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Winchester Gardens Health Care Center

Maplewood, NJ, 07040

5.0(1 review)
65/ 100Strong value
Monthly cost$10,300 – $15,400 / month

Essex County benchmark

Average nursing home: $9,925 – $14,440/month

Based on 84 facilities in Essex County

At average

State inspection record

Last inspected: September 5, 2025

Citations in last 12 months:4 citations — review carefully

4 deficiencies found during last health inspection. Main areas: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies, Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies.

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Staff turnover (last 12 months)

High turnover can indicate staffing problems. Lower is better.

Registered Nurses
45.5%Near national avg
All nursing staff
32.1%19% below national avg

National averages: RN 38.5% / total 51.2%. Source: CMS.

Detailed inspection findings

Deficiencies by category

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies: 1Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies: 1Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies: 1Infection Control Deficiencies: 1

Individual citations (4 of 4)

F-0640Severity DCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Inspected: 2025-09-05Corrected: 2025-10-31
F-0744Severity DCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

Inspected: 2025-09-05Corrected: 2025-10-31
F-0812Severity FCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Inspected: 2025-09-05Corrected: 2025-10-31
F-0887Severity DCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Inspected: 2025-09-05Corrected: 2025-10-31

About severity codes: A-C = minimal harm, D-F = more than minimal harm, G-I = actual harm, J-L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services).

Inspection timeline

September 5, 2025

4 deficiencies found

Questions to ask on your tour

Personalized questions based on Winchester Gardens Health Care Center's actual inspection history and care type.

Based on inspection history
  • 1.How often are care plans updated?
  • 2.Who participates in care planning meetings?
  • 3.How is care plan compliance monitored?
  • 4.What steps have you taken to address past quality of care issues?
  • 5.How quickly are call bells answered on average?
Essential questions
  • What is the all-in monthly cost, including all fees and surcharges?
  • What is the staff-to-resident ratio during day and night shifts?
  • How do you handle medical emergencies?
  • Can I see a copy of your most recent state inspection report?
  • What happens if my loved one's care needs change?
  • Can I speak with current residents or family members?
  • What is the community fee and is it refundable?
  • What are the contract cancellation terms?

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12 months

Monthly total$13,650
12-month total$166,800

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About

This Maplewood nursing home offers round-the-clock nursing care, rehabilitation services, and long-term residential care for seniors with complex medical needs. Services include wound care, IV therapy, pain management, and post-surgical rehabilitation under the supervision of licensed medical professionals. Accepts Medicaid and Medicare. Licensed for 30 beds.

Languages spoken

English

Capacity

30 beds

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Visit websiteCall: (973) 762-5050

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