About Villa Raffaella

Our Mission

Villa Raffaella Assisted Living, operated by the Hospitaler Sisters of Mercy, is a Catholic assisted living community in Pleasantville, New Jersey, dedicated to upholding human dignity and providing compassionate care. Guided by Gospel values, we are committed to respecting each resident’s individuality and fostering an environment where dignity, independence, and community flourish. Our goal is to deliver supportive personal care and health services that meet the unique needs of each resident, creating a truly inclusive environment for Catholic senior living.

A COMMITMENT TO INDIVIDUALITY

At Villa Raffaella, we understand that each resident has personal routines, interests, and preferences. We believe in supporting their autonomy by promoting resident choice and decision-making. By encouraging self-direction, we preserve residents’ dignity, privacy, and independence, making Villa Raffaella a leader among Catholic independent living communities in New Jersey.

History

The Hospitaler Sisters of Mercy have a long tradition of caring for seniors, the sick, and those in need. In 2000, seeing the growing need for assisted living services in South Jersey, the Sisters established Villa Raffaella as a Catholic nursing home and assisted living community to serve the region. Our Sisters reside on campus and are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ensuring that the compassionate care and fellowship of Villa Raffaella are always present for our residents.

THE HOSPITALER SISTERS OF MERCY

Founded in 1821, the Hospitaler Sisters of Mercy are a Roman Catholic congregation dedicated to the care of the sick and elderly. Our congregation’s mission extends worldwide, serving communities in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Villa Raffaella embodies this mission locally, providing Catholic assisted living in New Jersey for seniors who value both faith and fellowship in their everyday lives.

ASSISTED LIVING ACCREDITATION

Villa Raffaella Assisted Living in Pleasantville NJ has worked diligently towards one of the most challenging and rewarding milestones in the field of senior care — achieving national accreditation by the Joint Commission, the oldest and largest standard-setting organization in the United States. We’re proud to announce we are currently only one of an elite few nationwide to earn this prestigious accreditation. This accreditation stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to resident safety, health services and an active community lifestyle.