485 River Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701, Ocean County
Atlantic Coast Rehab & Health is a 160-bed skilled nursing facility located at 485 River Avenue in Lakewood, New Jersey. The center offers short-term rehabilitation, post-surgical support, and long-term medical care right in Ocean County. Accommodations are set up for everyday comfort, providing hotel-style touches alongside clinical care areas.
Residents have access to modern living spaces designed for comfort and ease of movement. For individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, the community includes a dedicated secure unit with wide corridors that are simple to navigate. Common spaces allow residents to spend time together, visit with visitors, or catch up with distant family over Skype video calls.
Dining services give residents meal choices each day, with kosher meals readily available to accommodate personal traditions and dietary needs. Daily life includes an array of social, recreational, and therapeutic activities. Specialized sensory therapies, such as aromatherapy and audiovisual stimulation, are integrated into routines for individuals needing extra cognitive support or a soothing atmosphere.
Clinical programming covers goal-oriented physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy through the SMART Rehab program, as well as cardiac care under the Heart SMART initiative. Staff includes Certified Dementia Practitioners who manage memory care needs with targeted routines. Atlantic Coast also provides short-term respite stays and compassionate hospice care for individuals facing advanced illness.
Set along Route 9 in Lakewood, the building sits within easy reach of local medical offices, retail shops, and neighboring communities throughout Ocean County. Admissions coordinators operate seven days a week, working directly with area discharge planners to help local families manage transitions from hospital to bedside.
What 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.
Overall
1 out of 5
Health inspections
1 out of 5
Quality measures
4 out of 5
Staffing
3 out of 5
From Medicare Care Compare, updated 8/1/2026.
Source: Medicare (CMS), updated monthly, last updated 8/1/2026. See it on Medicare Care Compare
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485 River Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 11/9/2026.
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
Atlantic Coast Rehab & Health offers short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, post-surgical recovery, long-term care, and dedicated memory support. It also provides respite stays and hospice services.
Yes, the facility provides kosher meals for residents who request them. Residents can also select from different meal options each day to match their personal preferences.
Cognitively impaired residents live in a separate, secure unit designed for safety and ease of navigation. Care is directed by Certified Dementia Practitioners and includes sensory therapies like aromatherapy and audiovisual stimuli.
Yes, Atlantic Coast accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment, as well as many private insurance plans. Staff can assist families with understanding benefits and application guidelines.
Admissions are processed seven days a week. The admissions team works with local hospitals, physicians, and discharge planners to manage smooth transfers into the building.
