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Merion Gardens Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Carneys Point, NJ
Exterior view of Merion Gardens Assisted Living facility Dining room with a large wooden table and seating Pathway in a landscaped outdoor area Bright lobby area with comfortable seating and plants Interior view of a common area with seating and a piano Architectural floor plan of a resident unit Architectural floor plan of a resident room Architectural floor plan of a unit layout Senior woman sitting on a bed in her private room

Merion Gardens Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Carneys Point, NJ
315 Merion Ave, Carneys Point, NJ 08069 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Merion Gardens Assisted Living

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Set in the peaceful city of Carney’s Point, NJ, Merion Gardens Assisted Living is a trusted senior living community offering assisted living and rehabilitation services. Experience comfort and safety like no other with a wide selection of beautifully made and snug floor residences ranging from studio to one-bedroom suites. The community doubles its efforts to provide top-tier care and assistance tailored to each resident’s unique needs and aspirations.

With engaging programs and energizing activities, seniors have a lot of things to explore and rediscover. Reach your full potential and enjoy the company of a vibrant and welcoming community. Moreover, delicious and healthy meals are served for dietary satisfaction. Merion Gardens Assisted Living is ideal for seniors looking to live an independent retirement, supported by a kind and compassionate team along the way.

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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
36
Bed community size
70-bed community Rank #458 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 458th 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 16 / 100 Rank #554 / 629Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 554th out of 629 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
51%
Rank #426 / 478Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 426th out of 478 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 478. 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.
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
36 / 70
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 30, 2026
License Number75A001

Ownership & Operating Entity

Merion Gardens Assisted Living is legally operated by Merion Gardens Assisted Living, and administered by Ms. Shelly Ayars.

Officers

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

Mr . Gary Siemons, Dr . John Amrien, Mr . Tarak Akrout, Zoubir Akrout

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
70 units
Total beds
70 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency Systems24-Hour Emergency Call Response
Safety FeaturesFire-proof construction with sprinklers throughout

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Does not accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Activities
ActivitiesMonthly activities calendar available
Specific ProgramsHealth Monitoring by Licensed Nurses, Secure Unit for Memory-Impaired Residents, Private or Companion Suites, Meals prepared in commercial kitchen, Grooming and Laundry Services
Operating HoursOpen 24/7 for Visitations.

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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 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 11 deficiencies 3 inspections

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 2021 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (39% 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. 1118 This facility has 39% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (11 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 39% 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. 34 This facility has had 25% fewer routine inspections than the New Jersey average (3 vs. NJ avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 25% fewer
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 320 / 370 / 500 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

Type of Rooms Available

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Merion Gardens Assisted Living

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Address 0.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Carneys Point's city center to Merion Gardens Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care):
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.
Bartley Healthcare Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Jackson Township (Bennetts Mills)
234
Facility 234
NJ AVG 125
Rank #36 / 560
No
19
Facility 19
NJ AVG 48
Rank #532 / 629
-Bartley Nursing & RehabMr. Israel Bauer 84.6% A+14
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 3
Rank #316 / 414
20
Facility 20
NJ AVG 18
Rank #278 / 412
1.4
Facility 1.4
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #201 / 412
CareOne at Livingston
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Livingston
76
Facility 76
NJ AVG 125
Rank #442 / 560
No
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 48
Rank #570 / 629
-Careone At LivingstonMr. Michael Brienza 76.3% -8
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 3
Rank #239 / 414
16
Facility 16
NJ AVG 18
Rank #268 / 412
2.0
Facility 2.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #236 / 412
Merion Gardens Assisted Living
AL
MC
Carneys Point
70
Facility 70
NJ AVG 125
Rank #458 / 560
No
16
Facility 16
NJ AVG 48
Rank #554 / 629
Studio / 1 BedMerion Gardens Assisted LivingMs. Shelly Ayars 51.4% -3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 3
Rank #67 / 414
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 18
Rank #234 / 412
3.7
Facility 3.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #335 / 412
Fellowship Village
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Basking Ridge
67
Facility 67
NJ AVG 125
Rank #470 / 560
Yes
25
Facility 25
NJ AVG 48
Rank #477 / 629
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSkilled Nursing At Fellowship VillageMr. Jack Ellias 86.6% -11
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 3
Rank #67 / 414
18
Facility 18
NJ AVG 18
Rank #272 / 412
1.6
Facility 1.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #215 / 412
Job Haines Home
AL
HC
NH
RC
SNF
Bloomfield
40
Facility 40
NJ AVG 125
Rank #529 / 560
No
85
Facility 85
NJ AVG 48
Rank #62 / 629
Studio / 1 Bed / Private and Semi-Private Nursing RoomsJob Haines Home For Aged PeopleMr. David Repoli 97.5% -7
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 3
Rank #67 / 414
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 18
Rank #243 / 412
1.7
Facility 1.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #217 / 412
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merion Gardens Assisted Living

Is Merion Gardens Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Merion Gardens Assisted Living has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Merion Gardens Assisted Living?

According to NJ state health department records, Merion Gardens Assisted Living's license number is 75A001.

When does Merion Gardens Assisted Living's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Merion Gardens Assisted Living's license expires on November 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Merion Gardens Assisted Living?

Merion Gardens Assisted Living's occupancy is 51%.

Are pets allowed at Merion Gardens Assisted Living?

No, Merion Gardens Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Merion Gardens Assisted Living?

Ms. Shelly Ayars is the administrator of Merion Gardens Assisted Living.

How many beds does Merion Gardens Assisted Living have?

Merion Gardens Assisted Living has 70 beds.

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