Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lakewood, New Jersey
3 of 5 nursing homes in Lakewood (60%) meet our strict criteria. The New Jersey statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
713
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$72,276 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 Lakewood, New Jersey, is adequate with 5 facilities, 3 of which are recommended. Families should be aware of 1 facility to avoid due to $67,276 in total fines, while HARROGATE stands out as the top choice with a 5-star rating.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 HARROGATE (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. Non-profit ownership ensures a strong community focus, and the impressive Trust Score of 90/100 reflects the exceptional care provided to its 68 residents.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 CONCORD HEALTHCARE & REHABILITATION CENTER (85) — With a solid Trust Score of 85/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, Concord Healthcare offers quality care in a spacious environment of 120 beds. The B+ grade highlights its commitment to rehabilitation and patient satisfaction, making it a reliable choice.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 LEISURE CHATEAU REHABILITATION (75) — Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation boasts a CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, indicating a satisfactory level of care in a larger setting with 242 beds. Although it has a B grade, the facility's focus on rehabilitation services remains a strong point.
The other 2 Lakewood facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $72K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. Non-profit ownership ensures a strong community focus, and the impressive Trust Score of 90/100 reflects the exceptional care provided to its 68 residents.
With a solid Trust Score of 85/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, Concord Healthcare offers quality care in a spacious environment of 120 beds. The B+ grade highlights its commitment to rehabilitation and patient satisfaction, making it a reliable choice.
Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation boasts a CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, indicating a satisfactory level of care in a larger setting with 242 beds. Although it has a B grade, the facility's focus on rehabilitation services remains a strong point.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lakewood Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 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
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $72,276
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Lakewood 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?"
Lakewood'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 Lakewood facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lakewood avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lakewood 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 Lakewood, NJ are recommended?
3 of 5 nursing homes in Lakewood (60%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lakewood "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 Lakewood?
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.