House of the Good Shepherd

The House of the Good Shepherd community shares 15 protected acres of unparalleled beauty and seclusion, woods, wildlife and gardens. Across the street from Hackettstown Medical Center and The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey. OUR COMMUNITY Life at the House of the Good Shepherd is focused on providing you with choices and opportunities to do what you love, learn what you wish, and embrace life your way. An ideal place to make new friendships, explore new interests and rekindle long-lost hobbies, the House of the Good Shepherd goes well beyond physical support. We are a socially-connected community with experiences to challenge the mind, lift the spirits, revitalize purpose, and nurture the heart. Take a stroll along the river, participate in a group fitness class, pamper yourself in our beauty salon, gather with friends in the Riverside Courtyard, or simply enjoy a savory dinner — the possibilities are endless. Just beyond our campus you will find numerous fine dining establishments, a performing arts center, historical sites, seasonal and cultural events, and shopping. Trade in the chores of home maintenance for the security of a well-deserved retirement. Enjoy all the comforts of home with the added benefits of a friendly, caring staff committed to meeting your needs. The House of the Good Shepherd (the House) is a non -profit, non-sectarian community sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of Newark. The House provides independent living, comprehensive personal care, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. Established over 125 years ago, the House moved to its present 14 acre site at 798 Willow Grove Street in Hackettstown, Warren County, New Jersey in 1965. The campus contains: 48 independent living units: 15 are cottages, duplexes, and garden apartments on the grounds (referred to as the Village) with the remaining 33 apartments in the main building • 37 comprehensive personal care beds (29 apartments ) 35 assisted living beds (32 apartments) 62 skilled care beds that are all dual-certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Residents have access to a unisex hair salon, concierge store, dining room, cafe and a courtyard overlooking the Musconetcong River, library, chapel, lounges, exercise room, computer room. Independent living residences are located in our main building, and in cottages and a low-rise apartment complex on our grounds. Our neighborhood provides a relaxed, comfortable setting, with easy access to the lush natural surroundings along the Musconetcong River and Stephens State Park. As an independent living resident, you will enjoy the convenience of available restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, laundry, transportation services and much more. With virtually no home maintenance, a variety of social and educational opportunities, and dynamic wellness activities, you can make the most of your retirement. We want to ensure you stay actively engaged in life.