Care One At The Highlands, located in Edison, New Jersey, is a healthcare facility offering a variety of care services, primarily focused on nursing home and assisted living care. The facility caters to individuals requiring skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care, accommodating residents with diverse healthcare needs. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid and participating in Medicare since November 1, 1971, Care One At The Highlands provides amenities and services designed to enhance patient and family experience. Among these are social services, pain management, memory care, hospice, and stroke care. The facility takes a comprehensive approach to resident well-being, offering services such as wound and complex wound management, diabetes management, and IV therapies. Residents have access to a range of therapies, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies, with specialized programs available for cardiac care and stroke recovery.
Additionally, Care One At The Highlands emphasizes holistic care with additional support options like mental health consultation and yoga. The facility accommodates a variety of care needs, including podiatry, vision, dental care, and pain management, while also providing conveniences such as a barber/beauty salon and laundry services. The center hosts a resident and family council to engage with community feedback actively. It supports cultural and religious diversity, including Jewish-specific services and other communal activities. Rehabilitation and therapy services are lauded for promoting recovery, supported by compassionate caregivers, particularly in speech and occupational therapies.
Residents and families have shared mixed reviews about the facility. While some highlight the compassionate care in rehabilitation departments and commend staff members who go beyond their duties, others have noted concerns about neglect, inadequate hygiene, and unresponsiveness. Complaints included missed meals and medications and perceived staff disinterest. Despite these challenges, Care One At The Highlands offers a community-oriented environment with a wide range of care and support services, helping meet the various needs of its 104 current occupants.
Costs at this community start at $1,900 and range up to $13,800. The average price in the community is $7,850, which is less than the average price in the area of $8,279. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
