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

Located on Whitesville Road about six miles from downtown Toms River, New Jersey, Spring Oak at Toms River is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The several levels of care in one community allow residents to receive more support as their needs change without relocating. The community is operated by Spring Oak of Toms River, with Michelle Medora serving as the administrator.

The 75-bed community currently has an occupancy rate of about 68%, making it a moderately sized senior living option in the area.

Residents can take part in social events and activities while receiving assistance with activities of daily living when needed. Staff also provide companionship, which can help residents adjust to community living. Spring Oak at Toms River welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in.

The area has a Walk Score of 40, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car. This can be a good fit for families who do not mind driving to appointments and outings while still having a few nearby places within walking distance.

State inspections conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health’s Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing unit have mainly focused on administrative records, staffing requirements, recordkeeping, security procedures, and medication management. Families considering the home may want to ask how these areas are managed daily.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 75 Rank #191 / 253Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 191st out of 253 assisted living communities 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 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #142 / 283Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 142nd 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.
40 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #139 / 215Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 139th out of 215 assisted living communities we track in New Jersey for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 215. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. 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.
68% This home usually has availability

Based on residents per day and 75 beds.

Lower than the New Jersey average: 72.8%
Residents per day Info The number of residents recorded at this facility in its most recent state inspection report that stated a census.
51

Source: state inspection report (Apr 2025)

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Starting Price
$3,250/Month

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Program
StatusActive
ExpirationJuly 31, 2027
License Number15A101

Awards

U.S. News & World Report Best Senior LivingU.S. News rates communities from independent surveys of residents and their families (the 2025 edition analyzed ~450,000 responses across 3,800+ communities) covering safety, caregiving, activities, dining, management and value. Only communities meeting its data thresholds earn a Best designation for that year.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Spring Oak at Toms River is legally operated by The Residence At Lake Ridge, LLC, and administered by Michelle Medora.

OfficersPeople and entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this community, as listed in New Jersey's licensing records.Abigail Cohen; Joseph Cohen
Profit StatusProfit - Llc

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy

Additional Services

8 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
Quarterly Assessments
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen
Transportation
Emergency Call SystemListed as: 24-hour emergency response and call bell system
MaintenanceListed as: Home maintenance

Additional Policies & Features

Pets AllowedResidents responsible for their pets' care.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Walking Paths
Library
Beauty Salon
Movie Theater
Cable, Wi-Fi, and Phone Services
Private Dining Room
Activities
Yoga and Fitness Classes
Game Nights
Arts and Crafts
Gardening
Seasonal Events
Off-Site Trips
Music, Singing, and Dancing
Cooking and Baking Programs
Poker
Ukulele Activities

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom Semi-Private / Shared Room
In-Room Features
In-Unit Kitchenette Individual Heating & Air Conditioning

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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.

The figures below cover inspections recorded between August 17, 2021 and August 17, 2026.

ALM Inspection Grade Unavailable

Not published

We don't have enough verified data to publish an inspection grade for this facility — a missing grade reflects what we've been able to verify, not the facility's quality.

ALM Inspection Grade unavailable: limited inspection data.

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.

Overall vs. NJ average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (70% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (46% 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. 620.0 This facility has 70% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (6 vs. NJ avg 20).↓ 70% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.52.8 This facility has 46% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1.5 vs. NJ avg 2.8).↓ 46% 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. 46.0 This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (4 vs. NJ avg 6). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer
Routine inspections Info Scheduled licensing inspections conducted on a regular cycle, separate from visits triggered by a complaint. 04.0 This facility has had 100% fewer routine inspections than the New Jersey average (0 vs. NJ avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% fewer
Complaint inspections Info On-site inspections triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 42.0 This facility has had 100% more complaint inspections than the New Jersey average (4 vs. NJ avg 2). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 100% more

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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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal 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.
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.
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.
Magnolia Gardens
AL
MC
RC
Toms River
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 105
Rank #64 / 253
No
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 43
Rank #261 / 283
Magnolia Gardens South, LPRobert Graziano
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
NJ AVG 72.8%
Rank #96 / 215
7
10
Facility 10
NJ AVG 20
Rank #161 / 251
1.4
Facility 1.4
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #104 / 245
Brandywine Toms River
AL
MC
NH
RC
Toms River
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 105
Rank #64 / 253
Yes
8
Facility 8
NJ AVG 43
Rank #271 / 283
Well Bl Opco LLCMs. Lisa Decicco
77.5%
Facility 77.5%
NJ AVG 72.8%
Rank #93 / 215
2
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 20
Rank #57 / 251
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #69 / 245
Alcoeur Gardens at Toms River
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Toms River
19
Facility 19
NJ AVG 105
Rank #253 / 253
No
51
Facility 51
NJ AVG 43
Rank #105 / 283
Alcoeur Gardens At Toms River LLCMs. Julie Treadway
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NJ AVG 72.8%
Rank #1 / 215
2
6
Facility 6
NJ AVG 20
Rank #128 / 251
3.0
Facility 3.0
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #185 / 245
Spring Oak at Toms River
AL
IL
MC
RC
Toms River
75
Facility 75
NJ AVG 105
Rank #191 / 253
Yes
40
Facility 40
NJ AVG 43
Rank #142 / 283
The Residence At Lake Ridge, LLCMichelle Medora
68.0%
Facility 68.0%
NJ AVG 72.8%
Rank #139 / 215
4
6
Facility 6
NJ AVG 20
Rank #128 / 251
1.5
Facility 1.5
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #106 / 245
Spring Oak at Forked River
AL
MC
RC
Lanoka Harbor-Yes
56
Facility 56
NJ AVG 43
Rank #79 / 283
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Financial assistance

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

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

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Who is the owner of Spring Oak at Toms River?
Spring Oak at Toms River is legally operated by The Residence At Lake Ridge, LLC, and administered by Michelle Medora.
02 Is Spring Oak at Toms River in a walkable area?
Spring Oak at Toms River has a walk score of 40. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
03 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.
04 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, 2027.
05 What is the occupancy rate at Spring Oak at Toms River?
Spring Oak at Toms River's occupancy is 68%.
06 Are pets allowed at Spring Oak at Toms River?
Yes, Spring Oak at Toms River allows residents to bring their pets.
07 What is the best email address for Spring Oak at Toms River?
The team at Spring Oak at Toms River can be reached at tomsriver@springoakliving.com.