New Jersey Eastern Star Rehabilitation and Nursing, sometimes called New Jersey Eastern Star Home, has served Central Jersey since 1957 as a not-for-profit skilled nursing center right on fourteen peaceful acres in Bridgewater Township, New Jersey, and folks have said it's a fixture around here with its long tradition of offering care with compassion and professionalism. The facility provides rehabilitation, sub-acute care, long-term care, respite care, residential accommodations, and skilled nursing services, all tailored to the needs of each person, whether they need help recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or a place to call home for the long run. You'll find a calm, healing environment with both private and semi-private rooms, fully furnished with basics like a single bed, dresser, desk, and plenty of space, and there are even spacious private rooms with full baths for those who want more privacy, which is nice because everyone wants a place that feels familiar and comfortable. Residents here get daily support with personal care, meals, medication, housekeeping, laundry, and there's always a friendly, trained staff ready to help out, including licensed nurses, certified nursing assistants, a Director of Activities, and an administrator with several certifications.
The grounds are especially pleasant, featuring an award-winning garden with a bubbling fountain, arbors, a secluded gazebo, and walking paths built with wheelchairs and walkers in mind, where folks can spend time outdoors, sit with friends by the bistro seating, and enjoy some fresh air. Inside the building, you'll find wide, comfortable common areas with modern furnishings, multiple fireplaces, and free Wi-Fi so folks can relax, socialize, or keep up with family. There's a full calendar of activities-arts, exercise, games, crafts, music, and frequent events-and a beauty salon on site, so staying active and connected isn't hard, especially with organized trips out in the facility's multi-passenger van to shops, cultural spots, and entertainment venues in the area, which can really brighten someone's week. The meals are provided daily from a rotating menu, and residents have access to special dietary needs.
The rehabilitation department runs physical, occupational, and speech therapy right there on site, seven days a week, so folks can get back on their feet or keep their skills up without leaving the building, and each resident's care plan is individualized to fit what's needed most. Respite care-both short-term and overnight-lets families take a break while residents get expert care, especially after surgery or an illness. Medical care includes regular visits from doctors, medication administration, IV therapy, wound care, fall prevention, and access to medical specialists as needed, so both simple and complex needs get met without a fuss. The staff uses modern tech like the Nursa app to keep everything running and to support shifts and profiles, which keeps daily operations smoother for everyone involved.
New Jersey Eastern Star Home has a longstanding reputation in the community for high-quality outcomes and is Medicaid certified, and it's known for being especially welcoming and supportive, including to the LGBTQIA+ community. Safety and health are priorities, with responses in place for COVID-19 and well-practiced fall prevention measures. People often say the facility feels like a home away from home, with its focus on belonging and compassionate care, always working to make sure both residents and their families feel included and supported, and over the years, it's earned recognition as a Five-Star Nursing Home in Central New Jersey. There are always opportunities to join their team, enjoy the community events, and look at a gallery that shows a glimpse into daily life, and each suite allows a bit of personality to shine through as residents settle in, which can make a big difference in feeling settled and cared for as the years go by.
