Mountainside, NJ · 64 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Mountainside's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,170–$16,340/mo
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Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
129 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ 07860 · Sussex County
Nursing Home and Rehab Facility specializing in Short-Term Rehabilitation, Postoperative Care, and Long Term Care, The Homestead is the next best thing to being cared for at home.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 43% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Newton
Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Newton, NJ, with 128 certified beds and an average of about 55 residents per day. It operates as part of the Benjamin Landa network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.71 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.27 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 18 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $111,754 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.71 hrs/resident/day)
- •18 deficiencies at last survey
- •$111,754 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Newton options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 128
- Avg. residents/day
- 55
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- Benjamin Landa
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315378
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $12,170–$16,340/mo (median $13,830) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Newark prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.71
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.27
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 42.2%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 18
- Federal fines
- 2 ($111,754)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-07-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (39 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-07-24Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
2025-07-24Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
2025-07-24Severity F — potential for harmNutrition 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-trad…
2025-07-24Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-07-24Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
2025-07-24Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.
2025-07-24Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
2025-07-24Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-01 | Fine | $45,682 |
| 2024-03-12 | Fine | $66,072 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
129 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ
- Monday: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Sunday: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
How much does Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center cost?
Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Newton, NJ area typically runs $12,170–$16,340 per month (median $13,830, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.71 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center?
Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has 39 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center have availability?
Typically 43% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center offer?
Homestead Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Newton, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 128 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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