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4.5 from 99 reviews
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4 stars
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3 stars
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Overall Review of Hackensack Meridian Health Nursing & Rehab
differentiator6 reviews mention this
Recent renovations stand out
Residents and families repeatedly mention renovations and facility updates.
Several reviews describe noticeable renovations, including a more updated look and improvements after new changes. A few reviewers also contrast the renovations they saw during a tour with what they later experienced, calling out concerns about the condition of certain areas. Overall, the renovations are a recurring pointâeither as an improvement or as something that doesnât fully resolve deeper concerns for some families.
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Cleanliness gets mixed feedback
Cleanliness is a common point of disagreement in reviews.
Some reviewers say the building, rooms, and hallways look clean or well maintained, and they describe patients as clean. Others report dirty rooms, dust and stains, unpleasant odors, and sticky floors. There are also negative comments about hygiene issues such as residents left seated in soiled clothing and wheelchair cleanliness, which undercuts confidence for those reviewers.
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Dining quality varies by reviewer
Food quality is inconsistent across resident and family feedback.
A few reviews praise food, including comments about it being enjoyable or better than expected, and some mention specific dining moments like coffee. Other reviewers are much less satisfied, describing the food as terrible or expressing disappointment strongly enough to deduct a star. In at least one positive review, families also mention the food as part of what helps keep the experience working for their loved one.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Memory care support feels uneven
Feedback about care for dementia and memory issues is not consistent.
One review says the facility is not appropriate for a loved one with dementia or memory loss, citing concerns about being left seated, delayed bathroom assistance, and limited engagement. Another review highlights dementia-related understanding at the leadership level and describes ongoing engagement through activities for a person with memory issues. Taken together, the reviews suggest that families may have very different experiences depending on how care needs are being handled.
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Close to home for visits
Family convenience and proximity show up in multiple reviews.
At least a couple of families say they chose the community because it is closer to where friends and family can visit. One reviewer describes the convenience as a clear benefit after a transfer, and another says their loved one was admitted partly because it was close to home. Several nearby medical and retail options also suggest practical access for day-to-day needs and appointments.
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Features
Housing
180 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 (25 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
Physicians
Urology Associates Associates (1 miles)
Medimorphosis Physician Assisted Weight Loss (1.3 miles)
Advanced Foot Center (1.6 miles)
ENT and Allergy Associates -Shrewsbury (2.1 miles)
Specialty Anesthesia Associates (2.2 miles)
Premier Pain Centers (2.2 miles)
De Gennarro Pediatrics & Asc (2.3 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.2 miles)
Walgreens (1.3 miles)
Little Silver Family Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
Walgreens (2.5 miles)
Walgreens (4.3 miles)
Bayshore Pharmacy (5.5 miles)
Restaurants
Nicholas Barrel & Roost (1.7 miles)
Taco Bell (4.1 miles)
Zachary's (4.6 miles)
Salt Creek Grille (4.8 miles)
La Ginestra Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria (5.2 miles)
McDonald's (5.2 miles)
Beach Tavern (5.6 miles)
Theaters
AMC Monmouth Mall 15 (3.9 miles)
Places of Worship
Church of the Precious Blood (5.6 miles)
Jersey Shore Rescue Mission (9 miles)
Cafes
Booskerdoo Fresh Roasted Coffee Co. (5.6 miles)
Rook Coffee (5.7 miles)
Rook Coffee (6 miles)
The Baked Bear (6.3 miles)
Starbucks (7.9 miles)
Starbucks (8.4 miles)
Booskerdoo Coffee & Baking Co. (8.7 miles)
Transportation
NJT - Long Branch Station (5.9 miles)
NJT - Aberdeen-Matawan Station (9.1 miles)
Asbury Park Station (9.3 miles)
Parks
Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park (6.1 miles)
Joe Palaia Park (6.4 miles)
Hospitals
Monmouth Medical Center (6.1 miles)
Hackensack Meridian Health Jersey Shore University Medical Center (9.3 miles)
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