The Lakewood Courtyard

Overview of The Lakewood Courtyard

The Lakewood Courtyard sits in Lakewood, New Jersey, and it’s built around a Glatt Kosher environment that shapes daily life here as much as any amenity list does. Personalized care and support are the stated focus, and the 100-bed community currently houses 55 residents. The surrounding area is only somewhat walkable, with a Walk Score of 42, so families visiting will likely want a car for most errands beyond the immediate block.

Care runs on a 24-hour staffing model, with licensed nurses and CNAs on the team and a doctor on staff. Rehabilitation services are available through an in-house fitness center, and residents can join a daily exercise program without leaving the building. A doctor’s office on the premises means some medical needs get handled right there, rather than through an outside trip.

Religious observance isn’t an afterthought at this community. There’s a fully functioning Shul on-site along with organized religious services, both consistent with the Kosher setting that defines the place. Residents also have a landscaped courtyard to spend time in, plus a salon and barbershop for everyday personal care.

Getting around is made easier through scheduled transportation for appointments and outings, and on-site maintenance keeps the building itself in working order behind the scenes. Between the courtyard, the interiors, and the mailboxes and housekeeping support, the day-to-day setup leans toward a residential feel rather than an institutional one.

New Jersey’s Department of Health reviews assisted living communities like this one across a standard set of categories: medication management, fire safety, staffing credentials, dietary and food service, and care planning documentation.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 100 Rank #367 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 367th 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 #339 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 339th 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.
42 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #410 / 463Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 410th 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.
55% This home usually has availability
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
55 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
License Number65A111

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Lakewood Courtyard is administered by Yitzchok Simon.

Owner NameLakewood Courtyard Assisted Living, L.l.c

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Housekeeping
Laundry
Courtyard
Scheduled Transportation
Outings
Salon
Private And Shared Apartment-Style Living
Private Individual Mailboxes
Religious ServicesFully functioning Shul

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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 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 8 deficiencies 4 inspections 3 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 2022 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 1 Worse Metrics worse than New Jersey average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (14% above)
1 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (62% 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. 821 This facility has 62% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (8 vs. NJ avg 21).↓ 62% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.01.76 This facility has 14% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (2 vs. NJ avg 1.76).↑ 14% worse

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
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 33 This facility has complaint investigations in line with the New Jersey average (3 vs. NJ avg 3).— At avg

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Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lakewood's city center to The Lakewood Courtyard's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Lakewood

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.
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.
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.
The Terraces at Lakewood
AL
IL
MC
Lakewood
150
Facility 150
NJ AVG 125
Rank #145 / 560
Yes
31
Facility 31
NJ AVG 48
Rank #436 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedLeisure Park Special Care CentMatthew Safko
44.7%
Facility 44.7%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #442 / 463
5
9
Facility 9
NJ AVG 18
Rank #220 / 412
1.8
Facility 1.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #224 / 412
The Lakewood Courtyard
AL
Lakewood
100
Facility 100
NJ AVG 125
Rank #367 / 560
No
42
Facility 42
NJ AVG 48
Rank #339 / 628
--Yitzchok Simon
55.0%
Facility 55.0%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #410 / 463
4
8
Facility 8
NJ AVG 18
Rank #214 / 412
2.0
Facility 2.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #238 / 412
Harrogate Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lakewood-Yes
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 48
Rank #544 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed------

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

The Lakewood Courtyard is located in Lakewood, 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 The Lakewood Courtyard

Who is the owner of The Lakewood Courtyard?

The Lakewood Courtyard is legally operated by Lakewood Courtyard Assisted Living, L.l.c., and administered by Yitzchok Simon.

Is The Lakewood Courtyard in a walkable area?

The Lakewood Courtyard has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Lakewood Courtyard?

According to NJ state health department records, The Lakewood Courtyard's license number is 65A111.

What is the occupancy rate at The Lakewood Courtyard?

The Lakewood Courtyard's occupancy is 55%.

Are pets allowed at The Lakewood Courtyard?

No, The Lakewood Courtyard has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of The Lakewood Courtyard?

Yitzchok Simon is the administrator of The Lakewood Courtyard.

How many beds does The Lakewood Courtyard have?

The Lakewood Courtyard has 100 beds.

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