Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Perth Amboy, New Jersey
1 of 2 nursing homes in Perth Amboy (50%) meet our strict criteria. The New Jersey statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
429
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$23,989 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 Perth Amboy, New Jersey, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and only 1 recommended. Families should be cautious, as the avoid tier includes a facility with total fines of $23,989, despite the top-rated Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare receiving a 4-star rating.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 ALAMEDA CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE (70) — The Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare boasts a solid CMS rating of 4 stars and a commendable Grade B, indicating a strong commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this for-profit facility effectively manages its 250 beds, providing a reliable option for those seeking rehabilitation and healthcare services.
The other 1 Perth Amboy facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $23K.
Recommended
The Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare boasts a solid CMS rating of 4 stars and a commendable Grade B, indicating a strong commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this for-profit facility effectively manages its 250 beds, providing a reliable option for those seeking rehabilitation and healthcare services.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Perth Amboy Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
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
- 1 Have fines totaling $23,989
Questions Perth Amboy 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?"
Perth Amboy's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Perth Amboy facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Perth Amboy avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Perth Amboy 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 Perth Amboy, NJ are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Perth Amboy (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Perth Amboy "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 Perth Amboy?
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.