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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is an independent healthcare center situated in the scenic township of Berkeley Heights. As an award-winning and state-of-the-art nursing center, this skilled nursing community offers rehabilitation and long-term care services with 24/7 skilled nursing for various complex medical conditions.
Their commitment to providing top-notch care is reflected in their acceptance of Medicare, Medicaid, most insurances, and private pay. Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights takes pride in serving the community with heart and a dedication to excellence in healthcare.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is an independently owned and operated healthcare center that is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name and receive non-healthcare related services. All healthcare-related services are provided solely by Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights.
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
52% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
37% of new residents, often for short stays.
11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is legally operated by BHEIGHTS ASSOCIATES, LLC, and administrated by SHIMON SITZER.
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
Mjh Group, LLC, Aryeh Stern, Mr . David Gluck, Morris Meisels, Mr . Samuel Handler
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.
1 complaint inspections
8 routine inspections
On a scale from A (least severe) to L (most severe).
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
-39%-2%
+19%Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
+70%+28%+17%Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
-64%-1%-11%
Complete Care at Woodlands -39%-2%+19%
Runnells Care Center +70%+28%+17%
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights -64%-1%-11%
0.9 miles from city center — 4.92 miles to nearest hospital (Overlook Medical Center)
35 Cottage St, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 6.7 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 78 | 8.2 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 180 | 8.3 | Yes |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 34 | 146 | 180 | 21,551 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 58 | 78 | 8,852 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,114 | 91 | 100% | 6.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,137 | 68 | 75% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 955 | 74 | 81% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 917 | 78 | 86% | 8.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 915 | 78 | 86% | 6.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 729 | 55 | 60% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 524 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 485 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 479 | 65 | 71% | 5.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 467 | 59 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 413 | 55 | 60% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 390 | 49 | 54% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 211 | 41 | 45% | 5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 175 | 22 | 24% | 7.9 |
New Jersey average 4
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
18 of 22 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 22 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 22 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
0
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.7
1
150% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.4
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Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.6
32% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.6
23% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 12.4
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
9.8%
In line with New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 10.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
4.9%
56% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
14.0%
12% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 16.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.3%
47% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.0%
17% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.2%
54% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 4.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.8%
75% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.9%
26% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
8% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 93.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 97.2%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.40
33% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.08
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.26
77% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.12
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
27% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 78.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.4%
63% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.5%
24% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 80.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
30.0%
18% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 25.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
7.0%
15% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 8.2%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.5%
34% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
42.3%
21% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
64.8%
28% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
33% higher than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: $77K
50% fewer fines than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.1
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 19, 2024Last updated: Jan 2026
Historical financial and operational data for Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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