Crane's Mill Health Center, situated in West Caldwell, NJ, is a nursing home and part of a larger Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) that provides comprehensive healthcare services tailored to the needs of its residents. The Health Center offers a variety of care options, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, and specialized memory support. Its approach relies on personalized care plans developed by a multidisciplinary team, aiming to meet the diverse requirements of each resident. The facility is equipped to handle various medical needs with programs for diabetes care, incontinence care, and a dedicated pulmonary rehabilitation program, alongside professional outpatient services like occupational and physical therapy. It also ensures round-the-clock support with 24-hour Licensed Practical Nurses available for residents. Crane's Mill features a secured community environment, designed for safety and comfort, supported by outdoor walking paths to encourage physical exercise.

Additional amenities at Crane's Mill Health Center include clubs and communities that foster social connections, and a barber/beauty salon to cater to personal grooming needs. The center emphasizes wellness through fitness programs and offers options such as yoga and chair yoga to support physical health. To address medication needs, medication management and administration services are available, ensuring residents receive their prescribed treatments as necessary. For those requiring assistance, a Care Navigator is available to guide residents through their personalized care plans.

Transportation at Crane's Mill is available for both medical and non-medical purposes, ensuring residents can access external medical appointments and engage in community outings. The facility offers complimentary transportation services as part of its commitment to facilitating mobility and independence for residents. Although some residents and families have mixed feelings about the overall care quality, attributing changes to cost-cutting measures implemented in previous years, Crane's Mill continues to focus on providing essential services within its contractual framework. Residents appreciate the friendships and communities they have developed, despite expressing some dissatisfaction with changes in staffing and activities. This reflects broader industry challenges faced by CCRCs, which are navigated with attention to ongoing resident care and support needs.

Costs at this community start at $1,234 and range up to $14,357. The average price in the community is $7,796, which is less than the average price in the area of $8,456. 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.