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Barn Hill Care Center in Newton, NJ

Barn Hill Care Center is a nursing home community in Newton, NJ.

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Barn Hill Care Center in Newton, NJ

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249 High St, Newton, NJ 07860

To contact a resident: (973) 383-5600

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

4.3 from 109 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
13
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Barn Hill Care Center Costs & Pricing

Barn Hill Care Center offers competitive pricing for its care services, with monthly costs reflecting the high standards and quality of care provided. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $7,800 per month, which is notably higher than the average cost in Warren County at $5,800 and significantly above New Jersey's statewide average of $5,068. When it comes to private accommodation, Barn Hill charges $8,400 per month - again exceeding both local and state averages of $7,458 in Warren County and $5,799 across New Jersey. While these rates are higher than those found in the surrounding areas, they may reflect added value in terms of amenities and personalized care that can enhance residents' well-being.

Floor plansBarn Hill Care CenterWarren CountyNew Jersey
Semi-Private$7,800$5,800$5,068
Private$8,400$7,458$5,799

Overall Review of Barn Hill Care Center

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Caring, attentive staff show up

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as caring and responsive.

Many reviews emphasize that caregivers take time with residents and with families, explain changes, and stay attentive to needs. Several families also mention specific examples of support during rehab, including helping someone relearn walking and coordinating with rehab teams. Even among negative reviews, some individuals call out certain nurses or aides as genuinely caring, which adds detail to the mixed experiences.

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Facility cleanliness is a recurring plus

Multiple reviewers say the building looks clean and well kept.

Several reviews highlight cleanliness during visits or stays, including rooms, hallways, and common areas. A few comments connect the clean environment with an overall sense that residents are cared for and cared for properly. Some other reviews describe outdated conditions or problems in specific areas, but they do not negate the number of mentions about cleanliness.

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Food quality draws strong criticism

Dining is a frequent complaint, with comments ranging from poor quality to meals not being handled correctly.

Food shows up as a major downside in multiple reviews, including descriptions of food being horrible, cold, or consistently disappointing. Some reviewers also mention diet-related expectations not being met, such as meal choices not arriving or concerns about meals affecting comfort and regularity. While a few reviews are more neutral or positive about food, the negative mentions are prominent enough to stand out.

  • A cozy dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, adorned with white tablecloths and simple floral centerpieces.
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Staffing and communication concerns

Several residents and families report staffing and oversight issues that affected care and communication.

A recurring theme is staffing not feeling sufficient, with reviews describing limited direct care coverage at night and long waits for help when call bells ring. Other accounts describe communication breakdowns, including delays in medication delivery and difficulty reaching social work. Some reviews include detailed examples of missed routines and lack of follow-through, while also noting that parts of care were handled well by particular staff members.

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Rehab and therapy can help

Reviews frequently mention rehab and therapy support during recovery.

Several reviews describe improvements during rehab, including regaining mobility such as walking again without assistance and healing after injuries. Others specifically praise PT/OT employees and the broader rehab team. A few negative reviews still acknowledge that the therapy department or contracted PT and speech were better than other parts of the stay.

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Activities and faith-focused visits

Residents appear to get regular activities, including social and faith-based events.

Multiple reviews mention structured engagement like planned activities with an activities director, sing-alongs or praying, and Bible-related visits. There are also mentions of special gatherings, such as a birthday party, and day-to-day entertainment like movies and games in an Alzheimer’s-focused area. One review also notes outreach like church-related pickup and Bible studies involving residents.

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Memory care feels more secure

Reviews describe specialized support for residents with memory loss or dementia.

A few reviewers specifically reference the Alzheimer’s section and how staff manage those residents, including not letting them walk alone. One family also mentions a dementia policy and describes the placement as more secure. Another review notes staff working with a resident who has short-term memory loss dementia through OT/PT.

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Private room pricing is higher

Private rooms are priced above county and state benchmarks.

Only private-room pricing is provided, and it runs higher than both county and state averages. Reviews don’t directly connect cost to day-to-day satisfaction, so this is best read as a cost context rather than a resident complaint.

How we summarize

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

Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Private Private

Nearby Places of Interest

Hospitals

  • Barn Hill Rehab (0 miles)
  • St Clare's Hospital MICU (5.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Image Care Center (0.1 miles)
  • Total Hearing Care (0.1 miles)
  • Pulmonary Medical Associates (0.1 miles)
  • The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey (0.1 miles)
  • Cardiology Associates of Sussex County - Newton Office (0.1 miles)
  • Dr Sam Kahlam (0.7 miles)
  • Northern NJ Endoscopy Center (0.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Dominick's Pizzeria (1 miles)
  • Applebee's (1.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.6 miles)
  • KFC (1.8 miles)
  • The Greek's (2.3 miles)
  • A & B Bagels & Deli (2.3 miles)
  • Sheridan's Lodge (3.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Sparta Pharmacy (6.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (7.1 miles)
  • CVS Speciality (8.8 miles)
  • Panther Valley Pharmacy (9.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (10 miles)

Cafes

  • Hampton Diner (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.9 miles)
  • Cafe Pierrot (6.9 miles)
  • Cloveberry (7.1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (12.3 miles)

Parks

  • Swartswood State Park (3.8 miles)
  • Station Park (7.5 miles)
  • Stokes State Forest (9.2 miles)
  • Hopatcong State Park (11 miles)
  • Lakeside Park (11.9 miles)
  • Jenny Jump State Forest (12.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Stanhope Presbyterian Church (10.8 miles)
  • St Thomas The Apostle Church (12.5 miles)

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