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Heritage of Clara Barton, located in the historic section of Edison, NJ, offers a new way for seniors to embrace independence in a supportive community. The pet-friendly assisted and independent living community is situated in a beautifully renovated school building from 1921, featuring 84 spacious assisted living apartments and 27 independent living apartments. Residents enjoy a warm, home-like atmosphere where they live among friends and neighbors, with around-the-clock support and assistance tailored to their individual needs.
The community encourages family involvement and communication, recognizing the importance of staying connected with loved ones. Heritage of Clara Barton’s comprehensive services include assisted living, independent living, 24-hour staffing, personalized care plans, physical, occupational and speech therapy, dementia care, medication management, and more. Residents can take advantage of numerous amenities, such as a 24/7 bistro, wellness center, beauty salon, movie theater, restaurant-style dining, and a variety of activities and events to keep them happy and healthy.
Higher than the New Jersey average: 77%Heritage of Clara Barton is legally operated by Heritage Of Clara Barton, and administrated by Mr. Tzvi Posen.
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
Ms . Racheal Silberman
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Jersey state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 5 | 18 | This facility has 72% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (5 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 72% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 1 | 3.6 | This facility has 72% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 3.6).↓ 72% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1 | 2 | This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 50% better |
Per-category split of the 1 deficiencies recorded across all inspections. Counts are compared against the New Jersey state average for each category. A green dot means this facility is below the state average for that category; an amber dot means it is above.
Inspections
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 5 | 9 | This facility has 44% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (5 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 44% better |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators.
| 3 | 3 | This facility has complaint investigations in line with the New Jersey average (3 vs. NJ avg 3).— At avg |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
5.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Edison's city center to Heritage of Clara Barton's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.73 miles to nearest hospital (HMH JFK University Medical Center)
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Heritage of Clara Barton is located in Edison, New Jersey.
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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
| Brighton Gardens of Edison |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Edison (Oak Tree Road) | 118
Facility
118
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#287 / 561 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#198 / 640 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Brighton Gardens Of Edison | Mikaela Ellis |
90.5%
Facility
90.5%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#88 / 450 | A+ | 5 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#254 / 519 | 2
Facility
2
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#157 / 519 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#150 / 519 |
| Heritage of Clara Barton |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Edison (Clara Barton) | 98
Facility
98
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#391 / 561 | Yes |
75
Facility
75
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#122 / 640 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Heritage Of Clara Barton | Mr. Tzvi Posen |
91.8%
Facility
91.8%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#72 / 450 | - | 5 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#254 / 519 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#113 / 519 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#117 / 519 |
Heritage of Clara Barton is in the Clara Barton neighborhood of Edison.
Heritage of Clara Barton has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to NJ state health department records, Heritage of Clara Barton's license number is 50a005.
According to NJ state health department records, Heritage of Clara Barton's license expires on September 30, 2026.
Heritage of Clara Barton's occupancy is 92%.
Mr. Tzvi Posen is the administrator of Heritage of Clara Barton.
Heritage of Clara Barton has 98 beds.
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