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Heath Village

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate end-of-life care. Still worth an in-person visit.

451 Schooley's Mountain Rd, Hackettstown, NJ 07840108 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.2/5

based on 5 Google reviews

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Heath Village Nursing Home in Hackettstown, NJ — Street View
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What this means for your family

While some families report positive end-of-life care, the report of a patient being left without medical oversight for 24 hours is a critical red flag. If you are considering this facility, I strongly recommend asking for specific protocols regarding physician rounds and overnight staffing ratios to ensure your loved one's medical needs will be met.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

5 reviews on Google
Heath Village presents a stark contrast in experiences, with recent reviews highlighting both compassionate end-of-life care and significant failures in medical oversight. While some families praise the staff's dedication and room quality, others report critical lapses in basic care, including a lack of physician attendance and neglect during overnight stays.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff7.0CleanN/AActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/ACommsN/AValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate end-of-life care
  • Attentive nursing staff
  • Well-maintained rooms

Concerns

  • Lack of physician oversight and medical attention

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2341.02024(1)5.02025(2)5.02026(2)

Distribution · 5 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

20%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the facility's 5-star staffing rating, how does your nursing team coordinate with outside physicians to ensure residents receive consistent medical oversight and care?
  • 2I noticed your team has engaged with families online; how do you typically communicate with us regarding changes in a loved one's health status?
  • 3With your strong reputation for compassionate end-of-life care, what support services are available to families during those sensitive transitions?
  • 4Could you walk me through the daily activity schedule to help me understand how residents stay engaged and social within the community?
  • 5Regarding the recent state health inspections, could you explain the steps the facility has taken to address those specific findings and ensure ongoing compliance?
  • 6How does your nursing staff manage urgent medical needs or changes in condition during evening and weekend hours?

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Key Review Excerpts

Do not send your loved ones here. This place seems nice but the care is nonexistent.

Long-term resident's family · 2024★★★★★

My grandpa was here during the end of his life. All of the nurses were wonderful, and truly cared about him during his final days.

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

Good care nice rooms.

Family member · 2025★★★★★
Source: 5 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
1.19hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.72hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
95%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
100%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

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
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

7

measures

Worse Than Avg

8

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.8%
Better than Avg
Here
2.8%
US
12.1%
NJ
11.7%
Morris
10.3%

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

💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.6%
Better than Avg
Here
99.6%
US
93.4%
NJ
93.0%
Morris
91.6%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility15.0%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
15.0%
US
15.3%
NJ
9.1%
Morris
11.2%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility21.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
21.1%
US
19.4%
NJ
15.7%
Morris
17.5%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility9.9%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
9.9%
US
14.4%
NJ
9.2%
Morris
12.5%
⚠️

Residents who fell and were seriously hurt

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
6.2%
US
3.2%
NJ
2.3%
Morris
2.0%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility97.1%
Better than Avg
Here
97.1%
US
79.8%
NJ
80.1%
Morris
77.9%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility94.9%
Better than Avg
Here
94.9%
US
81.8%
NJ
78.7%
Morris
76.0%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
1.5%
US
1.6%
NJ
1.2%
Morris
1.0%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

2deficiencies
Well below state avg (8.5)

Heath Village has a concerning pattern of recurring safety deficiencies, with fire safety and electrical systems being the most problematic areas across all three surveys. The facility also shows repeated issues with nursing care quality standards. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the persistence of similar problems across multiple years suggests ongoing challenges with maintaining safety systems and care standards that families should carefully consider.

Dec 23, 2024Routine
14
0281Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install proper backup exit lighting.

0291Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0321Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0324Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0363Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

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.

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0293Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0911Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Sep 29, 2023Routine
6
0690Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

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.

0929Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0293Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0911Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Jun 14, 2022Routine
7
0658Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0351Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0355Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0625Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

0732Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Heath Village

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Heath Alliance for Care INC

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

Bahnuk, MarkOfficer / DirectorBorzelli, TheresaOfficer / DirectorCarpenter, WilliamOfficer / DirectorGallagher, RobertOfficer / DirectorGarde, AllisonOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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