Alaris Health at St. Mary's

135 S Center St, Orange NJ, 07050

Resident Review Score
5.9
|
Good
Starting price

$1,234

For this area
$$$
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Alaris Health at St. Mary's is a nursing home in Orange, NJ, with 188 certified beds. Alaris Health at St. Mary's is a senior care company operated by Alaris Health. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living and memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia. The community also has an independent living option. This facility may offer respite stays. If this is something you need, you will need to find out if there are any additional restrictions on this option. Alaris Health at St. Mary's offers several therapy services to its residents, including occupational and physical therapists (in-house). In addition, access to a speech therapist is provided. Alaris Health at St. Mary's offers vision and dental care to its residents.

Costs at this community start at $1,234 and range up to $14,357 per month. The average price in the community is $7,796, which is higher than the average cost of $7,795 for nursing home care in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional care may increase the monthly cost. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 4.6 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 2.0 hours with licensed nurses (1.3 by an RN and 0.8 by an LPN) and 2.6 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

The facility provides and emergency call system to ensure the safety of all residents. Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. See our amenity list below for more information. Apartment-style units are not always available, but this community offers studio/efficiency units and group housing options.

There are 71 hospitals within 25 miles of Alaris Health at St. Mary's. The two closest hospitals are East Orange General Hospital, which is 1.3 miles away, and University Hospital, which is 2.8 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 5, meaning it is in the top 10% of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The overall quality and staff are both rated as excellent with ratings of 5.

Some of the key amenities available at Alaris Health at St. Mary's are:

  • Outdoor Areas
  • Clubs & Communities
  • Pet Friendly
  • Beauty & Barber

For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 661-2445 or reach the community directly at(973) 266-3000

Pricing for Alaris Health at St. Mary's

$7,795Avg. Local Starting Price
Alaris Health at St. Mary's$1,234

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$8,408
  • In New York$7,795
  • In NJ$7,795

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Resident Review Score
5.9
|
Good
#2 in Orange, NJ
Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved12
Loved5
Good1
Average2
Below Average14

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has garnered positive feedback for its attentive and professional staff across various departments, including physical therapy, respiratory care, and nursing. Reviewers have frequently praised the staff for their encouragement, supportive care, and the progress they have facilitated in patients' recovery journeys. Many have highlighted the cleanliness of the facility and the pleasant atmosphere, with one noting the impressive physical therapy department that significantly aided their rehabilitation process. The hands-on caretakers were described as friendly and caring, with social workers commended for their compassion and understanding. The responsiveness and cooperation of nurses, as well as their remembrance of returning patients by name, were particularly appreciated. Moreover, administrative accessibility and the proactive communication regarding patients' conditions contributed to a reassuring experience for family members.
However, there were also some areas of concern raised. Negative comments include issues with the night nursing staff, food quality, and specific instances where the facility's cleanliness and staffing levels did not meet expectations. One reviewer mentioned encountering dirty conditions, which were promptly addressed after they made a call to administration. Complaints about the facility being understaffed, particularly on the 5th floor, and concerns regarding unattended needs during visits were also noted. Despite these criticisms, the overarching sentiment reflected satisfaction with the quality of care and the efforts made by the staff to address and improve upon raised issues.
In essence, this community has been recognized for its dedicated staff, effective rehabilitation services, and a welcoming environment that collectively contribute to a positive patient experience. While there are some criticisms, mainly concerning aspects of care and facility management, the responsive actions taken by the staff to rectify these issues demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a high standard of care and comfort for all residents and their families.

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ANNUAL DATA

Alaris Health at St. Mary's

Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

188
184.2

Local Avg

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

4
3.2

Local Avg

health inspection

3
2.9

Local Avg

quality

5
4.2

Local Avg

staff

4
2.6

Local Avg

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

0
1

Local Avg

infection control citations

0
0.4

Local Avg

fines

0
1.9

Local Avg

amount of fines

$0
$21,188

Local Avg

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

2
1.5

Local Avg

total nurse hours

5
3.6

Local Avg

weekend nurse hours

4
3.2

Local Avg

weekend rn hours

1
0.5

Local Avg

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

41
40.4

Local Avg

registered nurses

50
43.5

Local Avg

administrators who left

0
0.7

Local Avg

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    ALARIS HEALTH AT ST MARY'S

  • Ownership type

    For profit - Individual

  • Federal Provider Number

    315352

  • Provider SSA county code

    200

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    February 08, 1996

  • Type of council

    Resident

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    No

  • Located in hospital

    No

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Amenities

Alaris Health at St. Mary's

Outdoor Areas
Clubs & Communities
Pet Friendly
Beauty & Barber

Complaints

0 Penalties Imposed

$0 In Fines Imposed

0 Payment Denials

0 Total Fines Imposed

0 Total Incidents Reported

2 Health Complaint Deficiencies

4 Total Complaints Reported

9 Health Standard Deficiencies

9 Total Deficiencies Reported

Accommodations

Wifi

Cable TV

Fireplace

Housekeeping

Library & Computer Lounge

Outdoor Areas

Studio / Efficiency

Occupancy

176 Current Occupants

188 Total Units

Care

24-hour Skilled Nursing Care

Assisted Living

Cardiac Care

Dental Care

Diabetic

Dialysis

Hospice

Medication Coordination

Medication Management

Memory Care

Nurse Practitioner Program

Nurses

Occupational Therapy

Offers Resident/family Counciling

On-site Physical Therapy

Oxygen Therapy

Pain Management

Peritoneal Dialysis

Physical, Occupational And Speech Therapy

Restorative Nursing Care

Speech Therapy

Stroke Care

Tracheotomy Care

Vision Care

Activities & Fitness

Activity Center

Arts & Crafts

Clubs & Communities

Health And Wellness Programs

Live Entertainment

Services

Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Additional Features

Certified By Medicare And Medicaid

Chinese

Medicare Participant Since 02/08/1996

Pet Friendly

Spanish

Safety

Emergency Call System

Dining & Nutrition

Healthy Snacks

Meals Provided

Hospitals

Veterans Affairs New Jersey Health Care System East - Orange Campus

385 Tremont Avenue

Distance: 1.1 miles

East Orange General Hospital

300 Central Avenue

Distance: 1.3 miles

Columbus Hospital

495 North 13Th Street

Distance: 2.3 miles

Churches

Our Lady of Mt Carmel Catholic Church

103 South Center Street, City of Orange

Distance: 0.1 miles

Alpha Omega Fellowship

175 Parrow Street, City of Orange

Distance: 0.1 miles

Unity Baptist Church Inc

City of Orange

Distance: 0.2 miles

Resident Review Score
7
|
Loved
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