Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (54% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 28 days.
The Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough, New Jersey, a part of the Bridgeway Senior Healthcare family of senior living and care communities, is the newest community, providing long-term care, skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation in a comfortable, safe, and home-like environment. It is conveniently located on the same campus as its sister community the Avalon Assisted Living Residence at Hillsborough.
At the Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center, staff is here to help individuals get on the road to recovery. It offers comprehensive Physical, Occupational and Speech therapies on-site 7 days a week along with specialized programs for Hip, Knee, Stroke, Cardiac, Neurology, and Pulmonary therapies.
Whether an individual’s needs require short-term care, long-term nursing care or rehabilitative support post-hospitalization, for aging or chronic illness, the Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center offers high-quality care in a comfortable, compassionate environment. The staff treats every resident with the utmost respect and dignity and strives to help each person function at the highest level possible by providing a variety of skilled services. Patient education and communication are at the core of these services.
An interdisciplinary, experienced care team of nurses, therapists, and certified nursing assistants is accessible around-the-clock to respond to the unique needs of each patient and resident. A physician directs all care, and the team is in regular contact with families so that they can rest assured that their loved one is happy, comfortable and receiving the care they require. The nursing team is acclaimed for the quality of service it provides.
The goal is to help patients achieve maximum functional ability and improve their health so they can return home as quickly and safely as possible. All therapies include a coordinated “transition to home” program, virtual rehabilitation, state-of-the-art assistive equipment and technologies, and advanced pain management.
If more support is required before returning home and to activities of daily living, patients can transition easily to one of Bridgeway Senior Healthcare’s Avalon Assisted Living Residences for the additional therapy they need to help get them get back to doing what they love. During their stay, residents can enjoy the lovely outdoor courtyards, a robust activities schedule and elegant dining – all designed to enhance their healing process
Once a resident in any of the Bridgeway Senior Healthcare family of communities, individuals will have access to a comprehensive family of coordinated health services. In addition to Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care and Skilled Nursing, other services include Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care (short-term stays), and Home Therapy. This continuum of care distinguishes Bridgeway Senior Healthcare from others and is what its family will deliver to its residents and their families.
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Bridgeway Senior Healthcare has received Newsweek’s and U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes awards and is recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in New Jersey. The Bridgeway Care & Rehabilitation Centers have been recognized by readers of the Courier News as Best Nursing Home, Best Physical Therapy, One of the Best for Company Culture, and One of the Best for Adult Community for several consecutive years.
Family owned and operated, Bridgeway Senior Healthcare is devoted to caring for seniors like family in communities that feel like home. Since 1981, it has been a respected leader in Central New Jersey, setting the standard for enriching the quality of life for seniors. It bridges the way for seniors to enjoy independent lives with the comfort, privacy and dignity they deserve.
Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough is legally operated by Bridgeway Care And Rehab Center At Hillsborough, and administered by Ms. Helen Bautista.
Anthony Pelligrino, Donald Pelligrino, Investments LLC R Rivera, Marie S. Pelligrino
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 46 | 18 | This facility has 156% more total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (46 vs. NJ avg 18).↑ 156% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 7.7 | 3 | This facility has 157% more deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (7.7 vs. NJ avg 3).↑ 157% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 3.8 | 2 | This facility has 90% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (3.8 vs. NJ avg 2).↑ 90% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
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Total inspections
| 12 | 9 | This facility has had 33% more total inspections than the New Jersey average (12 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 33% more |
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Complaint investigations
| 3 | 3 | This facility has complaint investigations in line with the New Jersey average (3 vs. NJ avg 3).— At avg |
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Nov 2025
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Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
13 of 17 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 17 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 17 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
State average: N/A
State average: N/A
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
14,040 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 67 | 104 | 171 | 27,427 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 69 | 93 | 8,405 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 22 | 1 | 23 | 7,152 | 92 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,951 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,665 | 67 | 73% | 6.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 10 | 10 | 1,731 | 91 | 99% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 9 | 9 | 1,676 | 82 | 89% | 6.2 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 880 | 63 | 68% | 8.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 65% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 63% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 62% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 6 | 6 | 421 | 57 | 62% | 6.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 407 | 52 | 57% | 7.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 378 | 71 | 77% | 3.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 306 | 69 | 75% | 2.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 221 | 30 | 33% | 7.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 62 | 22 | 24% | 2.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 14 | 15% | 1 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 12 | 13% | 1 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
54% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
43% of new residents, often for short stays.
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough from 2012–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (54% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 28 days.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Hillsborough Township's city center to Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
| Job Haines Home | NH AL HC RC SNF | Bloomfield (Bloomfield Avenue) | - | 40 | - | 85 | Studio / 1 Bed / Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Fellowship Village | NH AL HC HOS IL MC SNF | Basking Ridge | - | 67 | - | 25 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Bartley Healthcare Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | NH HOS MC PC RC SNF | Jackson Township (Bennetts Mills) | - | 234 | A+ | 19 | - |
| Winchester Gardens | NH AL HC IL MC RC SNF | Maplewood (Newark Heights) | - | 30 | - | 24 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough | NH | Hillsborough Township (Hillsborough) | - | 129 | A+ | 49 | - |
Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough is in the Hillsborough neighborhood of Hillsborough Township.
Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough is legally operated by Bridgeway Care And Rehab Center At Hillsborough, and administered by Ms. Helen Bautista.
Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to NJ state health department records, Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough's license number is 18104.
According to NJ state health department records, Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough's license expires on December 31, 2026.
Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough's occupancy is 93%.
Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough is registered as a for-profit in NJ.
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