Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center

Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center

Overview of Joy of Life Adult Day Care Center

In Millville, New Jersey, Joy of Life Adult Day Care Center runs an adult day health care program out of 1751 North Second Street in Cumberland County. Ketan Shah administers the facility, which is owned and operated by Joy of Life Adult Day Care Center, LLC. The surrounding area is somewhat walkable (Walk Score 37), so a short walk covers a few errands, though most trips still call for a car.

It’s daytime medical and social support for people who live at home but need more structure and oversight during the day. Registered nursing care and onsite physician visits put medical attention within reach without a separate appointment, and a pharmacy consultant helps keep medications on track. For participants working on strength or recovery, rehabilitation services and rehab and exercise classes are part of the daily offering.

Meals come from a licensed dietician’s guidance, which matters for older adults managing chronic conditions or dietary restrictions. Transportation is built into the model too: courtesy transportation covers general trips, and a separate service handles doctor appointments specifically. When the day calls for quiet, there’s a meditation room set apart from the group spaces.

The social side runs on a schedule rather than loose downtime. Onsite activities include educational programming and seminars, giving participants structured reasons to engage rather than just a place to pass time. Between the medical staffing, transportation, and organized activities, the center fits seniors and adults who need daytime rehabilitation, medical oversight, and social contact while remaining in their own homes at night.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 134 Rank #183 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 183rd out of 560 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #387 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 387th out of 628 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
37 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #453 / 463Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 453rd out of 463 homes we track in New Jersey for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 463. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
35% This home usually has availability
Lower than the New Jersey average: 76.6%
Occupied beds
47 / 134

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAdult Day Health Care Services
StatusActive
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License Number6002

Ownership & Operating Entity

Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center is administered by Mr. Ketan Shah.

Owner NameJoy Of Life Adult Day Care Center, LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Transportation
Fitness Center
Activities
Meditation Room
Activities
Specific ProgramsBenefits, Eligibility

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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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 deficiencies 3 inspections 2 complaint investigations

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 (100% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (100% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (100% 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. 021 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0 vs. NJ avg 21).↓ 100% 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
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 022 This facility has 100% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0 vs. NJ avg 22).↓ 100% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 0%29% This facility has 29 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0% vs. NJ avg 29%).↓ 29% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 23 This facility has had 33% fewer complaint investigations than the New Jersey average (2 vs. NJ avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer

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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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Care Types in This Table NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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134
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No
37
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--Mr. Ketan Shah
35.1%
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-3
0
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MC
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120
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23
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--Ms. Charlene Harn
94.2%
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6
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0.5
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NJ AVG 2.0
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Peace Care St. Ann’s
ADC
NH
SNF
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120
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86
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Frequently Asked Questions about Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center

Is Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center in a walkable area?

Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center?

According to NJ state health department records, Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center's license number is 6002.

When does Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center's license expires on September 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center?

Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center's occupancy is 35%.

Are pets allowed at Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center?

No, Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center?

Mr. KETAN SHAH is the administrator of Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center.

How many beds does Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center have?

Joy Of Life Adult Day Care Center has 134 beds.

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