Preferred Care at Old Bridge
6989 Rt18, Old Bridge, NJ 08857, Middlesex County
Preferred Care at Old Bridge is a licensed long-term care and subacute rehabilitation center located along Route 18 South in Old Bridge, New Jersey. The community holds 140 licensed beds and provides a clinical setting for individuals needing around-the-clock nursing supervision or focused short-term therapy. Its position on Route 18 gives visiting relatives easy regional access from central Middlesex County corridors.
Daily life inside the building balances nursing support with structured rehabilitation. Residents can participate in organized activities outlined on a regular recreational schedule. The community also prepares dedicated dietary menus to suit personal and nutritional needs throughout the day.
Clinical care is the primary focus of the facility. A team of physicians, nurses, and therapists delivers short-term post-surgical recovery, subacute rehabilitation, and orthopedic therapy designed to help patients regain mobility. Specialized medical services include tracheostomy care, IV therapy, wound treatment, cardiac recovery, pulmonary programs, and pain management.
For those who cannot safely manage on their own at home, the center maintains a dedicated long-term care unit with staff on hand 24 hours a day to assist with daily living activities. Short-term respite stays and compassionate hospice care are also available to support local families. Payment arrangements include Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.
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 nursing care
- Subacute rehabilitation
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Post-surgical care
- Cardiac recovery
- Pulmonary care
- Tracheostomy care
- Wound care
- IV therapy
- Pain management
- Restorative care
- Respite care
- Hospice care
Amenities
Dining
- Dietary menus
Activities and recreation
- Recreational schedule
- Planned recreational activities
Clinical spaces
- Subacute rehabilitation gym
- Long-term care nursing unit
Wellness and care
- Restorative care areas
- Therapy treatment spaces
Services
- Assistance with daily living activities
- In-person tours
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Location
6989 Rt18, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
License
- License number
- 061220
- Licensed as
- Long Term Care Facility
- License valid to
- 03/31/2027
- Licensed capacity
- 140 long term care beds
- Payment accepted
- Medicaid, Medicare, Private pay
- Executive director
- Ms. Lauren Kessler
- 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
- PREFERRED CARE AT OLD BRIDGE, LLC
Frequently asked questions
What types of care and therapy are offered?+
Care options include 24-hour skilled nursing, subacute rehabilitation, orthopedic therapy, and post-surgical recovery. Clinical teams also handle tracheostomy care, IV therapy, wound management, cardiac recovery, respite stays, and hospice care.
Does Preferred Care at Old Bridge accept Medicaid or Medicare?+
Yes, the community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment methods for licensed long-term care and rehabilitation services.
Can family members schedule a tour before admission?+
Yes, families can contact the building directly to book an in-person tour and discuss specific accommodation requests.
Are short-term respite stays available?+
Yes, the team provides short-term respite care to give primary caregivers a temporary break while ensuring their loved one receives continuous medical oversight.
