Occupancy rate
92%
In line with New Jersey averageMostly short-term rehab stays
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CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Lions Gate
Senior Communities in New Jersey
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Lions Gate
Located in Voorhees, New Jersey, Lions Gate offers a liberating and vibrant lifestyle for the golden years. This community stands as a safe and active haven, providing a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term rehabilitation services. With skilled nursing and a life-plan community, residents can enjoy resort-style living in a serene and peaceful suburban setting, exuding a classic feel that feels just like home. Each detail, from furniture selection to interior design, radiates a warm familial charm, making it easy for residents to engage in various activities and unleash their creativity.
Lions Gate boasts an array of campus amenities that add to the enchanting living experience. From a gift shop to a library and a computer center, residents can explore diverse interests. The community also features a heated pool and spa, complemented by concierge services. For socializing with friends, there’s a restaurant-style dining area and a bar or lounge. Adding to the convenience and pleasure of living, Lions Gate offers a game room, a salon, and a barber shop. These delightful touches are just some of what Lions Gate has in store for its residents.
Lions Gate is proud to be a Kosher community and an agency of the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
110
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
91.8%
Residents per day (avg)
99
Occupancy rate
91.8%
Residents per day (avg)
99
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
68% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
16 days
Private pay
30% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 - 3 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$47.1M
Operating deficit
-$646.2K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$47.1M
Operating deficit
-$646.2K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$12.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$35.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$47.7M
110-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 56 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
In line with New Jersey averageOccupied beds
101 / 110
Average residents
119 per day
Facility TypeLong Term Care Facility
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2026
License Number4002
CMS Certification Number315499
Lions Gate is legally operated by Sjf-ccrc, Inc., and administrated by Cristina Palella.
Officers
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
Brian Zell, Dave Thompson, Ian Meklinsky, Mark Rosen, Mark Adler, Meredith Becker, Michael Frankel, Naomi Schimmer
Long Term Care
110 units
Total beds
110 units
Types of Care at Lions Gate
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory 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.
11 visits/inspections
2 complaint inspections
9 routine inspections
New Jersey average: 8 visits/inspections
New Jersey average: 6 inspections
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Routine Scope And Severity
F – Moderate Concern
On a scale from A (least severe) to L (most severe).
Latest inspection
Date
November 19, 2025
22 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New Jersey average: 18 deficiencies
21 deficiencies identified during routine visits
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New Jersey average: 18 deficiencies
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
State average 4
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025
Total health citations
14
State average 20.9
Citations per inspection
4.67
State average 5.35
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
12 of 14 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 14 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than State averageState average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than State averageState average: 0.4
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
14 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Feb 13, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Feb 13, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Feb 13, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Feb 13, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Feb 13, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Feb 13, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Feb 13, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Feb 13, 2025
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.
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1.7 miles from city center — 5.99 miles to nearest hospital (Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital)
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
421
Employees
210
Contractors
211
Staff to resident ratio
4.17:1
135% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average ratio: 1.77:1
Avg staff/day
88
Average shift
8.1 hours
0% compared with New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
64,684
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
18
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
141
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
186
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
6.4%
4,166 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 126
Licensed Practical Nurse: 80
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3
Occupational Therapy Aide: 2
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 126 | 186 | 27,030 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 61 | 80 | 141 | 15,274 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 5,913 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 23 | 0 | 23 | 4,960 | 91 | 100% | 6.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,923 | 88 | 97% | 8.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1,848 | 87 | 96% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,700 | 89 | 98% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,426 | 82 | 90% | 7.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,007 | 66 | 73% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 915 | 78 | 86% | 7.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 468 | 65 | 71% | 7 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 5 | 0 | 5 | 455 | 72 | 79% | 6.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 56 | 62% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 56 | 62% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 285 | 46 | 51% | 5.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 83 | 34 | 37% | 2.1 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 44 | 38 | 42% | 1.2 |
| Other Physician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 26 | 13 | 14% | 2 |
186 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
141 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
18 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
23 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
97%
10 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
96%
9 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
98%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
90%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
73%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
86%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
71%
5 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days
79%
1 Administrator
% of Days
62%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
62%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
59%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
51%
3 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
37%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
42%
1 Other Physician
% of Days
14%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
101 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
33 residents (32.7%)
Medicaid
40 residents (39.6%)
Private pay or other
28 residents (27.7%)
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.
11.7
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.7
72% 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.
23.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.5
89% 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
18.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.8%
87% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 10.1%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.7%
142% 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
25.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.0%
57% 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
3.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.6%
48% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.4%
12% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
13% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.2%
9% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 4.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.3%
80% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.6%
23% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.6%
6% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 93.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.4%
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
96.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.4%
22% 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
94.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.1%
18% 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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Lions Gate based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
87.2%
↓ 3.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$646.2K
↑ ~$4.0M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$15.7M
↑ ~$1.4M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-1.6%
↑ 10.9pp vs 2022
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