Antioch Manor sits at 697 Ferry Ave in Camden, NJ, and offers a wide range of senior living choices for those aged 55 and older, so whether someone needs independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, or home care, there's an option designed for different levels of independence and health needs. The property is a LIHTC community, which means units go to people with various income levels, including those below 50% or 60% of area median income, though residents usually pay full rent and can use housing vouchers like Section 8 if they have one, and there's a two-bedroom unit offered at $510 per month, which may be especially helpful for some families. Many of the units are newer, larger, and have more amenities because of recent construction, and people report that waiting lists here are often short or don't exist, so moving in might be quicker than elsewhere and that can make things a little easier for those in a hurry or dealing with urgent needs.
The property supports residents who want active, maintenance-free living and those who need more help, with services ranging from help with dressing and bathing to medication management, meal services, and even transportation, though there's a fee for rides except for the times when the complimentary shuttle is used for certain needs. The staff includes helpful people and live-in caregivers in the neighborhood's shared care homes, and everyone seems to say the staff are joyful, kind, and friendly, which makes the place feel welcoming and easier to settle into, especially since there are programs and awards for resident activities that help people stay socially, physically, mentally, and emotionally active together.
Units and common spaces have accessibility features like wheelchair ramps, elevators, and accessible showers, so those with mobility issues can get around more safely, and there's resident parking, outdoor and indoor common areas for gathering or relaxing, beauty and barber services, devotional services onsite, and pet-friendly policies so those with animals don't have to leave them behind. Health care is available, too, because there's a nurse on call, a doctor on call, a dentist, and services like physical, speech, and occupational therapy, plus medication reminders and help with hygiene if needed, making sure that even those who need a little more support live as independently as they can.
Residents with dementia or Alzheimer's receive care in special secure areas, with staff trained for their needs and layouts meant to prevent wandering and reduce confusion, and there's respite care available, too, for families who need a short-term break. There's no smoking allowed in indoor public or private spaces, though people can smoke outdoors, so those who prefer a smoke-free environment indoors will find it more comfortable. Antioch Manor's easy access to public transit, nearby restaurants, parks, cafes, theaters, pharmacies, doctors, and hospitals means residents have what they need close by, and with many types of housing options, from private apartments to shared homes, people can choose what works for their lifestyles and budgets, especially since the property aims to welcome those with housing vouchers and focus on affordable options without extra frills.
Antioch Manor stands out mostly for offering several levels of care in one setting, from active independent living to memory care and nursing support, along with a broad list of services like transportation, personal care, activities both onsite and offsite, and help for both independent and more dependent seniors, and the supportive and cheerful atmosphere seems to make adjusting to a new home a bit easier for many people.
