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Photo of Sunrise of Bridgewater
2020 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.6
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32 reviews
9.6
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32 reviews
5 star
66%
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This was a rather stressful experience of living our elderly father into Sunrise (for him and us) Unfortunately, he only lasted about six weeks and passed. He was never happy there but that is most likely...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise of Bridgewater opened its doors in March of 2019. We have a highly tenured team, with several department managers being with Sunrise for 20+
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55 Photos available
8.9
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11 reviews
8.9
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11 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
9%
3 star
9%
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0%
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The combination of the warmth, approachability, and responsiveness of the staff and the beauty , warmth and most importantly functionality (livability) of the physical environment - really makes Independence...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
*We are proud to have earned New Jersey state's "Advanced Standing" designation for quality!*Independence Manor is dedicated to providing the personal services and health care to individuals who may need help with some of their aspects of daily living. Our programs, policies and procedures were...
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22 Floor plans available
7.5
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53 reviews
7.5
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53 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
36%
3 star
11%
2 star
2%
1 star
4%
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Facility is very nice and the staff is great. They're very caring and took good care of the residents. The food was good, too.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Here you get to define your day every day.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. You’ll have help with medications, dressing and...
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My grandma was there and I was very pleased. My grandma was pleased as well. The staff/owners go above and beyond for the residents....
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Hunterdon HillsThe Hunterdon Hills assisted living community is located in the quaint community of Glen Gardner, NJ. When looking for a community that is encompassed by natural beauty, then Glen Gardner is what you need. There are a number of golf courses and nature trails in the Glen Gardner...
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31 reviews
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Hello this is [name removed] and I love the Chelsea. They are very good and they have wonderful people working here everybody’s good and [removed] I guess. My favorite part is the activity room with all the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located in Bridgewater, New Jersey, The Chelsea at Bridgewater is conveniently located in a peaceful, serene wooded area in Somerset County. Residents enjoy personalized assisted living services in private and semiprivate suites in a variety of attractive styles. Residents are welcome to...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Traditions is a licensed 20 bed residential health care facility nestled in beautiful Hunterdon County. Surrounded by picturesque farmlands and yet minutes to major retail centers, you can either commune with nature or enjoy urban living. Experience the best of both worlds.
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When I had to move my parents from Philadelphia 5 years ago to the Hillsborough area, my wife and I spoke with friends and toured several of the assisted living facilities in the area. They ended up at the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Avalon at Hillsborough is Bridgeway Senior Healthcare's newest Assisted Living Residence, having opened in October 2006. We are affiliated with Bridgeway Care Center are a part of the Bridgeway Senior Healthcare continuum of services.    From the moment you walk through our...
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Cost of assisted living in Allerton, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Allerton is $6,323 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Stewartsville, NJ with an average of $4,648 per month.

Assisted living costs in Allerton, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Allerton, NJ
$6,323/mo

Assisted living costs in Allerton, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Allerton, NJ
$6,323/mo
U.S. national average
$4,564/mo

Assisted living costs in Allerton, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,323/mo
$6,473/mo

Assisted living costs in Allerton, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,643/mo
Studio
$6,968/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,213/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,333/mo

Senior living costs in Allerton vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Allerton, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAllerton, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$6,323/mo$7,126/mo$4,564/mo
Memory Care$6,473/mo$7,192/mo$4,801/mo
Independent Living$5,535/mo$6,142/mo$4,022/mo
Assisted Living
Allerton, NJ:$6,323/mo
New Jersey:$7,126/mo
U.S.:$4,564/mo
Memory Care
Allerton, NJ:$6,473/mo
New Jersey:$7,192/mo
U.S.:$4,801/mo
Independent Living
Allerton, NJ:$5,535/mo
New Jersey:$6,142/mo
U.S.:$4,022/mo
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Assisted living costs in Allerton, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Allerton and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Allerton, NJ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Allerton have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Allerton, NJ$8,748/mo$8,659/mo+1.0%
New Jersey$7,307/mo$6,913/mo+5.7%
National$5,377/mo$5,130/mo+4.8%
Allerton, NJ
2024 average cost:$8,748/mo
2023 average cost:$8,659/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$7,307/mo
2023 average cost:$6,913/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,377/mo
2023 average cost:$5,130/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Allerton, NJ

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Allerton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Allerton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Allerton

The Terraces at Lawrence in Lawrenceville, NJ

5.0
I love the services that I get. Everyone is very kind. I've had nothing but great service I would absolutely recommend for people to come here.

Alexandria Manor Senior Living Centers in Nazareth, PA

4.8
This community is wonderful, the staff members are great. They do offer activities, for example during the holidays they have carolers come by, and in the summer they bring in live entertainment. This community is located in a very nice are and is close to the hospital. From our understanding ...
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Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Chester

5.0
My family and I are very pleased. The employees are very friendly and do an outstanding job. The facility is very clean and well kept. The cleanliness, friendliness, and care services are excellent. I would recommend this place to everyone. We are just really pleased with everything.

Allerton review score based on 30 family reviews

7.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 30 reviews of 7 Allerton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Allerton review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Allerton review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Allerton, NJ7 facilities
7.9
High Bridge, NJ13 facilities

Review subcategories for Allerton assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 30 reviews of 7 Allerton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Allerton resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Allerton, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.9
Friendliness
3.7
4.0
Care services
3.1
3.6
Staff
3.5
3.8
Meals & dining
3.2
3.5
Activities
3.1
3.5
Value for cost*
3.1
3.5
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Allerton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Allerton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Allerton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Allerton assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Allerton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Allerton, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Allerton assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Allerton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Allerton, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
85.7%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Allerton assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Allerton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Allerton, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
42.9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Allerton assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Allerton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Allerton, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Allerton assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Allerton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Allerton, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Allerton

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Allerton protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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