Lantern Hill Senior Living Community
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Union County, NJ

Lantern Hill Senior Living Community

Memory Care & Assisted Living · Union County, NJ

Overview of Lantern Hill Senior Living Community

Take in the warmth of the prestigious senior living community of Lantern Hill by Erickson Senior Living situated on the serene Mountain Avenue, New Providence, NJ, providing assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation. With its beautifully crafted and snug one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, the community promises seniors to continuously enjoy comfort and convenience like no other. Lantern Hill goes above and beyond to provide accessible and high-quality care for seniors to enjoy every moment of their golden years.

Treat yourself to the retirement of your dreams and utilize incredible amenities for an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Eat well and feel your best with healthy and tasty meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Lantern Hill is a safe place for seniors to spend a glorious retirement and lead a meaningful life.

(908) 516-9300
Walk Score
Walk Score: 20 / 100 Rank #521 / 640Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 521st out of 640 homes in New Jersey for walk score. 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age62

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Aquatics Facilities
Outdoor Walking Routes
Dining Venues
Stylish Residences
Specific ProgramsMedical Center

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining venues available with select meals included in the Monthly Service Package.

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 18.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from New Providence's city center to Lantern Hill Senior Living Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Memory Care in New Jersey

Lantern Hill Senior Living Community is located in New Providence, 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)

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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.

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Complete Care at Westfield
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Westfield
227
Facility 227
NJ AVG 125
Rank #39 / 561
No
33
Facility 33
NJ AVG 47
Rank #420 / 640
1 Bed / 2 BedComplete Care At Westfield, LLCMr.. Yosef Cohen
58.6%
Facility 58.6%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #387 / 450
15
29
Facility 29
NJ AVG 18
Rank #348 / 519
1.9
Facility 1.9
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #276 / 519
Jewish Home Family
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Rockleigh
196
Facility 196
NJ AVG 125
Rank #63 / 561
No
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 47
Rank #545 / 640
1 Bed / 2 BedJewish Home At RockleighMr. Aryeh Markowitz
94.4%
Facility 94.4%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #39 / 450
14
16
Facility 16
NJ AVG 18
Rank #284 / 519
1.1
Facility 1.1
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #220 / 519
Juniper Village at Chatham
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Chatham Township (Southern Boulevard)
134
Facility 134
NJ AVG 125
Rank #183 / 561
No
57
Facility 57
NJ AVG 47
Rank #226 / 640
1 Bed / 2 BedJuniper Village At ChathamJanel Kohaut
64.9%
Facility 64.9%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #350 / 450
4
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #113 / 519
0.3
Facility 0.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #129 / 519
AristaCare at Norwood Terrace
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Plainfield (Netherwood)
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 125
Rank #235 / 561
No
69
Facility 69
NJ AVG 47
Rank #163 / 640
1 Bed / 2 BedAristacare At Norwood TerraceMs. Mary Kalman
82.5%
Facility 82.5%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #203 / 450
13
38
Facility 38
NJ AVG 18
Rank #393 / 519
2.9
Facility 2.9
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #357 / 519
Lantern Hill Senior Living Community
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

New Providence (Mountain Avenue)-No
20
Facility 20
NJ AVG 47
Rank #521 / 640
1 Bed / 2 Bed------

Frequently Asked Questions about Lantern Hill Senior Living Community

What neighborhood is Lantern Hill Senior Living Community in?

Lantern Hill Senior Living Community is in the Mountain Avenue neighborhood.

Is Lantern Hill Senior Living Community in a walkable area?

Lantern Hill Senior Living Community has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are there photos of Lantern Hill Senior Living Community?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Lantern Hill Senior Living Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Lantern Hill Senior Living Community?

(908) 516-9300 will put you in contact with the team at Lantern Hill Senior Living Community.

Is Lantern Hill Senior Living Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Lantern Hill Senior Living Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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