New Jersey Firemen's Home
565 Lathrop Ave, Boonton, NJ 07005, Morris County
New Jersey Firemen's Home sits on the historic Lathrop Estates on Lathrop Avenue in Boonton. Established in 1898, the community holds 82 licensed long-term care beds and serves a specific mission. It is the only licensed health care facility in New Jersey dedicated primarily to the men and women of the New Jersey fire service.
The grounds feature a unique centerpiece: an 8,000-square-foot, two-story fire museum that opened in 1985. Residents and visitors can see antique steamers, ornate hose carts, and vintage fire trucks right on campus. The museum stays open daily with free admission, offering an active connection to fire service history.
Daily living includes organized recreation led by a certified therapeutic recreation specialist. Residents can join the men's club, take part in cooking club gatherings, and enjoy regular visits from therapy animals. The monthly calendar also includes bingo, social gatherings, community trips, games, and religious services.
Meals and nutrition are managed on-site by a certified dietary manager and a licensed dietitian. Round-the-clock nursing care is provided every day of the week, alongside an on-site physician who visits five days a week. Accommodations support both residential health care and long-term skilled nursing needs for retired firefighters in Morris County.
Pricing
What care costs in this area.
What nursing home care costs in this area
$12,775 a month
That is the New Jersey median for a semi-private nursing home room, not this community's price. This community's actual rate depends on room type and care level. Ask us for this month's real numbers.
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey, published March 2026. Figures verified September 2026.
Levels of care on this campus
Each level of care here holds its own New Jersey Department of Health license. Residents can move to more care without leaving the campus.
Nursing home
New Jersey Firemen's Home
License 061419, valid through 06/30/2027
82 licensed beds
Accepts: Private
Assisted living
New Jersey Firemen's Home
License 603333, valid through 06/30/2027
20 licensed beds
Accepts: Private
Care services provided
Nursing home
- 24-hour continuous skilled nursing care
- Residential health care services
- Long-term care placement
- Physician visits five days per week
- Therapeutic recreation program
- Dietary oversight by a licensed dietitian
Amenities
On-site attractions
- Two-story 8,000-square-foot fire museum
- Historic fire engines, steamers, and hose carts on display
Activities and social life
- Recreation program directed by a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
- Men's club
- Cooking club
- Pet therapy visits
- Bingo and group games
- Social gatherings and outings
- Religious services
Dining
- Dietary management by a certified dietary manager
- Menu planning by a licensed dietitian
Care and health
- 24-hour continuous nursing coverage
- On-site physician five days a week
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Location
565 Lathrop Ave, Boonton, NJ 07005
License
- License number
- 061419
- Year built
- 1898
- Licensed as
- Long Term Care Facility
- License valid to
- 06/30/2027
- Licensed capacity
- 82 long term care beds
- Payment accepted
- Private pay
- Executive director
- John Veras
- As listed on the state license.
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 9/25/2026.
Ownership
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
- Owner on the licence
- NEW JERSEY FIREMEN'S HOME
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to live at New Jersey Firemen's Home?+
The New Jersey Firemen's Home is dedicated specifically to the men and women who have served in the New Jersey fire service. It provides residential health care and long-term care to these individuals.
Is medical care available on-site?+
Yes, nursing care is staffed around the clock, seven days a week. Additionally, an on-site physician provides care at the facility five days a week.
What types of daily activities are offered?+
Residents can participate in cooking club, men's club, bingo, games, and socials. The activity calendar also includes outings, religious services, and pet therapy.
Is there a museum on the property?+
Yes, the campus features a two-story, 8,000-square-foot fire museum that opened in 1985. It displays antique fire trucks, hose carts, and steamers, and is open daily with free admission.
What payment options are accepted?+
According to state licensing records, the community accepts private payment. Families should contact the facility directly to discuss specific payment and admission details.
