Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in New Providence, New Jersey
1 of 2 nursing homes in New Providence (50%) meet our strict criteria. The New Jersey statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
146
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$13,777 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in New Providence, New Jersey, is adequate, with 2 facilities and 1 recommended option. Families should consider CONTINUING CARE AT LANTERN HILL, which boasts an A+ rating and 5 stars, as it stands out in a market where 50% of facilities meet quality recommendations.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 CONTINUING CARE AT LANTERN HILL (95) — Continuing Care at Lantern Hill boasts an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and an excellent CMS 5-star rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With an A+ grade and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community well-being, providing personalized support in a cozy environment.
The other 1 New Providence facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $13K.
Recommended
Continuing Care at Lantern Hill boasts an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and an excellent CMS 5-star rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With an A+ grade and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community well-being, providing personalized support in a cozy environment.
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 | New Providence Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $13,777
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions New Providence 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?"
New Providence's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 New Providence facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; New Providence avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
New Providence 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 New Providence, NJ are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in New Providence (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in New Providence "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 New Providence?
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.