Meridian Nursing & Rehab At Shrewsbury

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Meridian Nursing & Rehab At Shrewsbury

Meridian Nursing & Rehab At Shrewsbury

Meridian Nursing & Rehab At Shrewsbury is a nursing home community in Shrewsbury, NJ.

Information last verified: January 25, 2026

89 Avenue At The Common, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702

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

3.3 from 34 reviews

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Overall Review of Meridian Nursing & Rehab At Shrewsbury

common 9 reviews mention this

Helpful, caring people stand out

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as helpful and caring during rehab.

Many reviews highlight caregivers who communicate well and help residents settle in, with families mentioning warm front-desk support as well as nurses, aides, and care teams that felt attentive. Several comments describe courteous check-ins and overall friendliness across different parts of the building. Some reviewers also call out specific staff members as supportive, while other experiences focus more on staffing gaps and responsiveness—so the “caring” experience isn’t consistent for everyone.

common 3 reviews mention this

Rehab therapy gets praise

Physical, occupational, and speech therapy earn positive mentions from multiple reviewers.

A number of reviewers credit the rehab therapy team with helping progress, including praise that specifically names physical, occupational, and speech therapy. One review also says the OT and PT were good even while criticizing other parts of the care experience. This suggests therapy quality is a brighter spot for residents and families when compared with day-to-day support.

caveat 12 reviews mention this

Staffing and call response are concerns

Several reviews complain about slow help and a lack of timely assistance.

A recurring concern across reviews is that residents waited too long for help—especially for bathroom assistance—along with reports that call buttons were not answered promptly. Multiple families also describe incidents they felt reflected neglect, including residents left in bed, accidents reported with insufficient help, and skin issues such as pressure ulcers. Taken together, the feedback points to inconsistent staffing and responsiveness as a key drawback for families considering care.

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Features

Housing

140 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

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

Premier Pain Centers (0.1 miles)
Specialty Anesthesia Associates (0.1 miles)
ENT and Allergy Associates -Shrewsbury (0.2 miles)
Urology Associates Associates (1.3 miles)
Kim Mitchell Rwjbarnabas Health Medical Group Eatontown Primary Care Eatontown (1.4 miles)
Medimorphosis Physician Assisted Weight Loss (1.5 miles)
Advanced Foot Center (1.5 miles)

Pharmacies

Walgreens (1.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Walgreens (1.9 miles)
Little Silver Family Pharmacy (2 miles)
Walgreens (2.1 miles)
Walgreens (2.6 miles)
Walgreens (3.6 miles)

Theaters

AMC Monmouth Mall 15 (1.9 miles)

Restaurants

Taco Bell (1.9 miles)
Zachary's (2.5 miles)
McDonald's (2.9 miles)
Nicholas Barrel & Roost (3.5 miles)
McDonald's (3.8 miles)
Strollo's Lighthouse (4.2 miles)
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant (4.3 miles)

Cafes

Rook Coffee (3.6 miles)
Rook Coffee (3.8 miles)
Booskerdoo Fresh Roasted Coffee Co. (4.3 miles)
The Baked Bear (4.3 miles)
Starbucks (6 miles)
Booskerdoo Coffee & Baking Co. (6.5 miles)

Transportation

NJT - Long Branch Station (3.9 miles)
Asbury Park Station (7.2 miles)

Hospitals

Monmouth Medical Center (4.1 miles)
Hackensack Meridian Health Jersey Shore University Medical Center (7.3 miles)
K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital (7.4 miles)

Places of Worship

Church of the Precious Blood (4.2 miles)
Jersey Shore Rescue Mission (6.9 miles)

Parks

Joe Palaia Park (4.3 miles)
Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park (4.3 miles)
Fletcher Lake Park (7.5 miles)
Pete's Playground (7.8 miles)
Memorial Park (8.5 miles)

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