Garden State Rest Home in Burlington, NJ

Garden State Rest Home is an independent living community in Burlington, NJ.

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106 E Broad St, Burlington, NJ 08016

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.6 from 100 reviews
5 stars
79
4 stars
11
3 stars
3
2 stars
1
1 stars
6

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Overall Review of Garden State Rest Home

common 21 reviews mention this

Caring, responsive nursing teams

Residents and families consistently describe staff who listen and provide attentive care.

Many reviews focus on how nursing assistants, nurses, therapists, and care teams show up for residents day to day. Several families say the staff are respectful and compassionate, and they treat concerns seriously. A number of comments also highlight that clinicians coordinate care and keep families informed when conditions change.

caveat 11 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is mixed but prominent

Reviews show a notable divide between spotless impressions and serious cleanliness complaints.

Some visitors report the facility looks clean and well maintained, including comments about rooms being in order or improved after settling in. Other reviews describe serious cleanliness problems, including reports of dirty rooms and bathrooms and one account alleging biohazard-level conditions. Even with the positive mentions, cleanliness shows up as a recurring concern that families should pay attention to during a visit.

differentiator 5 reviews mention this

Therapy and care coordination stand out

Residents getting rehab or specialized support are often described as monitored by a coordinated team.

Several reviews mention hands-on rehabilitation and ongoing monitoring, including physical and occupational therapy and input from clinicians involved in resident care. Families also describe nurses and staff watching closely and communicating when a resident declines. One review also points to a transition into rehab and dialysis support as part of the care experience.

common 7 reviews mention this

Food gets praise and some complaints

Dining shows up frequently, with both satisfied comments and a few concerns about quality.

Some residents are described as well fed and enjoying meals, and at least one reviewer highlights dining support for individual dietary needs. At the same time, a couple of comments say food could be better, and one notes dissatisfaction alongside other visit issues. Overall, food quality appears to vary by person and experience.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Communication and waiting times frustrate

Some reviews point to delays getting help or follow-up during the admissions process.

One reviewer says they left messages for several days without a response from admissions. Another describes waiting a long time for assistance after using the call button, especially on weekends. These complaints stand apart from the broader praise for staff attentiveness.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Transportation

  • Trenton-Mercer County (14 miles away) Trenton-Mercer County (14 miles away)
  • Philadelphia International (25 miles away) Philadelphia International (25 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.5 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.7 miles)
  • Rite Aid (4.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Doc's Pub Irish Sports Bar (0.7 miles)
  • King George II Inn (1.2 miles)
  • The Golden Eagle Restaurant (1.7 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.9 miles)
  • Bencivengo's Tomato Pies (2.1 miles)
  • Crown Fried Chicken (2.3 miles)
  • New Golden Dawn Diner (2.4 miles)

Parks

  • Columbus Park (0.8 miles)
  • Hainesport Township Park (6.7 miles)
  • Champion Park Playground (11.2 miles)
  • Delaware River Canal Tow Path (11.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Dr.'s Eyecare Center (2 miles)
  • Cooper University Physicians (2.5 miles)
  • Cooper Hematology/Oncology (2.6 miles)
  • South Jersey Eye Physicians (5.4 miles)
  • Capital Health Primary Care - Columbus (5.9 miles)
  • Clermont Nadine N Md Virtua Memorial Hospital Mt Holly (7.1 miles)
  • Wilson Dermatology & Skin Care (7.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (11.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Jefferson Torresdale Hospital (6.7 miles)
  • Frankford Hospital-Bucks County (7.3 miles)
  • St Mary Rehab Hospital (9.4 miles)
  • Mercer Family Health Center (11.3 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Neshaminy 24 (6.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Trenton Transit Center (11.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Luke's Episcopal Church (11.3 miles)

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