Van Dyk Park Place
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Hawthorne, NJ

Overview of Van Dyk Park Place

Van Dyk Park Place is a distinguished senior living community located in Hawthorne, New Jersey. Here, seniors can find solace and exceptional care in their assisted living apartments and experience the many memory care benefits in their offered programs. The dedicated memory care professionals are trained to provide personalized assistance and support to individuals with memory-related conditions. Through innovative therapies and engaging activities, the aim is to enhance cognitive function, promote emotional well-being, and foster a sense of belonging.

The spacious and well-appointed apartments are thoughtfully designed to cater to the diverse preferences and lifestyles of residents, ensuring they feel right at ease. The home also offers a wide range of amenities and services to enrich the lives of residents. From delicious dining options and stimulating social activities to transportation services and housekeeping assistance, the well-being and convenience of residents are prioritized at every turn.

Bed community size
140-bed community Rank #163 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 163rd out of 560 homes in New Jersey for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Jersey facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Jersey that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 70 / 100 Rank #161 / 638Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 161st out of 638 homes in New Jersey for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New Jersey facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Jersey that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
86%
Rank #166 / 478Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 166th out of 478 homes in New Jersey for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 478. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Jersey that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
120 / 140
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License Number8XD1WY

Ownership & Operating Entity

Van Dyk Park Place is legally operated by Van Dyk's Senior Residence Of Hawthorne, and administered by Risa Kory.

Officers

Info Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility

Van Dyk Healthcare, Robert Van Dyk

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
140 units
Total beds
140 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private Suites
Delicious Meals
Wellness Program
24-Hour Nursing
Physical Therapy
Spa Treatments
Scheduled Activities
Emergency Call System
Weekly Housekeeping
Concierge Service
Medication Administration
Exercise And Fitness Program
Personal Laundry Service
Recreational Activities
Scheduled Excursions
ActivitiesScheduled activities for yoga, dance, tai chi, art, gardening and more
Wellness ProgramMind, Body & Soul wellness program
Specific ProgramsHome Care, Alzheimer’s Day Care
Operating Hours24 hours

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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.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Jersey state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 3 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (83% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% below)
• Complaint investigations (33% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNJ Averagevs. NJ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 318 This facility has 83% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (3 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 83% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 12 This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 50% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNJ Averagevs. NJ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 39 This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (3 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer
Routine inspections Info Scheduled licensing inspections conducted on a regular cycle, separate from visits triggered by a complaint. 14 This facility has had 75% fewer routine inspections than the New Jersey average (1 vs. NJ avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 75% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 23 This facility has 33% fewer complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (2 vs. NJ avg 3).↓ 33% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • September 13, 2023 COVID-19 infection control survey found full compliance with state regulations and CDC recommended practices, with no deficiencies cited.
  • November 20, 2025 privacy notice detailed patient rights and facility legal duties without any complaint or citation.
  • No complaints or deficiencies were recorded in the most recent reports, showing consistent adherence to infection control and privacy standards.

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Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Hawthorne's city center to Van Dyk Park Place's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.68 miles to nearest hospital (St. Joseph's University Medical Center)

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Info below is compiled from the NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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Van Dyk Park Place
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No
70
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Harbour View Senior Living
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93
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

Van Dyk Park Place is located in Hawthorne, New Jersey.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Jersey.

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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NJ

High urban demand; managed care model.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Medical services

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+
General New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
NJ

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Home modifications (~$1,000 avg.)

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

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

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings) Premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark)

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

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

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NJ

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

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year combined household, projected
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

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

Benefits
Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

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

Benefits
Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters)

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.
Income Limits (2025) ~$500,000/year projected, subject to final regs
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

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

Benefits
Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NJ

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

Benefits
Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NJ

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NJ

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Van Dyk Park Place

Who is the owner of Van Dyk Park Place?

Van Dyk Park Place is legally operated by Van Dyk's Senior Residence Of Hawthorne, and administered by Risa Kory.

Is Van Dyk Park Place in a walkable area?

Van Dyk Park Place has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Van Dyk Park Place?

According to NJ state health department records, Van Dyk Park Place's license number is 8XD1WY.

When does Van Dyk Park Place's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Van Dyk Park Place's license expires on September 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Van Dyk Park Place?

Van Dyk Park Place's occupancy is 86%.

Are pets allowed at Van Dyk Park Place?

No, Van Dyk Park Place has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Van Dyk Park Place?

Risa Kory is the administrator of Van Dyk Park Place.

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