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CHESHIRE HOME

9 RIDGEDALE AVE, FLORHAM PARK, NJ 07932
Score: 95 / 100

Among nursing homes in New Jersey, Cheshire Home stands out with an A grade and a score of 95 out of 100. It ranks in the 96th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Cheshire Home provides above-average staffing with 8.00 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 13 deficiencies at Cheshire Home. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 8.00 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.31 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 2.55 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 4.14 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 7.01 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.94 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

13
Total Deficiencies
Sep 5, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 13 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0558 Severity D
    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    Sep 5, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0607 Severity D
    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
    Sep 5, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Sep 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0690 Severity D
    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent
    Sep 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0695 Severity D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    Sep 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 32.0% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 1.5% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 1.1% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 1.5% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 0.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 95 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
35
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Sep 5, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9