Housing and Resources for Aging Well Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

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As a full service, accredited medical center, Bergen New Bridge provides a scope of services far exceeding those offered in a standard nursing home environment. Highly-trained, skilled staff provide nursing care focused on individual resident needs 24hours per day, 365 days per year, as well as access to onsite, specialized physicians. Comprehensive medical or mental health care is always only an elevator ride away.

Specialty services include: n Rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy n In-house advanced respiratory therapy and care services n 12-bed ventilator unit n Post-Surgical care n Tracheostomy care n Professional dietitians and chefs n Hospice Care ser vices n Intravenous therapies, gastrostomy tube feeding, n A comprehensive wound care program n Respite program n Secure Alzheimer/dementia units n Multi-faith pastoral care provided at bedside and in our interfaith chapel n An onsite personal care salon with ser vices offered in the salon n Diversified recreational therapy activities n On site Greenhouse/Horticultural Therapy program n Flat screen TVs and Wii entertainment systems available in the common areas n Library n Game room n Kosher meals provided upon request n Dedicated cultural programs meeting the needs of the diverse communities served

The Bergen New Bridge LTC Admissions team helps families navigate the Medicaid process and are available to explain Medicare and other insurance coverage. For more information, or to schedule a tour, call 201-967-4073 or visit newbridgeheaIth.org.

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Phone Numbers:

Ambulatory Care Center

Appointments 201-225-7130

Access Center for Mental Health and Substance Use

800-730-2762

Long Term Care Admissions

201-967-4073

Volunteer Program

201-967-4615