Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare

Nestled along Watchung Way in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare stands as one of Union County's most respected skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities. Set against the backdrop of the scenic Watchung Reservation — one of New Jersey's largest county park systems — the center offers a tranquil, restorative environment where patients and residents can focus on healing and quality of life. Runnells provides comprehensive skilled nursing care, including short-term rehabilitation following surgery or hospitalization, as well as long-term care for those with complex medical needs. The clinical team delivers physical, occupational, and speech therapies within a supportive, person-centered framework, helping residents regain independence and confidence at every stage of recovery. The center's location in Berkeley Heights places it within easy reach of outstanding regional medical resources. Overlook Medical Center in Summit — a nationally recognized Atlantic Health System hospital — is just minutes away, ensuring seamless care coordination and specialist access when needed. Morristown Medical Center is also a short drive, offering one of the region's premier cardiac and neuroscience programs. Families visiting loved ones at Runnells will appreciate the area's warm, community feel. The nearby downtown of Summit offers fine dining, charming boutiques, and coffee shops, while Westfield's lively town center provides additional shopping and restaurant options. New Providence and Murray Hill offer quiet residential neighborhoods that give the surrounding area a distinctly peaceful character — ideal for seniors and their families. Managed by The Rosenberg Family, Runnells Center reflects a deep, enduring commitment to compassionate, high-quality elder care. The Rosenberg Family's stewardship emphasizes both clinical excellence and genuine human dignity, ensuring that every resident receives attentive, individualized support. Whether you're seeking short-term rehabilitation or a long-term skilled nursing solution, Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare offers the expertise, community, and heart that families in Union County have trusted for generations.