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Riverwalk Village at The House of The Good Shepherd

798 Willow Grove Street Hackettstown, Nj 07840

4.2(46 ratings)· Hackettstown average: 4.7

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Quick Facts

Total units
35
Licensed capacity
35 residents

New Jersey DOH

Short-term stays
Offers respite and post-acute rehabilitation stays
On-site therapy team
In-house wellness team provides physical therapy
Pet amenities
Has an enclosed on-site dog park
Admission flexibility
Accepts direct admissions from outside for higher care

What Families Think

An automated summary of family reviews and public information. Not verified by MyLivingChoice; confirm services, staffing and pricing with the community.

Reviewers frequently praise the sales and support staff, especially Gail Kinney, for guiding families through the move-in process, and many residents describe a caring, clean, and lively community with a strong wellness program. However, a cluster of reviews describes a 2022 closure of the skilled nursing and Medicaid-funded assisted living wings that displaced long-term residents on short notice, alongside isolated but serious complaints about therapy quality and emergency responsiveness.

What reviewers praise

  • Sales counselor Gail Kinney widely praised for support
  • Individualized physical therapy and wellness classes highlighted
  • Scenic riverside setting with peaceful surroundings
  • Variety of activities: yoga, art, music, fly fishing
  • Staff frequently described as caring, clean, friendly

What reviewers flag

  • Multiple reports of skilled nursing and Medicaid-assisted wings closing abruptly
  • One report of inadequate physical therapy after a hip fracture
  • One report of no staff response during a resident's fall
  • Several reviewers cite rent increases and eroded trust in management

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Riverwalk Village at The House of The Good Shepherd is a senior living community in Hackettstown, New Jersey offering Assisted Living and Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 46 reviews.

About Riverwalk Village at The House of The Good Shepherd

Riverwalk Village at House of the Good Shepherd is a Life Plan Community in Hackettstown, New Jersey, offering independent living with access to higher levels of care including Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, Post-Acute Rehabilitation, and Respite Care.

The community features modern apartment floor plans and emphasizes maintenance-free living designed for active adults. Residents enjoy a maintenance-free setting that provides everything needed for an active and healthy lifestyle.

The community cultivates a culture focused on hospitality and service, with exquisite dining and a small-town feel. Programming is centered on enriching residents' lives through vibrant living and high-quality senior care that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit.

Riverwalk Village offers a scenic setting where residents can pursue activities and interests they love. The community welcomes direct admissions from outside for higher levels of care depending on availability.

Types of Care at Riverwalk Village at The House of The Good Shepherd

Assisted LivingIndependent Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Multiple Floor Plans
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Outdoor Patio

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Riverwalk Village at The House of The Good Shepherd

4.2overall · 46 ratings combined

4.2★ on Google (46)

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kacey sharrett

Aug 2026

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Riverwalk Village is a special senior living community in Hackettstown, NJ. The setting along the Musconetcong River is beautiful and peaceful, but what really stands out is the sense of community. It feels like a place where people genuinely know one another, stay active, and enjoy life together. With opportunities for social connection, wellness, activities, and outdoor experiences, Riverwalk offers so much more than a place to live; it offers a true sense of belonging and vibrant retirement living in a beautiful Northwest New Jersey setting. And, if you get a chance to interact with Gail-you'll see why Riverwalk is so special. She is amazing!

a c

Aug 2026

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Gail Kinney has been extremely supportive and accommodating in helping me move my mom back to NJ from out of state. She is very friendly and has been responsive to all forms of communication, whether it is email, SMS, voice, or in person, and she made sure my mom's needs were a priority during the transition to her new home. The place has a good atmosphere, located in a nice area in Warren County along the Musconetcong River with well-kept grounds, and all the staff and residents have been very friendly. It has been a very positive experience.

Jeffrey Lisk

Jul 2026

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What a special place to enjoy the best years of your life! The location is a unique 15 acres along the Musconetcong River adjacent to Stephen's State Park. The team goes above and beyond every day to ensure all residents are empowered to live their best life and are engaged in an active, healthy lifestyle focused on wellness of mind, body, and spirit.

Doug Bush

May 2026

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Riverwalk Village recently held a remembrance event to honor the residents no longer with us. It was a wonderful reminder of how well my parents were treated in their final years, both in the independent and assisted living sections, and how much they and my family appreciated the care and community they enjoyed.

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What types of care does Riverwalk Village at The House of The Good Shepherd offer?

Riverwalk Village at The House of The Good Shepherd offers Assisted Living and Independent Living.

Where is Riverwalk Village at The House of The Good Shepherd located?

Riverwalk Village at The House of The Good Shepherd is located at 798 Willow Grove Street Hackettstown, Nj 07840 in Hackettstown, New Jersey.

What do families say about Riverwalk Village at The House of The Good Shepherd?

Riverwalk Village at The House of The Good Shepherd carries a 4.2 out of 5 rating from 46 Google reviews. Reviewers frequently praise the sales and support staff, especially Gail Kinney, for guiding families through the move-in process, and many residents describe a caring, clean, and lively community with a strong wellness program. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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