Total health inspections
3
New Jersey average 4
Last Health inspection on Aug 2024
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Harrogate Retirement Community
Nursing Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living & Respite Care · Jackson, NJ
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Harrogate Retirement Community
Nursing Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living & Respite Care · Jackson, NJ
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Harrogate Retirement Community accepts Medicare and private pay.
Life Care Services of Harrogate is a distinguished community in Locust Street, Lakewood, NJ, that offers independent living, personal care, short-term rehab, and skilled nursing. With 24-hour care from a compassionate and well-trained team, residents can rest assured of having a comfortable and worry-free retirement. Housekeeping, laundry, and emergency call systems are also available for residents’ convenience and safety.
A robust slate of enriching activities and engaging programs are conducted for residents to remain active and socially connected. Here, residents enjoy mealtimes with healthy and delicious meals catering to their nutritional needs and tastes. Amenities include an activity room, an exercise room, a game room, a library, lounges, and gardens, perfect for socialization and relaxation.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 33rd out of 258 homes in New Jersey.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 33rd out of 258 homes in New Jersey.Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 41m per day
Rank #33 / 258Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 33rd out of 258 homes in New Jersey.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the New Jersey average, with a ranking across 258 New Jersey SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
vs New Jersey avg
+20%
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 47m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
82.8%
Rank #145 / 260Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 145th out of 260 homes in New Jersey.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its statewide rank out of 260. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
127 days
Occupancy rate
82.8%
Rank #145 / 260Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 145th out of 260 homes in New Jersey.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its statewide rank out of 260. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
127 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
76% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
26 days
Private pay
24% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$20.5M
Operating deficit
-$1.8M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$20.5M Rank #247 / 256Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 247th out of 256 homes in New Jersey.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the New Jersey SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating deficit
-$1.8M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #58 / 256Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 58th out of 256 homes in New Jersey.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the New Jersey average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$11.6M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #58 / 256Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 58th out of 256 homes in New Jersey.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the New Jersey average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$22.3M
Walk Score: 17 / 100 Rank #69 / 90Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 69th out of 90 homes in New Jersey.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New Jersey SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Parking Available
Three Meals Per Day
Types of Care at Harrogate Retirement Community
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Respite Care
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.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsHealth Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
8
Rank #26 / 260Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 260 homes in New Jersey.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the New Jersey state average, with a ranking across all 260 NJ SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.
New Jersey average 20.9
Citations per inspection
2.67
Rank #31 / 260Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st out of 260 homes in New Jersey.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the New Jersey mean across 260 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.
New Jersey average 5.35
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 8 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 6 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.4
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
8 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 6 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Aug 15, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Aug 15, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 15, 2024
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 15, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Aug 15, 2024
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Aug 15, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Aug 15, 2024
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Aug 15, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Harrogate Retirement Community
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in New Jersey
Harrogate Retirement Community is located in Lakewood, New Jersey.
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4.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lakewood's city center to Harrogate Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
131
Employees
90
Contractors
41
Staff to resident ratio
2.08:1
17% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average ratio: 1.77:1
Avg staff/day
45
Average shift
7 hours
13% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
28,474
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
11
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
24
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
56
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
13.5%
3,849 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 16
Licensed Practical Nurse: 13
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 40 | 16 | 56 | 13,672 | 91 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 13 | 24 | 2,676 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 2,506 | 91 | 100% | 6.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,193 | 75 | 82% | 7.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,801 | 91 | 100% | 6.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 6 | 0 | 6 | 819 | 59 | 65% | 8.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 544 | 70 | 77% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 537 | 74 | 81% | 4.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 529 | 68 | 75% | 4.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 456 | 66 | 73% | 6.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 63% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 421 | 63 | 69% | 6.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 360 | 45 | 49% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 270 | 60 | 66% | 4.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 266 | 37 | 41% | 7.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 3% | 5 |
56 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
24 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
8 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
82%
9 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
6 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
65%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
77%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
81%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
75%
1 Administrator
% of Days
66%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
65%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
73%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
63%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
49%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
66%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
41%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
63
Medicare
13
20.6% of residents
Private pay or other
50
79.4% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.3
51% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.8
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.1
86% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 12.4
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.0%
109% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 10.1%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
21.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
21.2%
92% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.0%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.1%
70% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 16.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.5%
38% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.2%
15% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
7% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.5%
47% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 4.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
95% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
7.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
7.5%
32% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.0%
In line with New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 93.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 97.2%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
84.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
84.3%
7% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 78.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.3%
14% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 80.1%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Harrogate Retirement Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
82.8%
↑ 7.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1.8M
↓ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$11.6M
↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-28.3%
↓ 16.4pp vs 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harrogate Retirement Community
What neighborhood is Harrogate Retirement Community in?
Harrogate Retirement Community is in the Lakewood neighborhood of Lakewood.
Is Harrogate Retirement Community in a walkable area?
Harrogate Retirement Community has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the address of Harrogate Retirement Community?
Harrogate Retirement Community is located at 400 Locust St, Lakewood, NJ 08701, United States.
What is the phone number of Harrogate Retirement Community?
(732) 905-7070 will put you in contact with the team at Harrogate Retirement Community.
Is Harrogate Retirement Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Harrogate Retirement Community is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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