Theresa Hession
Apr 2026
I cannot say enough about this lovely facility and the staff that made it "home". My husband Lincoln started declining in 2020 and I took care of him for 2 years until we both realized we needed help. By this time he was starting to have a hard time walking and his Alzheimer's disease (and later diagnosed Parkinson's) was progressing. We were lucky enough to be directed to New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home at Menlo Park, after his stay at St. Alban's for about 3 months (which I was not impressed with). We applied to the nursing home (even though the social worker at St. Alban's said he would not get in) and he was accepted in June 2022, where Ed, who retired shortly after, answered all of our questions and was extremely patient. What a wonderful place to be! From day one we were treated like family. From the front desk to Lincoln’s room in the Liberty unit; we were treated with kindness, friendliness, and love. Every shift was wonderful! Between my daughters and I, one of us were there 7 days a week. My husband’s brother Nicky lived up the street from the nursing home and he helped when we couldn’t get to see him. He gladly went to see his little brother and was also very welcomed by the staff! The Liberty Unit was our home for four years. We want to thank his wonderful aides, especially Mickey and Kerline for taking such wonderful care of him and being transparent with us. Thank you Rose, Eric, Herga, Angeline, and so many more!! We also want to thank Dr. Kaylen who took such wonderful care of Lincoln and was patient as we navigated this new normal. Our wonderful nurses Marjorie, Katia, Elsie, Nadia, and Jermaine made us feel comfortable. The recreation staff Karen (now retired), Christine, Adrienne, and so many more, provided so much fun and many events/entertainment for the residents and always included everyone. The kitchen staff, Greg, Lizette, Tatiana, as well as many others treated everyone with respect and kindness. Our patient advocate John Walker does a fantastic job as well-he is always so wonderful and kind to us. Whether it was Sar/ the cashier's office/ the cafe workers/ Gail at the front window/ Speech (Jess was amazing)/ PT (Lincoln worked so hard with my husband)/security (who helped me when I had car issues too!), everyone really was like family and so helpful. I am so sorry if I left anyone out. When we made the difficult choice to start hospice, Karen at Serenity was wonderful. When Lincoln was at the end of his life, everyone checked on my family and I as they were so caring and compassionate. You will all always have a special place in my heart. I will visit again. My heart is broken for Lincoln’s passing, but I will anyways have my wonderful memories of Lincoln and the Veterans Home. My family and I thank you all for helping us through this journey!








