Overall Review of Stratford Manor Rehabilitation And Care Center
differentiator12 reviews mention this
Rehab and therapy stand out
Physical therapy is repeatedly described as supportive and effective for mobility and recovery.
Several residents and families describe strong physical therapy results, including regained strength, improved walking, and feeling motivated during rehab. Multiple reviews specifically praise therapists and the therapy gym, with people saying they felt encouraged to work harder. Residents also mention day-to-day care around therapy routines, like medication being handled and staff helping them get to sessions on time.
common28 reviews mention this
Staff attention is a major plus
Residents frequently describe staff as kind, accommodating, and focused on day-to-day needs.
Across many reviews, residents and families say nurses, aides, and other team members are patient, friendly, and responsive to concerns. Several mention personalized care and communication updates, including feeling informed without having to repeatedly ask. Even when some reviews raise problems elsewhere, many still point to particular staff members who felt especially helpful and professional.
common8 reviews mention this
Activities keep days more engaging
Activities and recreation are often mentioned as a meaningful part of the experience.
Multiple reviews describe a recreation program that keeps residents involved, including bingo and other group activities. Families and residents also mention scheduled activities and themed events that make the facility feel less isolated. A few reviews specifically credit recreation staff for planning a steady calendar of things to do.
common10 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is frequently praised
Many reviewers mention the facility is clean and well maintained.
Several reviews highlight cleanliness as a standout, describing rooms and shared spaces as clean and the environment as well kept. Some also mention housekeeping details like fresh conditions in hallways or regular cleaning throughout the day. While a smaller number of reviews report cleanliness problems, the overall pattern of feedback includes frequent positive remarks about upkeep.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Communication and call response concerns
A recurring complaint is difficulty reaching staff or getting timely help when called.
Some family members report long waits for assistance after pressing the call button or difficulty reaching the nurses’ station by phone. Several reviews describe situations where help did not come quickly enough, including for toileting or between visits. A few also describe medication update or follow-up issues that required escalation before responses improved.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Dining is inconsistent
Food experiences are mixed, with complaints about cold or limited meals alongside some praise for variety.
A number of reviews mention issues with meal quality, including food arriving cold or lacking variety. Others say dietary needs were accommodated and describe having options for different diets. Because feedback conflicts, dining appears to depend on the specific experience being discussed rather than being consistently described the same way.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
131 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 (22 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 (0.6 miles)
Restaurants
McLoone's Boathouse (0.7 miles)
McDonald's (0.8 miles)
The Able Baker (2.9 miles)
Shake Shack (3 miles)
Taco Bell (3.1 miles)
Millburn Delicatessen (3.2 miles)
Mayfair Farms Banquet Facilities (3.4 miles)
Physicians
Summit Medical Group (1.2 miles)
Summit Medical Group (2.5 miles)
Care Station Medical Group (2.7 miles)
Women First Health Center (3.2 miles)
Summit Medical Group (3.5 miles)
New Jersey Spine Center (4.5 miles)
Summit Medical Group (5.3 miles)
Cafes
Panera Bread (2.7 miles)
Starbucks (3 miles)
True Salvage Cafe (3.8 miles)
The Bread Stand (4.2 miles)
Panera Bread (4.6 miles)
Starbucks (5.2 miles)
Paper Plane Coffee Co. (5.4 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (2.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
Walgreens (3.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
Places of Worship
Morrow Memorial United Methodist Church (2.8 miles)
Stratford Manor Rehabilitation And Care Center is located at 787 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052 in Essex County, New Jersey
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131 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
Memory-care-focused with personalized, compassionate care in a serene setting; pricing is competitive for semi-private and private rooms versus county/state averages.
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