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Assisted Living in New Jersey

Overview of Assisted Living in New Jersey

Despite being known as the “Crossroads of the East,” New Jersey has a lot to offer seniors looking for a place to settle down. In New Jersey, senior living facilities are often referred to as assisted living communities. These communities offer personal care support to seniors who require limited assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) but desire to be as independent as possible. There are over 350+ APFM partner assisted living facilities in NJ. When it comes to assisted living, NJ has tons of great options so let A Place for Mom NJ help you or your loved one find the best fit.

The median monthly cost of assisted living in New Jersey is about $6,000 and the mean monthly cost of care is $6,100

Compare costs of New Jersey vs. the national average

Average monthly costs

New Jersey

$6,809/mo

US National average

$4,380/mo

Compare costs of assisted living vs. nearby states

Average monthly costs

New Jersey

$6,809/mo

Delaware

$5,314/mo

Connecticut

$9,160/mo

New York

$5,253/mo

Pennsylvania

$4,067/mo

Compare costs of assisted living in New Jersey vs. nearby cities

Average monthly costs

New Jersey

$6,809/mo

Brick, NJ

$7,053/mo

Compare costs of assisted living vs. other senior care types in New Jersey

Average monthly costs

Top-rated Assisted Living facilities in New Jersey QA

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Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living

560 Iron Bridge Road, Freehold, NJ 07728

Reviewer Ranking

4.5/ 5.0

(33)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Phil - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

From the first time we walked in, we knew we from the place for my Dad. After I made the decision to move my dad in it was A great experience. Not only for us but Also when we visited. The Personal was the...

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Brookdale Westampton

480 West Woodlane Road, Westampton, NJ 08060

Reviewer Ranking

4.4/ 5.0

(37)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Mike T - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

From my initial visit when seeking a new home for Mom I felt a warm community spirit at Brookdale Westampton. The “downtown” facade was a welcoming vision of warmth. The entire staff was very friendly and...

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Sunrise of Madison

215 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940

Reviewer Ranking

4.7/ 5.0

(32)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My Dad has been happy there and we feel it is very homey. The staff all know him and address him by name. The support staff are excellent- very caring. We like that S/R Madison is a smaller facility. Yes,...

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Top-rated Assisted Living facilities in Jersey City

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Alaris Health at The Atrium

330 Ninth Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Reviewer Ranking

4.5/ 5.0

(12)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The facility management is very flexible about money as well as about special situations. For example, we had to move my aunt into the memory care unit, but management came up with the idea of allowing her...

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Plattduetsche Home Society

1150 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square, NY 11010

Reviewer Ranking

4.9/ 5.0

(22)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I have fund that the staff within the facility stays in touch with me re: my dad constantly. They are very friendly and professional. The place is kept very clean and tidy. The move-in process was smooth and...

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Sunrise of Madison

215 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940

Reviewer Ranking

4.7/ 5.0

(32)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My Dad has been happy there and we feel it is very homey. The staff all know him and address him by name. The support staff are excellent- very caring. We like that S/R Madison is a smaller facility. Yes,...

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Top-rated Assisted Living facilities in Paramus

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Juniper Village at Paramus

186 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07652

Reviewer Ranking

4.2/ 5.0

(82)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Ruth Ann - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Everyone is very friendly and there are a lot of activities which my sister loves. The only bad thing is is they are short of help sometimes. I have recommended Juniper to many people.

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CareOne at the Cupola

W 100 Ridgewood Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652

Reviewer Ranking

4.3/ 5.0

(39)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Thomas - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I feel that CareOne at the Cupola is one of the better facilities that we looked at. We are not even thinking about making a change. The staff is good, as is the care. The food is sort of bland and that...

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Sunrise of Paramus

567 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07652

Reviewer Ranking

4.3/ 5.0

(43)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Frank - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I wouldn't change anything about the facility, other than the cost being so expensive. The food is good, people are good, communication is on point. I would recommend this facility to everyone.

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Top-rated Assisted Living facilities in Toms River

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The Chelsea at Toms River

1657 Silverton Road, Toms River, NJ 08753

Reviewer Ranking

4.5/ 5.0

(12)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Carrie - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

It is no longer called The Chelsea a new management company took over it is now called Mira Vie. Hopefully the food is going to get better they have a new chef. The activities are amazing they do a lot for...

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Spring Oak of Toms River

2145 Whitesville Rd, Toms River, NJ 08755

Reviewer Ranking

3.7/ 5.0

(61)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

So far, 5 for all categories, although I've never placed a parent in assisted living before, so I don't have anything to compare against. Staff is friendly when I've visited. They communicate well by phone...

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Magnolia Gardens

1935 Lakewood Rd, Toms River, NJ 08755

Reviewer Ranking

3.9/ 5.0

(20)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff was fine and very nice at Magnolia Gardens. Communication with the family was good via phone and email. Mom was in hospice for the last 2 years and Medicaid since June and they did keep her in a...

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Top cities in New Jersey for assisted living

8.4
South Jersey, NJ
5 facilities
8.4
Paramus, NJ
64 facilities
8.4
8.3
Jersey City, NJ
36 facilities
7.9
Toms River, NJ
22 facilities
6.8

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