Overall Review of Atrium Post Acute Care Of Livingston
common2 reviews mention this
Care team is frequently described
Residents and families frequently describe staff as attentive, kind, and responsive.
Across reviews, many residents and loved ones point to specific nurses, aides, and therapists for being caring and engaged in daily needs. Several comments also mention that staff check in, respond to calls, and help residents feel comfortable. A few reviewers still raise concerns about care quality and communication, but the overall pattern in the feedback is that the care team is a major strength.
common2 reviews mention this
Food quality is a mixed point
Dining receives both praise and criticism in resident feedback.
Some reviews say the food and kitchen experience are positive, while others complain about food arriving cold or not meeting expectations. The community also offers restaurant-style dining, and it includes meal planning for special dietary needs mentioned in reviews like diabetes and other restrictions. When dining is discussed negatively, it tends to be tied to temperature or overall quality rather than accessibility.
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Cleanliness and upkeep vary by area
Residents disagree on cleanliness, with some reporting rooms in good condition.
Several reviews describe the facility as clean and well maintained, including rooms and common spaces. Other reviewers report problems like insufficient room cleaning, dirty or unsanitary conditions, and lack of thorough upkeep on certain floors or areas. Taken together, cleanliness appears to be inconsistent depending on where and when a resident was cared for.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Call response and supervision concerns
A recurring concern is delayed help when residents use call systems.
Some reviewers say call lights are not answered promptly or that bedside monitoring can be inadequate, including overnight checks. Others criticize the level of staffing for higher-acuity needs and describe limited visibility for residents far from nurse stations. While many families highlight strong attention from named caregivers, these negative reviews focus specifically on responsiveness and supervision reliability.
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Therapy and activities add structure
Therapy and scheduled activities show up often in positive feedback.
Multiple reviews highlight physical and occupational therapy as helpful for recovery and mobility, with residents describing therapists pushing progress and teaching skills. Reviews also mention day-to-day engagement through activities on-site, including staff-supported events and participation that helps residents feel occupied. Even when other parts of the experience are criticized, these comments tend to describe therapy support and activity programming as steady points.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
124 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Newark International (9 miles away)
LaGuardia (23 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Hospitals
Saint Barnabas Medical Center (0.1 miles)
Restaurants
McLoone's Boathouse (1 miles)
McDonald's (1.2 miles)
The Able Baker (2.7 miles)
Millburn Delicatessen (2.8 miles)
Shake Shack (3 miles)
Bagels 4 U of Short Hills (3.4 miles)
La Provence (3.5 miles)
Physicians
Summit Medical Group (1.1 miles)
Summit Medical Group (2.9 miles)
Summit Medical Group (3 miles)
Care Station Medical Group (3.2 miles)
Women First Health Center (3.7 miles)
New Jersey Spine Center (4.1 miles)
Summit Medical Group (5.7 miles)
Places of Worship
Morrow Memorial United Methodist Church (2.6 miles)
Atrium Post Acute Care Of Livingston is located at 348 East Cedar Street, Livingston, NJ 07039 in Essex County, New Jersey
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124 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Newark International (9 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Caring staff in a warm, active community with good dining and activities.
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