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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Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home
78 Sliker Road, Califon, NJ 07830 · Hunterdon County
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 73% 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.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Califon, NJ, with 36 certified beds and an average of about 26 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 50%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $348,686 in the recent record. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •15 deficiencies at last survey
- •$348,686 in federal fines
- •In the CMS Special Focus Facility program
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Califon options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 36
- Avg. residents/day
- 26
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315467
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
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 15
- Federal fines
- 3 ($348,686)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2024-10-30
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (54 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-07-10Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-03-18Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-03-18Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-03-18Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2025-03-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-03-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
2024-10-30Severity J — immediate jeopardyQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-10-30Severity F — 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-10 | Fine | $62,493 |
| 2025-03-18 | Fine | $248,671 |
| 2024-10-30 | Fine | $37,522 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
78 Sliker Road, Califon, NJ
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home
How much does Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home cost?
Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Califon, 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 Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
What did inspectors find at Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home?
Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home has 54 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-30). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home have availability?
Typically 73% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home offer?
Little Brook Nursing and Convalescent Home in Califon, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 36 beds.
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