Legacy at Waterford Pines is a senior community in Atco, NJ.
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9 Colgate Road, Atco, NJ 08004
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.3 from 46 reviews
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Overall Review of Legacy at Waterford Pines
common10 reviews mention this
Facility is kept very clean
Residents and visitors consistently describe the community as clean, well cared for, and maintained.
Multiple reviews mention cleanliness and upkeep, including comments about the facility looking cleaner and brighter and feeling well maintained. Several also call out a pleasing look and care for elderly apartments, and one reviewer notes specific remodel updates like removing carpets and refreshing the walls. A few reviews focus on clean surroundings alongside friendly day-to-day interactions, reinforcing the overall impression of a cared-for environment.
differentiator8 reviews mention this
Staff responsiveness stands out
Residents and families describe staff who help quickly and stay available, though a few report difficulty reaching anyone.
Positive experiences repeatedly describe staff as accommodating and responsive, including help being provided quickly when a need comes up and leadership staying available to answer questions. Several reviews highlight specific team members being reachable and supportive throughout a transition or stay. At the same time, at least one reviewer complains that calls were not answered and care communication felt unreliable, which is a notable counterpoint.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Food quality is mixed
Dining reviews are divided, with some praising the food while others say it has declined.
Some residents and families say the food is very good, including enjoyment of daily meals while in skilled or long-term care. Others report a decline, with one describing food service as horrible after a management change and another calling the food unappetizing enough that they brought outside food. There’s enough disagreement that dining seems more variable than universally loved.
common5 reviews mention this
Skilled and rehab experiences vary
Reviews describing recovery, skilled, and memory-care transitions include both supportive moments and serious concerns.
Several reviews describe rehab and skilled stays with supportive therapy and a sense that needs were being met, including treatment goals being set and followed. Other accounts describe transitions into assisted or memory-care areas with staff professionalism and patience. However, a reviewer who rated the community very low says the care did not feel adequate and recommends looking elsewhere, showing this is not consistently viewed the same way across stays.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Costs can feel steep
Some reviews raise concerns about charges and perceived value for the care experience.
One reviewer recounts a short timeline for moving out tied to daily charges and mentions higher care fees after a change in care type. Another describes charges for an extra week and characterizes the experience as financially driven. While many reviews focus on care quality and day-to-day interactions, these cost-focused comments suggest value can be a pain point for at least some families.
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Features
Housing
6 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Active Adult Communities (55+)
Amenities
Housekeeping services
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Philadelphia International (19 miles away)
Care Services
Assistance with dressing
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Rite Aid (0.3 miles)
Virtua Medic 42 (0.9 miles)
Rite Aid (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
Rite Aid (4.5 miles)
Walgreens (4.6 miles)
Jolin's Pharmacy (5.1 miles)
Hospitals
Virtua Berlin Hospital (1.4 miles)
Virtua Voorhees Hospital (5.3 miles)
Jefferson Stratford Hospital (7 miles)
Restaurants
Palace Diner Restaurant (2.8 miles)
Sundaes (3 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (3.1 miles)
McDonald's (3.2 miles)
China King (4.5 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (5 miles)
Taco Bell (5.3 miles)
Physicians
Advocare Atrium Pediatrics (3.9 miles)
The Endo Center at Voorhees (4.3 miles)
Kressville Pediatrics (5.2 miles)
CHOP Specialty Care & Surgery Center (6.6 miles)
Cooper Internal Medicine (7 miles)
Rowan SOM Family Medicine Residency Program (7.1 miles)
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6 resident community capacity
Active Adult Communities (55+)
Housekeeping services
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Philadelphia International (19 miles away)
Assistance with dressing
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Caring staff, active resident life, and a clean, welcoming community.
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