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Careone At Hanover Township
101 Whippany Road, Whippany, NJ 07981
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Careone At Hanover Township, in Whippany, New Jersey, is certified for 94 beds under for-profit, corporation ownership and belongs to the Careone chain.
CMS gives it 2 of 5 stars overall, below the New Jersey median of 4; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 4 and quality measures 4.
Inspectors recorded 19 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (5, 9, 5 by cycle, most recent first), 5 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 20.2 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 15.2.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $60K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.9 hours per resident per day (0.7 RN), close to the New Jersey median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 22.4%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Morris Co. median | New Jersey median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 19 | 20 | 21 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 20.2 | 15.9 | 15.2 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.9 | 3.8 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 22.4% | 38.6% | 38.9% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $59,832 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (21 in the county, 348 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: New Jersey average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 16 Apr 2025, 27 Jan 2024.
Severity mix: J ×1 G ×4 D ×10 E ×4
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct 2025 | F0694 | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. | G | Complaint investigation | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 16 Apr 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Standard survey | 2 May 2025 |
| 16 Apr 2025 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 2 May 2025 |
| 16 Apr 2025 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Standard survey | 2 May 2025 |
| 16 Apr 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 2 May 2025 |
| 27 Jan 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | J | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2024 |
| 27 Jan 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2024 |
| 27 Jan 2024 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | G | Standard survey | 1 Feb 2024 |
| 27 Jan 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2024 |
| 27 Jan 2024 | F0637 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D | Standard survey | 12 Feb 2024 |
| 27 Jan 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2024 |
| 27 Jan 2024 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2024 |
| 27 Jan 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2024 |
| 27 Jan 2024 | F0847 | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. | D | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2024 |
| 8 Sep 2021 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | E | Standard survey | 22 Sep 2021 |
| 8 Sep 2021 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | E | Standard survey | 22 Sep 2021 |
| 8 Sep 2021 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 22 Nov 2021 |
| 8 Sep 2021 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 22 Sep 2021 |
| 8 Sep 2021 | F0761 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 22 Sep 2021 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct 2025 | Fine | $34,512 | |
| 27 Jan 2024 | Fine | $25,320 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the New Jersey average. Turnover: nursing staff 22.4%, RNs 38.5%; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | New Jersey median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 19.1% | 7.3% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 1.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.8% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.6% | 2.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 15.1% | 6.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 5.7% | 4.8% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 17.8% | 11.8% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: 101 Whippany Road, Llc. Chain: Careone (37 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Care One LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 04/30/2012 |
| Des Holding Co., Inc. | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 24% | 04/30/2012 |
| Des-C 2009 Grat | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 21% | 04/30/2012 |
| Care Virginia Management LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Morris County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshire Home | Florham Park | 35 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 15 | 42.9 | — | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Dwelling Place At St Clares | Dover | 28 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 21.4 | — | 10 Apr 2025 |
| Florham Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | Florham Park | 53 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 5.7 | — | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Livia Health and Senior Living | East Hanover | 86 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 16 | 18.6 | $25K | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Morristown Post Acute Rehab and Nursing Center | Morristown | 287 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 28 | 9.8 | — | 27 Jun 2025 |
| Pine Acres Rehabilitation and Healthcare | Madison | 102 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 11.8 | — | 15 Jan 2026 |
| Careone At Parsippany | Parsippany Troy Hill | 118 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 20 | 16.9 | — | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Cedar Crest/Mountainview Gardensabuse icon | Pompton Plains | 113 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 14 | 12.4 | $50K | 29 Jan 2026 |
All 21 facilities in Morris County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Careone At Hanover Township been cited for?
19 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 5 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The New Jersey median is 21 per facility.
Has Careone At Hanover Township been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $60K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Careone At Hanover Township compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.9 hours per resident per day against a New Jersey median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Careone At Hanover Township?
It is part of the Careone chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Care One LLC, Des Holding Co., Inc. and Des-C 2009 Grat. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Careone At Hanover Township last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 29 Oct 2025; the most recent standard health survey was 16 Apr 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.