Best Skilled Nursing in Newark, New Jersey
5 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 5 skilled nursing communities in Newark. Families rate them 3.6 out of 5 on average, across 597 public reviews.
- 5communities
- 3.6average rating, 5 rated
- 597family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Forest Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
Newark, New Jersey
4.1(244)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Broadway House For Continuing Care
Newark, New Jersey
3.6(35)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
New Community Extended Care
Newark, New Jersey
3.6(54)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Newark, New Jersey
3.6(133)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Sinai Post-Acute Nursing & Rehab Center
Newark, New Jersey
3.1(131)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Newark
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Forest Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
4.1 (244 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
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Broadway House For Continuing Care
3.6 (35 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 78 units
- 3
3.6 (54 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 180 units
- 4
New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
3.6 (133 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 340 units
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Sinai Post-Acute Nursing & Rehab Center
3.1 (131 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 430 units
Reviews of Sinai Post-Acute Nursing & Rehab Center are mixed, with several families praising a recent change in leadership and staff who treat residents with compassion, while other reviewers report serious lapses such…
What families say about skilled nursing in Newark
Counted across the review summaries of 5 Newark communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Medical and nursing care 100%
- Caring, attentive staff 40%
- Well staffed 20%
- Activities and social life 20%
- Communication with families 20%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 60%
- Cost and billing 60%
- Staff attitude 20%
- Food and dining 20%
Skilled Nursing in Newark: the figures
- •Of the 5 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60.
- •5 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.4 out of 5: 2 rated four stars or better, 2 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (5), dietary accommodations (5), emergency call system (5), gathering / activity spaces (5), housekeeping (5), medication management (5).
Skilled Nursing near Newark
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Orange2.1 mi | 28 | 4.3 / 5 | 2.1 mi |
| City of Orange3 mi | 6 | 4.6 / 5 | 3 mi |
| Montclair4.3 mi | 8 | 4.8 / 5 | 4.3 mi |
| West Orange4.6 mi | 22 | 4.3 / 5 | 4.6 mi |
| Union6.4 mi | 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 6.4 mi |
| Jersey City6.7 mi | 15 | 4.1 / 5 | 6.7 mi |
| Elizabeth6.9 mi | 23 | 4.3 / 5 | 6.9 mi |
| Cedar Grove6.9 mi | 6 | 4 / 5 | 6.9 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 5 communities listed in Newark, 597 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
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Skilled Nursing in Newark: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Newark, New Jersey?
MyLivingChoice lists 5 skilled nursing long term care communities in Newark, New Jersey, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Newark are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Forest Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing (4.1★, 244 ratings), New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (3.6★, 133 ratings), New Community Extended Care (3.6★, 54 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Newark?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Newark has skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities), independent living (4 communities), assisted living (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Newark?
Families rate Newark skilled nursing long term care communities 3.6 out of 5 on average, across 597 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Newark skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 5 Newark communities, the most common praise is medical and nursing care (mentioned for 100%), caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 40%), well staffed (mentioned for 20%). The most common concerns are communication with families (60%), cost and billing (60%), staff attitude (20%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Newark?
Of the 5 Newark communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Newark nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Newark carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.4 out of 5. 2 are rated four stars or better and 2 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.