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Harrogate

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate, attentive nursing and support staff. Still worth an in-person visit.

400 Locust Street, Lakewood · Lakewood, NJ 0870168 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.8/5

based on 99 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Harrogate is widely praised for its welcoming culture, excellent rehab therapy, and clean environment, making it a top choice for many families. However, because a few reviewers have noted concerns regarding staffing levels and assistance with daily needs in the health center, we recommend that you specifically ask about nurse-to-patient ratios and the process for ensuring daily living assistance for residents in the skilled nursing wing.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

99 reviews on Google
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.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff9.0Clean9.0Activities9.0Meds8.0MemoryN/AComms7.0Value5.0

Strengths

  • Compassionate, attentive nursing and support staff
  • Seamless and supportive move-in process
  • High-quality physical and occupational therapy
  • Clean, well-maintained, and welcoming environment

Concerns

  • Understaffing in the health center/nursing wing (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Lack of assistance with daily needs (e.g., meal service) for vulnerable residents (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 102 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

97%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed you are very active in responding to feedback online; how do you incorporate that family input into your day-to-day operations?
  • 2With the facility currently at a 68-resident capacity, how do you ensure that residents who need extra support during meal times receive the one-on-one attention they require?
  • 3Given the recent health inspection findings, what specific steps has the leadership team taken to address those areas and ensure consistent quality of care?
  • 4I see your therapy services are highly regarded; how do you coordinate those sessions with the nursing staff to ensure residents are fully supported throughout the day?
  • 5Can you walk me through how you manage staffing levels in the nursing wing to ensure that residents’ daily needs are met promptly, especially during peak hours?
  • 6What does a typical afternoon look like for residents here, and how do you encourage social engagement among those with different mobility levels?

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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.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

My mother required extensive rehabilitation after a fall. Harrogate Medical Center-Skilled Nursing Facility provided exceptional and compassionate care during Mom's lengthy stay.

Rehab patient's family · 2025★★★★★

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.

Rehab patient's family · 2025★★★★★
Source: 99 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
1.03hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.16hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined

This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

11

measures

Worse Than Avg

5

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.3%
Better than Avg
Here
5.3%
US
19.5%
NJ
18.9%
Ocean
23.3%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility19.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
19.3%
US
14.4%
NJ
9.2%
Ocean
7.5%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.6%
Better than Avg
Here
0.6%
US
12.1%
NJ
11.7%
Ocean
11.6%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility24.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
24.8%
US
19.4%
NJ
15.7%
Ocean
18.4%
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Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility16.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
16.9%
US
15.3%
NJ
9.1%
Ocean
8.1%
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility97.9%
Better than Avg
Here
97.9%
US
93.4%
NJ
93.0%
Ocean
89.3%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility88.9%
Better than Avg
Here
88.9%
US
81.8%
NJ
78.7%
Ocean
70.0%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility91.3%
Better than Avg
Here
91.3%
US
79.7%
NJ
80.1%
Ocean
75.2%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
NJ
1.2%
Ocean
1.1%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

6deficiencies
Near state avg (8.5)
1 complaint-triggered

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.

Nov 26, 2025Complaint
1
0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Aug 15, 2024Routine
15
0131Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

0211Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0222Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

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.

0324Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0342Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0372Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0521Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0690Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Dec 8, 2022Routine
9
0131Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

0222Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0281Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install proper backup exit lighting.

0291Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0918Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0911Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

0888Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19

Sep 30, 2020Routine
2
0689Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0345Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Harrogate

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Harrogate Incorporated

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

Benjamin, CharlesManaging Control - Governing BodyKamsar, JosephManaging Control - Governing BodyOmalley, EdwinManaging Control - Governing BodySlivka, WilliamManaging Control - Governing BodyWright, PeterManaging Control - Governing Body
Source: Medicare provider data

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