Spring Oak at Toms River
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Toms River, NJ

Spring Oak at Toms River

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Toms River, NJ

Overview of Spring Oak at Toms River

At Spring Oak Toms River, a continuum of care is provided for residents in search of independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Spring Oak Toms River also recognizes the importance of social connection through providing a variety of events and programs, assistance with daily tasks, engaging activities to stimulate the mind and body, or simply a listening ear and a comforting presence. The dedicated and skilled staff is committed to going above and beyond to ensure that every resident feels valued and supported.

At this community, the focus is on promoting a celebration of life and wellness, recognizing that every day is a gift to be shared with those around you. Moving to a community can be a tough transitional period for individuals and their families, thankfully communities such as Spring Oak Toms River make it their mission to to ease the stress and promote happy living among all residents.

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy than the New Jersey average: 74.5%
Occupancy rate
68% Rank #341 / 479Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 341st out of 479 homes in New Jersey for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 479. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Program
StatusActive
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026 Expires in 22 days
License Number15A101

Ownership & Operating Entity

Spring Oak at Toms River is legally operated by Spring Oak Of Toms River, and administered by Michelle Medora.

Officers

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

Abigail Cohen, Joseph Cohen

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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 2024 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 1 Worse Metrics worse than New Jersey average:
• Complaint investigations (33% above)
3 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (67% below)
• Deficiencies per year (67% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (25% below)
Latest Inspection November 20, 2025

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. 618 This facility has 67% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (6 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 39 This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (3 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.52 This facility has 25% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1.5 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 25% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 49 This facility has had 56% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (4 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 56% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 43 This facility has 33% more complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (4 vs. NJ avg 3).↑ 33% worse

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

  • April 16, 2025 complaint investigation found three deficiencies, including failure to appoint an Administrator or alternate on a half-time basis and incomplete documentation for a Facility Reportable Event.
  • April 1, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated failures to develop a comprehensive security policy, notify the RN of resident condition changes, and accurately administer and document medications.
  • No inspections reported with cleared deficiencies or follow-up surveys; record shows repeated regulatory noncompliance in administration, documentation, security, and medication management.

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Address 6.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Toms River's city center to Spring Oak at Toms River's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

Spring Oak at Toms River is located in Toms River, 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 Spring Oak at Toms River

Who is the owner of Spring Oak at Toms River?

Spring Oak at Toms River is legally operated by Spring Oak Of Toms River, and administered by Michelle Medora.

Is Spring Oak at Toms River in a walkable area?

Spring Oak at Toms River has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Spring Oak at Toms River?

According to NJ state health department records, Spring Oak at Toms River's license number is 15A101.

When does Spring Oak at Toms River's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Spring Oak at Toms River's license expires on July 31, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Spring Oak at Toms River?

Michelle Medora is the administrator of Spring Oak at Toms River.

Are there photos of Spring Oak at Toms River?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Spring Oak at Toms River in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Spring Oak at Toms River?

Spring Oak at Toms River is located at 2145 Whitesville Rd, Toms River, NJ 08755.

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