Lake Ridge is a community in Toms River, New Jersey, created for people aged 55 and older, and it covers a big, scenic 303-acre piece of land that's got spaces for all kinds of activities and homes, and with 925 single-family houses, folks find two-bedroom, two-bath ranch-style layouts all on one floor, as well as three-bedroom, three-bath homes on two floors, and every house sits on its own private lot with either a one- or two-car garage, which gives everyone room to breathe and keep things quiet, and there's a clubhouse at the center that's 13,800 square feet, where people gather for events, fitness, swimming in the indoor pool, playing billiards, working on arts and crafts, and spending time in game rooms, while right outside you'll see tennis courts, bocce ball, horseshoes, basketball, and a patio with an outdoor pool, plus two lakes-one with swans and another one set for light fishing or for the model boat builders club who sail what they make.
Residents have more than 50 clubs and committees, an active monthly community newspaper, their own cable news channel, plenty of meeting rooms, and a full-time activities director keeping things lively with daily events and outings, and there's a courtesy bus to take people around town for shopping and entertainment. The community keeps safety in mind with trained security staff, emergency alert systems, patrols, and strong HOA oversight through the Lakeridge Homeowners Association Inc. Support services include housekeeping, laundry and dry cleaning, move-in help, and meal preparation with a chef who can handle diabetes diets and other health needs, making sure everyone has what they require, and care can include medication help, dressing assistance, and more personal support as people need it, all supervised 24 hours a day if necessary.
Every home comes with features like kitchenettes, air conditioning, private bathrooms, phone and Wi-Fi, cable TV, and furnishings if needed, plus the grounds have walking paths, outdoor common spaces, arts and music rooms, a library, movie theater, and areas set aside for residents' run events or quiet time. Lake Ridge also offers different care levels, like independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and even nursing services, making it easier for residents to stay in place as life changes. The community's rules and protections cover everyone, including LGBTQ individuals, and management falls to a volunteer Board of Directors backed by a dedicated staff, all working to keep the property and activities running smoothly and fairly. The homeowners' association sees to community needs for a monthly fee of $126, so resources stay organized and amenities are maintained, and with its spot just off Route 70, everyone gets easy regional access when they want or need to head out.
