Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Freehold, New Jersey
3 of 5 nursing homes in Freehold (60%) meet our strict criteria. The New Jersey statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
658
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$271,495 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Freehold, New Jersey, is adequate, with 60% of the 5 facilities recommended. Families should note that while the top-rated facility, MANOR, THE, holds a B+ rating, two facilities have a total of $271,495 in fines, warranting caution.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 MANOR, THE (83) — The Manor stands out with a strong Trust Score of 83/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care and has maintained a clean record with no fines, providing a safe and supportive environment for its 123 residents.
- 2 APPLEWOOD VILLAGE (80) — Applewood Village boasts a commendable Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. This non-profit facility prioritizes community involvement and has no reported fines, making it an excellent choice for families seeking compassionate care for their 60 residents.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 JEWISH HOME FOR REHABILITATION AND NURSING, THE (75) — The Jewish Home for Rehabilitation and Nursing offers a reliable option with a Trust Score of 75/100 and a CMS rating of 4 stars. Despite being a for-profit facility, it has demonstrated quality care with no fines, catering well to its 150 residents with a focus on rehabilitation and nursing services.
The other 2 Freehold facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $271K.
Recommended
The Manor stands out with a strong Trust Score of 83/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care and has maintained a clean record with no fines, providing a safe and supportive environment for its 123 residents.
Applewood Village boasts a commendable Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. This non-profit facility prioritizes community involvement and has no reported fines, making it an excellent choice for families seeking compassionate care for their 60 residents.
The Jewish Home for Rehabilitation and Nursing offers a reliable option with a Trust Score of 75/100 and a CMS rating of 4 stars. Despite being a for-profit facility, it has demonstrated quality care with no fines, catering well to its 150 residents with a focus on rehabilitation and nursing services.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Freehold Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.2 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $271,495
Questions Freehold Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Freehold's city average is 3.2 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 5 Freehold facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Freehold avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Freehold 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 Freehold, NJ are recommended?
3 of 5 nursing homes in Freehold (60%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Freehold "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 Freehold?
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.