Assisted Living Home

United Methodist Communities At The Shores

Assisted Living Home

United Methodist Communities At The Shores

Ocean City, NJ 08226 View map
Overview of United Methodist Communities at the Shores
United Methodist Communities at the Shores provides complete senior living in Cape May County, New Jersey. It offers a variety of lifestyle options including assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community features a warm atmosphere with friendly neighbors and a range of activities.
(609) 399-8505

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
New Jersey average: 3.4/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3/5
New Jersey average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
New Jersey average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
New Jersey average: 4.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
4h 6m per day

This home provides 5% more nursing time per resident than the New Jersey average.

New Jersey average: 3h 54m per day

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 255

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the New Jersey average
Occupancy rate 47.1%
Residents per day 120
Occupancy rate
47.1%
Residents per day
120

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 27 days

Private pay

49% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$25.8M
Operating deficit
-$1.3M
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$25,769,181.00
Operating deficit
$-1,338,239.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$10.9M
42.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.2M
Total costs $27.1M
Bed community size
255-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
47%
In line with New Jersey average
Occupied beds
120 / 255
Average residents 119 per day

License details

Facility type
Assisted Living Residence
Status Active
Expiration May 31, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: 20A002
CMS Certification Number: 315394

Ownership & operating entity

United Methodist Communities At The Shores is administrated by Mr. JAMES ZAUNER.

Owner name: UNITED METHODIST HOMES OF NJ

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing

Amenities & Lifestyle

fitness center
beauty salon

Programs & Activities

Activities
From exercise classes and social gatherings to live music and educational talks, there is always something happening at The Shores.
Specific Programs
Community Life, Amenities, Dining & Menus, Events & Activities, Testimonials, Living Options, Independent Lifestyles, Assisted Living, Memory Care (Tapestries™), Skilled Nursing, Respite Care, Rehabilitation, Transitions, Hospice & Palliative Care, Gallery, Floor Plans, Pricing

Pricing & Financial Information

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Delicious, well-balanced dishes using fresh ingredients, served in welcoming dining rooms.

Inspection History

In New Jersey, the Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing conducts mandatory unannounced surveys to ensure facilities provide safe and effective resident care.

3 visits/inspections

Results

4 with citations

0 without citations

New Jersey average: 8 visits/inspections

New Jersey average: 6 inspections

New Jersey average: 30 inspections with citations

Latest inspection

Date:November 19, 2025

6 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

New Jersey average: 18 deficiencies

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

State average 4


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 18
Citations per inspection
4.5

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

13 of 18 citations resulted from standard inspections; 4 of 18 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 18 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.4

0 critical citations More info State average: 0.7

0 serious citations More info State average: 0.4

18 moderate citations More info State average: 19.3

0 minor citations More info State average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 29, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Aug 29, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Aug 29, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Aug 29, 2025
Corrected

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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
United Methodist Communities At The Shores
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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No
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IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

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RC

Respite Care

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No
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Respite Care

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Address 104.9 miles from city center

Address Ocean City, NJ 08226

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

105
Total Staff
80
Employees
25
Contractors
26,154
Total Hours (Quarter)
39
Avg Staff/Day
7.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse137.8 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse168.9 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant448.1 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
73 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
9 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Therapy Services
11 staff
5.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
1 staff
4.9hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services
6 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
10.3%
of total hours from contractors
2,703 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 5 Certified Nursing Assistant: 16 Licensed Practical Nurse: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant28164411,22491100%8.1
Licensed Practical Nurse151164,18291100%8.9
Registered Nurse85132,38391100%7.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist8081,8216470%7.2
Other Dietary Services Staff5051,46891100%6.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician4047577684%4.9
Qualified Social Worker2027136571%6.6
Physical Therapy Assistant3036357886%5.1
Mental Health Service Worker1015046369%8
Administrator1014766066%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1014345560%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide1014176167%6.8
Speech Language Pathologist1013114448%7.1
Qualified Activities Professional1012845864%4.9
Dietitian1012526369%4
Occupational Therapy Aide0112084145%5.1
Medical Director011601314%4.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant011261011%2.6

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
48 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
16 residents (33.3%)
Medicaid
15 residents (31.3%)
Private pay or other
17 residents (35.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 14.1
107% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 6.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 33.4
168% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 12.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 17.3%
72% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 10.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 37.1%
237% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 45.7%
186% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 16.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.6%
131% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 2.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.5%
26% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 6.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 1.0%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.9%
27% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 4.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 10.4%
6% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 79.7%
14% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 93.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 97.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 84.8%
8% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 78.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.8%
33% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 77.1%
In line with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 80.1%

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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled, New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High urban demand; managed care model.

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+, New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

$40,000 (individual).

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.

~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).

Not assessed.

Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.

~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).

Not assessed.

Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.

~$150,000/year (combined household, projected).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.

~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).

Not assessed.

Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.

~$500,000/year (projected, subject to final regs).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.

Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

New Jersey LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, NJ resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid available.

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.