Spring Oak at Forked River
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Lanoka Harbor, NJ

Spring Oak at Forked River

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Lanoka Harbor, NJ

Overview of Spring Oak at Forked River

At 601 US Route 9 in Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey, Spring Oak at Forked River operates a three-story assisted living and memory care community welcoming residents age 55 and older. The facility permits pets, enabling residents to maintain the companionship of their animals throughout their living experience.

As a private-pay community, Spring Oak is not CMS-certified for Medicare or Medicaid, though residents may access New Jersey’s public programs including Medicaid MLTSS, the Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving (JACC) program, or VA Aid and Attendance benefits for eligible veterans and their spouses. This structure offers flexibility for families managing long-term care financing through multiple pathways.

The community delivers comprehensive assisted living care alongside memory care services specifically designed for residents navigating cognitive changes. The facility’s care model emphasizes individualized attention, with staff trained to honor each resident’s preferences and maintain their sense of self.

Apartment-style residential units are designed to feel homelike rather than institutional. Programming throughout the community prioritizes cognitive stimulation and social engagement, recognizing that meaningful activities and connections support emotional and mental wellbeing in senior living. Staff organize opportunities for residents to participate in mentally enriching pursuits and build relationships with peers.

The setting presents moderate walkability (Walk Score 56), with nearby amenities accessible on foot and some services requiring transportation. The facility sits 1.1 miles from Lanoka Harbor’s city center, embedded within the Forked River area’s natural landscape. Ocean Health Initiatives hospital is approximately 7.33 miles away, providing access to emergency and specialty medical care. The location balances proximity to healthcare infrastructure with access to the area’s outdoor environment and community resources.

This residential community is oriented toward older adults seeking memory care or assisted living in a personalized, pet-friendly environment that prioritizes cognitive wellness and interpersonal connection.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #79 / 283Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 79th out of 283 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
56 / 100

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

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Starting Price
$4,900/Month

Certifications & Programs

The Bridges memory care programA branded memory-care program developed by this community's operator - a structured approach to dementia care, rather than an independent external certification.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy

Additional Services

5 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Care Coordination with Medical Professionals
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen
TransportationListed as: Transportation for shopping and trips

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Beauty Salon
Movie Theater
Courtyard
Cable, Wifi, and Phone Services
Emergency Call System
Activities
Yoga Classes
Poker
Ukulele Activities
Dancing
Exercise Classes
Gardening
Arts and Crafts
Live Music
Trips

Room Accommodations

Building TypeThree story building
Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lanoka Harbor's city center to Spring Oak at Forked River's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Programs that may help with care and living costs in New Jersey

Spring Oak at Forked River is in Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Long-term care coverage

Managed Long Term Services and Supports

Managed Long Term Services and Supports

Eligibility

General
Adults age 65+ or younger people who are blind or disabled and meet Medicaid financial and clinical eligibility for long-term services and supports.
NJ specifics
MLTSS delivers long-term services through NJ FamilyCare managed care.

What it provides

  • Coordinated Medicaid long-term care at home or in eligible facilities; covered supports include care management; respite; home-delivered meals and personal emergency response systems.
Cash support · veterans

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

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

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
2026 · Countable income is compared with the applicable maximum annual pension rate (MAPR), which varies by dependents and benefit category. For a veteran with one dependent and Aid and Attendance, MAPR is $34,488/year.
Asset limit
VA pension net-worth ceiling is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus income for VA purposes; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Aid and Attendance or Housebound is an increased VA pension rate for eligible veterans or surviving spouses who meet pension and additional care/disability requirements; it is not a stand-alone state benefit.
NJ specifics
Federal VA pension rules apply nationwide.

What it provides

  • Monthly pension is based on the applicable MAPR less countable annual income; divided by 12. Maximum annual veteran Aid and Attendance rates are $29,093 without dependents and $34,488 with one dependent; actual payments may be lower.
In-home & community support

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

Income limit
2026 · No more than 365% of the federal poverty level; official program page lists $4,855/month individual and $6,582/month married couple.
Asset limit
Countable resources at or below $40,000 individual or $60,000 couple.

Eligibility

General
Age 60+, nursing-home level of care, and desire to remain at home; JACC does not serve people enrolled in Medicaid such as NJ FamilyCare or MLTSS.

What it provides

  • Care management and an individualized plan of home/community services.
Caregiver respite for community living

Statewide Respite Care Program

Statewide Respite Care Program

Income limit
2026 gross monthly maximum: $2,982 single or $5,964 married combined.
Asset limit
Liquid-asset maximum: $40,000 single or $60,000 married combined.

Eligibility

General
New Jersey adults 18+ living in the community with certified functional impairment and daily unpaid care or supervision. Financial rules apply; participation cannot overlap with MLTSS, JACC, Alzheimer’s Adult Day Services or Congregate Housing Services.

What it provides

  • Short-term or intermittent respite for an unpaid caregiver; the care recipient’s income determines a 0%–25% share of service costs.
Prescription costs

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

Income limit
2026 · Annual income less than $54,943 single or $62,390 married.

Eligibility

General
New Jersey resident age 65+ or age 18–64 receiving Social Security disability benefits; meet the program income and prescription-coverage rules. Medicare-eligible participants must meet Part D enrollment requirements.

What it provides

  • Covered prescription copay generally $5 for generic and $7 for brand-name drugs; subject to coordination with Medicare Part D.
Prescription costs

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

Income limit
2026 · Annual income between $54,943 and $64,943 single, or between $62,390 and $72,390 married.

Eligibility

General
New Jersey resident age 65+ or age 18–64 receiving Social Security disability benefits; meet the program income and prescription-coverage rules. Medicare-eligible participants must meet Part D enrollment requirements.

What it provides

  • Covered prescriptions generally cost the member $15 plus half the remaining drug cost; with program-specific catastrophic protection.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiary; the state determines the applicable Medicare Savings Program. QMB helps with premiums and Medicare cost sharing; SLMB and QI generally help with Part B premiums.
NJ specifics
QI requires annual application and is funded first-come, first-served with priority for prior recipients. QMB, SLMB and QI confer Part D Extra Help.

What it provides

  • QMB pays eligible Part A/Part B premiums and Medicare deductibles and cost sharing; SLMB and QI pay Part B premiums. The exact benefit depends on the approved program.
Utility assistance

Universal Service Fund (USF)

Universal Service Fund (USF)

Income limit
2026–2027 program year · Gross household income at or below 60% of New Jersey state median income, using the current household-size table.

Eligibility

General
Income-eligible New Jersey households with qualifying natural-gas or electric costs; assistance depends on household income and energy burden.
NJ specifics
USF accepts applications year-round and shares an application with LIHEAP.

What it provides

  • Monthly credits on qualifying natural-gas and electric bills.
Energy assistance

Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Income limit
2026–2027 program year · Gross household income at or below 60% of New Jersey state median income, using the current household-size table.

Eligibility

General
Income-eligible households responsible for home-heating costs, including qualifying heating costs included in rent.
NJ specifics
The 2026–2027 LIHEAP application period runs October 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, subject to funding; the combined application also screens for USF.

What it provides

  • Assistance with eligible home-heating costs; qualifying households may also receive medically necessary cooling assistance.
Utility-cost assistance

Lifeline Utility Assistance

Lifeline Utility Assistance

Income limit
PAAD-based eligibility in 2026: income below $54,943 single or $62,390 married; age 65+ or age 18–64 receiving Social Security Disability.

Eligibility

General
New Jersey residents who meet PAAD criteria or a specified qualifying assistance category; applies to eligible utility customers and tenants whose gas/electric costs are included in rent.

What it provides

  • A $225 annual electric/gas bill credit or eligible tenant payment. SSI recipients receive the utility supplement through their SSI payment instead of a second Lifeline award.
Hearing-aid expense assistance

Hearing Aid Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (HAAAD)

Hearing Aid Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (HAAAD)

Income limit
2026 income no greater than $54,943 single or $62,390 married; PAAD/Lifeline verification rules apply.

Eligibility

General
New Jersey residents with hearing loss who meet PAAD/Lifeline age-or-disability and financial criteria. Beneficiaries must be enrolled in PAAD or Lifeline; if not already enrolled, complete NJSave before applying for HAAAD. Other hearing-aid coverage is considered.

What it provides

  • Reimbursement up to $500 for one hearing aid or $1,000 for two per calendar year; partial insurance coverage may qualify within program rules.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Spring Oak at Forked River

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Spring Oak at Forked River in a walkable area?
Spring Oak at Forked River has a walk score of 56. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
02 Are pets allowed at Spring Oak at Forked River?
Yes, Spring Oak at Forked River allows residents to bring their pets.
03 What is the best email address for Spring Oak at Forked River?
The team at Spring Oak at Forked River can be reached at forkedriver@springoakliving.com.
04 How much does Spring Oak at Forked River cost per month?
Pricing at Spring Oak at Forked River starts at $4,900 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.
05 Are there photos of Spring Oak at Forked River?
Yes — there are 7 photos of Spring Oak at Forked River in the photo gallery on this page.
06 What levels of care does Spring Oak at Forked River provide?
Spring Oak at Forked River offers Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.
07 What is the address of Spring Oak at Forked River?
Spring Oak at Forked River is located at 601 Us-9, Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734.