Parker at River Road
1421 River Road, Piscataway, NJ 08854, Middlesex County
Parker at River Road is a skilled nursing residence set along River Road in Piscataway, right in Middlesex County. The home is licensed for 79 residents and follows the Eden Alternative philosophy. That model focuses on bringing daily life inside, giving residents regular contact with plants, visiting animals, and children from the on-site child development center.
Living arrangements include private and semi-private rooms that residents can decorate with their own personal items. Common spaces give everyone places to gather or unwind, including Center Court for everyday socializing and a nondenominational chapel for religious services. For quiet relaxation, the building features the Comfort Zone, a dedicated sensory space based on Snoezelen therapy.
Days here include group exercise classes, communal meals, and scheduled recreational programs. Residents can spend time outdoors walking along the Tranquility Trail, sitting in the sensory garden, or relaxing on the open-air patios. Dining brings people together over familiar, favorite dishes, with drinks and snacks kept on hand around the clock.
Care is delivered 24 hours a day by skilled nursing staff and visiting physicians. The clinical team can support specialized medical needs, including peritoneal dialysis, IV therapy, and on-site lab work. Because Parker at River Road operates purely as a private-pay nursing residence, it suits individuals seeking personalized long-term nursing care who do not plan to use Medicaid or Medicare.
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-hour skilled nursing care
- Physician services
- Peritoneal dialysis
- IV therapy for an additional fee
- Laboratory work for an additional fee
- Medical supplies as needed for an additional fee
- Medication administration for an additional fee
Amenities
Dining
- Daily dining with resident favorite foods
- Always-available beverages and refreshments
- Guest meals for an additional fee
Living spaces
- Private rooms
- Semi-private rooms
- The Center Court social area
- Nondenominational chapel
- The Comfort Zone sensory space using Snoezelen principles
Grounds and outdoors
- Outdoor patios
- Tranquility Trail
- Sensory garden
Activities and wellness
- Recreational activities
- Group exercise classes
- Visits with children from the on-site child development center
- Interaction with animals and plants
- Spiritual and pastoral counseling
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Personal laundry services
- Social services
- Beauty parlor for an additional fee
- Dry cleaning services for an additional fee
- Resident phone service for an additional fee
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Location
1421 River Road, Piscataway, NJ 08854
License
- License number
- 061213
- Licensed as
- Long Term Care Facility
- License valid to
- 08/31/2027
- Licensed capacity
- 79 long term care beds
- Payment accepted
- Private pay
- Special care offered
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Executive director
- Ms. Caralee Dill
- 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
- FRANCIS E. PARKER MEMORIAL HOME INC.
Frequently asked questions
What level of care is provided at Parker at River Road?+
Parker at River Road is a 79-bed licensed long-term care facility providing 24-hour skilled nursing care. It also supports clinical needs such as peritoneal dialysis, physician oversight, and IV therapy.
What room styles are available?+
The residence provides both private and semi-private bedrooms. Residents are welcome to bring personal decorations to make their space feel like home.
Does Parker at River Road accept Medicare or Medicaid?+
No, this home operates entirely as a private-pay residence. It does not accept Medicare or Medicaid payments for long-term care.
What outdoor and sensory spaces are on the grounds?+
Residents have access to outdoor patios, a dedicated sensory garden, and the Tranquility Trail. Inside, there is also the Comfort Zone, which uses Snoezelen therapy principles for sensory relaxation.
Do residents interact with children or pets?+
Yes, children from the on-site child development center visit the residence. As an Eden Alternative community, daily life also incorporates regular interaction with live plants and animals.
Can family members join residents for meals?+
Yes, meals are served every day with snacks and drinks always available. Families can also purchase guest meals to dine alongside their loved ones.
What services require an extra charge?+
Additional fees apply for beauty parlor appointments, dry cleaning, personal phone service, IV therapy, medications, lab tests, and specific medical supplies.