CareOne at the Cupola
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care & Respite Care · Paramus, NJ

CareOne at the Cupola

Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care & Respite Care · Paramus, NJ

Overview of CareOne at the Cupola

Seniors should be able to trust in the care and experience the warmth of a family-owned home, and CareOne can do just that. With over 45 years of service, CareOne is renowned for its commitment to providing assisted living, complemented by post-acute rehab, long-term care, and a dedicated memory care community. The experienced staff, with their unwavering dedication and expertise, ensure that residents receive personalized care that meets their unique needs and preferences.

CareOne at the Cupola’s well-equipped facilities and well-lit rooms are laudable. From on-site fitness centers and courtyards, to full-service salons, the home has created a holistic and dynamic approach to senior living. They also have 24-hour nursing care, daily housekeeping, emergency response systems, and private laundry facilities. Moreover, one of the highlights is the home’s culinary offerings. The delicious and nutritious meals cater to various dietary needs, ensuring that residents can savor a dining experience that is both enjoyable and nourishing.

Bed community size
169-bed community Rank #110 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 110th 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 47 / 100 Rank #312 / 638Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 312th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
86%
Rank #155 / 478Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 155th 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
146 / 169
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationJune 30, 2027
License Number5a000

Ownership & Operating Entity

CareOne at the Cupola is legally operated by Care One At The Cupola, and administered by Marlon Zapanta.

Officers

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

Des 2009 Gst Trust, Des Holding CO INC, Daniel Straus, Daniel E Straus Des-c 2009 Grat

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
169 units
Total beds
169 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

3 services
Post-Acute Care & Rehab
Home Care
Palliative & Hospice Care

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activity/Game Room
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop
Dedicated Memory Care Neighborhood
One Bedroom Apartments
Outdoor Patio/Courtyard
Physical Therapy/Rehab Rooms
Private Dining Room
Restaurant-Style Dining
Studio Apartments
ActivitiesVarious social events, fitness classes, and arts and crafts

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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 2020 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 (78% 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. 418 This facility has 78% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (4 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 78% 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. 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
Routine inspections Info Scheduled licensing inspections conducted on a regular cycle, separate from visits triggered by a complaint. 24 This facility has had 50% fewer routine inspections than the New Jersey average (2 vs. NJ avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% 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.

  • November 19, 2025 inspection found no deficiencies and no complaints were investigated.
  • April 5, 2024 complaint survey substantiated medication administration failures and missing medical records for Resident #2, with three cited deficiencies.
  • January 28, 2022 survey found one infection control deficiency for failing to maintain dishwasher rinse temperature and lacking backup sanitizer.

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Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Paramus's city center to CareOne at the Cupola's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.88 miles to nearest hospital (The Valley Hospital)

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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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CareOne at the Cupola
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

CareOne at the Cupola is located in Paramus, 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 CareOne at the Cupola

Is CareOne at the Cupola in a walkable area?

CareOne at the Cupola has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of CareOne at the Cupola?

According to NJ state health department records, CareOne at the Cupola's license number is 5a000.

When does CareOne at the Cupola's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, CareOne at the Cupola's license expires on June 30, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at CareOne at the Cupola?

CareOne at the Cupola's occupancy is 86%.

Are pets allowed at CareOne at the Cupola?

No, CareOne at the Cupola has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of CareOne at the Cupola?

Marlon Zapanta is the administrator of CareOne at the Cupola.

How many beds does CareOne at the Cupola have?

CareOne at the Cupola has 169 beds.

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