Page 20 of Best Senior Communities in New Jersey

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 634 senior communities in NJ using NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in NJ
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. 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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Cardinal Village
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Sewell
115CNo 44 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedCare Hsl Cardinal Village Opco, LPMs. Keirston Jefferson 78.3% 9232.6
Morristown Post Acute Rehab And Nursing Center
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Morristown
287B-No 96 -Morristown Post Acute Rehab And Nursing Cnt, LLCMr. Saul Moore 69.3% 16392.4
Preferred Care at Mercer
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Ewing Township (Fernwood)
100B+No 64 -Preferred Care At Mercer, LLCMr. Shalom Dickstein 81.0% 8192.4
Elizabeth Nursing And Rehab
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Elizabeth
102ANo 81 -Bracha, IncMr. Mordechai Fishman 84.3% 5204.0
Willow Springs Rehabilitation And Healthcare Ctr
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Brick
164B-No 3 -Willow Springs Operator, LLCMr. . Omkar Pramnauth 88.4% 19603.2
Daughters Of Israel Pleasant Valley Home
SC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
West Orange
303B-No 50 -Daughters Of IsraelMs. Colleen Thompson 34.3% 7415.9
Oakland Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Oakland
215CNo 28 -Oakland Operator, LLCMs. Jean Monnecka 92.6% 13443.4
Peace Care St. Ann’s
SC
ADC
NH
SNF
Jersey City (Greenville)
120C+No 86 Private / Semi-Private RoomsSt. Ann's Home For The Aged, CorpMr. Robert Reyes 88.3% 10242.4
Redbank Center For Rehabilitation And Healing
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Red Bank
180B-No 95 -Rb Snf Operations LLCMr. Shlomo Pick 78.3% 7426.0
Elmwood Hills Healthcare Center Llc
SC
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Blackwood (Gloucester Township)
300C-No 64 -Elmwood Hills Healthcare Center LLCMr. Moshe Weissman 96.7% 12383.2
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Cardinal Village

455 Hurffville - Cross Keys Rd, Sewell, NJ 08080
Overview of Cardinal Village

Aspire to live without regrets in the distinct senior living community of Cardinal Village set in the welcoming neighborhood of Hurffville – Cross Keys Road, Sewell, NJ, that offers assisted living and independent living. Featuring intricately designed and sophisticated residences in a wide array of studio and one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures seniors enjoy unmatched comfort and security. Experience care and assistance like no other with a compassionate and highly skilled team available around the clock.

There is always something to anticipate with exciting activities and enjoyable programs conducted for leisure and wellness. Create unforgettable moments with friends over delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Cardinal Village strives to provide a haven for seniors aiming to optimize their independence while receiving the proper care for their ever-changing needs.

$4,375/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

Contact Cardinal Village

Overview of Morristown Post Acute Rehab and Nursing Center

Morristown Post Acute Rehab and Nursing Center provides nursing home care, memory care, and skilled nursing in Morristown, NJ. Nursing home and skilled nursing services support residents who need ongoing nursing oversight, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers, making the community a possible fit for someone who needs supervised memory care or a family seeking temporary support.

The community has 287 beds, placing it in the larger community range with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Total nurse staffing is 4h 6m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services are available, along with specialized cardiac, palliative, renal, and respiratory care programs for related clinical needs.

Restaurant style dining includes an always available menu, allowing residents to order from options available throughout the day. A beauty and barber salon provides on site grooming services, while religious services offer access to faith based gatherings at the community. There is something familiar here.

The area has a Walk Score of 96 out of 100, a walker’s paradise where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Morristown Post Acute Rehab and Nursing Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Mr. Saul Moore serves as the administrator.

Contact Morristown Post Acute Rehab And Nursing Center

Overview of Preferred Care at Mercer

Preferred Care at Mercer in Ewing Township, NJ, supplies 24-hour skilled nursing, general nursing, hospice care, and short-term respite stays. On-site rehabilitation helps individuals recover from illness or injury, while hospice programs deliver end-of-life comfort care.

Shalom Dickstein administers the 100-bed facility. Total nurse staffing stands at 3 hours and 28 minutes per resident per day. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

Families looking for short-term recovery or long-term nursing support can contact Preferred Care at Mercer to discuss care options and organize a visit.

Contact Preferred Care at Mercer

Overview of Elizabeth Nursing and Rehab

Elizabeth Nursing and Rehab provides nursing home care, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Elizabeth, NJ. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing help and supervision in a residential setting, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock.

Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort, while respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time away to travel or recover. The community has 102 beds and provides subacute rehabilitation and other rehabilitation services, giving residents a setting for recovery and therapy as part of their care.

Restaurant-like dining is designed for social interaction, allowing residents to share meals in a communal setting. Elizabeth Nursing and Rehab may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing support, rehabilitation, or a short stay for respite care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted.

The total nurse staffing figure is 3 hours 55 minutes per resident per day, representing daily nurse staffing time per resident. Mr. Mordechai Fishman serves as administrator, and Bracha operates the community.

Contact Elizabeth Nursing And Rehab

Overview of Willow Springs Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr

Willow Springs Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr is a 164 bed nursing home in Brick, New Jersey, offering hospice care, memory care, nursing care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured, supervised setting for someone living with dementia.

Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort, while respite care provides a short stay. That arrangement may suit a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the family pays directly.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 14m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident. Rehabilitation services include OrthoWin Rehab and RespiraCare Pulmonary Rehab, with programs focused on orthopedic and pulmonary rehabilitation. Meals are prepared with seasonal, high quality ingredients while honoring personal and cultural traditions, and a salon and spa are available for personal grooming. Mr. Omkar Pramnauth serves as administrator, and Willow Springs Operator operates the community.

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Overview of Daughters of Israel Pleasant Valley Home

Daughters of Israel Pleasant Valley Home provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, memory care, hospice care, and respite care in West Orange, NJ. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision. Hospice and palliative services focus on comfort, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. This range of care can suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family seeking short-term support during a caregiver’s absence.

The home has 303 beds, making it a larger setting with more residents, staff, and programming. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 10 minutes per resident each day, representing the nursing time available to each resident across a day.

Short-Term Rehab provides rehabilitation services for residents recovering after illness or hospitalization. The Memory Care & Alzheimer’s Unit supports people living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia in a supervised setting. Hospice & Palliative Care Services, wound care management, nutritional management, a Respite Stay Option, and Metro Transport are also available, giving residents access to specialized care, short-term stays, and transportation services within the home’s programs.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Ms. Colleen Thompson serves as the administrator, and Daughters Of Israel operates the home. A Walk Score of 50 out of 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be completed on foot for a resident who does not drive.

Contact Daughters Of Israel Pleasant Valley Home

Overview of Oakland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Located in Oakland, NJ, Oakland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center provides skilled nursing care, along with memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and rehabilitation services. Specialized care is provided for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, while comfort and symptom management are given to terminally ill residents and those with serious illnesses. The community also provides recovery support to improve residents’ ability to function, particularly after an illness or injury.

The 215-bed community is currently at 92.6% occupancy, with an average length of stay of 90 days. Rehabilitation services also include OrthoWin Rehab and RespiraCare Pulmonary Rehab, giving residents access to orthopedic and pulmonary rehabilitation programs. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 51 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

Administered by Jean Monnecka and operated by Oakland Operator, the community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Salon and spa services include barber and beauty care, and daily meals use seasonal ingredients while honoring personal and cultural traditions. Moreover, shuttle or bus services support medical appointments, local attractions, and shopping center outings, while walking paths and courtyards provide outdoor areas within the community.

Contact Oakland Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center

Peace Care St. Ann’s

198 Old Bergen Rd #2622, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Overview of Peace Care St. Ann’s

Peace Care St. Ann’s is a nursing home in Jersey City, NJ, offering adult medical day care, long-term care, and rehabilitation. Here, older adults experience a comfortable lifestyle, accompanied by a nurturing and welcoming environment. Excellent services, including 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and medication management, are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences. Through a faith-centered approach, the community ensures residents can live independently.

Fun events, light physical activities, and recreational opportunities encourage residents to live actively and explore interests. With well-maintained amenities and spacious living areas, residents can focus on their recovery and wellness. Restaurants, shops, and bus stops are also available in the lively neighborhood of Jersey City, providing residents with quick access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in New Jersey, as it has high standards of care.

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Overview of Redbank Center for Rehabilitation and Healing

Redbank Center for Rehabilitation and Healing, situated in Red Bank, New Jersey, delivers skilled nursing, long-term nursing home care, memory care, and respite stays within a 180-bed residence that operates at 78 percent occupancy. Memory care features dedicated supervision for individuals prone to wandering, while temporary respite services accommodate short-term admissions when primary caregivers need time away. Specialized programs address amputee care, diabetes management, cardiopulmonary needs, Spanish language accommodations, and genetic drug testing.

Administrator Mr. Shlomo Pick and operator Rb Snf Operations handle management duties across the property. Daily nursing care averages 2 hours and 49 minutes per resident. A 95 walk score puts the building in an extremely walkable neighborhood, allowing residents who walk independently to reach local stores and pharmacies without relying on personal transportation.

Prospective families can contact Redbank Center for Rehabilitation and Healing to discuss program details, confirm room availability, or arrange an on-site visit. Payment processing accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private coverage.

Contact Redbank Center For Rehabilitation And Healing

Overview of Elmwood Hills Healthcare Center

In Blackwood, NJ, Elmwood Hills Healthcare Center is licensed for memory care, palliative care, respite care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. That fits a resident who needs steady nursing or memory support. It also fits a family looking for a short stay while whoever normally provides the care is away or mending.

Both nursing tracks deliver ongoing clinical support. Memory care comes as supervision inside a secured setting, for somebody at risk of wandering off. Palliative care targets comfort, and the relief of symptoms a serious illness brings.

Rehabilitation services run for a resident working to get function back after illness or injury. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay all apply, whether a family is using public benefits, covered skilled care following a hospital stay, or paying directly.

The center has 300 beds. Per resident, 3 hours and 44 minutes of nursing go into a day. A Walk Score of 64 means some errands finish on foot, so losing the car does not cut off every nearby destination. Moshe Weissman is the administrator.

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Rankings on this page follow the same method as page 1: see how we rank these communities.

Senior Communities in New Jersey at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 43/ 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: 104The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Jersey. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90