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1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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57 reviews
9.9
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57 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
14%
3 star
4%
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0%
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What we like the most about Sunrise of Marlboro is that they are a very well run facility. Nice , helpful staff throughout. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on 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.
Popular Activities:FOX led physical therapy exercise classes held twice a week along with Sing Fit exercise essential programs, weekly Shabbat services every Friday afternoon led by visiting Rabbi, weekly Poker games, quarterly "Bingo Funny Money" store, baking/food prep programs, bi weekly lunch...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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70 reviews
9.8
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70 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
24%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
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9%
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The staff is so very friendly and helpful. They go above and beyond to make sure you'll have everything you need.! I can't recommend Sunrise of East Brunswick enough. I also can't recommend A Place for Mom...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.5
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82 reviews
9.5
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82 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
26%
3 star
11%
2 star
2%
1 star
7%
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I’ve lived here for about 8 years. You can’t expect to have any place make food like mom made it, but here, what they give you is very worthwhile. First time in my life I am eating good healthy food. When we...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Edison is located just minutes from the Garden State Parkway, the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 1, Route 287, and is within walking distance from the Metro Park train station. Residents may enjoy the many nearby attractions including the Menlo Park Mall, seasonal farmers markets,...
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1717 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
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64 reviews
9.4
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64 reviews
5 star
41%
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43%
3 star
8%
2 star
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They have beautifully decorated the facility for the holidays. There's a serious effort to keep it looking as non-institutional as possible. From the first time I entered Brookdale Monroe, I felt it was warm...
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 can meet new friends, rediscover old hobbies, and redefine your independence. With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it. Assisted living helps you with medications, dressing and bathing, as well as services like housekeeping and meals....
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99 Photos available
9.3
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13 reviews
9.3
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13 reviews
5 star
54%
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46%
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There is a monthly dementia education group that is led by the dementia educator as well as a monthly memory café group for the community
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.
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9.2
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42 reviews
9.2
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42 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
17%
3 star
7%
2 star
5%
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When trying to decide a spot for my grandfather to live, we were stuck on options. When Heritage of Clara Barton was suggested, we had a great tour and the staff were nothing but kind and went above and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heritage of Clara Barton offers independent and assisted living services in a breathtaking and unique setting. Our community is actually a renovated school building built in the early 1920s and is now composed of 84 assisted living apartments and 27 independent living apartments.Our community...
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9.1
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92 reviews
9.1
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92 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
23%
3 star
4%
2 star
3%
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Based on your several recommendations the decision was made to place my daughter ([name removed]) at Springhills Somerset Memory Care. It’s now been six weeks and we are extremely pleased with her progress,...
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.
At Spring Hills Somerset, we are committed to making healthy living the foundation of every aspect of life. From dining that truly satisfies, to fitness that invigorates and motivates, down to the smaller details, such as our use of safe, non-toxic cleaning products in each assisted living...
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1010 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.0
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15 reviews
9.0
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15 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
33%
3 star
7%
2 star
0%
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What we like the most about Mira Vie is that it is small in size, it is conveniently located and the staff are friendly. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we...
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 Chelsea at Manalapan offers the very best of town and country assisted living.Located in the beautiful town of Manalapan, Monmouth County, fine shopping and dining are literally at our front door, surrounded by beautiful views of peaceful countryside and farmland. Step outside and relax under...
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33 Photos available
8.4
Review score
18 reviews
8.4
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18 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
11%
3 star
17%
2 star
11%
1 star
6%
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My grandma received the most wonderful care at Millennium Memory Care. The staff was not only professional but genuinely compassionate, treating her like family. The small, home-like setting made her feel...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Millennium Memory Care is an assisted living community in Monroe, Middlesex County, New Jersey. The community specializes in care for those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. The spacious grounds offer ample opportunity for residents and their families to walk and enjoy nature. Each...
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.3
Review score
28 reviews
8.3
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28 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
21%
3 star
4%
2 star
7%
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18%
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Cleanliness - between a 3 - 4 - it seems that the areas on the main floor where they would be seen the most by visitors are very clean but there are areas on the other floors that the corners, moldings, and...
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 Monroe Township, NJ, The Chelsea at Forsgate offers a variety of senior living options, including assisted living and memory care. We aim for our residents to maintain an active and independent lifestyle within a caring and supportive environment. We offer a lifestyle program that...
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Photo of Mira Vie East Brunswick
1212 Photos available
8.2
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9 reviews
8.2
Review score
9 reviews
5 star
22%
4 star
67%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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It was clean and bright the residents seem to be happy, and the staff was very helpful. Also it was the only place I could find that had reasonable private rooms/ apartments for memory care patients. Did not...
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 Chelsea offers an attractive new lifestyle alternative for older adults who may be experiencing some difficulty managing on their own at home. The Chelsea offers a gracious environment with many beautiful common areas. It is conveniently located within a short distance of shops, restaurants,...
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11 Photo available
8.0
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3 reviews
8.0
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3 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
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2 star
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1 star
33%
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My dad was discharged from multiple facilities due to behaviors associated with his Alzheimer’s diagnosis. We finally found Millennium Memory Care who gave him a forever home!! Thank you for the continued...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Our Matawan, NJ Alzheimer's Community is located in a quite residential neighborhood near Matawan Ave Middle school. The home is close to major highways including Route 35 and the Garden State Parkway. Natural light pours into this 15 bedroom home through the large windows fitted in each room....
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1313 Photos available
8.0
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1 review
8.0
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1 review
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They have a lot of patience with the residents, they clean the units every day and make sure everyone is fed and paid attention to. The medical staff is prompt and caring, calling immediately with updates.
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.
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1818 Photos available
7.9
Review score
4 reviews
7.9
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4 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
0%
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0%
2 star
0%
1 star
25%
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The staff is amazing. They treat my father as if he was their father. They're calm and patient. They realize and catch things. It was very quick getting my father in there, which was appreciated. I would...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Alcoeur Gardens is one of the Top NJ Memory Care providers offering the most personal, effective and sensitive Alzheimer’s and dementia care in New Jersey, even for the most challenging patients. Our staff works with caregivers, family members, social workers, doctors and psychiatric hospitals so...
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1414 Photos available
7.0
Review score
19 reviews
7.0
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19 reviews
5 star
48%
4 star
21%
3 star
5%
2 star
5%
1 star
21%
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This was the first facility I toured and left knowing it was the right fit for my father. All my questions were answered fully and I could wander around as I wished. The ability for the residents to go...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at South River is dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in a secure, safe home setting. We believe, and research and experience support the notion that a small intimate home setting is the best environment to provide a supportive...
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2424 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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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.
Graceland Gardens is a new cutting-edge concept in Assisted Living providing a true homelike environment in the newly built 23 suite ranch style mansion. Graceland Gardens offers bright, inviting one and two resident suites. Each suite is spacious, allowing plenty of room for the "personal...
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1010 Photos available
5 star
62%
4 star
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3 star
13%
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25%
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What stood out about this place is it felt like home, my grandmother totally fell in love with this place. The place was clean completely from top to bottom, the staff was excellent always received updates...
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.
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1111 Photos available
5.5
Review score
21 reviews
5.5
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21 reviews
5 star
29%
4 star
24%
3 star
10%
2 star
5%
1 star
32%
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We think they have done very well with the meals and dining service. We appreciate their attention to detail, they make sure our loved one is well taken care of. They check on her constantly and really take...
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.
Atrium Senior Living is an assisted living community in the close-knit suburban area of Matawan, New Jersey. This quiet, charming area is comprised of two large lakes, acres of lush green grass and trees, and a variety of outdoor activities to keep our residents happy and healthy.The peaceful...
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7.5
Review score
7 reviews
7.5
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7 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
29%
3 star
14%
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0%
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Whispering Woods was amazing. I would recommend to anyone. The rooms are lovely and the staff very kind. The head nurse is wonderful and she too is very kind and thoughtful. The staff including...
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.
At Complete Care at Whispering Woods, an Edison, New Jersey Assisted Living Facility, we pride ourselves on the relationships we build with our residents and staff. Through frequent site visits and a hands-on approach from our top leadership, we create strong connections with both the residents...
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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.
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Very beautiful and well kept. My bubbe was very happy here. She made a lot of friends and loved her room. I would recommend this place to anyone. The staff are very friendly and everyone smiles. I only had...
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 Martin and Edith Stein Assisted Living Residence represents a new dimension in living for those who choose not to live alone, yet do not need nursing home care. In our innovative, assisted-living environment, the fullness of life continues. Residents are appreciated for their talents and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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5 star
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Rehabilitation Center at Hartwick @ Oak Tree is excellent, attentive, caring, professional, competent in every way.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Well known as a provider of high quality nursing and rehabilitation care, Hartwyck at Oak Tree is a unique facility that provides not only geriatric care, but also specialized care for residents who are ventilator-dependent or suffering from traumatic brain injury. Our staff is highly skilled in...

Cost of assisted living in South River, NJ

The average cost of senior living in South River is $7,440 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,809 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South River, NJ vs. nearby cities

South River, NJ
$7,440/mo
$7,521/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South River, NJ vs. the state and national average

South River, NJ
$7,440/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South River vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,440/mo
$7,480/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South River, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,967/mo
Private
$7,900/mo
Studio
$7,433/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,488/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,375/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in South River over time

South River, NJNJ stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South River, 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 South River.

What families are saying about assisted living in South River

Recent reviews for assisted living in South River

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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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.

Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton

5.0
My sister entered FTMC in [date removed] -just as COVID was taking over the world. It was a painful and agonizing decision, but Fox Trail was incredibly helpful and encouraging from the beginning. The transition went so well, it felt like a miracle. My sister made a phenomenal adjustment and ...
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South River review score based on 129 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 129 reviews of 26 South River assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South River 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

South River review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
South River, NJ26 facilities
8.6
Milltown, NJ26 facilities
8.4
Sayreville, NJ24 facilities

Review subcategories for South River 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 129 reviews of 26 South River assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South River 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.
South River, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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South River assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South River assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South River, 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 South River 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 South River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South River, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.5%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.8%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South River 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 South River Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South River, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.2%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.2%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South River 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 South River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South River, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.9%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in South River 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 South River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South River, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.8%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South River 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 South River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South River, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.7%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
65.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
34.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in South River

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in South River protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange, The Villas of Holmdel and The Belvedere are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South River, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 31 assisted living facilities near South River, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in South River, New Jersey are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange, The Villas of Holmdel and Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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