Wellington Estates

    2018 NJ-35, Spring Lake, NJ 07762
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Warm staff and beautiful facility

    I moved my grandmother in after a tour and couldn't be happier - the staff are warm, attentive, and go above and beyond. The food is excellent, the renovated rooms and grounds are beautiful and impeccably kept, and there are plenty of activities that make it feel like family. Administration and maintenance are responsive, communication is strong, and I would recommend this resident-focused community.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.86·(66)

    Overall rating

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    2. 4
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    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.7
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.6
    • Amenities

      4.6
    • Value

      3.5

    Pros

    • Renovated, attractive interior and exterior
    • Extensive landscaped grounds and outdoor amenities
    • On-site culinary program with restaurant-style dining
    • Fresh baked goods and pastry offerings
    • Engaging, varied activities program
    • Frequent off-site outings and field trips
    • Caring, long-tenured staff and low turnover
    • Responsive and communicative management
    • Comprehensive and updated care plans
    • Strong memory-care coordination and hospice support
    • Assistance with admissions and paperwork
    • Accessible apartment features (handicap bathrooms, kitchenettes)
    • Private-event facilities and built-in barbecue areas
    • Clean, modern rooms and furnishings
    • Active pandemic and infection-control communication
    • Maintenance and move-in support
    • Home-like, family-oriented atmosphere
    • On-site fitness/walking paths and recreational spaces
    • Dedicated dining and special-occasion areas
    • High levels of resident engagement and socialization

    Cons

    • Inconsistent housekeeping and laundry quality
    • Variable evening and overnight staffing coverage
    • Limited dedicated on-site skilled nursing unit
    • Perceived high cost relative to alternatives
    • Ongoing renovation-related disruption
    • Occasional slow response times to resident requests
    • Insufficient direct-care aide staffing at peak times
    • Some older building areas remain despite upgrades

    Summary of reviews

    Wellington Estates presents as a substantially renovated assisted‑living community with a strong emphasis on amenities, social life, and culinary services. The campus and interior spaces are frequently described as attractive and well maintained, with extensive landscaping and a variety of outdoor features — walking paths, gardens, koi pond, bocce and putting areas, pergolas and private barbecue spaces — that support resident recreation and family visits. Apartment finishes and furnishings are generally described as modern and comfortable, and common areas include dedicated dining and special‑occasion spaces that contribute to a restaurant‑style dining experience.

    Clinical care and day‑to‑day assistance are consistently portrayed positively. Reviewers highlight compassionate, attentive caregivers, skilled nurses and med‑techs, and comprehensive, up‑to‑date care plans, including coordination for memory‑care needs and hospice when required. Families note clear communication from management and staff, thorough admission guidance, and proactive pandemic‑era communication. That said, reviewers imply that Wellington Estates does not operate a large on‑site skilled nursing/hospice unit, so prospective residents who anticipate high‑acuity, 24/7 nursing needs should clarify the facility's clinical scope and external partnerships in advance.

    Dining and activities are recurring strengths. The community operates an on‑site culinary program with positive comments about food quality, specialty items like homemade breads and pastries, and restaurant‑style service. The activities program is active and varied — puzzles, bingo, outings, fitness/walking options and scheduled off‑site trips — which residents and families identify as contributing to improved mood, engagement, and socialization.

    Operational patterns suggest mostly stable leadership and low staff turnover, which residents and families find reassuring. Maintenance staff are described as responsive and helpful during moves and set‑up. Areas for improvement that appear across reviews involve operational consistency: housekeeping and laundry quality are sometimes uneven, and some reviewers describe slower response times or variable coverage during evening and overnight hours. There are also mentions of ongoing renovations that improve the facility but may create intermittent disruption, and several families express concern about price or perceived value — prospective residents should consider cost relative to comparable options.

    For families considering Wellington Estates, recommended due diligence includes touring during different times of day (including evenings), asking for current staffing ratios and shift coverage details, confirming the extent of on‑site clinical services versus external providers, and inquiring about the timeline and impact of any ongoing renovation work. Overall, the balance of commentary indicates a community with strong interpersonal care, rich programming, and attractive facilities, coupled with a few operational areas to probe further during the tour process.

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    Location

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    Wellington Estates is located at 2018 NJ-35, Spring Lake, NJ, 07762.

    About Wellington Estates

    Wellington Estates is an assisted living community in Spring Lake, New Jersey, just a few miles from the Atlantic Ocean, offering a range of care services for seniors, including assisted living and memory care. The community has 114 beds and provides several apartment layouts like studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, each with private baths featuring walk-in showers and kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves, and apartments range from about 209 to 415 square feet, so residents can choose what suits them best. Residents can decorate and furnish their apartments how they like, and the experienced Neighborhood Coordinator is there to give advice on layouts and décor if needed. There are housekeeping, laundry, and room service options to help keep things neat and clean, and staff are available day and night to help with daily tasks like grooming, bathing, dressing, mobility, and medication management.

    The community features secure living spaces for residents with memory care needs, offering special support for those with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia, with personalized care plans and activities designed to support cognitive engagement and reduce confusion. Senior living at Wellington Estates encourages independence and activity, with programs like exercise assistance, fitness classes, and outdoor areas like landscaped gardens, putting greens, bocce ball, and comfortable patios with shady seating, so residents can enjoy fresh air and social time. There's a large, pretty courtyard with water features and plenty of spots to sit and relax. The staff at Wellington Estates is friendly, attentive, and well-trained, with 24-hour on-site licensed nursing and skilled nursing care for healthcare needs, plus specialized rehabilitation services for those who need them.

    Meals are included, and dining options offer support for vegetarian and kosher diets, with fine dining provided as part of daily life. Residents can take part in a variety of organized activities, like arts, entertainment, educational programs, day trips, and devotional services, both onsite and offsite, increasing opportunities for engagement, learning, and companionship. Onsite beautician services help residents look and feel their best, while shared amenities like lounges and social spaces help build a sense of community. There are activities focused on both physical fitness and cognitive engagement and the staff helps residents with support services such as personal care, mobility, and hygiene.

    Wellington Estates creates a safe and comfortable home-like environment, balancing privacy with chances for social stimulation, and the commitment to transparent financial guidance-including information on Medicare and private pay-helps families understand their options. The community allows seniors to maintain their independence with supportive care and a lively program of events meant to help everyone feel at home, and staff offers prompt assistance whenever needed.

    People often ask...

    Wellington Estates offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $7,110 per month.

    Wellington Estates offers assisted living and memory care.

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    The full address for this community is 2018 NJ-35, Spring Lake, NJ 07762.

    No, Wellington Estates does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

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    License numberNJ1EGWIO
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Residence
    Capacity114 residents
    LicenseeWELLINGTON ESTATES, LLC
    Care servedMs. Kathleen Granatelli
    ExpiresSeptember 30th, 2026
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