Lions Gate, located in Voorhees, New Jersey, is a nonprofit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) that provides a range of services, including nursing home care and assisted living. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid, and a participant since February 2007, the facility accommodates approximately 100 residents. Lions Gate supports a diverse resident population and is affiliated with the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, though it accepts individuals of all faiths. In 2023, Lions Gate completed a $5 million renovation project that included updates to communal areas, dining facilities, and residential units.
Care services at Lions Gate encompass skilled nursing and a spectrum of medical supports tailored to residents’ needs. Specialized services are available for individuals requiring memory care, stroke care, cardiac rehabilitation, and hospice support. The facility offers comprehensive therapy programs, including occupational therapy and speech therapy. Certified nursing staff provide 24-hour care and can assist with full activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Additional healthcare offerings include podiatry and regular engagement with on-site physicians. Care is supported by on-site laundry and dry cleaning, a barber and beauty salon, and spiritual services for Catholic and Jewish residents.
Residents have access to various amenities, such as wellness programs, yoga classes, and clubs and community groups. Lions Gate provides both resident and family counseling services, and promotes active engagement through organized activities. The facility emphasizes a sense of community while also offering supportive dining and activity staff, as noted in resident and family accounts.
Reviews of Lions Gate’s care and staff are mixed. Many residents and families report positive experiences, particularly noting the skilled nursing and rehabilitation teams' competence and compassionate care, especially in dementia care units. The community environment, responsiveness of some nurses, and engagement in activities are also frequently praised. However, negative feedback highlights issues such as delays in assistance, unsatisfactory communication, occasional inattentiveness from nursing aides, and concerns about medication management and therapy duration. Food quality is also a common area of criticism, with recent reports of some improvements. Management practices and supervisory conduct have, at times, negatively affected staff morale and consistency in care delivery. Overall, while many trust Lions Gate for its dedicated staff and rehabilitative successes, there are ongoing concerns regarding service consistency, food, and management communication.
Costs at this community start at $1,400 and range up to $10,646. The average price in the community is $6,023, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,400. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
