activities. This immersive community experience, characterized by personalized care and a secure environment, has positioned Complete Care at Fair Lawn Edge as a leading choice among nursing home facilities.

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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.

Contact Grove Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

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

Shore Pointe Care Center

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

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

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

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

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Communities in New Jersey

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 626 senior communities in New Jersey. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.