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Nursing Homes Facilities near Carteret, NJ

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I was recently visiting a family member here and was amazed at the attention and care every resident was receiving. the staff was so engaging. the outdoor space is beautiful. I am happy my family member is...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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9.9
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34 reviews
9.9
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34 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is that both the administrative and nursing staff are very kind and approachable. Yes, we would recommend the community to other families based on the experience so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
estled in the vibrant heart of Brooklyn, Kings County, The Belvedere stands as a beacon of elegance and warmth in assisted living and memory care. This charming community, surrounded by the bustling energy and conveniences of a cosmopolitan neighborhood, offers its residents not just a place to...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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67 reviews
9.5
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67 reviews
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5 for the care and staff 4 for the lack of outside activities and walking club that were described at our meetings before we chose the facility. All in all it have been a good experience and I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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56 reviews
8.9
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Love the staff. They know me (his daughter) and my dad my name and sight Cleanliness is ok. Dining my dad loves the food. He does not do any of the activities at this time. We do not like needing to pay $12...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Brighton Gardens of Mountainside offers personalized care for older adults in Union County, NJ. Our compassionate team, including our Designated Care Managers, provides individualized care to fit your unique needs and preferences. We work to promote your independence, while providing you the...
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33 Floor plans available
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All 5s. I'm saving money by having my mom live here. What we like about Sunrise is how they keep the residents engaged. They socialize daily and my mom went from being captive in her bed to now moving...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.5
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80 reviews
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80 reviews
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Brighton Gardens of Edison was great matter fact I'm using them again in [date removed]. Really everything was great. Bill will be there in [date removed]. I guess the staff every time I had a question or a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Brighton Gardens of Edison is located just minutes from the Garden State Parkway, the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 1, Route 287, and is within walking distance from the Metro Park train station. Residents may enjoy the many nearby attractions including the Menlo Park Mall, seasonal farmers markets,...
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Have your loved one assessed before making a decision. Friendly staff, but when living in a different time zone, communication can be a challenge. Get emails and voice numbers and make sure they agree to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
(Please add to bottom of description)Sunrise of Westfield is not licensed for Medicaid.
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33 Floor plans available
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Everyone from the head of the department on down are very caring and attentive. The dining staff, maintenance dept, housing. I know I'm leaving something out but I have nothing but good thing to say about...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Brielle, a non-profit community featuring care-inclusive pricing structure, is nestled in a natural wooded oasis right on Staten Island. We offer assisted living and memory care on a 10-acre campus that's comfortably removed from the surrounding noise and hectic pace. It's an idyllic setting...
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1313 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.2
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140 reviews
9.2
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140 reviews
5 star
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My mother is adjusting nicely and making friends. It takes time. The staff helped her get comfortable and guided her. Originally she needed a higher level of care due to a fall but, true to their word, she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Conveniently located just off the Garden State Parkway, down the road from Rahway River Park, Atria Cranford has served Union County families for more than 20 years. A friendly, tenured staff – including more than 60 employees with over a decade of experience at the community – is available 24/7....
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77 Floor plans available
9.2
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16 reviews
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Pretty nice facilities. Staff is very friendly and professional. Very attentive to matching my mom's everyday living and medical needs. My only complaint is their fees as they charge for everything such as...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of The Heritage of Clara Barton
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9.5
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38 reviews
9.5
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38 reviews
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Food was good lots of choices. Staff was great. They had plenty of activities. They had weekly trips. I would highly recommend Clara Barton. Rooms were big. Price was right.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heritage of Clara Barton offers independent and assisted living services in a breathtaking and unique setting. Our community is actually a renovated school building built in the early 1920s and is now composed of 84 assisted living apartments and 27 independent living apartments.Our community...
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7.7
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My Mother has been at the facility for approximately 45 days as of today. The facility is very clean and the staff is very nice and attentive to her needs. I love that her medical needs can be met on-site....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
NEW INFOAvg resident age is 94 !! Age Min 65 years plus plus Best towns for referrals to be coming from/desired location:UNION COUNTY- Fanwood/Scotch Plains- Plainfield- Westfield- Cranford- Clark- Rahway
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8.0
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8.0
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Studio room, prices are all inclusive. I would recommend to others, Medicaid beds immediate availability (no 2 year pay down wait)
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Amber Court of Elizabeth offers comfortable, caring and affordable Assisted Living choices for seniors. We are located in the thriving downtown area of Elizabeth. We are near many urban conveniences, such as restaurants, shopping, banking, entertainment, and much more. Major highways and public...
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I am currently a resident at Bethany Residence and so far my experience here has been great. The staff and the other residents are great. It's great to communicate with nice people. Also, [Name removed] is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I have been to many places like this and this place just has it all. They care about each of the patients from what I see, and I am here every day with my husband. They give the patient hope. I would give it...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Venetian Care & Rehabilitation Center offers a unique and person-centered approach to care in a quaint, home-like setting. Our distinct design features small neighborhoods with more hands-on staff to meet your individual needs than any standard nursing home. Whether you are recovering...
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My loved one likes it a lot better than the other places she has been at. She seems happy with the therapy. They were helpful at very nice. The women at the front desk was very pleasant. It looked pretty...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Situated in the tranquil Scotch Plains, Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center is the superior choice for state of the art skilled nursing care in a friendly atmosphere. We are proudly a Medicare 5-star community, which you will find apparent in the dedication and individualized attention from our...
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Everyone was really friendly. The meals have gotten better over the time my loved one has been there. They are on top of that. They call me often. I think that the nurses are a little unorganized and need...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Since 1964, Cornell Hall Care & Rehabilitation Center has been the trusted skilled nursing and rehabilitation center of the Union community.We provide comprehensive skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services, customized to each resident’s individual needs. Therapy is available up...
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We have had an excellent experience so far, the place is lovely and overall we are very pleased. Just like everybody else there are times where you can tell they are understaffed but they are still very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Since our beginning in the early 20th century as a not for profit community, we have provided a quality retirement experience. Now, as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, that retirement experience includes a gracious and elegant lifestyle augmented by highly professional staff, outstanding...
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My mom stayed at Ditmas Park for short-term rehab, and I was blown away by how clean and calm the place felt. The therapists kept her motivated every single day, and the nurses treated her like family.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Staff was very courteous and attentive. They took a while to adjust to the needs of my uncle, who had a communication barrier, but in a few weeks time they were able to adapt and accommodate his needs. Along...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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My uncle is recovering from a hip replacement at Alameda, and I recently went to visit. I was impressed with the cleanliness of the facility, and the progress with therapy I i have seen my uncle make. If you...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The food and activities could be better. But the staff couldn't be nicer and they treated [name removed] wonderfully. And the care he received was good. My family and I really had good feelings about the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Complete Care at Whispering Woods, an Edison, New Jersey Assisted Living Facility, we pride ourselves on the relationships we build with our residents and staff. Through frequent site visits and a hands-on approach from our top leadership, we create strong connections with both the residents...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Cranford Health & Extended Care is known in the community as a local, family owned facility offering Long Term Care, Short Term Rehabilitation and the new Alzheimer's/Dementia Assisted Living “Birchwood Square.” Upon admission to Cranford Health, an interdisciplinary team of professionals...
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Rehabilitation Center at Hartwick @ Oak Tree is excellent, attentive, caring, professional, competent in every way.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Well known as a provider of high quality nursing and rehabilitation care, Hartwyck at Oak Tree is a unique facility that provides not only geriatric care, but also specialized care for residents who are ventilator-dependent or suffering from traumatic brain injury. Our staff is highly skilled in...
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Dad is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff are friendly, helpful and attentive. They are encouraging him to participate in some of the daily activities. He seems to like the food and...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of nursing homes in Carteret, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Carteret is $7,511 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $7,066 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Carteret, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Carteret, NJ
$7,511/mo
$7,577/mo
$7,549/mo

Nursing homes costs in Carteret, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Carteret, NJ
$7,511/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Nursing homes costs in Carteret, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,337/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,511/mo

Nursing homes costs in Carteret, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,220/mo
Studio
$7,337/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,664/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,466/mo

Senior living costs in Carteret vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Carteret, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarteret, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Nursing Homes$7,511/mo$7,042/mo$4,761/mo
Assisted Living$7,310/mo$6,962/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$7,337/mo$7,042/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living$6,626/mo$5,983/mo$3,951/mo
Nursing Homes
Carteret, NJ:$7,511/mo
New Jersey:$7,042/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Assisted Living
Carteret, NJ:$7,310/mo
New Jersey:$6,962/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Carteret, NJ:$7,337/mo
New Jersey:$7,042/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Carteret, NJ:$6,626/mo
New Jersey:$5,983/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Carteret

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Carteret

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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Sunrise of Lincroft

5.0
My mother has flourished at Sunrise of Lincroft. Her health and personal needs are provided for by a caring and kind staff and she can participate in a variety of activities that interest her and the other residents. The facility has a cozy home-like atmosphere. My mother is seen regularly by ...
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Sunrise of Westfield

5.0
I am the relative of a former resident. We moved my uncle one into the Sunrise of Westfield. We met with [name removed] during this process. Making a life decision of this nature is not an easy thing to do. [name removed] helped us through the process....... [name removed] was a genuine ...
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Carteret nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carteret nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carteret, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Carteret nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Carteret that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carteret, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
36.8%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
63.2%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
55.3%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.2%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
55.3%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.2%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.4%
17.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carteret nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Carteret Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carteret, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.2%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.5%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.9%
1.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carteret nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Carteret partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carteret, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
36.8%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Carteret nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Carteret communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carteret, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.1%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Carteret nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Carteret offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carteret, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.2%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
36.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
23.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.8%
0.4%
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