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The Shores, a UMC Community

The Shores is dedicated to compassionately serving older adults, so all are free to choose abundant life. Learn more at DiscoverTheShores.org

Since 1907, UMC has been a trusted, nonprofit organization dedicated to serving older adults with compassion, dignity, and respect. At The Shores, friendly faces and ocean breezes create a warm, inviting atmosphere where you can enjoy comfort, care, and connection just steps from the beach. We provide a full continuum of care and a welcoming community designed to support every chapter of your journey:

✔ Independent Lifestyles
✔ Assisted Living & Memory Care
✔ Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

Rooted in our mission, “Compassionately serving in community so that all are free to choose abundant life," every day at The Shores feels like a breath of fresh ocean air. Here, residents of all faiths and backgrounds thrive physically, emotionally, and spiritually, supported by a dedicated team committed to excellence.

01/08/2026

Congratulations to our Volunteer Coordinator and External Marketing Lead, Michele Musto, for being selected to receive LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware’s 2026 Excellence in Community Service Award! 🎉

Michele has built programs and partnerships that provide critical support for caregivers and create meaningful opportunities for our residents to engage with their community.

Her work has become a cornerstone of The Shores’ identity, enriching the lives of residents, families, volunteers, and community partners throughout Cape May County.

Read more about Michele’s extraordinary gift for bringing people together: https://umcommunities.org/resources/blog/michele-musto-honored-with-excellence-in-community-service-award/

01/01/2026

Wishing you a joyous and healthy 2026. 🎉

12/31/2025

All of us at The Shores would like to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible volunteers who helped make our spirits extra bright this holiday season. We are so grateful for all that they do for our residents and for all the extra Christmas joy they spread throughout our community each year! ☺️

12/25/2025

From all of us here at The Shores, we wish you a very Merry Christmas.

12/24/2025

Our community's festive spirit was on full display earlier this week, as we all rocked around the Christmas tree at The Shores' annual Christmas Party! 🥳

Our day was merry and bright with holiday cheer, as we all enjoyed delicious food, wonderful music, and other fun reindeer games! We sincerely thank everyone who came by to make it such a magical celebration! ❤️

12/22/2025

As we approach Christmas, we’re grateful for everyone who has already supported the UMC Foundation's Year End Appeal and helped create comfort, connection, and a true sense of home for seniors across our UMC communities.

There’s still time to make a difference this season. Remember:
🎁 Gifts made by December 31 count toward your 2025 taxes
🌟 Our Year End Appeal continues through January 31

We invite you to help bring peace of mind to more families with a meaningful year-end gift!

To read this year’s appeal letter and Give the Gift of Care, visit SupportUMCF.org/year-end

12/19/2025

It was a Winter Wonderland of fun at our annual Holiday Market at The Shores, as our community gathered to celebrate the season and spread some Christmas cheer! ☺️

On top of the wide selection of local vendors and partners participating in the market, our residents and guests from around the area were treated to some festive goodies and coffee from our Bistro, live music with the great Ralph Michaels performing "Sounds of Sinatra," and a cozy hot chocolate station set up outside Townhall.

Special thanks to our friends from Right at Home, who sponsored our fabulous photo booth, and of course, the big man himself for making an appearance!

It is always great to catch up with Mr. and Mrs. Claus! 🎅

12/15/2025

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at The Shores! 🎄☺️

Our FABULOUS Wellness Assistant, Christy, recently led the charge for our community's annual Tree Trimming Party, in what was a day full of holiday fun! Joined by our residents and our Community Life and Wellness teammates, we all took turns decorating the tree, while enjoying tasty hot chocolate, Christmas classics, and other festive treats.

We always enjoy how special it is to celebrate the holidays with our community. Safe to say, there was plenty of holiday cheer to go around! 😃

12/02/2025

UMCF's Year End Appeal begins today!

This season, we’re celebrating the comfort, connection, and compassion that make UMC communities truly feel like home. In our Year End Appeal letter, Deb shares how Bristol Glen, a UMC Community has supported her 97-year-old mother, Sue, through every stage of senior living with friendship, dignity, and peace of mind.

From now through January 31st, your generosity helps us continue creating abundant life for older adults across all UMC communities.

Join us today at SupportUMCF.org/year-end

11/27/2025

From all of us at The Shores, we wish you a very happy Thanksgiving. Today, we are especially thankful for our residents, teammates, volunteers, and all others who make our community so special.

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2201 Bay Avenue
Ocean City, NJ
08226

Website

http://theshores.umcommunities.org/

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