Lexington is a senior community in Lakewood, NJ.
Information last verified:
127 7th Street, Lakewood, NJ 08701
To contact a resident: (732) 363-5672
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Multiple reviews describe the facility as dirty with pest problems and unpleasant odors.
Several reviewers report bedbugs and mice, and others mention nasty bathrooms and general dirtiness. A few also describe strong, unpleasant smells, including urine. One resident report also notes ongoing complaints that the place never gets cleaned up.
Reviews raise concerns about how resident funds are managed and released.
Residents and family members describe problems with allowances and access to their own money, including months or years without seeing funds they were told they would receive. Other reviews allege staff kept money back, delayed releases for weeks, or took SSI checks. One reviewer also describes belongings being thrown away, and another says personal items were not released even after requests and payment.
Some reviews describe drug activity and a lack of effective oversight.
A few reviewers say they saw or heard about residents using drugs and that the facility does not check it out. Others describe the community as dirty and drug-infested, and one notes police involvement and the need for investigation. These accounts also connect the environment to behavior concerns and residents being in public-looking conditions.
Some residents are described as still symptomatic and/or overmedicated.
One reviewer says residents were medicated but still symptomatic, and also mentions violent tendencies. Another family member describes removing a loved one due to being overmedicated and advises caution. A separate review claims staff contact is limited mainly to medication administration, which they say leaves broader needs unaddressed.
Several reviews describe the facility as supportive when residents have nowhere else to go.
Some of the most positive comments frame Lexington as a place that feels like home for people facing homelessness, and they praise the staff as helpful. One reviewer describes it as a life raft and asks others to donate time, clothes, or money to support residents and clients. Another mentions that a loved one liked the staff and felt at home after being homeless for a long time.
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Board and Care HomeThis part of Lakewood, New Jersey, offers a wide range of medical services, including specialized physicians such as infectious disease specialists and cardiologists, as well as pharmacies for convenient access to medication. The area also features a variety of dining options, from casual fast food to Japanese steakhouse cuisine. Nearby hospitals provide easy access to healthcare, while a nearby theater offers entertainment options. Additionally, there are parks for outdoor recreation and cafes for socializing over coffee. Overall, this area provides a mix of amenities that may appeal to seniors looking for convenience and quality healthcare services in their community.
Lexington is located at 127 7th Street, Lakewood, NJ 08701 in Ocean County, New Jersey
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