Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
497 Mt Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
497 Mt Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ 07104, Essex County
Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is a skilled nursing community located in the North Ward of Newark. Situated at 497 Mt Prospect Avenue, the center provides clinical care and support for seniors in Essex County. The building has a licensed capacity for 120 long-term care beds.
Daily life here is geared toward residents who need consistent nursing oversight and help with daily activities. Living spaces provide a practical setting for recovery and extended stays. Staff work directly with residents to manage their day-to-day health routines and personal care.
Care at the center centers on long-term nursing and rehabilitation services. It suits seniors recovering from illness or injury, as well as individuals living with chronic conditions that require around-the-clock attention. The team provides continuous support to maintain resident comfort and health.
The neighborhood setting along Mount Prospect Avenue keeps residents connected to Newark and the broader Essex County area. Families visiting their loved ones can easily reach the facility using local city routes and nearby transit. Its position in the community makes it a central option for city residents seeking skilled care close to home.
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.
Medicare ratings
Overall
2 out of 5
Health inspections
1 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
- 3.4 hours
- NJ average 3.9 hours
- Registered nurse time per resident, per day
- 0.6 hours
- NJ average 0.7 hours
- Nurse time per resident on weekends
- 3.2 hours
- Nursing staff turnover (per year)
- 32%
- NJ average 39%
- Registered nurse turnover (per year)
- 32%
- Administrators who left in the past year
- 0
Source: Medicare (CMS), updated monthly, last updated 8/1/2026. See it on Medicare Care Compare
Care services provided
Nursing home
- 24-hour skilled nursing care
- Long-term residential care
- Rehabilitation and healing therapies
Amenities
Living spaces
- Long-term care rooms
- 120 licensed bed capacity
Care and clinical services
- Rehabilitation services
- Long-term nursing care
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Location
497 Mt Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
License
- License number
- 62203
- NPI
- 1386302446 NPI Registry
- Licensed as
- Long Term Care Facility
- License valid to
- 10/31/2027
- Licensed capacity
- 120 long term care beds
- Payment accepted
- Medicaid, Medicare, Private pay
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 10/12/2026.
Ownership
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
- Owner on the licence
- FOREST HILL SNF OPERATIONS LLC
Frequently asked questions
What payment types are accepted?+
The center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment options. Families can speak with the admissions team to discuss their specific coverage.
Who is best suited for Forest Hills Center?+
The community is designed for individuals who require 24-hour nursing attention or ongoing rehabilitation. It works well for seniors with complex medical needs who can no longer safely live on their own.