Here are answers to some of the common questions families in Little Egg Harbor, Ocean County, and Atlantic County ask most often about rehabilitation, long-term care, therapy, and admissions at Mystic Meadows.
What is Mystic Meadows Rehabilitation & Nursing Center?
Mystic Meadows is a physician-led skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Little Egg Harbor, NJ, serving residents throughout Ocean and Atlantic Counties. We provide subacute rehabilitation, long-term care, respite stays, hospice services, memory care, in-house dialysis, infectious disease management, pulmonary care, and wound care, all supported by an interdisciplinary care team.
What is the difference between a nursing home and a rehab center?
A rehab (subacute rehabilitation) stay is short-term and goal-focused, typically following a hospital stay, with the aim of helping a patient recover and return home. A nursing home, or long-term care, provides ongoing skilled nursing support for residents who need continuous daily assistance. Mystic Meadows offers both, so care can transition smoothly if a resident's needs change.
What are Mystic Meadows’ admissions office hours?
The admissions office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, and the team is also available 24/7 to help with admissions outside of regular office hours. If you're admitted after hours, an admissions coordinator will schedule a time to meet with you as soon as possible to complete paperwork.
What should I bring when a loved one is admitted?
Please bring insurance cards, a COVID-19 vaccine card if applicable, a current medication list, and any other pertinent medical information. An admissions coordinator will meet with you after you're settled in your room to complete the necessary paperwork.
Do I need to bring my own medications?
No. Medications are provided through Mystic Meadows' contracted pharmacy. Upon admission, your hospital discharge medications are ordered and sent directly to the facility, so there's no need to supply your own unless a doctor instructs otherwise.
Who manages my medical care during my stay?
Every patient, whether here for short-term rehabilitation, a respite stay, long-term care, or hospice services, is assigned to a dedicated physician group. That physician and their clinical team oversee your care throughout your stay and are available to address daily medical needs.
Does Mystic Meadows accept Medicare and Medicaid?
Yes. Mystic Meadows accepts Medicare, Medicaid, private pay, and most major insurance plans, and is contracted with most long-term care insurance policies. Our business office can also guide you through the process of applying for Medicaid. We are currently contracted with the following insurance plans: Aetna, Aetna Better Health, Amerihealth, Cigna/ Cigna HealthSpring, Clover, Fidelis NJ, HNJH, Horizon BCBS, Humana, Optum VA CCN, United Healthcare, Wellcare and Wellpoint.
How much does a nursing home or rehab stay cost in New Jersey?
Cost depends on the level of care, length of stay, and insurance coverage. Short-term rehab following a qualifying hospital stay is often covered by Medicare, while long-term care is typically paid through Medicaid, long-term care insurance, or private funds. Contact our admissions team for a personalized cost estimate.
What kind of therapy does Mystic Meadows provide?
Mystic Meadows provides in-house physical, occupational, and speech therapy, with a personalized treatment plan tailored to each patient's exercise needs. Therapy services are available seven days a week, including holidays, and treatment plans are continuously updated based on each patient's tolerance, individual requirements, and insurance coverage.
What happens on the day I’m discharged?
Discharge time is typically between 9:00am and 11:00am on your designated discharge date. Our social services department works with you, your physician, and the rehabilitation team well ahead of that date to build a discharge plan, and for patients returning home, they help arrange equipment, home care services, and outpatient or home therapy.
Does Mystic Meadows offer memory care for dementia and Alzheimer’s?
Yes. Mystic Meadows' locked Dementia Unit offers a secure, long-term care setting for residents with Alzheimer's, memory impairment, or other age-related cognitive challenges. The memory care philosophy focuses on residents' abilities rather than their limitations, using sensory-based stimulation and personalized, engagement-driven programs in close collaboration with families. Memory Care
Does Mystic Meadows provide on-site dialysis?
Yes. Mystic Meadows offers in-house peritoneal dialysis for both long-term residents and subacute patients with chronic kidney disease, led by a dedicated nephrology team that provides comprehensive treatment and education alongside evidence-based care. Dialysis Care
What specialized medical services does Mystic Meadows provide?
Beyond rehabilitation and long-term nursing care, Mystic Meadows specializes in infectious disease management, pulmonary care, advanced wound care, and in-house peritoneal dialysis, backed by physician oversight and a skilled nursing team.
What is dining like at Mystic Meadows?
Our dietary team serves breakfast at 7:30am, lunch at noon, and dinner at 4:30pm, with a new menu selected weekly and an "always available" menu of salads, sandwiches, and snacks between meals. Alternatives are offered at every meal to accommodate individual preferences.
What amenities and activities are available to residents?
Residents have access to recreational activities seven days a week, including group events, entertainment, bingo, and independent activities, with a calendar posted monthly. Mystic Meadows also offers on-site salon and barber services, laundry service upon request, and on-site maintenance seven days a week with 24-hour emergency coverage.
Does Mystic Meadows offer respite care or hospice services?
Yes. In addition to short-term rehab and long-term care, Mystic Meadows supports patients through respite stays and hospice services, each with a dedicated physician group overseeing care.
Can I schedule a tour of Mystic Meadows before admission?
Yes. Families and prospective residents are welcome to schedule a tour of our Little Egg Harbor facility to meet our team and see our rooms, therapy spaces, and common areas in person. Schedule a tour
Where is Mystic Meadows located?
Mystic Meadows is located at 151 Ninth Avenue, Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08087, serving families throughout Ocean and Atlantic Counties, including nearby communities such as Tuckerton, Manahawkin, and Long Beach Island. Directions
How can I contact Mystic Meadows?
Call (609) 294-3200 or reach out through our contact form. Our team can answer questions, schedule a tour, or begin the admissions process for rehab, long-term care, respite, hospice, or memory care. Contact Us