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Lantern Hill
535 Mountain Avenue, New Providence, NJ 07974
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In our commitment to transparency, we gathered up-to-date pricing information directly through a comprehensive interview with this community on Nov. 7, 2023. Here's a detailed breakdown:
Independent Living
Price range for one person: $4,300 to $7,600 per month
Second person occupancy fee: Varies depending on the apartment
Assisted Living
Studio: $7,200 per month
One bedroom suite: $9,100 per month
Memory Care and Skilled Nursing
Daily rate: $545
Approximate monthly cost: $16,000
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Exclusive Interview Insights
Our team personally reached out and conducted an insightful interview with this community on Nov. 7, 2023. Here's what we learned:
Welcome to Lantern Hill
Lantern Hill is a vibrant senior living community that offers a range of living options to cater to the diverse needs of its residents. Our community is designed to provide comfort, convenience, and a high quality of life for seniors.
Living Options
- Independent Living
- Assisted Living
- Memory Care
- Skilled Nursing
- Subacute Rehab
Pet-Friendly Community
We understand that pets are part of the family, which is why our community is pet-friendly. Residents are welcome to bring their furry companions, without any weight or breed restrictions, although we mainly accommodate cats and dogs.
Transportation Services
For the convenience of our residents, we offer a shuttle service for local trips to supermarkets, malls, and doctor's offices. This service is provided free of charge for regularly scheduled trips. Private transportation can also be arranged for a fee.
Moving Assistance
To help new residents transition smoothly into our community, we partner with a third-party service that assists with moving-related needs. While we do not have on-site movers, we ensure that residents have access to reliable moving services.
Dining Experience
Our community boasts three on-site restaurants, with one open for all three meals of the day and two others that serve dinner. Residents can enjoy a wide variety of dining options, with approximately 50 different choices for meals like dinner. The restaurants operate during set hours, providing residents with the flexibility to dine at their convenience within those times.
Healthcare and Staff
Lantern Hill employs a dedicated team of professionals to ensure the well-being of our residents. This includes:
- Two full-time doctors available exclusively for independent living residents
- Social workers on-site
- Trained emergency medical responders among the security team
Safety and Accessibility Features
The safety and security of our residents are of utmost importance. Our community is equipped with:
- Handrails throughout all hallways
- 24/7 security personnel
- Emergency pull cords in all bathrooms and bedrooms
- Daily latch checks to ensure resident well-being
Communication with Families
We maintain open lines of communication with the families of our residents, either by phone or email, depending on their preference. Our resident services team is dedicated to addressing any concerns or complaints, ensuring a satisfactory experience for all.
Waitlist and Occupancy
Lantern Hill offers a waitlist for those interested in joining our community, with a fully refundable deposit. We prioritize our current independent living residents for transfers to higher levels of care, such as assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, over the public.
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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.
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.
Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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Nursing Home
Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.
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Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.
Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Summary of Reviews for Lantern Hill Senior Living Community:
- Concerns were raised about the community's sustainability efforts, specifically the absence of solar panels and LED lights.
- Many reviews praise the community for its friendly staff, variety of apartments, and the range of amenities and activities available on-site. The community is described as accommodating and supportive, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Feedback on staff is mixed, with some residents appreciating the hard work and friendliness of the staff, while others suggest improvements in customer service skills and communication between departments.
- The community is celebrated for its vibrant social life, including a wide array of activities and opportunities for socializing, which contribute to a strong sense of community among residents.
- Concerns were mentioned regarding the management of memory care patients, suggesting a need for more staff in this area.
- Several reviews highlight the high quality of the facilities and services, comparing the community to a luxury hotel or a cruise ship on land. The food service, in particular, receives high praise for its quality.
- The community's aesthetics and attention to detail are noted, with the decor and cleanliness being standout features. Activities that encourage artistic expression are also highlighted.
- Location and accessibility are mentioned as positives, with the community being conveniently located near downtown areas and medical facilities.
- Some concerns were raised about the cost of living in the community and an incident involving access denial due to a service dog, suggesting areas for improvement in inclusivity and awareness of ADA laws.
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Community Amenities
Room Amenities
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Transportation
Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 5
Health inspection rating: 5
Staffing rating: 5
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: July 21, 2017
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 40
Total current residents: 37
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 0
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 3
Total cost of fines: $2943
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-10-19 | 2021-11-11 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2021-10-19 | 2021-11-16 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2021-10-19 | 2021-11-12 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-02-13 | 2019-03-22 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2021-05-17 | $650 |
| 2021-05-31 | $975 |
| 2021-05-31 | $983 |
| 2021-07-12 | $1,300 |
| 2021-07-12 | $1,310 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is New Providence which is 0.8 miles away and has a population of 12,469 (small town).
- The average income is $188,402, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 81
- Low Temperature: 33
- Average Temperature: 57.1
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 155 days of rain, 26 days of snow and 183 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.3 inches a year
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Supermarkets
Acme
1.3 miles awayStop & Shop
1.9 miles awayKings
1.9 miles awayThe Meat House
3.2 miles awayShopRite
3.5 miles awayTransportation
Murray Hill
0.6 miles awayNew Providence
1.9 miles awayBerkeley Heights
2.3 miles awaySummit
3.0 miles awayFanwood
3.3 miles awayBus Stations
NJ Transit 117
2.2 miles awayUnion County College
4.5 miles away3rd Street at Church Street
4.8 miles awayWatchung Avenue at East 4th Street
4.8 miles awayBanks
TD Bank
1.2 miles awayChase
1.2 miles awayThe Provident Bank
1.2 miles awayWells Fargo
1.3 miles awayBank of America
1.3 miles awayHospitals
Runnells Specialized Hospital
1.9 miles awayChildren's Specialized Hospital
2.6 miles awaySummit Oaks Hospital
2.6 miles awayOverlook Medical Center
2.9 miles awayCentral Jersey Urgent Care Green Brook
6.9 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
0.9 miles awayCVS
1.2 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
2.0 miles awayLiberty Drug
3.8 miles awayShort Hills Pharmacy
4.7 miles awayDentists
Rubino James M DMD
0.7 miles awayFanwood Dental Group
3.4 miles awayGersch Orthodontics
3.6 miles awayWestfield Oral Surgery
3.8 miles awayClear Smile
4.4 miles awayParks
Lions Park
0.9 miles awayVeterans Memorial Park
1.1 miles awayWatchung Reservation
1.1 miles awayMountainside
1.2 miles awayLions Municipal Park
1.2 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Saint Charles Mission Center
16.8 miles awaySaint Paul's Chapel
20.6 miles awayChurch of Saint Paul the Apostle
22.5 miles awaySaint Patrick’s Cathedral
22.7 miles awayCongregation Sherith Israel
23.0 miles awayShopping
Mall at Short Hills
4.0 miles awayMadison Plaza
4.3 miles awayLivingston Mall
6.5 miles awayInman Grove Shopping Center
6.5 miles awayInman Plaza
6.7 miles awayCulture
Summit Playhouse
2.6 miles awayVisual Arts Center
2.8 miles awayChatham Play House
3.9 miles awaySouth Avenue Arts
4.8 miles awayF M Kirby Shakespeare Theatre
5.3 miles awayRestaurants
Coppola Restaurant and Pizzeria
0.7 miles awaySzechuan Delight
0.7 miles awayMoe‘s Bistro
0.8 miles awayJose's Mexican Cantina
1.3 miles awayBacci Brick Oven Pizza
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