Nursing Home

Excel Care At Dover

Overview of Excel Care at Dover
Excel Care at Dover is a healthcare center located in Dover, NJ. It offers a range of services including short-term rehabilitation, hospice care, and respite care. The facility is known for its compassionate staff and commitment to providing quality care.
(973) 361-5200

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
1/5
New Jersey average: 3.4/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
New Jersey average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
New Jersey average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
New Jersey average: 4.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 44m per day

This home provides 4% less nursing time per resident than the New Jersey average.

New Jersey average: 3h 54m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 155

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the New Jersey average
Occupancy rate 92.3%
Residents per day (avg) 137
Occupancy rate
92.3%
Residents per day (avg)
137

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

41% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

48% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$19.0M
Operating loss
-$1.1M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$19,000,407.00
Operating loss
$-1,050,052.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.1M
32.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$13.9M
Total costs $20.1M
Bed community size
155-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
92%
In line with New Jersey average
Occupied beds
143 / 155
Average residents 119 per day

License details

Facility type
Long Term Care Facility
Expiration December 31, 2025

Additional licensing details

License number: 61423
CMS Certification Number: 315355

Ownership & operating entity

Excel Care At Dover is administrated by TZVI WAXLER.

Owner name: GRANDE CENTER FOR POST ACUTE AND NURSING CARE LLC

Officers

Info Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility

Eliyahu Frankel, Rochel Frankel

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Short-Term Rehabilitation, Clinical Capabilities, Hospice / Palliative Care, Respite Care
Operating Hours
24 hours, 7 days a week

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.

13 visits/inspections

Results

57 with citations

0 without citations

New Jersey average: 8 visits/inspections

New Jersey average: 6 inspections

New Jersey average: 30 inspections with citations

Latest inspection

Date:November 20, 2025

35 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

New Jersey average: 18 deficiencies

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

New Jersey average 4


Last Health inspection on May 2024

Total health citations 33
Citations per inspection
8.25

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

24 of 33 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 33 resulted from complaint investigations; and 7 of 33 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 1
43% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 1
150% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 0.4

1 critical citation More info New Jersey average: 0.7

1 serious citation More info New Jersey average: 0.4

30 moderate citations More info New Jersey average: 19.3

1 minor citation More info New Jersey average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation May 31, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation May 31, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation May 31, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation May 31, 2024
Corrected

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SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

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Active Day Adult Services
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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

173
Total Staff
154
Employees
19
Contractors
52,678
Total Hours (Quarter)
68
Avg Staff/Day
8.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse257.9 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse288.6 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant659.1 No
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
118 staff
8.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
8 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
16 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services
25 staff
7hs shift avg
Other Services
4 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
9.7%
of total hours from contractors
5,102 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Licensed Practical Nurse: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant6506527,47791100%9.1
Licensed Practical Nurse2712810,10591100%8.6
Registered Nurse241254,72191100%7.9
Dietitian140142,7699099%7.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist7071,8676571%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0441,1119099%8.2
Physical Therapy Aide0229836976%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist0448127785%6.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician0667077481%6.5
Qualified Social Worker0114816369%7.6
Nurse Practitioner1014725965%8
Administrator1014645864%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014565763%8
Other Dietary Services Staff110112162325%6.7
Dental Services Staff3033722%7.4

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
148 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
28 residents (18.9%)
Medicaid
90 residents (60.8%)
Private pay or other
30 residents (20.3%)
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.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.7
13% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 6.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 14.0
12% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 12.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 10.1%
In line with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 10.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 15.0%
36% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 16.8%
6% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 16.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.4%
41% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 2.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.9%
20% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 6.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.1%
9% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 1.0%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.0%
51% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 4.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 5.6%
50% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 11.2%
In line with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.6%
7% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 93.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 97.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 91.7%
16% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 78.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.4%
19% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.0%
19% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 80.1%

Penalties and fines

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)

Total fines amount $139K
80% higher than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: $77K

Number of fines 1
50% fewer fines than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info 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 average

New Jersey average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $139K
New Jersey average $77K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. May 31, 2024
$139K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled, New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High urban demand; managed care model.

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+, New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

$40,000 (individual).

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.

~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).

Not assessed.

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

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.

~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).

Not assessed.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.

~$150,000/year (combined household, projected).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

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

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.

~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).

Not assessed.

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

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.

~$500,000/year (projected, subject to final regs).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

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

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

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

Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

New Jersey LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, NJ resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid available.

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

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

New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

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