nursing home in Newark, NJ
Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
497 Mt Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ 07104 · (973) 482-5000
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing at a glance
Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Newark, New Jersey (Essex County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 5, 2025) found 17 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $37,580.
Nursing staff turnover is 32% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Infinite Care
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1997
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Essex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315375
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.38 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.58 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.13 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.22 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 32% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.6% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 17 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 143.3 | 72.3 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $37,580 | $34,926 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 111 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.1% | 84% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.9% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.1% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.9% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.1% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.4% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.3% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 8.1% | 12.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 7.9% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.1% | 15.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 80.1% | 93% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.8% | 79% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 30 health deficiencies and 30 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 23, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 22, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 9, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Standard | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 Standard | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2024 |
| July 27, 2021 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 27, 2021 |
| July 27, 2021 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2021 |
| July 27, 2021 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected September 27, 2021 |
| July 27, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected September 27, 2021 |
| July 27, 2021 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2021 |
| July 27, 2021 Standard | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0711 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2021 |
| July 27, 2021 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2021 |
| July 27, 2021 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $37,580 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 12, 2023 | Fine | $37,580 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOREST HILL SNF OPERATIONS HOLDING LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 05/01/2022 |
| CH FOREST HILL HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/01/2022 |
| CW FOREST HILL HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/01/2022 |
| SEAM TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/01/2022 |
| SK FOREST HILL HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/01/2022 |
| KLEIN, SOLOMON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
| MERVINE, GEORGE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing's rating?
Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New Jersey nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 17 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Infinite Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing and how do I contact it?
Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is at 497 Mt Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ 07104. Phone: (973) 482-5000.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.