Family of Caring Healthcare at Tenafly, LLC
133 County Road · Tenafly, NJ · 07670 · 2015677800
69 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Family of Caring Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.77 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.91 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.44 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 28% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $4,938 |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 16, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D November 22, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected December 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 22, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected December 30, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 22, 2023
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected December 30, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 22, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected December 30, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 22, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected December 30, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 10, 2023 | Fine | $1,764 |
| September 18, 2023 | Fine | $3,174 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 315164 · certified since August 1, 1977. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.