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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Mohawk Meadows
1 O'brien Lane, Lafayette, NJ 07848 · Sussex County
Mohawk Meadows Rehab & Nursing is located in Lafayette, NJ and provides short-term and long-term rehab and nursing care.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 92% full (146 of 159 beds occupied on an average day).
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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
Mohawk Meadows is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lafayette, NJ, with 159 certified beds and an average of about 146 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, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.80 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.46 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 19.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $738,307 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (2.80 hrs/resident/day)
- •$738,307 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lafayette options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 159
- Avg. residents/day
- 146
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315044
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
- 2.80
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.46
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 19.1%
- 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)
- 10
- Federal fines
- 2 ($738,307)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2024-11-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (25 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-08-18Severity 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.
2025-08-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-08-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024-11-19Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
2024-11-19Severity 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.
2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-21 | Fine | $713,795 |
| 2023-11-21 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-06-26 | Fine | $24,512 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1 O'brien Lane, Lafayette, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Mohawk Meadows
How much does Mohawk Meadows cost?
Mohawk Meadows does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lafayette, 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 Mohawk Meadows's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Mohawk Meadows 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Mohawk Meadows?
Staff provide about 2.80 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 19.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Mohawk Meadows?
Mohawk Meadows has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Mohawk Meadows have availability?
Typically 92% full (146 of 159 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Mohawk Meadows offer?
Mohawk Meadows in Lafayette, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 159 beds.
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