Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in East Orange, New Jersey
1 of 4 nursing homes in East Orange (25%) meet our strict criteria. The New Jersey statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 3 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
712
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$15,240 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in East Orange, New Jersey, is adequate, with 25% of the four facilities recommended. Families should note that the top-rated facility, Brookhaven Health Care Center, has a B+ rating and four stars, indicating a solid option in a limited selection.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 BROOKHAVEN HEALTH CARE CENTER (85) — Brookhaven Health Care Center stands out with a solid Trust Score of 85/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars. With 122 beds and a B+ grade, this for-profit facility offers reliable care without any federal fines, making it a commendable choice for those seeking quality nursing services.
The other 3 East Orange facilities didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $15K.
Recommended
Brookhaven Health Care Center stands out with a solid Trust Score of 85/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars. With 122 beds and a B+ grade, this for-profit facility offers reliable care without any federal fines, making it a commendable choice for those seeking quality nursing services.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | East Orange Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $15,240
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions East Orange Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
East Orange's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 4 East Orange facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; East Orange avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
East Orange facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in East Orange, NJ are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in East Orange (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in East Orange "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in East Orange?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.