Nursing Home · Lakewood, NJ
527 River Avenue, Lakewood · Lakewood, NJ 08701
Medicare overall rating
2 / 5 stars
Inspection records →About this listing
Catalog updated Sep 1, 2026. Current services and availability are unconfirmed.
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Reported capacity: 123 beds. This is not the number of openings.
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Provides nursing care and help with daily activities. Some offer short-term rehabilitation.
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Medicare shows an abuse citation on record. Read the linked source details, ask the administrator what corrective action was taken, and independently verify the facility’s current status before deciding.
Fountainview Care Center receives highly polarized feedback, with many families praising the facility for its attentive nursing staff and effective rehabilitation services. However, a significant number of reviewers report serious concerns regarding neglect, understaffing, cleanliness, and poor management practices. Prospective families should be aware of these conflicting experiences and conduct a thorough, in-person tour before making a decision.
AI summaries of public opinions. These describe review sentiment, not verified care quality.
While many praise specific nurses and aides, others report neglect and lack of responsiveness.
Families report mixed experiences with management responsiveness and follow-up on incidents.
Reviews are split between those calling the facility spotless and those reporting garbage, pests, and odors.
Reviewers specifically criticized the quality of food, mentioning high salt content and processed ingredients.
Multiple reviewers highlight the activity director and the positive impact of programs on residents.
Reports of failure to provide necessary oxygen and poor medical oversight are significant concerns.
Scores range from 0 (negative) to 10 (positive). They are model interpretations of reviews and are not clinical, safety, or inspection ratings. Unmentioned topics are omitted.
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Distribution · 62 analyzed
This facility responds to some reviews.
Key Review Excerpts
“My wife was in Fairview Rehabilitation for more than 3 months. I have no words to express our thanks and appreciation, to the nurses and their staff, they were very attentive and helpful to her care.”
“My family member has been at Fountainview since February 2025. Though some of the staff is helpful/friendly, the medical care has been neglectful. He has not received oxygen as needed, there is cigarette odor present in the room, the room has been infested with ants several times.”
“If you want to get a real feel for this place, park in the spots behind the building. You will see garbage strewn about everywhere - it is absolutely disgusting and they should be embarrassed.”
Reported nursing hours are daily averages per resident. They do not describe a specific shift or guarantee one-to-one care.
Per resident, per day
Nurses and aides combined
Reported by Medicare
Registered nurses
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EveryPlace uses reference points of 0.75 registered-nurse hours and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident per day. These are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements or a determination that a facility meets a resident's needs.
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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measures
1
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1
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
Fountainview Care Center has significant concerns with multiple families filing complaints that triggered federal investigations revealing serious issues with resident protection from abuse and neglect, medication management, and resident rights violations. The facility shows a troubling pattern with abuse prevention deficiencies appearing repeatedly, including failures to properly respond to alleged violations and protect residents from restraints. While most issues have correction dates, the recurring nature of complaints and recent violations in 2025 suggest ongoing quality concerns families should carefully evaluate.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Egress Deficiencies
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Mar 6, 2025
$17,345
Fine
Oct 30, 2023
$4,545
Fine
Oct 23, 2023
$4,235
Fine
Oct 17, 2023
$3,882
Fine
Oct 10, 2023
$3,496
Fine
Oct 2, 2023
$3,147
Fine
Sep 25, 2023
$2,797
Fine
Sep 18, 2023
$2,447
Fine
Sep 11, 2023
$2,098
Fine
Aug 21, 2023
$4,194
Fountainview Care Center
for profit
Owners
Gottlieb, Hershel
Owner
Schachter, Arthur
Owner
Schachter, Benzion
Owner
Key personnel
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59 reviews from families & visitors
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