NJ auditor’s report shows why we need greater nursing home transparency

By: Chris Widelo

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: September 17, 2026

Words: 352

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

Body Text Preview

When a nursing home resident reports a serious safety or care concern, they shouldn’t wait months for someone to investigate. But according to a new report from State Auditor David Kaschak, that is happening far too often in New Jersey.

The report found that 81% of the complaints reviewed by auditors were not investigated within the required timeframes. In one troubling case, a complaint that should have prompted an inspection within three …

Create a free account to access this story and more

Join Plucky Wire to access full stories, collaborate with newsrooms, and discover content from networks around the world.

About

FAQ

Email Us