United Methodist Communities At The Shores
Nursing Home · New Jersey, NJ
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United Methodist Communities At The Shores

Nursing Home · New Jersey, NJ
CMS overall rating Info 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.
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United Methodist Communities At The Shores accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of United Methodist Communities at the Shores

United Methodist Communities at the Shores is a 255-bed skilled nursing facility operated by the nonprofit United Methodist Homes of New Jersey. The campus handles long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and specialized memory support through its proprietary Tapestries™ program. Shared spaces include a fitness center and a beauty salon, situated in a rural location carrying a Walk Score of 1. Admissions focus heavily on brief post-acute recovery, resulting in an average resident stay of 46 days. Business records reflect significant operational headwinds, as the property carries a 2024 operating loss of $1.3 million and runs at a low 47% occupancy rate.

Public health databases verify strong professional nursing investments paired with a highly favorable regulatory trajectory. Registered nurse care averages 44% above the New Jersey baseline, while physical therapy hours run 50% ahead of state norms, helping drive a short-term community discharge success rate that beats the state average by 20%. Oversight profiles note zero history of federal financial fines or substantiated consumer complaints, culminating in a standard November 2025 inspection that turned up zero deficiencies.

This clean scan follows minor historical markings from earlier cycles, such as care plan documentation gaps in August 2025 and food storage or ventilation items in 2021. While short-term rehabilitation files show strong numbers, long-stay tracking data reveals clear vulnerabilities for permanent residents, noting below-average marks for physical functional preservation, fall prevention, and incontinence management.

Interested individuals exploring regional post-acute rehabilitation or short-term physical therapy options can read over these state profiles to gauge the provider’s current performance. Since the official tracking documentation records low building utilization and extended-care clinical vulnerabilities alongside excellent professional staffing hours, a zero-deficiency recent inspection, and strong short-term discharge data, the paperwork describes a facility highly optimized for brief rehabilitation stays.

(609) 399-8505

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.
▼ 12.3% Below NJ avg. ▼ 12.3% Below NJ avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 4.5% Above NJ avg. ▲ 4.5% Above NJ avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 29.0% Above NJ avg. ▲ 29.0% Above NJ avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 9.1% Below NJ avg. ▼ 9.1% Below NJ avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to New Jersey state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 66th out of 274 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 6m per day
Rank #66 / 274Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 274 homes in New Jersey. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the New Jersey average, with a ranking across 274 New Jersey SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility New Jersey avg (3h 55m per day)
vs New Jersey avg
+5%

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +50% above state avg
Staff type Hours / Day / Resident vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 59m per day ▲ 44% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 54m per day ▼ 4% State avg: 56m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 24m per day ▲ 7% State avg: 2h 14m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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 43m per day ▲ 8% State avg: 3h 27m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 9m per day ▲ 50% State avg: 6m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 35m per day ▲ 21% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
46 days
Bed community size
255-bed community Rank #22 / 561Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 22nd out of 561 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Jersey SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 1 / 100 Rank #631 / 640Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 631st out of 640 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.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

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
47%
Rank #452 / 493Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 452nd out of 493 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 493. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
120 / 255
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationMay 31, 2026
License Number20A002
CMS Certification Number315394

Ownership & Operating Entity

United Methodist Communities At The Shores is administrated by Mr. James Zauner.

Owner NameUnited Methodist Homes Of Nj

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Beauty Salon
ActivitiesFrom exercise classes and social gatherings to live music and educational talks, there is always something happening at The Shores.
Specific ProgramsDining & Menus, Independent Lifestyles, Memory Care (Tapestries™), Transitions, Hospice & Palliative Care

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDelicious, well-balanced dishes using fresh ingredients, served in welcoming dining rooms.

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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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 26 deficiencies 3 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.

Since 2021 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 3 Worse Metrics worse than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (44% above)
• Deficiencies per year (44% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (335% above)
1 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total inspections (67% below)
Latest Inspection November 19, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility NJ Average vs. NJ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 26 18 This facility has 44% more total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey nursing home (26 vs. NJ avg 18).↑ 44% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2021. 5.2 3.6 This facility has 44% more deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey nursing home (5.2 vs. NJ avg 3.6).↑ 44% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 8.7 2 This facility has 335% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey nursing home (8.7 vs. NJ avg 2).↑ 335% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This Facility NJ Average vs. NJ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 3 9 This facility has 67% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey nursing home (3 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 67% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on November 19, 2025, did not identify any deficiencies and focused on informing individuals about privacy practices. Earlier inspections showed some deficiencies, including issues with food storage, sanitation, ventilation, and posting of required hotline numbers during a July 16, 2021 survey. No fines, enforcement actions, or substantiated complaints were listed in the available reports. Prior reports noted the facility was in substantial compliance during a September 23, 2021 review related to renovation approvals. The inspection history suggests improvement over time, with the most recent report showing no cited issues.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2021
Total health inspections 4

New Jersey average 4


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations
18 Rank #117 / 276Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 117th out of 276 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the New Jersey State average, with a ranking across all 276 NJ SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

New Jersey average 20.9

Citations per inspection
4.5 Rank #116 / 276Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 116th out of 276 homes in New Jersey. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the New Jersey mean across 276 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

New Jersey average 5.35


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

13 of 18 citations resulted from standard inspections; 4 of 18 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 18 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 0.7


Serious health citations
0
100% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 0.4

0 critical citations New Jersey average: 0.7

0 serious citations New Jersey average: 0.4

18 moderate citations New Jersey average: 19.3

0 minor citations New Jersey average: 0.5
Citations history (last 5 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 29, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Aug 29, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Aug 29, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Aug 29, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 94
Employees 80
Contractors 14
Staff to resident ratio 1.96:1
9% better than New Jersey average
New Jersey average ratio: 1.79:1 New Jersey average ratio: 1.79:1See full New Jersey ranking
Avg staff/day 38
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with New Jersey average
New Jersey average: 8 hours New Jersey average shift: 8 hoursSee full New Jersey ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 26,784

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info 12 total: 7 full-time employees and 5 contractors. 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 15 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.6 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 35 total: 29 full-time employees and 6 contractors. 35
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

4.8%

1,296 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 6 Registered Nurse: 5 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant 29 6 35 11,729 92 100% 8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse 15 0 15 4,136 92 100% 8.6
Registered Nurse 7 5 12 2,502 92 100% 7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist 8 0 8 1,837 69 75% 7.3
Other Dietary Services Staff 5 0 5 1,834 92 100% 7.1
Qualified Social Worker 2 0 2 724 66 72% 6.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician 4 0 4 699 76 83% 4.8
Mental Health Service Worker 1 0 1 488 61 66% 8
Administrator 1 0 1 472 60 65% 7.9
Nurse Practitioner 1 0 1 444 56 61% 7.9
Physical Therapy Aide 1 0 1 419 61 66% 6.9
Speech Language Pathologist 1 0 1 349 49 53% 7.1
Physical Therapy Assistant 3 0 3 336 65 71% 4.7
Qualified Activities Professional 1 0 1 289 60 65% 4.8
Dietitian 1 0 1 228 57 62% 4
Occupational Therapy Aide 0 1 1 215 37 40% 5.8
Medical Director 0 1 1 60 11 12% 5.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant 0 1 1 26 15 16% 1.7
35 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
15 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 75%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 72%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 83%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 66%
1 Administrator
% of Days 65%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 61%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 66%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 53%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 71%
1 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 65%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 62%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 40%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 12%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 16%

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.

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. 14.1
107% worse 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. 33.4
168% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 12.4

Long-stay resident measures
Above average New Jersey avg: 4.5 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 17.3%
72% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 10.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 37.1%
237% worse 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 45.7%
186% 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 5.6%
131% 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 4.5%
26% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 6.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% 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 5.9%
27% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 4.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 10.4%
6% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 79.7%
14% worse 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%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.92
56% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 2.08

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.10
In line with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 1.12

Short-stay resident measures
Average New Jersey avg: 3.8 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 84.8%
8% 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 0.8%
33% better 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 77.1%
In line with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 80.1%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 28.3%
11% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 25.4%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.1%
In line with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 8.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.5%
38% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 46.2%
14% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 60.6%
20% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 27 days

Private pay

49% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 48
Medicare
16
33.3% of residents
Medicaid
15
31.3% of residents
Private pay or other
17
35.4% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

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

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$25.8M
Operating deficit
-$1.3M
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$25.8M Rank #61 / 272Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 272 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 %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$1.3M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #48 / 272Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th out of 272 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$13.2M
51.3% of revenue Rank #131 / 272Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st out of 272 homes in New Jersey. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the New Jersey average. Well-run New Jersey SNFs typically land around 55–65% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$13.9M
Total costs $27.1M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in New Jersey

United Methodist Communities At The Shores is located in Ocean City, New Jersey.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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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Broadway House for Continuing Care
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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.

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.

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.

Newark (Mount Pleasant/Lower Broadway) 78 83.3% +8% 4.60 -55% +19% $0 12 3.0 - 65 86 Anthony Ammiano $13.6M $5.3M 39.1% 315343
CareOne at Livingston
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.

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.

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.

Livingston (Passaic Avenue) 76 76.3% -1% 3.96 -21% +2% $0 17 3.4 - 58 12 Careone At Livingston $19.7M $7.9M 40% 315479
United Methodist Communities At The Shores
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.

Ocean City 255 47.1% -39% 4.10 +38% +6% $0 18 4.5 - 120 1 Robert Peterson $25.8M $13.2M 51.3% 315394

Frequently Asked Questions about United Methodist Communities At The Shores

Who is the owner of United Methodist Communities At The Shores?

The legal owner and operator of United Methodist Communities At The Shores is United Methodist Homes Of Nj.

Is United Methodist Communities At The Shores in a walkable area?

United Methodist Communities At The Shores has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of United Methodist Communities At The Shores?

According to NJ state health department records, United Methodist Communities At The Shores's license number is 20A002.

When does United Methodist Communities At The Shores's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, United Methodist Communities At The Shores's license expires on May 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at United Methodist Communities At The Shores?

United Methodist Communities At The Shores's occupancy is 47%.

Who is the administrator of United Methodist Communities At The Shores?

Mr. JAMES ZAUNER is the administrator of United Methodist Communities At The Shores.

How many beds does United Methodist Communities At The Shores have?

United Methodist Communities At The Shores has 255 beds.

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