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Assisted Living in North Cape

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation

Assisted Living in North Cape

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation

Overview of Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation

Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation, tucked away in North Cape May, NJ, is dedicated to providing an integrative approach to care, healing the mind, body, and soul. Whether for short-term rehabilitation, sub-acute care, or long-term care, Pelican Pointe is committed to offering exceptional service and quality care around the clock. They stand out for its comprehensive care approach. The interdisciplinary care team, which includes physicians, rehabilitation therapists, social workers, and registered dietitians, collaborates to create personalized care plans for each resident.

This ensures that every individual receives the care they need to achieve their highest level of independence and well-being. Pelican Pointe offers a range of services including skilled short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and specialized memory care for residents with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Rehabilitation programs encompass physical, occupational, and speech therapy, all aimed at restoring function and independence. Additionally, the community provides amenities like a family lounge, library, formal dining area, and beauty salon. Pelican Pointe’s commitment to compassionate, high-quality care makes it a premier choice for those seeking a nurturing and supportive environment in North Cape May.

(609) 898-0677

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
3/5
New Jersey average: 3.4/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
2/5
New Jersey average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info 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.
4/5
New Jersey average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
5/5
New Jersey average: 4.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 50m per day

This home provides 2% less nursing time per resident than the New Jersey average.

New Jersey average: 3h 55m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher demand than most homes in New Jersey
Occupancy rate 95.8%
Residents per day (avg) 113
Occupancy rate
95.8%
Residents per day (avg)
113

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

41% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

30% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

29% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.2M
Operating loss
-$405.4K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.2M
Operating loss
-$405.4K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.1M
39% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.4M
Total costs $13.6M
Bed community size
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 49 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
96%
In line with New Jersey average
Occupied beds
115 / 120
Average residents 119 per day

License Details

Facility TypeLong Term Care Facility
ExpirationMarch 31, 2026

Additional Licensing Details

License Number5001
CMS Certification Number315508

Ownership & Operating Entity

Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation is legally operated by North Cape Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation Inc, and administrated by Ms. KAREN BRUNO.

Officers

Info Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility

Libbi Mendolovitz

Type Of Units

Long Term Care
120 units
Total beds
120 units

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.

9 visits/inspections

3 complaint inspections

6 routine inspections

New Jersey average: 8 visits/inspections

New Jersey average: 6 inspections

Routine Scope And Severity J – Serious Concern

On a scale from A (least severe) to L (most severe).

Latest inspection

Date November 19, 2025

31 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

New Jersey average: 18 deficiencies

38 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 5

New Jersey average 4


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations 16

New Jersey average 20.9

Citations per inspection
3.2

New Jersey average 5.35


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

13 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 16 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 1
43% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 0.4

1 critical citation More info New Jersey average: 0.7

0 serious citations More info New Jersey average: 0.4

15 moderate citations More info New Jersey average: 19.3

0 minor citations More info New Jersey average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Jul 15, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Mar 24, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Mar 24, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Mar 24, 2025
Corrected

Compare Assisted Living around North Cape The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.

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Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation
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.

North Cape May (North Cape May)
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North Cape Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation Inc
Ms. Karen Bruno
95.8%
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Complete Care at Victoria Commons LLC
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.

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.

North Cape May (North Cape May)
70
No
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Address 1 mile from city center — 0.29 miles to nearest hospital (Cooper Primary Care at North Cape May)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 134
Employees 93
Contractors 41
Staff to resident ratio 1.17:1
34% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average ratio: 1.77:1

Avg staff/day 56
Average shift 8.3 hours
0% compared with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 42,176
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 26
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 74
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

27.1%

11,414 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 40 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant34407422,08991100%8.7
Licensed Practical Nurse260269,68091100%8.3
Registered Nurse100103,48891100%7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff5051,99291100%7.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician6061,4528492%7.5
Physical Therapy Assistant6061,2296976%7.2
Mental Health Service Worker1014786066%8
Nurse Practitioner1014445965%7.5
Administrator1014325459%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014305459%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1013417987%4.3
Medical Director0111042629%4
Qualified Social Worker1011755%3.4
74 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
26 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 92%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 76%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 66%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 65%
1 Administrator
% of Days 59%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 59%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 87%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 29%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 5%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
115 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
15 residents (13%)
Medicaid
70 residents (60.9%)
Private pay or other
30 residents (26.1%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 4.1
40% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 6.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 9.9
20% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 12.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 4.5%
56% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 10.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 4.4%
60% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 20.9%
31% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 16.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.8%
55% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 2.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.0%
34% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 6.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.3%
72% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 1.0%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.6%
23% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 4.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.0%
82% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.1%
9% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.7%
7% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 93.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 97.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.6%
23% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 78.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.3%
13% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.1%
24% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 80.1%

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $16K
79% lower than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: $77K

Number of fines 1
50% fewer fines than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $16K
New Jersey average $77K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 24, 2025
$16K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled, New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High urban demand; managed care model.

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+, New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

$40,000 (individual).

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.

~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).

Not assessed.

Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+, NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.

~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).

Not assessed.

Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.

~$150,000/year (combined household, projected).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.

~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).

Not assessed.

Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.

~$500,000/year (projected, subject to final regs).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.

Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

New Jersey LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, NJ resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid available.

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.