SeniorCareRanked
New Jersey/EDISON
100
Excellent

NEW JERSEY VETERANS MEMORIAL HOME MENLO

132 EVERGREEN RD, EDISON, NJ 08818
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

NEW JERSEY VETERANS MEMORIAL HOME MENLO is a 328-bed government - state nursing home located in EDISON, New Jersey. It has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 100 out of 100, placing it above average for quality and safety. Staff turnover is 16.1%. This facility has no recorded fines. 9 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score100/100 (↑ Better than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating5/5 stars (↑ Better than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day5.6 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day1.05 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover16% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies9 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

    CMS Star Ratings

    Overall
    Health Inspection
    Staffing
    Quality Measures

    Staffing

    Total nurse hours/resident/day5.6
    RN hours/resident/day1.05
    Staff turnover16.1%
    RN turnover25%

    Facility Information

    Beds328
    Avg residents193.3
    OwnershipGovernment - State
    Provider typeMedicare
    Deficiencies (last inspection)9
    Resident/Family councilYes

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    What to Look for When Visiting NEW JERSEY VETERANS MEMORIAL HOME MENLO

    Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

    Is there an unpleasant smell?

    A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

    Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

    Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

    Count staff vs. residents during your visit

    NEW JERSEY VETERANS MEMORIAL HOME MENLO reports 5.6 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

    Ask about staff consistency

    Staff turnover is 16.1% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

    Ask about their most recent inspection

    9 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

    Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.