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Nursing Home in Florham Park
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Cheshire Home
Nursing Home in Florham Park
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Cheshire Home
Cheshire Home is a rehabilitation center in Florham Park, NJ, specializing in building independence for adults with spinal cord injuries and neurological conditions. It offers a unique Cheshire Achieve Roadmap to Independence™ program that focuses on individualized care and therapy. The facility has earned a 5-star rating from Medicare, reflecting its commitment to quality and safety.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
35
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
88.6%
Residents per day (avg)
33
Occupancy rate
88.6%
Residents per day (avg)
33
35-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with New Jersey averageOccupied beds
31 / 35
Average residents
119 per day
Facility TypeLong Term Care Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
License Number61421
CMS Certification Number315383
Accreditations501(c)(3) organization
Inspection Rating5-star rating from Medicare’s Care Compare
Cheshire Home is administrated by Mr. GEORGE ZEITLER.
Owner NameCHESHIRE HOME, INC.
Officers
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
James Whitney, Lisa Albitz, Lisa Albitz, Lucille Fennelly, Lucille Fennelly, Mark Clemente, Scott Mcclester, Stuart Milstein
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Minimum Age18
Specific ProgramsThe Cheshire Achieve Roadmap to Independence, Rise&Walk®, Cheshire Home’s Wheelchair Seating & Mobility Clinic, Skilled Care Nursing After Acute Rehab, Admissions Process Map, Become a Resident
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.
7 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Results
31 with citations
0 without citations
New Jersey average: 8 visits/inspections
New Jersey average: 6 inspections
New Jersey average: 22 inspections with citations
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Latest inspection
Date
November 20, 2025
41 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New Jersey average: 18 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Cheshire Home
The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025, did not identify any deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed multiple deficiencies related to resident care, including pressure ulcer management, medication administration, and infection control, as well as life safety code issues such as fire safety system maintenance and smoke barrier integrity. Complaint investigations in 2023 substantiated concerns about inadequate RN coverage and medication availability, which affected resident care. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows improvement, with the most recent survey free of deficiencies after several prior reports noted various issues.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
New Jersey average 4
Last Health inspection on Sep 2024
Total health citations
13
New Jersey average 20.9
Citations per inspection
4.33
New Jersey average 5.35
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 13 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.4
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
13 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Sep 06, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Sep 06, 2024
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Sep 06, 2024
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Sep 06, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Sep 06, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Sep 06, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Sep 06, 2024
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Sep 06, 2024
Corrected
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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Florham Park The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
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| Cheshire Home |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Florham Park | 35 | 98.6% | +28% | 6.21 | +9% | +60% | 0 | 13 | 4.3 | 0 | 33 | - | - | Genova, Frank | - | - | - | 315383 |
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
115
Employees
73
Contractors
42
Staff to resident ratio
3.71:1
109% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average ratio: 1.77:1
Avg staff/day
41
Average shift
7.5 hours
6% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
27,809
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
12
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
37
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
40
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
4.4%
1,212 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 19
Certified Nursing Assistant: 14
Registered Nurse: 3
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Feeding Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Qualified Activities Professional: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 26 | 14 | 40 | 11,249 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 19 | 37 | 7,648 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 3 | 12 | 2,237 | 91 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,523 | 90 | 99% | 8.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,394 | 70 | 77% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 470 | 65 | 71% | 6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 450 | 60 | 66% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 442 | 59 | 65% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 431 | 58 | 64% | 7.2 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 420 | 56 | 62% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 420 | 56 | 62% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 390 | 52 | 57% | 7.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 90 | 12 | 13% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 45 | 19 | 21% | 2.4 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 33 | 11 | 12% | 3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 15 | 16% | 2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 23 | 25% | 1.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 4 | 4% | 4.4 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 4% | 0.8 |
40 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
37 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
99%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
77%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
66%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
65%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
64%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
62%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
62%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
57%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
13%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
21%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
12%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
16%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
25%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
4%
1 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days
4%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
31
Medicaid
21
67.7% of residents
Private pay or other
10
32.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.8
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.8
30% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.8
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
0.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
0.6
96% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 12.4
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
1.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
1.1%
89% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 10.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
0.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
0.0%
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 16.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
32.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
32.0%
425% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.2%
53% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 4.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.9%
39% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.3%
7% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 93.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
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%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Cheshire Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
93.1%
↓ 5.1pp vs 2020
Net Income
$432.5K
↑ ~$423.8K vs 2020
Total Payroll
$7.1M
↑ ~$361.5K vs 2020
Profit Margin
5.2%
↑ 5.1pp vs 2020
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