St. Barnabas Nursing Home stands as part of the St. Barnabas Health System Inc, offering several types of senior living, including independent living, living assistance, skilled nursing care, and memory care for people needing different levels of support, so you'll find that they have both private and semi-private rooms for residents. The community provides a variety of care services with a special focus on personalized, person-focused plans, so folks can get the daily assistance they need, whether that's help with bathing, dressing, grooming, or self-care, and they don't overlook things like medication management, incontinence support, wound care such as changing dressings, and transferring for those who use wheelchairs or need help walking.
There's a skilled team including a qualified medical director and facility psychiatrist on hand for consults, and the staff delivers physical, speech, and occupational therapies as well as restorative and rehabilitative care right within the home, and care continues with hospice, home care, and respite options for families who need a break. St. Barnabas has specialized units and a memory care center for those living with Alzheimer's disease or dementia, with secure courtyards, alert systems, and one-on-one activities and therapeutic programs to keep memory care residents engaged, while trained professionals also provide verbal reminders and frequent safety checks and wellness check-ins for peace of mind.
Social activities are part of daily life, including bingo, church services, field trips, and pet therapy, so residents can stay active and connected, and volunteers visit regularly to offer emotional and spiritual support like praying, reading, helping with photos, running errands, or just offering some company. Everybody has access to amenities like a beauty salon, ice cream parlor, billiards, social rooms, a patio, dining options with home-cooked meals, and even a theater and golf course for those who want a bit of entertainment or fresh air on the grounds. St. Barnabas is known for its commitment to Christian values and aims to make a warm, welcoming place where residents, families, and visitors alike can feel at ease, and they keep a close focus on safety, comfort, and compassion throughout all their levels of care.