Alaris Health At Rochelle Park is a nursing home community in Rochelle Park, NJ.
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96 Parkway Avenue, Rochelle Park, NJ 07662
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
3.8 from 119 reviews
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4 stars
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3 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Alaris Health At Rochelle Park
common24 reviews mention this
Staff kindness is a frequent theme
Residents and families frequently describe the staff as kind, respectful, and compassionate.
Across many reviews, visitors describe arriving to friendly, polite front-desk and reception support, along with caring nurses, aides, and therapists. Multiple reviewers highlight professionalism and responsiveness, including staff helping quickly and following through on requests. Some families also mention specific team members and describe feeling supported and kept informed during a stay.
differentiator6 reviews mention this
Therapy and on-site dialysis stand out
Residents often point to strong rehab support, including on-site dialysis.
Several reviews connect the experience with physical and occupational therapy that helped patients regain mobility and function. On-site dialysis is specifically called out in multiple positive accounts, with families describing patients receiving dialysis while at the facility. A few reviewers also note that social work and recreation helped with day-to-day adjustment during recovery.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Food and service quality draw mixed feedback
Meal experiences are inconsistent, with some reviewers reporting poor food and missed meals.
While some reviews generally pair the facility with good day-to-day experience, others directly criticize food quality or meal delivery. Negative accounts mention unappetizing or unappealing food and situations where dinner was not served. There are also concerns described around residents’ ability to stay hydrated during a stay, tied to frequent unanswered calls for water.
caveat14 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and odors are polarizing
Cleanliness is a common complaint, especially related to odors and room condition.
Some reviewers praise the facility as clean and safe, but many others describe unpleasant smells and dirty conditions. Negative themes include fecal odors, dirty bathrooms, stained linens, and concerns about rooms not being properly cleaned between patients. Several reviews also mention maintenance problems or equipment that needed attention, such as issues with TV remotes or broken items.
caveat10 reviews mention this
Understaffing and delayed response concerns
Multiple reviews describe delayed or missed assistance, often attributing it to understaffing.
A recurring negative theme is that call bells or requests for help go unanswered for long stretches. Some reviewers describe nights being especially difficult, with residents reportedly left in soiled diapers or without timely attention. Others describe heightened urgency—such as pain, breathing issues, or medication delays—paired with frustration that staff did not respond quickly enough.
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Nearby pharmacies and cafes are close
The location includes nearby everyday stops like pharmacies and coffee.
The surrounding area offers quick access to common needs. Reviewers don’t focus heavily on outings, but nearby options include pharmacies and cafes that can be convenient for visiting families.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
240 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
LaGuardia (13 miles away)
Newark International (15 miles away)
Westchester Cty (22 miles away)
John F Kennedy International (24 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
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
Rite Aid (1.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (0.3 miles)
Bogota Press Cafe (2.3 miles)
Starbucks (3.4 miles)
Starbucks (5.8 miles)
Starbucks (6.9 miles)
Kuppi Coffee Company (7.4 miles)
Starbucks (7.5 miles)
Theaters
Dreamscape at AMC Garden State Plaza (1.2 miles)
AMC DINE-IN Shops At Riverside 9 (2.4 miles)
AMC Clifton Commons 16 (5.9 miles)
Restaurants
The Capital Grille (1.4 miles)
McDonald's (1.7 miles)
McDonald's (2 miles)
Sportsmans' Tavern (2.1 miles)
Houston's (2.3 miles)
Suburban Diner (2.4 miles)
McDonald's (3 miles)
Parks
Van Saun County Park (2.5 miles)
Saddle River County Park - Dunkerhook Area (3.7 miles)
Rutherford Memorial Park (4.5 miles)
Saddle River County Park (4.6 miles)
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (5.6 miles)
Flat Rock Brook Nature Center (5.8 miles)
J. Hood Wright Park (7.8 miles)
Hospitals
Holy Name Medical Center (3.5 miles)
St Joseph's Regional Medical Center (4.8 miles)
The Valley Hospital (6 miles)
Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical Center (6.7 miles)
Palliative care focuses on alleviating distress at any stage of a serious illness and can accompany curative treatments, while hospice care is for those nearing the end of life with a prognosis of six months or less, emphasizing comfort over curative measures. Both prioritize holistic care for patients and families but differ in timing, goals, and scope.
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Gardening provides seniors with physical exercise, mental and emotional support, and social interaction opportunities, while accommodating their needs through raised beds and ergonomic tools. It promotes health benefits like improved dexterity and cardiovascular health, encourages sustainable practices, and allows for manageable upkeep with low-maintenance plants.
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240 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
LaGuardia (13 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
Compassionate nursing staff and effective rehab with good communication
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