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House Of The Good Shepherd

798 Willow Grove Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840

Independent Living Assisted Living Respite Care Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

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(908) 684-5900

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,712
One Bedroom
Estimated $5,935
Two Bedroom
Estimated $7,300

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,868
  • Average State Price: $5,887
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • House Of The Good Shepherd Description

    For nearly 140 years, The House of the Good Shepherd has stood as a beacon of service. While our roots started in Orange, we’re now the premier destination for senior living in Hackettstown, NJ. This is a place where you can live retirement your way yet embrace differences in a lush environment that nurtures your spirit. With more choices to do what you love and live your way, every day here is focused on enriching the lives of Hackettstown seniors through service. Beyond the highest-quality care, The House is where charming hospitality, exquisite dining, and a familiar small-town feel amount to genuine joyful living.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    7.6
    House Of The Good Shepherd
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 31 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 5 out of 5 communities in Hackettstown
  • Ranking in State: 475 out of 693 communities in NJ
  • Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many reviewers praise the facility for its cleanliness, excellent location, and the wonderful care provided by the staff.
    • Several reviews highlight the facility's effective response and care during the COVID-19 pandemic, commending the staff for their conscientious efforts.
    • Some reviewers appreciate the friendly employees and the clean, cozy environment, recommending the facility for its great care and services.
    • There are mentions of the facility being a great place to work, with great department heads, staff, and a beautiful setting.
    • The life care community is noted for providing all levels of care, being affordable, and located in a beautiful area.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Several reviews express extreme disappointment, particularly regarding the care provided, with one reviewer noting a lack of necessary physical therapy and additional costs incurred due to inadequate services.
    • There are complaints about the facility's management, particularly after new ownership, including significant changes such as the discontinuation of skilled nursing services and increased rent, making it unaffordable for many residents.
    • Some reviewers report a lack of compassion and respect from the facility towards both residents and employees, with one noting poor treatment of employees and another highlighting a distressing incident involving a resident in need of help.
    • Concerns are raised about the facility's decision to close its skilled nursing wing and Comprehensive Personal Care wing on short notice, leaving residents and their families scrambling to find alternative care.
    • There are heart-wrenching accounts of residents being involuntarily discharged, causing distress and hardship for them and their families, with some questioning the facility's commitment to its promises of lifetime care.


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    Health

    Assistance with activities of daily living

    Outpatient rehabilitation services

    Medication management

    Incontinence care

    Diabetic care

    Access to medical specialties visiting on-site


    Services

    Laundry and linen service

    Housekeeping

    Personal laundry service available

    Housekeeping services

    Laundry and linen services


    Activities

    Musical and arts entertainment

    Country Store — our resident-run convenience store

    Gardening

    A full schedule of social and educational events

    Bingo

    Fitness center


    Community Amenities

    Hair salon

    Chapel

    Housekeeping available upon request

    Meeting rooms

    Beauty salon and barbershop

    Private dining room for personal events


    Room Amenities

    Fully equipped kitchens

    Some with dishwashers

    Stacked washer and dryer in residences

    Self-controlled heating and air conditioning

    All utilities included

    Except phone and cable TV


    Dining

    Assisted living dining room

    One meal included in main building rent

    Village residents are eligible to enroll in a meal plan

    Restaurant-style dining

    Executive chef

    Special diets


    Transportation

    Transportation to and from medical appointments

    Scheduled transportation

    Transportation provided

    Assigned parking

    Parking


    Pet

    Pet-friendly

    Pet therapy



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Hackettstown which is 1.4 miles away and has a population of 9,579 (very small town).
    • The average income is $84,111, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 78
      • Low Temperature: 31
      • Average Temperature: 54.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 141 days of rain, 27 days of snow and 195 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.1 inches a year

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    Supermarkets

    Farmer's Market
    2.9 miles away
    Weis Markets
    3.1 miles away
    ShopRite
    3.4 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    3.9 miles away
    Sam's Club
    5.1 miles away

    Transportation

    Hackettstown
    1.8 miles away
    Mount Olive
    4.9 miles away
    Netcong
    5.7 miles away
    Lake Hopatcong
    7.9 miles away
    Mount Arlington
    9.4 miles away

    Bus Stations

    TAMARACK RD (BYRAM PARK & RIDE)
    7.1 miles away
    880 ROCKWAY MAL
    12.3 miles away
    880 MORRISTOWN
    12.4 miles away
    Rockaway Mall (Parking Lot)
    13.7 miles away
    West Main Street & Lindbergh Lane
    14.7 miles away

    Banks

    TD Bank - Hackettstown
    1.8 miles away
    Naughright Road; Hackettstown
    1.8 miles away
    Fulton Bank
    2.0 miles away
    Chase
    2.1 miles away
    Valley National Bank
    2.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Hackettstown Medical Center
    0.4 miles away
    Dover General Hospital / Saint Clare's Dover Hospital
    12.1 miles away
    Newton Medical Center
    13.1 miles away
    Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital
    15.8 miles away
    Sunrise House Treatment Center
    16.2 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    2.0 miles away
    CVS
    3.3 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    3.6 miles away
    Sam's Club
    5.1 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    5.4 miles away

    Dentists

    David W. Paulussen, DMD
    2.2 miles away
    Dental Horizons
    8.3 miles away
    West Washington Family Dentistry
    11.7 miles away
    Diamond Braces
    13.4 miles away
    Bedminster Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr. Mike Mavrostomos
    17.2 miles away

    Parks

    Stephens State Park
    0.1 miles away
    Hackettstown
    0.8 miles away
    Allamuchy Mountain State Park
    0.9 miles away
    Small Playground
    0.9 miles away
    Mount Rascal Park
    1.0 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Spring Valley Christian Church
    11.8 miles away

    Shopping

    The Shoppes at Hackettstown
    1.4 miles away
    QuickChek
    6.0 miles away
    The Shops at Ledgewood Commons
    8.2 miles away
    Streets of Chester
    8.4 miles away
    Pine Street Plaza
    18.0 miles away

    Culture

    David and Carol Lackland Center
    2.0 miles away
    Pax Amicus Castle Theater
    2.9 miles away
    Children's Growing Stage
    5.9 miles away
    Middle Earth Theater
    8.1 miles away
    Chester Community Theatre
    8.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    Hackettstown Chinese Restaurant
    1.5 miles away
    Monchy's Colombian Grill
    1.5 miles away
    Taqueria 5 Brothers
    1.5 miles away
    Stella G's
    1.5 miles away
    Davila's Pizza & Restaurant
    1.5 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of NJ. It is a medium-sized community with 35 total beds.

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