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10 Best Nursing Homes in Kearny, NJ

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Kearny nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Kearny, NJ may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Kearny or another care type is right for you. Browse 136 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Kearny.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Port Morris, LaGuardia Airport and Mott Haven.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Kearny, NJ

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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.
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Kearny, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Kearny is $7,279 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hoboken, NJ with an average of $6,953 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kearny, NJ vs. nearby cities

Kearny, NJ
$7,279/mo
$7,295/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kearny, NJ vs. the state and national average

Kearny, NJ
$7,279/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kearny vs. other types of senior living

$7,181/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,279/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Kearny, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$8,179/mo
Studio
$9,258/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,957/mo
2 Bedroom
$16,798/mo

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 Kearny

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Kearny

Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne

5.0
Although the expenence of needing to make this transition was not ideal, my experience w/ Arden easier than anticipated. Every single person I Interacted w/ was pleasent and I truly feel my great aunt is getting the best care possible. EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS.

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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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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Kearny nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kearny nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kearny, 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 Kearny 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 Kearny that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kearny, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
23.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.9%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
49.5%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
50.5%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
29.9%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
46.4%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25.8%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kearny 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 Kearny Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kearny, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
23.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19.6%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kearny 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 Kearny partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kearny, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.7%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
20.6%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kearny 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 Kearny communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kearny, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
18.6%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kearny 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 Kearny offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kearny, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
21.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.7%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.9%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
22.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
12.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.7%
0.4%
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