35 Cottage Street, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922, Union County
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is a 130-bed skilled nursing and sub-acute rehabilitation center located at 35 Cottage Street in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. The building sits on a quiet residential street in Union County, offering both short-term rehabilitation and ongoing long-term medical care. The setting balances dedicated clinical spaces with communal gathering spots designed for comfort and connection.
Residents can spend time in indoor common areas or head outside to designated outdoor visitation spots to catch up with family and friends. Living arrangements include private rooms, and daily hospitality needs are supported through a dedicated patient concierge program. Laundry and housekeeping teams keep living areas clean and comfortable, while a social work team helps residents and their families manage transitions and plan care.
Meals are planned around seasonal weekly menus with guidance from a registered dietitian nutritionist. The kitchen and dietary teams accommodate individual medical dietary requirements while serving regular meals in dining areas. Between meals, the daily life calendar features organized group pastimes, music therapy, and pet therapy visits to keep days structured and engaging.
Medical care is provided around the clock by licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, and certified nursing assistants. Specialized on-site professionals include a physiatrist, podiatrist, wound specialist, and psychologist, which reduces the need for disruptive trips out to medical clinics. Clinical teams manage everything from IV therapy and tracheostomy care to diabetes management, complex wound healing, and total parenteral nutrition.
The community is well suited for people needing post-surgical recovery, stroke rehabilitation, or continuous nursing support for complex conditions. Physical, occupational, and speech therapists work seven days a week in the on-site gym to help short-stay patients regain strength and return home. Families looking for temporary relief can also arrange respite or vacation stays.
What 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.
Overall
4 out of 5
Health inspections
3 out of 5
Quality measures
5 out of 5
Staffing
3 out of 5
From Medicare Care Compare, updated 8/1/2026.
Source: Medicare (CMS), updated monthly, last updated 8/1/2026. See it on Medicare Care Compare
Autumn Lake is a great facility. My husband had been there four years ago, the care the staff gave him was fantastic. My mom needed rehab, I didn’t have to look anywhere, I knew she would get great care at Autumn Lake. The entire staff are very helpful, caring and friendly. The facility is newly renovated and clean. The Chef serves good tasty meals. 👍🏻
Visiting my cousin, had a birthday luncheon for him in the Garden Room. The facility is bright and clean. Staff busy with residents and job responsibilities. Deacon came in to see Jim and have him communion. A sweet staff member came in to say. My cousin is well taken care of and as a family, we are pleased to have in at Autum Lake Healthcare! Thank you. C. Williams
We’ve had an excellent experience here. The facility is incredibly clean and clearly updated throughout - everything feels modern and well maintained. The therapy department is outstanding. The staff are professional, caring, and go above and beyond to help residents meet their goals. You can tell they really take pride in the work they do. Highly recommend Autumn Lake if you’re looking for quality care in a great environment!
It’s clear why Autumn Lake is the first choice for sub acute rehab. For starters, I have never met a more respectful team who does their role simply because they care!! Good care good times!!! The nurses and aids feel like they are taking care of their own family and the activities they have here are made to uplift anyone’s day. The kitchen goes above and beyond to acomodate everyone’s needs and to top it off, I have never seen a more dedicated rehab team who makes each resident there top priority. All this is made possible with the leadership of the incredible admin Uri and director of nursing Yolande. Highly recommend this facility!!!!!!!!
Beautiful facility that is exceptionally clean, well maintained, and has such a warm and welcoming atmosphere from the moment you walk in. The entire staff is professional, friendly, attentive, and always willing to help. You can really tell the employees care about the residents and take pride in what they do. The therapy team is excellent, the food is great, and the overall environment feels positive and comforting for both residents and families. A huge amount of credit goes to the administrator, who does an outstanding job running the facility and leading such an incredible team. He is constantly present, checks in on residents personally, visits rooms, takes time to address concerns, and genuinely makes people feel heard and cared for. His leadership, compassion, and attention to detail clearly reflect throughout the entire building and staff. It’s rare to find a facility this well run with such caring employees and strong management. Highly recommend to anyone looking for quality care for their loved ones
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35 Cottage Street, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 11/9/2026.
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
The community provides short-term sub-acute rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing, dementia care, and short-term respite stays. Clinical services include wound care, IV therapy, tracheostomy care, pain management, and stroke recovery.
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available seven days a week in the on-site therapy gym. Therapists build individualized plans focused on rebuilding strength, balance, and independence.
Yes, private rooms are available upon request depending on current availability. Families can ask about room configurations and tour options during the admissions process.
The facility has 130 licensed long-term care beds. Care is provided 24 hours a day by a team of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights accepts Medicare, Medicaid, private pay, and most commercial insurance plans. The admissions team can verify individual coverage details before admission.
Yes, specialized clinicians visit regularly to care for residents on site. The team includes an on-site physiatrist, podiatrist, wound care specialist, and psychologist.
