Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Monroe Township, New Jersey
1 of 3 nursing homes in Monroe Township (33%) meet our strict criteria. The New Jersey statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
410
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$116,305 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Monroe Township, New Jersey, is adequate, with three facilities and only one recommended option (33%). Families should note that while CRANBURY CENTER stands out with a B+ rating, there is one facility in the caution tier that has received fines, warranting careful consideration.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 CRANBURY CENTER (80) — Cranbury Center stands out with its impressive Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid B+ grade. The facility boasts a 4-star CMS rating, indicating high-quality care, and maintains a strong record with zero fines. With 154 beds, it offers a comfortable environment for residents, making it a highly recommended choice for nursing care.
The other 2 Monroe Township facilities didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $116K.
Recommended
Cranbury Center stands out with its impressive Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid B+ grade. The facility boasts a 4-star CMS rating, indicating high-quality care, and maintains a strong record with zero fines. With 154 beds, it offers a comfortable environment for residents, making it a highly recommended choice for nursing care.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Monroe Township Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $116,305
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Monroe Township 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?"
Monroe Township's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Monroe Township facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Monroe Township avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Monroe Township 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 Monroe Township, NJ are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Monroe Township (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Monroe Township "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 Monroe Township?
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.