Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Somerset, New Jersey
2 of 3 nursing homes in Somerset (67%) meet our strict criteria. The New Jersey statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
533
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$104,680 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Somerset, New Jersey, is adequate, with 67% of the 3 facilities recommended for care. Families should be aware that while PARKER AT SOMERSET, INC stands out with an A+ rating, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $104,680.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 PARKER AT SOMERSET, INC (95) — Parker at Somerset, Inc. boasts an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to exceptional care. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused services while maintaining an A+ grade and a clean record with no fines, making it a premier choice for residents.
- 2 REGENCY HERITAGE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER (90) — Regency Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation Center shines with a CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 90/100. With zero fines and an A grade, this for-profit facility excels in providing quality rehabilitation services in a spacious environment, ensuring the well-being of its 265 residents.
The other 1 Somerset facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $104K.
Recommended
Parker at Somerset, Inc. boasts an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to exceptional care. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused services while maintaining an A+ grade and a clean record with no fines, making it a premier choice for residents.
A
90
Trust Score
Regency Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation Center shines with a CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 90/100. With zero fines and an A grade, this for-profit facility excels in providing quality rehabilitation services in a spacious environment, ensuring the well-being of its 265 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Somerset 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 | — |
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 $104,680
Questions Somerset 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?"
Somerset's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 Somerset facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Somerset avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Somerset 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 Somerset, NJ are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Somerset (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Somerset "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 Somerset?
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.