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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. 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. 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.
Villa Raffaella Assisted Living
SC
AL
Pleasantville (Van-Mar Gardens)
60
Facility 60
NJ AVG 125
Rank #485 / 560
No
63
Facility 63
NJ AVG 48
Rank #206 / 628
Private SuiteVilla Raffaella Assisted LivSis. Elizabeth Rani Gnanapragasam-1
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 412
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 412
The Jewish Home for Rehabilitation and Nursing
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Freehold
150
Facility 150
NJ AVG 125
Rank #145 / 560
No
88
Facility 88
NJ AVG 48
Rank #43 / 628
--Mr. Refoel Neuman
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #81 / 463
9
13
Facility 13
NJ AVG 18
Rank #250 / 412
1.4
Facility 1.4
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #203 / 412
Anchor Care & Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
SNF
Hazlet
170
Facility 170
NJ AVG 125
Rank #106 / 560
No
69
Facility 69
NJ AVG 48
Rank #162 / 628
1 Bed / 2 BedAnchor Care And Rehabilitation CenterReuven Furer
81.2%
Facility 81.2%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #223 / 463
19221.2
CareOne at Livingston
SC
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Livingston
76
Facility 76
NJ AVG 125
Rank #442 / 560
No
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 48
Rank #569 / 628
-Careone At LivingstonMr. Michael Brienza
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #267 / 463
8
16
Facility 16
NJ AVG 18
Rank #268 / 412
2.0
Facility 2.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #238 / 412
Southern Ocean Center
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Manahawkin
136
Facility 136
NJ AVG 125
Rank #179 / 560
Yes
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 48
Rank #481 / 628
Private / Semi-Private RoomsSouthern Ocean CenterMr. John Myers
96.3%
Facility 96.3%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #24 / 463
12615.1
Avant Rehabilitation & Care Center
SC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Trenton
149
Facility 149
NJ AVG 125
Rank #153 / 560
No
72
Facility 72
NJ AVG 48
Rank #142 / 628
-Avant Rehabilitation And Care CenterMr. Uri Lipschitz
88.6%
Facility 88.6%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #118 / 463
11615.5
Belle Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Trenton
106
Facility 106
NJ AVG 125
Rank #348 / 560
No
69
Facility 69
NJ AVG 48
Rank #162 / 628
-Belle Care Nursing And Rehabilitation CenterMs. Adetoun Adebowale
88.7%
Facility 88.7%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #117 / 463
9
83
Facility 83
NJ AVG 18
Rank #408 / 412
9.2
Facility 9.2
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #410 / 412
Hudsonview Health Care Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
North Bergen
273
Facility 273
NJ AVG 125
Rank #16 / 560
No
42
Facility 42
NJ AVG 48
Rank #339 / 628
--Mr. Shabsi Travitsky
92.7%
Facility 92.7%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #59 / 463
8
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 18
Rank #243 / 412
1.5
Facility 1.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #212 / 412
The Meadows at Lawrence
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Lawrence Township
98
Facility 98
NJ AVG 125
Rank #390 / 560
No
23
Facility 23
NJ AVG 48
Rank #494 / 628
-Lawrence Assisted Living LLCSamantha Meisner-1
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 412
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 412
Atria Tinton Falls
SC
AL
IL
MC
Tinton Falls
156
Facility 156
NJ AVG 125
Rank #129 / 560
Yes
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 48
Rank #569 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedAtria Tinton FallsMs. Diane Karpus
51.3%
Facility 51.3%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #427 / 463
6
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 18
Rank #243 / 412
2.0
Facility 2.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #238 / 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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Villa Raffaella Assisted Living

917 S Main St, Pleasantville, NJ 08232
Overview of Villa Raffaella Assisted Living

Nestled in the peaceful community of Pleasantville, NJ, the Villa Raffaella Assisted Living is an exceptional senior living community focusing on assisted living. This is a welcoming Catholic community for all regardless of their faith. The community provides a safe, loving, and vibrant atmosphere perfectly set for relaxation. Cozy and intimate accommodations are available depending on personal preferences. Having a highly equipped and dedicated team, the community offers around-the-clock customized care and support.

As a recognized community with an “Advanced Standing” status given by the Health Care Associates of New Jersey and the New Jersey Department of Health, residents can enjoy top-notch amenities and services. Indulge in either a restaurant-style dining room or a private dining room with delectable meals. Engage in daily activities such as cooking classes, exercises, and craft classes. Meet new friends in outings and other social events provided with transportation services. With Villa Raffaella, seniors can surely acquire a glorious retirement.

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Overview of The Jewish Home for Rehabilitation and Nursing

The Jewish Home for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a 150-bed skilled nursing home on West Main Street in Freehold, New Jersey. Owned by Osher Flagler, the facility coordinates multiple financial setups by accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. For visitors, the surrounding neighborhood features a walkability score of 88 out of 100, which indicates a highly pedestrian-friendly setting where family members can complete everyday errands and reach local destinations entirely on foot.

Daily occupancy levels maintain a steady 91 percent census, with individual stays averaging about 65 days. This shorter timeframe highlights a dedication to temporary, post-hospital recovery and rehabilitation rather than indefinite residency. To manage these clinical needs, 24-hour staffing provides an average of 3 hours and 51 minutes of direct nursing care per resident each day, utilizing a clinical team that coordinates specialized recovery paths for cardiac, neurological, orthopedic, pulmonary, and dedicated memory care.

Historical enforcement records show that state health department evaluations previously highlighted compliance gaps in medication administration and care documentation. Subsequent inspection cycles report zero deficiencies across the property, and the center maintains an overall cumulative citations-per-inspection rate of zero.

Prospective residents evaluating regional care properties or short-term physical therapy placements can use these state regulatory filings to assess the property’s operational background. The public documents outline a pedestrian-friendly community campus that provides a library, courtyard walking paths, private family dining setups, and a full-service salon, balanced against completed fixes in past care documentation and medication logging protocols.

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Overview of Anchor Care & Rehabilitation Center

An esteemed senior living community set in the beautiful Hazlet, NJ, Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center offers subacute rehab, cardiopulmonary rehab, and peritoneal dialysis. The community features welcoming and purposely built residences, maximizing seniors’ comfort and security. With a fusion of clinical expertise and the utmost care and assistance, Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center exceeds expectations in ensuring seniors’ needs are well provided. Let go of your woes with a team of reliable and highly trained professionals providing exceptional care 24/7.

Reignite passions and seek for new knowledge with engaging activities and enjoyable learning programs. The community highly encourages seniors to live an active lifestyle surrounded by a supportive environment. Catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves healthy and tasty meals. Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center is a place to find solace in your healing journey with its ethereal grounds embraced by lush gardens and peaceful views.

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Overview of CareOne at Livingston

Tucked away in Essex County, Livingston, NJ, CareOne at Livingston is a dependable senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, long-term care, respite care, and other services. 24/7 nursing care and supervision is available to ensure residents are given immediate assistance during emergencies or anytime they require care. The community also offers comfortable accommodations, meals, and assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, personal care and medication management.

Committed to fostering happy moments and joyful experiences, the community conducts a range of exciting activities and entertainment programs, including movie theaters, ice cream parlors, crafts, game rooms, music and live shows. Residents’ health needs and taste choices are prioritized with restaurant-style dining featuring the most delicious and nutrient rich meals. At CareOne at Livingston, they provide an all-encompassing care that keeps residents safe, healthy and engaged.

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Overview of Southern Ocean Center

Located in the vibrant town of Manahawkin, NJ, Southern Ocean Center is an enticing community that offers skilled nursing, post-hospital, short-term and long-term rehabilitation, and respite care services. A wide array of well- appointed and spacious accommodations are available for its residents. Having a highly trained and compassionate team, the community provides round-the-clock care and assistance to ensure comfort and security within the vicinity.

Offering top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy delightful and nutritious meals, beauty salon and barbershop, pharmaceutical delivery service, housekeeping services, 24/7 health monitoring, and many more. Engage in various social activities, community events, and wellness programs to boost engagement and health. Meet new companions and create meaningful memories together. At Southern Ocean Center seniors can enjoy a blissful living experience.

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Overview of Avant Rehabilitation & Care Center

Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center in Trenton, located on Brunswick Avenue in New Jersey, is a facility that truly exemplifies excellence in care. Avant provides rehabilitation services, pulmonary services, physician services, and a host of other amenities to ensure residents have everything they need to heal and recover. Their staff’s dedication and expertise make them an exceptional place for residents to recover and heal.

The facility has a beautiful patio where residents can enjoy fresh air and sunshine, as well as Wi-Fi and cable to stay connected with loved ones. Avant also has a registered dietitian on staff to ensure that residents receive proper nutrition, and a beautician and barber to help them look and feel their best. The home’s dynamic and bilingual staff can communicate with residents in their preferred language, making them feel more at home. Whether you or a loved one needs short-term rehabilitation or long-term care, Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center is an outstanding choice for quality care and compassionate support.

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Overview of Belle Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Belle Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is an SNF operated by owner Joseph Perlow in Trenton, New Jersey. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted to give families several routes to cover care. Located on Bellevue Avenue in a moderately walkable neighborhood that scores 69 for pedestrian accessibility, it sits well-positioned for regular family visits.

The facility runs a 106-bed community with an occupancy rate around 89 percent, signaling steady demand. Occupants stay 216 days on average, indicating a mix of short-term rehabilitation and longer-term placement.

Daily nursing support totals roughly 3 hours 57 minutes per resident, paired with on-site staff: registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nursing aides to support rehabilitation and ongoing care needs. The home provides a stable setting with consistent occupancy and resident tenure, denoting continuity of care and community relationships among residents and staff.

State inspections have flagged repeating themes involving medication administration accuracy, documentation completeness, and the maintenance of proper care monitoring and cleanliness standards.

Families assessing Belle Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center should inquire directly about how operational areas are managed daily and what quality oversight is implemented.

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Overview of Hudsonview Health Care Center

Hudsonview Health Care Center, 273 beds, sits at 9020 Wall Street in North Bergen, New Jersey. Skilled nursing, memory care, palliative care, hospice: all four are handled here. Shabsi Travitsky administers the facility. It’s owned by Hudsonview Center For Rehabi And Healthcare, LLC.

253 of the 273 beds are currently filled. That’s 93% occupancy. Nursing coverage per resident runs close to three hours a day on average, a mix of RN, LPN, and nurse aide hours.

Rehab here isn’t generic. There are separate tracks for orthopedic and cardiac recovery, for wound care and pain management, and for stroke and neurological rehab, on top of standard short-term and long-term nursing care. Physical, occupational, and speech therapists are staff, not contracted in from outside. A dementia care program runs separately from general memory care needs. Palliative and hospice services are both offered.

Rooms are private or semi-private, fully furnished. Dining is restaurant-style. There’s a penthouse patio with skyline views, and a salon and barber shop on-site. Inspections at Hudsonview have covered medication management, infection control, staff training, and resident rights, the standard areas regulators check. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted.

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Overview of The Meadows at Lawrence

The Meadows at Lawrence shines as the definition of innovation and compassionate senior living. The clinical services offered at The Meadows at Lawrence are exceptional. From specialized wound care to bariatric care, diabetic care to pain management, and a range of nutritional and therapeutic support, residents receive top-notch care that prioritizes their well-being. Moreover, the modern cottage living and long-term care options provide residents with a comfortable and secure environment where residents can flourish.

The library is a haven for book lovers, while the inviting dining area is a hub of delicious meals and lively conversations. The patio and fireplace, state-of-the-art kitchen, and spa area also ensure residents feel rejuvenated and in their best selves. The Family Matters program keeps families updated and engaged in the care of their loved ones as well, fostering a strong and healthy connection despite being away from home.

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Overview of Atria Tinton Falls

Atria Tinton Falls is a remarkable senior living community that adheres to the highest standards of care and comfort. Nestled in a serene environment, this community offers a range of living options, including assisted living and memory care facilities, designed to meet the unique needs of residents. Residents can rely on the expertise of a dedicated team who follows assisted living guidelines to provide personalized care and support. With a deep understanding of individual needs, the compassionate staff ensures that residents receive the assistance they require while maintaining their independence and dignity.

Their secure and thoughtfully designed spaces provide a safe and nurturing environment for individuals with memory-related conditions. The community employs innovative approaches and programs to enhance cognitive function and promote overall well-being. In addition to the exceptional care provided, Atria Tinton Falls offers engaging memory care day programs. These programs are designed to stimulate residents’ minds, encourage social interaction, and provide a sense of purpose. With a variety of activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, residents can enjoy fulfilling experiences and maintain a vibrant lifestyle.

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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.