Occupancy rate
64%
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%Atria Cranford
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Newark, NJ
Atria Cranford
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Newark, NJ
Overview of Atria Cranford
Atria Cranford in Cranford, NJ, is a highly recognized assisted living community that offers personal care, independent living, and memory care. With its secure and home-like setting, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. Residents can also maintain their independence with ease, especially with round-the-clock care, three chef-prepared meals daily, and housekeeping services. The community is also dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life through personalized care plans.
Cultural programs, social events, and fitness classes provide residents with more opportunities to connect with friends and stay active. A walking path, a garden, and a spacious courtyard ensure residents can rest and move around comfortably. Residents have a laid-back lifestyle, with the community’s beautiful location in the serene neighborhood of Cranford, near public transportation and parks. This assisted living community’s commitment to excellent care makes it one of the best options for senior living in New Jersey.
308-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 64 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%Occupied beds
196 / 308
Average residents per home in New Jersey
119 per day
Facility TypeComprehensive Personal Care Home
ExpirationApril 30, 2026
License Number82472
Atria Cranford is legally operated by Wg Cranford Sh, Llc, and administrated by Ms. Alma Rodriguez.
Officers
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
Ventas INC, Brian Wood, Christian Cummings, Holdings INC Ventas Aoc Operati, Housing LLC Ventas Senior, Michael Smith, Raymond Lewis, Timothy Doman
Comprehensive Personal Care
308 units
Total beds
308 units
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 24 - 384 / 384 - 652 / 240 - 395 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Atria Cranford
Assisted Living
Independent Living
1 / 4
Studio
1
224 - 384 sq. ft
1 Bed
1
642 - 672 sq. ft
Inspection History
In New Jersey, the Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing conducts mandatory unannounced surveys to ensure facilities provide safe and effective resident care.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
7 deficiencies
6 inspections
6 complaint investigations
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Jersey state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than New Jersey average:
• Complaint investigations (100% above) 4 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (61% below)
• Deficiencies per year (61% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% below)
• Total inspections (33% below)
• Complaint investigations (100% above) 4 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (61% below)
• Deficiencies per year (61% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% below)
• Total inspections (33% below)
Latest Inspection
November 20, 2025
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 7 | 18 | This facility has 61% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (7 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 61% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 1.4 | 3.6 | This facility has 61% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1.4 vs. NJ avg 3.6).↓ 61% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.2 | 2 | This facility has 40% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1.2 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 40% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 6 | 9 | This facility has 33% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (6 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 33% better |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators.
| 6 | 3 | This facility has 100% more complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (6 vs. NJ avg 3).↑ 100% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025, did not identify any deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a mixed record, with some complaint investigations citing deficiencies related to medication administration, injury reporting, abuse prevention, and care planning, particularly around bed rails and staff-to-resident abuse. Inspectors noted issues with failure to report injuries and abuse incidents timely, incomplete abuse policies, and lapses in staff education on abuse prevention. Complaint investigations included one substantiated case of staff-to-resident abuse with delayed reporting and failure to notify authorities, while other complaints were found unsubstantiated. The inspection history suggests improvement over time, with the most recent report showing no deficiencies after prior concerns.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Atria Cranford
What neighborhood is Atria Cranford in?
Atria Cranford is in the Jackson Drive neighborhood of Cranford.
Who is the owner of Atria Cranford?
The legal owner and operator of Atria Cranford is Wg Cranford Sh, Llc.
Is Atria Cranford in a walkable area?
Atria Cranford has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Atria Cranford?
According to NJ state health department records, Atria Cranford's license number is 82472.
When does Atria Cranford's license expire?
According to NJ state health department records, Atria Cranford's license expires on April 30, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Atria Cranford?
Atria Cranford's occupancy is 64%.
Who is the administrator of Atria Cranford?
Ms. ALMA RODRIGUEZ is the administrator of Atria Cranford.
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