The third floor is in need of a makeover. The rooms feel dull and dingy, and from the moment you step off the elevator, there is an unpleasant odor that is not welcoming. The garbage cans in the rooms are in poor condition. I recently visited a family member on the third floor, and the strong smell made the environment feel very uncomfortable. Improving the cleanliness, odor, and overall appearance of the floor would greatly enhance the experience for patients and their visitors. The food menu can also be improved for patients without special dietary restrictions. The staff is good from what I have seen; I visit once or twice a week. I’m hoping someone sees this and takes my opinion under consideration. You never know who is visiting the facility and what impact it might have on others.
Aristacare at Parkside
400 W Stimpson Ave, Linden, NJ 07036, Union County
AristaCare at Parkside is a 240-bed skilled nursing and long-term care facility located on West Stimpson Avenue in Linden, New Jersey. The newly renovated building accommodates residents coming for short-term post-hospital rehabilitation as well as those needing around-the-clock nursing care. Private rooms are available, and the layout features distinct spaces including a modern therapy gym, dedicated dining rooms, and specialized memory care areas.
Daily life inside the building includes creative arts, scheduled group gatherings, outings, and spiritual services. An on-site beauty salon and barber shop provides personal grooming, and Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the building. The center also provides dedicated cultural program areas created specifically to serve members of the local Indian, Spanish, and Polish communities.
Clinical teams provide comprehensive medical support ranging from seven-day-a-week physical, occupational, and speech therapy to specialized wound care and peritoneal dialysis. Programs address complex health conditions such as congestive heart failure through cardiac telemetry monitoring, pulmonary disease, stroke recovery, and orthopedic rehab. Memory care is offered through the Nostalgia Park cognitive care program, supported by physician-led oversight and around-the-clock nursing.
The facility sits in a residential neighborhood of Union County, close to local transit and regional medical centers. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment options, making it accessible for families seeking either recovery after a hospital stay or permanent long-term nursing placement close to home.
Pricing
What care costs in this area.
What assisted living costs in this area
$9,450 a month
That is the median for assisted living across North and Central New Jersey, 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.
That market area includes Union County.
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey, published March 2026. Figures verified September 2026.
Levels of care on this campus
Each level of care here holds its own New Jersey Department of Health license. Residents can move to more care without leaving the campus.
Nursing home
Aristacare At Parkside
License 062017, valid through 06/30/2027
240 licensed beds
Accepts: Medicaid, Medicare, Private
Assisted living
Aristacare At Parkside
License 90C000, valid through 06/30/2027
40 licensed beds
Accepts: Medicaid, Private
Medicare ratings
Overall
3 out of 5
Health inspections
2 out of 5
Quality measures
5 out of 5
Staffing
3 out of 5
From Medicare Care Compare, updated 8/1/2026.
Staffing
- Nurse time per resident, per day
- 3.5 hours
- NJ average 3.9 hours
- Registered nurse time per resident, per day
- 0.3 hours
- NJ average 0.7 hours
- Nurse time per resident on weekends
- 3.2 hours
- Nursing staff turnover (per year)
- 35%
- NJ average 39%
- Registered nurse turnover (per year)
- 25%
- Administrators who left in the past year
- 1
Source: Medicare (CMS), updated monthly, last updated 8/1/2026. See it on Medicare Care Compare
Care services provided
Nursing home
- 24/7 skilled nursing care
- Post-hospital inpatient rehabilitation
- Physical, occupational, and speech therapy seven days a week
- Peritoneal dialysis care
- Cardiac boot camp and CHF management
- Stroke and neurological disease care
- Wound care management
- Pulmonary disease and COPD care
- Orthopedic and post-surgical recovery
- Nostalgia Park memory care program
- Hospital readmission prevention and transitional care
- Respite care
- Comorbidity management
- Telemedicine and onsite physician coverage
Assisted living
- 24-hour staff support
- Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming)
- Medication management and administration
- Meal preparation and dining services
- Housekeeping and laundry
- Social and recreational activities
- Transportation services
- Accessibility tools and safety monitoring
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Emergency call system
Amenities
Living spaces
- Private resident rooms
- Dedicated memory care spaces
- Cultural program areas for Indian, Spanish, and Polish communities
Dining
- Inviting dining areas
Wellness and care
- Rehabilitation therapy gym
- Cardiac telemetry monitoring equipment
- Virtual reality therapy technology
Activities and outings
- Creative arts
- Spiritual services
- Daily activities
- Events and outings
Services
- Beauty salon and barber services
- Laundry services
- Wi-Fi
Photos
Reviews
Reviews on Google
Today was my first time here. I was visiting my brother mother-in-law. My first impression when I walked through the doors it was clean and no smell. I went to the second floor and it was clean. The hallway was quite. You did see nurses. I am very observing. You can tell the patents are cared for. I would definitely recommend this facility.
I visited this place yesterday and it was absolutely horrible!!! The guest I came to visit was covered in vomit and urine and there staff had no clue to it he has seizures and trimmers and was left outside from what he said was hrs when asked for him to be cleaned his aide couldn’t provide us with any information about why he didn’t have clean clothes because she was pier diem and the on staff supervisor Reggie said cause the laundry shoot has been broken for weeks so he had to take a hospital gown ! Wow this is not 4 star care it 2 stars at best do better
Artists care is amazing. They truly show so much concern of their patients while in the facility and even after they are discharged and at home. Constant phone calls are made to the patient to make sure the patient continues their doctor visits- The goal is to make sure the patient get the best care for their health. Mary, our family really appreciate your concern and professionalism!
The first comfort i had with Lisa in admission. She is very compassionate she had real concern about my son . Everyone there was very knowledgeable on my sons needs and medical history . The facility is very clean and very luxurious. The nursing staff is very knowledgeable on my sons medical needs and the aides are very attentive to him . I feel like they truly aim to please my son and me . Thank God i found a good home for my son
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Location
400 W Stimpson Ave, Linden, NJ 07036
License
- License number
- 062017
- NPI
- 1932644176 NPI Registry
- Licensed as
- Long Term Care Facility
- License valid to
- 06/30/2027
- Licensed capacity
- 240 long term care beds
- Payment accepted
- Medicaid, Medicare, Private pay
- Special care offered
- Peritoneal dialysis
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 11/9/2026.
Ownership
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
- Owner on the licence
- LINDEN GARDEN ESTATES LLC
Frequently asked questions
What payment options are accepted at AristaCare at Parkside?+
The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment. Admissions staff can confirm specific coverage and managed care arrangements.
Does the community offer specialized memory care?+
Yes, the center features dedicated memory care spaces and provides the specialized Nostalgia Park program for residents experiencing cognitive loss and dementia. Staff deliver structured 24-hour support tailored to cognitive needs.
Can residents receive dialysis on site?+
Yes, state licensing records show a special care unit for peritoneal dialysis. This allows residents requiring peritoneal dialysis to receive support without leaving the center for routine care.
How often is physical therapy offered for short-term rehab?+
Therapy services are provided seven days a week in an on-site rehabilitation gym. Care teams offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy, supported by cardiac telemetry monitoring and virtual reality technology.
What cultural programs are available?+
The community features dedicated cultural program areas serving Indian, Spanish, and Polish residents. These programs provide cultural connection alongside daily activities, arts, and spiritual services.
Are private rooms available for residents?+
Yes, the facility offers private resident rooms alongside dedicated dining areas and common therapy spaces.