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Elms of Cranbury

Elms of Cranbury is a nursing home community in Cranbury, NJ.

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61 Maplewood Ave, Cranbury, NJ 08512

To contact a resident: (609) 395-0641

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

3.9 from 129 reviews
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Overall Review of Elms of Cranbury

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Staff care is frequently praised

Residents and families often describe staff as attentive and supportive.

Many reviewers say the nurses, aides, and other care team members were patient, kind, and responsive to concerns. Several mention feeling comfortable leaving a loved one in their care, and some highlight communication and being kept informed. A few reviews also describe leadership involvement and social work support during stays.

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Rehab and therapy draw strong feedback

Physical and occupational therapy are a consistent focus of positive experiences.

A number of reviews specifically call out PT/OT as helpful, well organized, and effective for mobility and recovery goals. Some describe therapists as knowledgeable and patient, with check-ins and progress toward milestones. While most comments are positive, a few mention issues with scheduling or care getting delayed.

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Dining is a mixed experience

Food quality and meal timing receive both praise and frequent complaints.

Some residents describe meals as hot, tasty, or varied, including praise for delivery and dietary responsiveness. Other reviews complain of meals being late, cold, incorrect, missing items, or difficult to eat, with multiple examples of specific shortcomings. Taken together, dining reviews read inconsistent rather than uniformly positive.

  • A scenic view of a restaurant with a green roof and outdoor seating area.
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Nursing coverage is described unevenly

Reviewers report uneven nursing responsiveness and support timing.

Several reviews say call-for-help responses and care were attentive, with staff checking in during the day and supporting daily needs. At the same time, multiple negative reviews describe long waits for assistance, difficulty getting timely medication, or not being able to rely on aides promptly. This contrast suggests resident experience may vary by day and staffing conditions.

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Activities and day programming stand out

Residents and visitors often mention active programming and community events.

Reviewers describe scheduled activities, social events, and occasions like outings and themed gatherings that keep residents engaged. Some mention an activities team that plans programming and helps residents stay socially connected. A few shorter-stay-related comments mention limited availability in certain areas, but the overall theme is that there is activity during stays.

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We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 120 resident community capacity 120 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Trenton-Mercer County (16 miles away) Trenton-Mercer County (16 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Cranbury, New Jersey, this area offers a variety of amenities that cater to senior living. With multiple pharmacies nearby such as CVS and Walgreens, accessing necessary medications is convenient. For dining options, there are several fast food restaurants like McDonald's and Wendy's, as well as Gil & Bert's Ice Cream for a sweet treat. Parks like Half-Acre Park and Thompson Park provide opportunities for leisurely strolls or enjoying nature. Additionally, there are reputable healthcare facilities such as University Radiology Group and Princeton Orthopaedic Associates for medical needs. Places of worship like St Gregory the Great Roman Catholic Church offer spiritual support within the community. Overall, this area provides convenient access to essential services and recreational activities for seniors looking to settle down in a welcoming neighborhood.

Restaurants

  • Gil & Bert's Ice Cream (0.2 miles)
  • Taco Bell (3.2 miles)
  • Wendy's (3.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (4.6 miles)
  • White Castle (6.2 miles)
  • PJ's Pancake House & Bakery - Kingston (6.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Palatin Technologies (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Taro Pharmaceuticals USA (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.1 miles)

Parks

  • Half-Acre Park (1.8 miles)
  • Thompson Park (4.4 miles)
  • Monroe Twp. Veteran's Park (6.5 miles)
  • Rocky Top Dog Park (6.9 miles)
  • East Brunswick Dog Park (7 miles)
  • Veterans Park (7.7 miles)
  • Mercer County Park (7.7 miles)

Physicians

  • University Radiology Group PC (3 miles)
  • Princeton Orthopaedic Associates - Forsgate Office (3.1 miles)
  • Windsor Dermatology (3.5 miles)
  • CHOP Specialty Care Center (6 miles)
  • Surgical Specialists at Princeton (6.1 miles)
  • Monroe Family Medicine (7.8 miles)
  • University Pediatric Associates (8.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (3.1 miles)
  • Grover's Mill Coffee Company (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (9 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.2 miles)
  • Panera Bread (10 miles)
  • Starbucks (10.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Bus Stop Twin Rivers Loop (3.4 miles)
  • Avis Rent A Car (4 miles)
  • NJT - Princeton Junction Station (5.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Baps Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, New Jersey (5.5 miles)
  • Monroe Township Jewish Center Congregation Etz Chaim (7.6 miles)
  • Princeton University Chapel (8 miles)
  • St Gregory the Great Roman Catholic Church (9.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • University Medical Center of Princeton at Plainsboro (6.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Commerce Center & RPX (8.9 miles)

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