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Forest Hill for Rehabilitation and Healing is a community that proudly elevates the recovery experience of its residents. An excellent nursing home that offers a friendly atmosphere because of the staff who are able to provide empathy and compassion to its residents. Forest Hill is the ideal home for seniors or their families who are looking for an environment that is resident-friendly or can allow residents to maintain a level of individuality and conquer independence.
Forest Hill management ensures that the mental, physical, and emotional needs of their residents are met and satisfied. Residents are provided a list of rehabilitative and skilled nursing services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy; long-term care such as respite care, chronic pain management, and 24-hour nursing; specialty care including orthopedic care, IV therapy, and post-op rehab needs.
Maria Levy serves as the Administrator at Forest Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing. She leads the team in delivering the highest quality of care and is committed to ensuring each resident receives the best quality of life possible. Maria and her team continuously strive for excellence in healthcare delivery at the community.
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.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
41% of new residents, often for short stays.
26% 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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Forest Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is legally operated by FOREST HILL SNF OPERATIONS LLC, and administrated by MARIA LEVY.
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.
5 complaint inspections
4 routine inspections
New Jersey average: 8 visits/inspections
New Jersey average: 6 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.
New Jersey average: 18 deficiencies
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
2.6 miles from city center
497 Mt Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 8.6 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 7.9 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 55 | 8.1 | No |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 55 | 0 | 55 | 20,352 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 0 | 20 | 6,880 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 1 | 14 | 4,655 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,571 | 68 | 75% | 7.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,471 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,188 | 68 | 75% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,028 | 74 | 81% | 6.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 749 | 77 | 85% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 660 | 75 | 82% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 529 | 66 | 73% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 508 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 468 | 63 | 69% | 7.4 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 444 | 56 | 62% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 384 | 49 | 54% | 7.8 |
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
3.8 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
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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.
35% below New Jersey average.
31% below New Jersey average.
11% above New Jersey average.
86% above New Jersey average.
43% below New Jersey average.
66% below New Jersey average.
64% below New Jersey average.
54% below New Jersey average.
4% below New Jersey average.
3% above New Jersey average.
17% above New Jersey average.
38% better than New Jersey average
15% better than New Jersey average 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)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Last updated: Jan 2026
Historical financial and operational data for Forest Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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