Nursing Home · Lakewood, NJ
400 Locust Street, Lakewood · Lakewood, NJ 08701
Medicare overall rating
5 / 5 stars
Inspection records →About this listing
Catalog updated Sep 1, 2026. Current services and availability are unconfirmed.
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Availability
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Reported capacity: 68 beds. This is not the number of openings.
Contact information →Care & support
Provides nursing care and help with daily activities. Some offer short-term rehabilitation.
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Harrogate has a strong overall Medicare rating. Medicare reports an average of 0.99 registered-nurse hours per resident per day. Ask how coverage varies across shifts. Public Google reviews average 4.8 out of 5. Read both positive and critical feedback, and ask how concerns are handled. Review the component ratings and current source records before deciding.
Harrogate is a highly regarded retirement community that consistently receives praise for its compassionate staff, clean facilities, and high-quality rehabilitation services. While the vast majority of families express deep gratitude for the care their loved ones receive, a few reviewers have pointed to concerns regarding staffing levels and communication during medical transitions in the health center.
AI summaries of public opinions. These describe review sentiment, not verified care quality.
The overwhelming majority of reviews highlight the staff as kind, professional, and dedicated.
Most families report excellent communication during the move-in process, though some report issues during medical care.
Reviewers frequently describe the facility as immaculate, spotless, and well-maintained.
Multiple reviewers specifically praise the quality of the food and the variety of dining options.
Residents and families appreciate the wide variety of activities, including music, fitness, and social events.
Several reviewers mention the clinic staff's efficiency in coordinating prescriptions and health needs.
While some find the facility top-tier, at least one reviewer expressed significant concern over rapid, high-percentage cost increases.
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 · 103 analyzed
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Key Review Excerpts
“The staff, from Activities to Housekeeping to Maintenance, all went above and beyond to make his new life much easier to adjust to every chance they got.”
“My mother required extensive rehabilitation after a fall. Harrogate Medical Center-Skilled Nursing Facility provided exceptional and compassionate care during Mom's lengthy stay.”
“I transferred my 91y/o to Harrogate sub acute health center after removing him from another sub par subacute facility. The care he received was outstanding from all staff.”
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
Ask during your visit: Who will help my family member during the day and overnight? How do you plan staffing when residents need more support?
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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6
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
HARROGATE shows recurring safety and infrastructure problems, with 27 deficiencies across four surveys primarily in fire safety, emergency exits, and electrical systems. Families have filed at least one complaint regarding medication errors. While all issues have correction dates, the facility repeatedly struggles with the same fire safety and building code violations, suggesting systemic maintenance challenges that could impact resident safety.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Egress Deficiencies
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
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
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
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
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure that HVAC heat units are suspended and out of the reach of patients and can be shut off if unit is working improperly.
Administration Deficiencies
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Construction Deficiencies
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
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
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Construction Deficiencies
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
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.
Egress Deficiencies
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Harrogate
nonprofit
Owners
Harrogate Incorporated
Owner · Organization
Key personnel
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Official Website
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