I moved here in 2019 just after my husband's last illness and just before the pandemic. So I couldn't have been more in need of direction as a widow alone. I never regretted my decision, after complete and careful evaluation of my present and future needs. SBV is an active senior community, with loads of on-site amenities and a culture of inclusion and support. Also, having a home for life relieves so much stress. I hope this helps to defuse some of the negative comments, and hope that more people add to the positive reactions they or loved ones have had here at SBV. read more

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My mother has been a resident of Harbor Lights for six years. Every year we have had a ceiling leakage issue, three of those years an AC issue, during an elevator renovation she had mice !!!!! The most discouraging point about Harbor Lights is the lack of parking for friends and loved ones . It is near impossible to find extra parking this past year ! This is not fair to the residents to have their friends and family discouraged from visiting . We recently were told she had to have her paid reserved parking removed ! There is no where to park to bring up her groceries and help her to her room. BUYER BEWARE ! read more

My parents have lived at Seabrook (an Erickson Community) almost 20 years. My father served on the Erickson Regional Board as a Seabrook resident for a number of years. This past week, my 101-year-old father was dying. The full-time aide called me to let me know. My mother called security. Security moved him from the bed to the floor and started CPR. The aide called me back and Security said that they were doing CPR. I said "NO!" My father has a Do Not Resuscitate Order, posted exactly where the Seabrook process says to post it. Many hours had been spent to make sure that the forms were completed, signed by the doctor and put into the correct place. Security had failed to even look for the form, violating their own process. When I arrived, two local police officers were there. The police were waiting for the go-ahead to release the body and the scene. The bedroom door was shut. My mother had been told that we should not go into the room before the transport that we had arranged came for his body. This indicated that they did not think anyone should go to say their last goodbyes. The transport took several hours to arrive, and my 98-year-old mother needed something from her bedroom. I went in and quickly understood the compassionate warning. To perform CPR, Security had moved my father from his bed to the floor. CPR is violent, especially on such an elderly person. He was left, just like that. It was shocking to me, his only son. I have been a firefighter. At my first fire, I saw a lump with a blanket over it. I asked what it was. The response? The family dog, covered out of respect for the feelings of the family. My father was not even covered by the bedsheet right next to him. I am reeling with the callousness. The lack of professionalism. The total disregard of the process Seabrook (an Erickson Community) has created themselves. The only consolation is that my father was no doubt already gone when they started CPR on his small and frail body; if not, CPR would surely have killed him. This experience - which should have been peaceful - has traumatized myself, my 98-year-old mother, my two sisters and the rest of the family. This should not have happened, not to my father and not to anyone. But I challenge you to search for my father, Allan Ostar, online. He was a very distinguished individual. A veteran of WWII, a member of the 42nd Rainbow Division, a liberator of Dachau Concentration Camp. His valor was recognized then with the Bronze Star and later, he was inducted into the French Legion of Honor. He went on to a multi-decade career promoting public higher education as the founding president of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities. He provided visionary and practical guidance. One example is the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges, which operated from 1972 until 1997. AASCU worked with colleges across the country to build a program that allowed our servicemen and women to earn college credits at any of the participating colleges and graduate from the one where they take the last course. You might possibly know of one or more veterans who have benefitted. He was given an award from the Secretary of Defense for this achievement. Erickson and Seabrook should be deeply ashamed. There is no excuse for this. Simply none. read more

Seabrook suggested a mover/packer to move our relative. The mover was coincidentally a realtor. Our relative is being seen by a memory doctor and forgets things; she is financially illiterate. The mover/realtor convinced our relative to sign a real estate contract to sell her property without notifying our family; Seabrook has our Durable Power of Attorney and did not let us know about this entire transaction. Our relative claimed to us she had NOT signed a contract to sell her home with this mover/realtor. We had previously interviewed & selected a realtor, but our relative forgot this arrangement. Our relative is now STUCK with a realtor with ZERO vetting. BE CAREFUL accepting mover/realtors recommended by Seabrook. They become the senior's "new best friend" and get them to sign a real estate contract. read more

Seabrook is a retirement community managed by Erickson Senior Living. Unfortunately, Erickson is a for-profit company in the land development and management business, not the hospitality and customer service business. They are the "landlord." Erickson touts "worry-free living," but it is living as defined by Erickson -- micro-managed and inflexible despite the many Resident Committees that meet and chat, but accomplish very little that does not conform to Erickson's business plan. Residents are required to accept 20 or 30 meal per month plans, but the food is inconsistent in preparation and dining service. On the plus side, there are employees and a few managers who look to serve the residents, the apartments are very nice and there are wonderful residents to befriend. read more

Communication is the worst. Very Deceptive sales and business practices. Manager who needs to get paperwork to me ducking me for a week. No one answers thier phone or gets back to you. Ever! if you require anything from Ryan Trent. You will die waiting for it. Look elsewhere. They wait till you are at closing and drop all these loopholes on you. Disgusting to treat people like this at thier weakest . Waiting over a month and a half for my needed paperwork. read more

This is a horrible place. My mother was there for over 9 years.. got terrible care broke her back/ wrist 3 times and security was in her apartment and stole from her... We told management about it ... they didnt believe us and said my mother gave him access which of course was a lie. We showed them camera footage of him steeling and it took 2 weeks form him to be fired. My mom 2 years ago and we are still waiting for them to sell her unit... they are horrible people and I wouldnt send a dog there. read more

Several times in a short period of time ..There was just one lady from the customer service desk with attitude in the Seabrook Village Center. Her voice and body language showed our reasonable request to be anointed to her first when you tried to ask her a question or a request. She showed she was busy at first for all three items as if she didn't want to talk to you even thought there was no one there for all three items Then she often cut off your sentences before you finish speaking. Then she started to complain about the reasonable request was disrespect to her and accusing us being loud after the customer dissatisfied with her answer. Her answer was mean and short. She took it personally for the situation. Immediately she showed bad attitude toward the customers when the customer dissatisfied with her answer. She showed her anger toward the customer immediately . When the customer repeated the request with asserted voice, she got angry with the customers with attitude and stated accusing the customers. Then she asked for the other coworker to see the angry customer so the coworkers could be on her side. She showed no courtesy toward customers and no empathy for the family as I had not seen in the last 12 years in this facility. Unlike other courtesy desk workers. Her nasty attitude discouraged you from asking for service. When I showed appreciation to the supervisor on duty to solve the problem, she demanded that I should thank her too and started accusing how wrong I was and was respectful to her. She was demanding an apology from the customer. It's unseen in the customer service world ! She requested that the customer apologizing to her and tried to approve her supervisor was on her side. It's sad to see the situations. Over the 12 years I've coming to the facility. There were countless wonderful workers, empathetic and hardworking people who tried to help the elderly population and their families under stress. The supervisor finally solved the problem by empathizing the patient's need. read more

My grandmother can't speak enough about how incredible her experiences are here. A few times when visiting, I made it a point to talk to the various staff members. I was highly impressed with a woman named Paula Digerness (I believe her name was something like that). The way I saw her interact with the staff and residence. I talked to a woman named Joan, who was also very friendly and professional. The best decision my grandmother ever made, and I'd like to thank them for everything. read more

SeaCrook will not only keep your 10% deposit but will additionally charge the former/deceased resident for an additional THREE MONTHS of service fees after their death/departure from the apartment home. read more

I have to admit that finding a place for aging parents can certainly be an incredibly stressful, arduous and emotional event. I recently ran through this gauntlet and the result I came up with was more than well worth the process. After touring many potential "homes" which are actually called Continuing Care Retirement Communities, my parents really liked a place called Seabrook in Tinton Falls. So did I... Seabrook has been around for about 15 years and is managed by Erickson Living which has an excellent track-record of devloping warm, elegant and affordable retirement communities for decades. Seabrook felt like home from the minute mom and dad entered through the security gatehouse when they were greeted with a big smile by the security officer (24-hour security with trained EMT officers is another great plus!) While on tour of this beautiful campus we couldn't help but notice the colorful and dramatic colors of the trees and flowers that pleasantly pop out throughout the gorgeous landscape. In addition to being well-maintained, the streets and walkways are clean as a whistle. Seabrook offers luxurious apartment homes which allow plenty of natural light in and they way the residences are setup is a real exercise in careful planning. Mom and Dad can walk from their home to the main clubhouse building which is situated smack in the middle of the many residences. There are actually two main clubhouses which contain some excellent conveniences such as restaurants, convenient store, pharmacy, hair salon, pool and fitness center and even a bank branch! My parents are always telling me about the new friends they meet and tons upon tons of fun, unique and educational opportunities offered by staff. In fact, they even attend a "Current Events" class every couple of weeks which is always packed and offered by an intelligent, humorous and personable host. My dad still drives but doesn't have to because Seabrook also offers many transportation options with the shuttle buses that go to the nearby mall, grocery stores, hospital and local doctors offices... in fact, my parents are going to be parting ways with their long-time doctor in Ocean Township to see the great doctors AT Seabrook in the actual community! I joked with them saying "I'd love to have a full medical office in my attic!" So with all the great amenities they have, delicious food and tremendous activities nothing quite compares to the attitudes, compassion and professionalism displayed by the staff at Seabrook. I actually saw a senior executive picking up a small piece of lint on the floor preserving the immaculate condition of the complex. There is a tremendous sense of pride that the Seabrook employees have and genuine interest they have in the residents, including my mom and dad. There is only one downside about their room according to my mom and that is that both her and my father wish they moved into Seabrook five years ago! I cannot recommend this community enough! Way to go, Seabrook. -Trev read more

Spent some time (months) looking at various places for Mom and Dad for when they felt ready to move out of Shadow Lake (which they've enjoyed.) The BEST place for them is Seabrook Village in Tinton Falls NJ. Their doctors are nearby. They can keep their current housekeeper. SV has a realty and moving service to help with the move. The campus is FANTASTIC, and the 2 bedroom/2 bathroom apartment available was perfect for them. It's on the same floor as 2 restaurants. The security folks are EMT/first responders. One meal a day is included (choices looked wonderful.) It's bright and clean and has so many activities. Mass is offered Sat and Sun. Mom will have a lot of choices of clubs and library books to read. I'm so excited for Mom and Dad. They won't have to worry about going out in snow again. There is a pharmacy, medical center, 2 convenience stores and 2 hairdressing salons available by enclosed walkways. Everyone I saw there was happy. Mom and Dad are looking forward to living there. read more