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Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill

Strong Medicare quality ratings. Still worth an in-person visit before deciding.

459 Passaic Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ 0700656 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.0/5

based on 1 Google review

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What this means for your family

Choosing Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill means your loved one is in a facility that ranks well on Medicare quality measures. High RN hours correlate directly with lower rates of hospital readmission and better specialized care coordination. While no facility is perfect, the clinical data here is encouraging.

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.96hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.34hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
25%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
44%
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 · 16 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

13

measures

Worse Than Avg

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility8.5%
Better than Avg
Here
8.5%
US
15.5%
NJ
12.7%
Essex
23.3%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.8%
Better than Avg
Here
5.8%
US
19.5%
NJ
18.9%
Essex
19.6%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.3%
Better than Avg
Here
5.3%
US
12.1%
NJ
11.7%
Essex
18.6%

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 Facility10.7%
Better than Avg
Here
10.7%
US
19.4%
NJ
15.7%
Essex
21.1%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility15.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
15.6%
US
14.4%
NJ
9.2%
Essex
13.6%
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility88.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
88.5%
US
93.4%
NJ
93.0%
Essex
93.2%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility93.4%
Better than Avg
Here
93.4%
US
81.8%
NJ
78.7%
Essex
82.6%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility87.2%
Better than Avg
Here
87.2%
US
79.8%
NJ
80.1%
Essex
82.2%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.4%
Better than Avg
Here
0.4%
US
1.6%
NJ
1.2%
Essex
1.6%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

3deficiencies
Well below state avg (8.5)

Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill has 17 deficiencies across four surveys with no complaint-triggered violations. The facility shows recurring issues in medication management, infection control, and safety protocols, but all deficiencies have been corrected by the provider. While the pattern suggests ongoing operational challenges, the facility's responsiveness to addressing identified problems is a positive indicator for families considering care options.

Mar 14, 2025Routine
7
0291Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

0521Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

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

0583Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Aug 22, 2023Routine
1
0883Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Jan 27, 2023Routine
5
0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

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.

0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

0812Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Feb 25, 2021Routine
4
0686Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0607Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

0582Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

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.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey, INC.

Owner · Organization

Key personnel

Bartholomew, TracieOfficer / DirectorFrankenfield, ColleenOfficer / DirectorGewecke, StephenOfficer / DirectorHaciski, RafaelOfficer / DirectorHildebrandt, BardfordOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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