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HomeNew JerseyDwelling Place at St Clares

Dwelling Place at St Clares

400 West Blackwell St, Dover, NJ 078019739893500WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(1328 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
28
certified

How Dwelling Place at St Clares Compares in New Jersey

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in New Jersey. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
NJ average
3.3/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
NJ average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
3/5
NJ average
3.0/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.93 hrs/day
NJ average
3.85 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
3.45 hrs/day
NJ average
0.68 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
17.1%
NJ average
39.7%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the New Jersey average of 3.3/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the New Jersey average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.93 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.85.
Reported RN time is 3.45 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.68.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 27, 2023
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 10, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$12,419/mo
New Jersey median
Private Room
$13,718/mo
New Jersey median
Morris County 65+
89,364
17.6% of county
County Population
508,816
Morris County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Dwelling Place at St Clares is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Dover, New Jersey with 28 certified beds. It has been operating since 1967. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
28
Avg Residents/Day
27.2
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
Yes
First Approved
Jan 1, 1967
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
None
County
Morris
Last Inspection
Apr 10, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
24.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (6)

F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Apr 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Apr 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0693Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Nov 27, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Nov 27, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Sep 22, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.20 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.28 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN3.45 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.93 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total5.34 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
17.1%
RN Turnover
10.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (17)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
PRIME HEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jun 26, 2013
KASP TRUSTS5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJun 26, 2013
PRIME HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJun 26, 2013
MPT OF MORRIS LLC5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2015
MPT OF MORRIS LLC5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2015
BURKLOW, BRYANW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AOct 1, 2015
SCOTT, THOMASW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AOct 1, 2015
BURKLOW, BRYANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 26, 2013
DOAN, CHRISTOPHERCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
HEATHER, MICHAELCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 26, 2013
LEON, LUISCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 26, 2013
REDDY, PREMCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 26, 2013
SCHELL, TROYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 26, 2013
SCOTT, THOMASCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 1, 2015
HEATHER, MICHAELOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2015
LEON, LUISOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2015
REDDY, PREMOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2015

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Dwelling Place at St Clares and nearby alternatives.

All New Jersey facilities
Dwelling Place at St Clares
Dover, NJCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Excel Care at Dover
Dover, NJ4,224 ft
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $139,113
Merry Heart Nursing Home
Succasunna, NJ4.4 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Morris View Healthcare Center
Morristown, NJ4.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $351,182
Holly Manor Center
Mendham, NJ5.7 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Oaks at Denville, the
Denville, NJ5.8 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Fallsview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Boonton, NJ8.0 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $159,660
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Dwelling Place at St Clares
Dover, NJ · Current facility
—5/54/53/5None recorded
Excel Care at Dover
Dover, NJ
4,224 ft2/51/54/5$139,113
Merry Heart Nursing Home
Succasunna, NJ
4.4 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Morris View Healthcare Center
Morristown, NJ
4.6 mi3/52/54/5$351,182
Holly Manor Center
Mendham, NJ
5.7 mi3/52/52/5None recorded
Oaks at Denville, the
Denville, NJ
5.8 mi4/53/55/5None recorded
Fallsview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Boonton, NJ
8.0 mi3/52/52/5$159,660

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Dwelling Place at St Clares?▾
Dwelling Place at St Clares has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Dwelling Place at St Clares cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in New Jersey is $12,419/month for a semi-private room and $13,718/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Dwelling Place at St Clares participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Dwelling Place at St Clares had any health inspection violations?▾
Dwelling Place at St Clares had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 10, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Dwelling Place at St Clares?▾
Dwelling Place at St Clares provides 5.93 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 3.45 RN hours, 0.28 LPN hours, and 2.20 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 17.1%.
How many beds does Dwelling Place at St Clares have?▾
Dwelling Place at St Clares has 28 certified beds with an average of 27.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 97% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Prime Healthcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Dwelling Place at St Clares?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in New Jersey, including 1 in Dover. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Dwelling Place at St Clares?▾
On Google Maps, Dwelling Place at St Clares has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 1328 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Prime Healthcare

This chain operates 6 facilities. View all →