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Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation

962 River Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701 · Ocean County

5.0CMS overall rating(732) 370-8600 Visit website ↗

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 79% full — openings are usually available.

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.

One of Lakewood's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lakewood, NJ, with 242 certified beds and an average of about 192 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.30 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.67 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Lakewood for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 242
Avg. residents/day: 192
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 315190

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

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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 Lakewood prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.67; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.30; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 46.8%; 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): 8
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2026-03-20
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-20Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmQuality 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 …

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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

962 River Ave, Lakewood, NJ

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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4.7

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Common questions about Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation

How much does Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation cost?

Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lakewood, 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 Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation?

Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation?

Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation have availability?

Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation offer?

Leisure Chateau Rehabilitation in Lakewood, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 242 beds.

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