The Venetian Care & Rehabilitation Center
275 John T O'leary Boulevard, South Amboy, NJ 08879, Middlesex County
The Venetian Care & Rehabilitation Center is a 180-bed skilled nursing and post-acute facility located at 275 John T. O'Leary Boulevard in South Amboy. Sitting in Middlesex County right near the Raritan Bay waterfront, the center offers both short-stay subacute rehabilitation and long-term nursing home care. The setting balances dedicated clinical areas with comfortable spaces designed for recovery and extended living.
Residents have access to cozy rooms, home-style dining, and communal areas for gatherings and therapeutic activities. Daily life includes a life enrichment program featuring therapeutic recreation, art and music sessions, sensory activities, and intergenerational events. The community also provides dedicated cultural programs, including specialized Hispanic and Indian community initiatives, along with family support resources.
Clinical support is available 24 hours a day with round-the-clock registered nurses and physician coverage. Specialized rehabilitation tracks address distinct health needs, including the CardioPro cardiac rehab program, the RespiraCare pulmonary program with on-site respiratory therapists, and the RenalX kidney support track. Patients recovering from strokes, joint replacements, complex surgeries, or dealing with chronic respiratory and diabetic conditions receive physical, occupational, and speech therapy up to seven days a week.
The building suits individuals stepping down from hospital care at nearby health networks, as well as seniors who require permanent, around-the-clock assistance with medical management and daily tasks. Families in South Amboy and neighboring Raritan Bay communities also have access to dedicated memory support for dementia and short-term respite stays to relieve primary caregivers.
Pricing
What care costs in this area.
What nursing home care costs in this area
$12,775 a month
That is the New Jersey median for a semi-private nursing home room, not this community's price. This community's actual rate depends on room type and care level. Ask us for this month's real numbers.
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey, published March 2026. Figures verified September 2026.
Care services provided
Nursing home
- 24/7 skilled nursing care
- Physical, occupational, and speech therapy up to 7 days a week
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- CardioPro cardiac rehab program
- RespiraCare pulmonary rehabilitation
- RenalX chronic kidney disease management
- Stroke recovery care
- Post-operative subacute care
- Wound management
- Tracheostomy care
- Intravenous (IV) therapy and inotropic drips
- Urgent SNF stabilization program
- Memory care programming
- Hospice and palliative care
- Respite care stays
- Diabetes management
- Pain management
- Bariatric care
- Restorative nursing care
Amenities
Dining
- Home-style meals
- Nutrition and dietary services
- Cardiac-specific diet planning
- Renal diet counseling
Living spaces
- Cozy resident rooms
- Comfort amenities
Activities and recreation
- Life enrichment programs
- Therapeutic recreation
- Art and music activities
- Sensory and reminiscence therapies
- Intergenerational programs
Cultural programs
- Hispanic community programming
- Indian community programming
Clinical features
- Onsite laboratory and diagnostic testing
- Onsite EKGs and echocardiograms
- Onsite radiology services
- Airway clearance devices
- Sleep study testing
Support services
- Care Navigation post-discharge support
- Dialysis transportation and coordination
- Family support and education
- Social work and case management
Safety and monitoring
- 24/7 cardiac monitoring
- ZOLL LifeVest monitoring
- Pacemaker assessments
- Nocturnal respiratory support (AVAPS, CPAP, BiPAP)
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Location
275 John T O'leary Boulevard, South Amboy, NJ 08879
License
- License number
- 12035
- Licensed as
- Long Term Care Facility
- License valid to
- 05/31/2027
- Licensed capacity
- 180 long term care beds
- Payment accepted
- Medicaid, Medicare, Private pay
- Executive director
- Ms. Sandra Lowden
- As listed on the state license.
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 9/25/2026.
Ownership
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
- Owner on the licence
- THE VENETIAN CARE & REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC
Frequently asked questions
What types of care are available at The Venetian?+
The center provides short-term post-acute rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing care, memory care, respite care, and hospice or palliative support. It also features targeted clinical programs for cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary care, and chronic kidney disease management.
How often is physical and occupational therapy provided?+
Therapy is offered up to seven days a week based on individual care plans. The clinical team provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy alongside specialized post-operative, orthopedic, and stroke recovery services.
What payment methods does the center accept?+
The state license records confirm that The Venetian accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment options. Families should speak directly with admissions to review specific insurance plans and program coverage.
Does the community offer cultural or language-specific programs?+
Yes, the center has distinct community initiatives specifically tailored for Hispanic and Indian residents. These programs run alongside daily life enrichment, art and music sessions, and intergenerational events.
What respiratory and pulmonary care services are offered?+
The RespiraCare program provides on-site respiratory therapists, tracheostomy care, oxygen therapy, nocturnal support like CPAP and BiPAP, and airway clearance devices. The program is overseen by a board-certified pulmonologist.
