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Aristacare At Whiting

Aristacare At Whiting is a nursing home community in Whiting, NJ.

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23 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting, NJ 08759

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4.3 from 135 reviews
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Aristacare At Whiting Costs & Pricing

At Aristacare At Whiting, the monthly cost for a semi-private room is $6,960, positioning it above both the Ocean County average of $4,532 and the New Jersey state average of $5,068. This pricing reflects the facility's commitment to providing high-quality care and a range of services tailored to meet the needs of its residents. While the cost is higher than local and state figures, it suggests an investment in amenities and supportive programs that enhance the overall well-being of residents. Such rates can often be indicative of more personalized attention and specialized care offerings that are essential for those seeking a comfortable living environment in their later years.

Floor plansAristacare At WhitingOcean CountyNew Jersey
Semi-Private$6,960$4,532$5,068

Overall Review of Aristacare At Whiting

common 45 reviews mention this

Staff care and responsiveness stand out

Residents repeatedly describe staff who are caring, helpful, and quick to step in when needed.

Across many reviews, families and residents say the staff is kind, attentive, and supportive, with multiple people praising nurses, aides, therapists, and management roles by name. Several reviewers also mention feeling safe because staff check in throughout the day, including day-to-night reassurance. A smaller number of reviews raise concerns about response timing during shift changes and staffing levels, but most still describe day-to-day help as dependable.

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Facility cleanliness is frequently praised

Cleanliness comes up often, with residents describing a well-kept facility and rooms.

Many reviewers highlight cleanliness in hallways and resident rooms, including comments about the building looking well-kept. Some reviews also contrast the smell and atmosphere with what they expected from a nursing home. A few critical reviews dispute that cleanliness—citing dirt, odors, or pests—so it is not universally consistent.

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Dining gets strong mixed feedback

Food is a frequent point of discussion, ranging from delicious to disappointing.

Several reviews say the food is excellent, delicious, or better than expected, and some mention specific dining touches that add enjoyment. Others describe meals arriving cold, incorrect, incomplete, or otherwise not meeting expectations. Reviews also mention the kitchen staff/food service when discussing how the experience did or did not match what was ordered.

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Communication during care varies

Communication about updates and progress is described as better in some cases and lacking in others.

Some families say they were kept informed about how their loved one was doing, including regular updates and support during discharge planning. Other reviews describe missed follow-ups, unanswered calls, or poor coordination around medication and progress. A recurring sub-theme is around timing—particularly around therapy communication and shift-change responsiveness.

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Rehab and therapy receive consistent praise

Therapy is repeatedly called out as the reason people improve and feel supported.

Reviews frequently credit the rehab team for helping with mobility and recovery goals, including physical therapy that residents say is attentive and encouraging. Multiple people mention clear guidance and follow-through, such as exercises to continue after discharge. A few reviews point to therapy-related gaps or call-bell response delays, but overall rehab support is a major strength mentioned across stays.

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Higher pricing is a potential tradeoff

Pricing is higher than both the county and state benchmarks across unit types.

While pricing is not the focus of resident reviews, the listing price is shown as above county and state comparisons. If you are price-sensitive, it may be worth checking how costs align with your care needs and expected length of stay.

How we summarize

We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 180 resident community capacity 180 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • 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
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • 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
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • 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
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Whiting, New Jersey offers a variety of amenities that may be appealing to seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient living environment. With several physicians and pharmacies within close proximity, residents can easily access medical care and prescription medications. Additionally, there are nearby hospitals and diagnostic centers for any healthcare needs. The selection of restaurants provides options for dining out, including familiar chains like McDonald's and Applebee's. Nearby parks offer opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Public transportation from the Toms River Bus Terminal is available for those who may not drive. Places of worship such as the Presbyterian Church of Toms River offer spiritual support and community connections. Overall, this area provides a range of services and facilities that cater to the needs of seniors seeking a peaceful and accessible neighborhood in which to reside.

Physicians

  • Whiting Foot & Ankle (0.8 miles)
  • Whiting Medical Associates (1.5 miles)
  • Atlantic Ent Assoc PA (5.4 miles)
  • Renal Center (5.7 miles)
  • Physician's Surgicenter (5.8 miles)
  • Sinha Prabhat, MD (5.8 miles)
  • Anil Kumar Sharma (5.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.2 miles)
  • Stop & Shop Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (5.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.8 miles)
  • Rite Aid (5.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (5.7 miles)
  • Applebee's (6 miles)
  • McDonald's (6.1 miles)
  • Burger King (6.2 miles)
  • Office Restaurant & Lounge & Sushi Bar (7.7 miles)
  • Baker's Water Street Bar & Grille (7.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Community Medical Center For Kids & Family (6.4 miles)
  • Children's Specialized Hospital Outpatient Center – Toms River Lakehurst Road (7.1 miles)
  • Children’s Specialized Hospital Outpatient and Long Term Care Center – Toms River Stevens Road (8.2 miles)
  • Lacey Diagnostic Imaging Center (8.8 miles)
  • Southern Ocean Center For Health (9.1 miles)

Parks

  • Jakes Branch County Park (6.8 miles)
  • Gille Park (10.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Toms River Bus Terminal (7.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Presbyterian Church of Toms River (8.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (9.3 miles)

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