Westwind Manor
Assisted Living · Franklin, NJ

Westwind Manor

Assisted Living · Franklin, NJ

Overview of Westwind Manor

Westwind Manor is an assisted living community in Franklin, NJ. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. With 36 beds, the smaller community may suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

A Walk Score of 39 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those errands. Westwind Manor is operated by Grace Eldercare, and Ms. Catherine Mendel serves as administrator.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 36 Rank #246 / 253Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 246th 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 #146 / 283Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 146th 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.
39 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #116 / 215Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 116th 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.
72.2% This home usually has availability

Based on 26 residents and 36 beds. Source: state inspection report (Nov 2020)

Similar to the New Jersey average: 72.8%

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License Number19A005

Ownership & Operating Entity

Westwind Manor is legally operated by Grace Eldercare, LLC, and administered by Ms. Catherine Mendel.

Owner NameGrace Eldercare, LLC
OfficersPeople and entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this community, as listed in New Jersey's licensing records.Todd Tavares

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
36 units
Total beds
36 units

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Medication ManagementSupport with organizing, administering, and monitoring medicines can help prevent missed or incorrect doses.
  • Weekly health and vital statistics monitoring by registered nurse

Additional Services

5 services
Three Daily Chef-Prepared Meals
Snack and Beverage Service
Laundry & LinenListed as: Weekly personal laundry service
MaintenanceListed as: Daily trash removal
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation to medical appointments

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Garden
Beauty Salon
Activities
Stretching Exercises
Exercise Classes
Wii Fit Video
Walking Activities
Gardening
Swimming at the Ymca
Fishing
Golf
Arts and Crafts
Knitting and Crocheting
Cards and Board Games
Holiday Celebrations
Dinner and a Movie Night
Music
Dancing
Social Gatherings
Outings To Local Libraries and Museums
Touring HoursSunday-Saturday: 8:30am - 8:30pm

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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 (90% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (29% 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. 220.0 This facility has 90% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (2 vs. NJ avg 20).↓ 90% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.02.8 This facility has 29% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (2 vs. NJ avg 2.8).↓ 29% 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. 16.0 This facility has had 83% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (1 vs. NJ avg 6). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 83% 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. 12.0 This facility has had 50% fewer complaint inspections than the New Jersey average (1 vs. NJ avg 2). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Franklin's city center to Westwind Manor's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial assistance

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

Westwind Manor is in Franklin, 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 Westwind Manor

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Who is the owner of Westwind Manor?
Westwind Manor is legally operated by Grace Eldercare, LLC, and administered by Ms. Catherine Mendel.
02 Is Westwind Manor in a walkable area?
Westwind Manor has a walk score of 39. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
03 What is the license number of Westwind Manor?
According to NJ state health department records, Westwind Manor's license number is 19A005.
04 When does Westwind Manor's license expire?
According to NJ state health department records, Westwind Manor's license expires on December 31, 2026.
05 What is the occupancy rate at Westwind Manor?
Westwind Manor's occupancy is 72.2%.
06 Are pets allowed at Westwind Manor?
No, Westwind Manor has a no-pet policy.
07 What is the best email address for Westwind Manor?
The team at Westwind Manor can be reached at info@westwindmanor.com.