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Bey Lea Village Care Center in Toms River, NJ

Bey Lea Village Care Center is an assisted living and memory care community in Toms River, NJ.

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Bey Lea Village Care Center in Toms River, NJ

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  • Interior

    A well-lit hallway with artwork on the walls and doors lining both sides.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room with comfortable couches, a coffee table, and warm lighting.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a striped sofa facing a TV mounted above a fireplace, surrounded by wooden bookshelves and a large window with curtains.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a well-decorated bed, featuring colorful pillows and a blue throw blanket.
  • Windows

    A modern living room with large windows, a fireplace, and elegant furniture.
  • Dining

    An empty dining area with wooden floors, arranged tables and chairs, and warm lighting.
  • Kitchen

    Spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets and a central island.
  • Lighting

    A modern hallway with framed artwork and warm lighting.
  • Artwork

    A well-lit hospital hallway with artwork on the walls and double doors at the end.
  • Fireplace

    Cozy living room with a couch, fireplace, and television.
  • Bathroom

    A clean and accessible bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and grab bars.
  • Lobby

    A modern waiting room featuring comfortable sofas, a wall display, and plant decor.
  • Appliances

    Cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets and a small dining table set for two.
  • Painting

    A cozy bedroom with warm colors and elegant decor.

1351 Old Freehold Road, Toms River, NJ 08753

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3.4 from 25 reviews
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Bey Lea Village Care Center Costs & Pricing

Bey Lea Village Care Center offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to both Ocean County and the broader New Jersey market. For a studio room, residents can expect to pay $5,735 per month, which is notably higher than the average cost in Ocean County at $4,500 but aligns closely with the state average of $5,286. When considering a one-bedroom option, the monthly fee rises to $6,200; this figure exceeds Ocean County's average of $4,332 yet is slightly below New Jersey's typical rate of $5,994. Overall, while Bey Lea Village Care Center's prices are on the higher end locally, they reflect a commitment to quality care and amenities that meet the expectations of residents seeking supportive living environments.

Floor plansBey Lea Village Care CenterOcean CountyNew Jersey
Studio$5,735$4,500$5,286
1 Bedroom$6,200$4,332$5,994

Overall Review of Bey Lea Village Care Center

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Memory care support is available

Memory support is part of what the community provides.

Some reviewers specifically mention Alzheimer’s or memory support, including families describing improved clarity and “watchful eyes.” At the same time, one reviewer said the facility did not have memory care and recommended another place when a wife couldn’t be brought there. Since the community lists memory care among its care types, it appears to be offered even though experiences described in reviews weren’t consistent.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Food quality feels inconsistent

Dining quality is a frequent point of disagreement.

Several residents and families praise the food, saying it’s delicious or that a picky eater enjoys meals, and one reviewer highlights the dining room as restaurant-like. Other reviews criticize meals sharply, calling the food disgusting or “horrendous,” including complaints about portioning and presentation. The community offers restaurant-style dining and meal service plus multiple diet options in its care and dining details, but the reviews suggest the daily experience does not always match expectations.

  • A well-lit dining room with wooden tables and chairs, featuring warm decor and artwork on the walls.
  • An empty dining area with wooden floors, arranged tables and chairs, and warm lighting.
  • A cozy dining area with multiple tables and chairs, decorated with artwork and plants.
common 10 reviews mention this

Staff are caring, but response varies

Many families describe staff as caring and responsive.

Positive reviews repeatedly describe kind, friendly staff and professionals across nursing, activities, aides, and kitchen, with families feeling their loved ones are comfortable. Some also mention responsiveness to questions and requests, and one reviewer says the staff helped with a difficult transition by providing guidance. Other reviews report problems such as rude behavior, delayed help after a call button, and communication gaps between staff and family. Taken together, the tone is supportive at times, but there are clear concerns about consistency of care and follow-through.

common 6 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and upkeep are mixed

Cleanliness is often noted, though not universally.

Multiple reviewers say the facility is very clean and well maintained, including mentions of clean bedrooms and a building that looks cared for. Families also describe rooms being kept “well cared for,” and visitors report no red flags. Other reviews contradict that, citing musty bedding, dirty bathrooms, dirty conditions, and pests leading to residents having to leave. While cleanliness is a strength in many accounts, several reviews describe serious housekeeping problems.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Care coverage and communication concerns

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing and oversight.

A few reviewers describe situations where urgent needs were not handled promptly, including long waits for the call button to be answered and missing or mishandled care items. Others mention being very unhappy with weekend care, describing understaffing, dirty conditions, and lack of communication with family. One review also describes severe outcomes during COVID and frequent monitoring of the resident’s room. Overall, these accounts point to variability in daily support and coordination.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Value for the price feels mixed

Price is a recurring theme, with mixed views on value.

Some families say the community offers good value for the price, while others argue the cost is too high given concerns about meals or the level of day-to-day support they received. Pricing details show rates that run above both county and state figures across unit types. When reviewers complain about where the money is going, those concerns appear most connected to dining quality and overall experience rather than to amenities on paper.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 60 resident community capacity 60 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegan Vegan

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Toms River, New Jersey, offers convenient access to various healthcare facilities such as Central Jersey Hand Surgery and Garden State Pain and Radiology Center, ensuring quality medical care for seniors. In terms of dining options, there are popular chain restaurants like TGI Friday's and Applebee's nearby, as well as cafes like Starbucks for a quick coffee break. Pharmacies such as CVS and Rite Aid are also easily accessible for medication needs. For those seeking spiritual fulfillment, the Presbyterian Church of Toms River is within close proximity. Additionally, the area is home to reputable hospitals like Children’s Specialized Hospital Outpatient Center, providing peace of mind in case of health emergencies. The presence of amenities like the Toms River Bus Terminal for transportation and parks like Jakes Branch County Park make this location suitable for active senior living.

Physicians

  • Central Jersey Hand Surgery (0.8 miles)
  • Garden State Pain and Radiology Center (0.8 miles)
  • Geffner R E MD (1.8 miles)
  • Toms River Medical Group (2.1 miles)
  • Atlantic Coast Rheumatology (2.1 miles)
  • South Jersey Dermatology Center (2.1 miles)
  • Antoine C Chaker (2.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • TGI Friday's (0.9 miles)
  • Friendly's (0.9 miles)
  • Applebee's (1.1 miles)
  • Food Court (1.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.8 miles)
  • Pizza Hut (2 miles)
  • Office Restaurant & Lounge & Sushi Bar (2.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.8 miles)
  • Community Surgical Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Presbyterian Church of Toms River (1.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Children’s Specialized Hospital Outpatient and Long Term Care Center – Toms River Stevens Road (2 miles)
  • Children's Specialized Hospital Outpatient Center – Toms River Lakehurst Road (2.4 miles)
  • Community Medical Center For Kids & Family (2.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Toms River Bus Terminal (2.7 miles)

Parks

  • Jakes Branch County Park (4.4 miles)
  • Angela Hibbard Dog Park (5.8 miles)
  • Windward Beach Park (6.5 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Brick Plaza 1 (5.4 miles)

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