Atria Cranford
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Cranford, NJ

Atria Cranford

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Cranford, 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. 

 

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
196
Bed community size
308-bed community Rank #7 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 560 homes we track in New Jersey for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Jersey facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 64 / 100 Rank #197 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 197th out of 628 homes we track in New Jersey for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New Jersey facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
64%
Rank #374 / 463Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 374th out of 463 homes we track in New Jersey for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 463. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
196 / 308
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeComprehensive Personal Care Home
StatusActive
ExpirationApril 30, 2027
License Number82472

Ownership & Operating Entity

Atria Cranford is legally operated by Atria Cranford, and administered by Ms. Alma Rodriguez.

Officers

Info 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

Type Of Units

Comprehensive Personal Care
308 units
Total beds
308 units

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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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 7 deficiencies 4 inspections 4 complaint investigations

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (61% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNJ Averagevs. NJ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 718 This facility has 61% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (7 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 61% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNJ Averagevs. NJ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 49 This facility has had 56% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (4 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 56% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 43 This facility has had 33% more complaint investigations than the New Jersey average (4 vs. NJ avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 33% more

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 24 - 384 / 384 - 652 / 240 - 395 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

Studio
Studio
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1
224 - 384 sq. ft
1 Bed
1 Bed
1
642 - 672 sq. ft

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Atria Cranford

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cranford's city center to Atria Cranford's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 6.05 miles to nearest hospital (Overlook Medical Center)

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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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.
Atria Cranford
AL
IL
MC
Cranford
308
Facility 308
NJ AVG 125
Rank #7 / 560
Yes
64
Facility 64
NJ AVG 48
Rank #197 / 628
Studio / 1 BedAtria CranfordMs. Alma Rodriguez 63.6% 4
7
Facility 7
NJ AVG 18
Rank #203 / 412
1.8
Facility 1.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #222 / 412
Arbor Terrace Middletown
AL
IL
MC
Middletown Township (Hendrickson Corners)
104
Facility 104
NJ AVG 125
Rank #358 / 560
Yes
57
Facility 57
NJ AVG 48
Rank #225 / 628
Private RoomsArbor Terrace Of MiddletownMs. Nicole D'andrea 58.7% 4
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 412
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 412
Arbor Terrace Roseland
AL
MC
RC
Roseland
100
Facility 100
NJ AVG 125
Rank #367 / 560
Yes
34
Facility 34
NJ AVG 48
Rank #413 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBenchmark At RoselandMs. Shannon Basile 76.0% 3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 412
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 412
The Bristal at Waldwick
AL
MC
Waldwick
93
Facility 93
NJ AVG 125
Rank #413 / 560
Yes
15
Facility 15
NJ AVG 48
Rank #557 / 628
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsThe Bristal At WaldwickMrs. Colette Peteet 77.4% 2
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 412
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 412
Winchester Gardens
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Maplewood (Newark Heights)
30
Facility 30
NJ AVG 125
Rank #545 / 560
Yes
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 48
Rank #481 / 628
Studio / 1 BedWinchester Gardens Health Care CenterMr. David Weiner 86.7% 6
19
Facility 19
NJ AVG 18
Rank #275 / 412
3.2
Facility 3.2
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #319 / 412

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

Atria Cranford is located in Cranford, New Jersey.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Jersey.

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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NJ

High urban demand; managed care model.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Medical services

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+
General New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
NJ

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Home modifications (~$1,000 avg.)

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings) Premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark)

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NJ

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year combined household, projected
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.

Benefits
Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.

Benefits
Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters)

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.
Income Limits (2025) ~$500,000/year projected, subject to final regs
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.

Benefits
Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NJ

Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.

Benefits
Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NJ

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NJ

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Atria Cranford

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, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Atria Cranford?

Atria Cranford's occupancy is 64%.

Are pets allowed at Atria Cranford?

Yes, Atria Cranford allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Atria Cranford?

Ms. Alma Rodriguez is the administrator of Atria Cranford.

How many beds does Atria Cranford have?

Atria Cranford has 308 beds.

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