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Waterfront Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise highly effective physical and occupational therapy. Still worth an in-person visit.

633 State Route 28, Raritan, NJ 08869138 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.9/5

based on 84 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

The facility has shown a positive trend under recent management, with many families praising the cleanliness and the dedicated therapy team. However, because some reviewers still report slow response times to call bells and communication gaps, we recommend that you personally test the responsiveness of the nursing station during your tour and ask for a direct contact person for updates on your loved one's care.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

84 reviews on Google
Waterfront Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center receives polarized feedback, with recent reviews highlighting significant improvements under new management, particularly regarding cleanliness and staff attentiveness. However, long-term concerns persist regarding inconsistent communication, slow response times to call bells, and occasional lapses in patient supervision. Families should weigh the strong physical therapy department against recurring reports of administrative challenges and staffing responsiveness.

Quality Themes

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Food4.0Staff6.0Clean8.0Activities9.0Meds3.0Memory5.0Comms3.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Highly effective physical and occupational therapy
  • Clean and well-maintained facility environment
  • Friendly and empathetic nursing and CNA staff
  • Active and engaging recreation programs

Concerns

  • Slow or non-existent response to call bells (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
  • Poor communication and difficulty reaching staff by phone (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
  • Inadequate supervision leading to patient falls (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Poor food quality and dietary management (mentioned by 3 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

234'17(2)'19(6)'21(7)'23(6)'25(27)'26(6)

Distribution · 77 analyzed

5
41
4
13
3
4
2
1
1
18

How They Respond to Reviews

98%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard great things about your physical and occupational therapy programs; could you tell us more about how those are integrated into a resident's daily routine?
  • 2How do you ensure that call bells are answered promptly, especially during busy shift changes or overnight?
  • 3What is the process for communicating important medical updates or changes in condition to family members to ensure we stay in the loop?
  • 4Could you describe the daily dining experience and how you manage specific dietary needs or nutritional preferences?
  • 5What specific protocols are in place to monitor residents and prevent falls, particularly during the night or during periods of high activity?
  • 6We noticed the facility is very well-maintained; what is your schedule for cleaning and ensuring the resident rooms stay comfortable?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The Physical/Occupational therapy department is great, they worked with me every day to build my strength and help me learn how to do things without putting weight on my fractured foot.

Rehab patient · 2019★★★☆☆

This facility has been my best experience, my best recovery, and I am pleased to recommend this facility. So many aspects of care, and of life in rehab, were superior.

Rehab patient · 2020★★★★★

The facility had change a lot in the past 6 months. The lobby looks a lot cleaner and put together. And the wings and floors are always clean.

Visitor · 2024★★★★★
Source: 84 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.38hrs
50%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
2.96hrs
72%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
30%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
43%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

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

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

16

measures

Worse Than Avg

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.9%
Better than Avg
Here
2.9%
US
15.3%
NJ
9.1%
Somerset
19.1%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility9.6%
Better than Avg
Here
9.6%
US
19.4%
NJ
15.7%
Somerset
22.4%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility3.8%
Better than Avg
Here
3.8%
US
14.4%
NJ
9.2%
Somerset
16.1%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
NJ
93.0%
Somerset
90.0%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility20.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
20.2%
US
15.4%
NJ
12.7%
Somerset
15.5%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.5%
Better than Avg
Here
6.5%
US
12.1%
NJ
11.7%
Somerset
8.5%

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

Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility97.4%
Better than Avg
Here
97.4%
US
81.8%
NJ
78.7%
Somerset
81.9%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility92.5%
Better than Avg
Here
92.5%
US
79.7%
NJ
80.1%
Somerset
79.0%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.9%
Better than Avg
Here
0.9%
US
1.6%
NJ
1.2%
Somerset
0.8%
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)
4 complaint-triggered

This facility has significant recurring safety deficiencies requiring close attention, with families filing complaint reports about resident living conditions and dietary accommodations. Fire safety and electrical systems are the most persistent problem areas, appearing across multiple surveys with repeated violations for sprinkler maintenance, fire alarms, and emergency lighting. Food service issues also recur frequently, involving meal quality and food safety standards, while infection control problems persist across surveys despite reported corrections.

Nov 24, 2025Routine
13
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.

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.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0351Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

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.

0372Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0911Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

0916Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

0923Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0281Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install proper backup exit lighting.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Apr 23, 2025Complaint
2
0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

May 30, 2024Routine
24
0211Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0341Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0372Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0926Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

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.

0281Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install proper backup exit lighting.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0908Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.

0550Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0803Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

0804Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

0809Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.

0551Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.

0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0644Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0679Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

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.

0698Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

0700Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0756Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

May 30, 2024Complaint
2
0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0806Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Mar 22, 2022Routine
13
0341Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0918Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0640Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

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.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0636Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

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.

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.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0888Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Waterfront Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Atlas Healthcare

Chain Size

29 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.8/5 · Rank 6 of 28 (Best)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Rivers Edge Holdco LLC

Owner · Organization

100%

Copper Nj Trust

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Gold Nj Trust

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Malt Family Trust

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Nj Mazel Parentco LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Nj Noble Parentco LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Sgs 2010 Family Trust

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Silver Nj Tr

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Tyh 2017 Trust

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Meisner, Robert

Owner (parent company)

Key personnel

Goldberger, ShlomoW-2 Managing EmployeeBak, PinchosOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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