Page 28 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. 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.
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.
Complete Care At Ocean Grove Llc
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Ocean Grove (Neptune Township)
147B-No 89 -Complete Care At Ocean Grove LLCJoseph Stern 59.9% 7182.6
Big Oak Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Pittsgrove
84B+No 18 -The Gardens Operator, LLCMr. Refael Cziment 100.0% 8486.0
Belle Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Trenton
106D-No 69 -Bellevue Garden Group LLCMs. Adetoun Adebowale 88.7% 78211.7
Sunrise of Bridgewater
SC
AL
MC
Bridgewater (Bridgewater Center)
112D-Yes 33 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBridgewater Opco, LLCMr. Jonathan Graf 71.4% 4174.3
Sunrise of Marlboro
SC
AL
HOS
MC
Marlboro
110DYes 36 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWelltower Opco Group LLCMs. Ana Torres 54.5% 6244.0
Bayonne Medical Center Transitional Care Services
SC
NH
SNF
Bayonne (Constable Hook)
17ANo 88 -Ijkg Opco, L.l.cMs. Deborah Petersen 65.9% 210.5
Barclays Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
SC
NH
RC
SNF
Cherry Hill
108B+No 4 -Barclays Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center LLCMr. Yoel Teitelbaum 88.9% 12332.8
North Cape Center
SC
NH
North Cape May (North Wildwood)
120B+No 20 -700 Town Bank Road Operations LLCMs. Jennifer Hess 85.0% 5295.8
Complete Care At Inglemoor, Llc
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Englewood
62C+No 95 -Complete Care At Inglemoor, LLCMr. Ian Singer 90.3% 9465.1
Cranford Park Care
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
East Cranford (Cranford)
100B-No 95 -Cranford Operating, LLCMr. Mordechai Kraus 64.0% 14795.6
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Overview of Complete Care at Ocean Grove

Complete Care at Ocean Grove provides nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Ocean Grove, NJ. Nursing home and skilled nursing services offer ongoing support and licensed nursing care for residents with medical needs. Hospice care centers on comfort, while palliative care addresses symptoms linked to serious illness. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver is traveling or recovering.

Post-acute rehabilitation and short-term rehab support recovery after an illness or injury. Clinical programs include orthopedic and post-surgical, cardiac, neuro and stroke, pulmonary, renal, bariatric, and psychology and psychiatric care, so residents can receive support focused on these needs. The community has 147 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 15 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public and direct-payment options for covered or self-funded care. Joseph Stern serves as the administrator. The range of short-term rehabilitation, ongoing nursing, hospice, palliative, and respite services may make Complete Care at Ocean Grove a good fit for someone whose care needs include recovery support or longer-term medical care.

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Overview of Big Oak Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Big Oak Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center provides nursing home care, hospice care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Pittsgrove, NJ. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care addresses end of life needs, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Rehabilitation services are available for residents receiving recovery focused care. The community has 84 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 29 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the combined daily nurse time available for each resident.

The range of services may be a good fit for someone who needs licensed nursing support, end of life care, or a temporary stay during a caregiver’s absence. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Mr. Refael Cziment serves as the administrator, and The Gardens Operator operates the community.

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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 Sunrise of Bridgewater

Burrowed in the serene neighborhood of East Bridgewater, NJ, Sunrise of Bridgewater is a prominent senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Featuring various homey and pet-friendly floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, and companion suites, residents enjoy a warm and wonderful retirement. With a caring, dedicated, and well-trained team providing the utmost care and assistance around the clock, seniors experience unmatched comfort.

Sunrise of Bridgewater respects the differences of each resident, communicating with them to devise a care plan tailored to their unique needs and aspirations. A jam-packed calendar of interactive activities and nurturing learning opportunities are conducted to ensure seniors remain happy and engaged with their surroundings. Catering to seniors’ dietary needs and tastes, the community serves delicious and healthy meals. Find solace and explore new things with the serene grounds of Sunrise of Bridgewater.

Starting Price $7,400/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Sunrise of Marlboro

Located in Marlboro, NJ, Sunrise of Marlboro offers exceptional assisted living, memory care services, short-term stays and hospice coordination. Set in a warm and vibrant community, seniors can enjoy beautiful surroundings, engaging programs, and local excursions, fostering a fulfilling lifestyle. Residents can choose from a variety of floorplans and rest assured with a trained team available to provide assistance 24/7.

Sunrise of Marlboro is dedicated to providing standard-setting care rooted in values of independence and dignity. The community prides itself on responsive, relationship-based care tailored to individual needs and preferences. Residents benefit from a variety of amenities and programs, including homemade meals, resident pet companionship, and a range of activities such as drumming sessions, meditation, and yoga ball exercises. The community’s inviting spaces, including picnic areas and a library, offer opportunities for relaxation and socialization, while the in-house culinary team ensures delightful seasonal dishes and snacks are always available in the bistro—a hub for gatherings and games.

Starting Price $5,138/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Bayonne Medical Center Transitional Care Services

Bayonne Medical Center Transitional Care Services is a hospital-based skilled nursing and transitional care facility located in the Constable Hook neighborhood of Bayonne, New Jersey. Operated by Carepoint Health under the direction of administrator Ms. Deborah Petersen, the 17-room community offers a highly focused, clinical environment designed specifically for short-term recovery rather than long-term residential senior living.

The facility’s integration within a hospital campus gives residents direct access to acute clinical resources, while Jersey City Medical Center, the nearest hospital, sits approximately 4.67 miles away. The care model is built around a strong registered nurse presence relative to standard nursing facility averages. Daily, registered nurses provide an average of 3 hours and 13 minutes of care per resident, supplemented by 2 hours and 32 minutes from nurse aides and 42 minutes from licensed practical nurses.

The neighborhood has a walk score of 88, indicating a highly walkable environment where visiting family members can easily run errands on foot. State regulatory inspections show a citations-per-inspection rate of zero, indicating a consistent history of safety and administrative compliance.

Prospective residents and their families looking for short-term physical rehabilitation or post-hospital nursing support in Hudson County can contact the facility directly to discuss admission and recovery options.

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Overview of Barclays Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Barclays Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, and respite care in Cherry Hill, NJ. Skilled nursing gives residents access to licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while respite care offers a short term stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time away. Long term care is also available for residents who need ongoing support, so the community may be a good fit for someone who needs continuing nursing care or a temporary rehabilitation stay.

The home has 108 beds, creating a setting with more residents and staff than a small community. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 22 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services are available through a therapy gym, allowing residents to receive therapy within the community rather than arranging transportation elsewhere.

Dining includes chef prepared meals with specialty diets available, accommodating residents whose nutritional needs require adjusted menus. A beauty and barber shop provides grooming services on site. Payment options are Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay; Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a qualifying hospital stay, while Medicaid may help cover a longer stay for an eligible resident whose savings do not cover the full cost. Mr. Yoel Teitelbaum serves as the administrator, and state inspections have reviewed the community’s routine care and safety standards.

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North Cape Center

700 Town Bank Road, North Cape May, NJ 08204
Overview of North Cape Center

North Cape Center is a nursing home in North Cape May, NJ. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing oversight and assistance with daily needs for residents who require continuing support, so the community may be a good fit for someone whose care needs extend beyond occasional help at home. It has 120 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 15 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nursing time assigned to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to fund care. Ms. Jennifer Hess serves as administrator. 700 Town Bank Road Operations operates the community.

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Overview of Complete Care at Inglemoor

Complete Care at Inglemoor provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Englewood, NJ. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while nursing home care supports a longer term residence. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs temporary support.

Postacute rehabilitation and short term rehabilitation are available after an illness, injury, or surgery, with medical and therapy services to support recovery. This may suit a resident who needs rehabilitation after hospitalization, or a family seeking short term, respite, or longer term nursing support in one setting.

The home has 62 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 37 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, and Mr. Ian Singer serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Cranford Park Care

Cranford Park Care is a 100 bed nursing home in Cranford, NJ, offering memory care, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom management. Respite care provides a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time away.

The community provides rehabilitative care, residential care, transitional care, rehabilitation services, and short term rehabilitation. These programs can suit a resident recovering through therapy, someone needing residential care, or a family seeking temporary care while a primary caregiver travels or recovers. Cranford Park Care may be a good fit for someone whose needs include nursing support, memory care supervision, rehabilitation, or short term respite.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care costs. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 51 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. The area has a Walk Score of 95, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Mr. Mordechai Kraus serves as administrator, and Cranford Operating operates the community.

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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