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10 Best Nursing Homes in Middlesex County, NJ

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Middlesex County, NJ

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Photo of Brookdale Monroe
1717 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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69 reviews
9.6
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69 reviews
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I would give them a 5 across the board. I have been very pleased. It's very well maintained. There is never any odor anywhere. Most of the staff has been there for a very long time, which means a lot. ...
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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Photo of The Heritage of Clara Barton
2525 Photos available
9.5
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49 reviews
9.5
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49 reviews
5 star
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It is filled with caring, friendly professionals, it encourages resident participation in activities and it is spotless. . I would definitely recommend. The building is nestled in an adorable town which...
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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Photo of CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living
99 Photos available
9.5
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15 reviews
9.5
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15 reviews
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My mom just passed away. I have nothing but good things to say about CareOne. They are great. Cared for my mom like family. My dad is still there and no complaints.
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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Photo of Mira Vie East Brunswick
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9.5
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14 reviews
9.5
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14 reviews
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[name removed]the Executive Director, and his team are absolutely the best! I would definitely recommend Mira Vie East Brunswick!
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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9.5
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86 reviews
9.5
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Brighton Gardens of Edison was great matter fact I'm using them again in [date removed]. Really everything was great. Bill will be there in [date removed]. I guess the staff every time I had a question or a...
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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Photo of Sunrise of East Brunswick
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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73 reviews
9.3
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73 reviews
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5 for the care and staff 4 for the lack of outside activities and walking club that were described at our meetings before we chose the facility. All in all it have been a good experience and I would...
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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8.5
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8.5
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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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8.4
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8.4
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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Photo of Millennium Memory Care at Matawan
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8.0
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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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Photo of Sunrise of Marlboro
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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58 reviews
9.9
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58 reviews
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The staff and management where great. The restaurant was great as well. Nice setting overall and the rooms were very nice as well.
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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Photo of Regency Jewish Heritage Post-Acute Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
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9.4
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85 reviews
9.4
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85 reviews
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Regency provided my uncle with wonderful physical therapy after his surgery. The staff were attentive and friendly, and communication with family was easy. The care quality was excellent overall. Great...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
The most recent addition to the Regency family, Regency Heritage is centrally located in Somerset, New Jersey, on the beautiful 59-acre Oscar and Ella Wilf Campus for Senior Living. Regency Heritage is committed to bringing advanced levels of skilled nursing care, rehabilitation and quality of...
Photo of Mira Vie Manalapan
1010 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.1
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19 reviews
9.1
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19 reviews
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Mira Vie is okay. My ex-husband never was and obviously still is difficult. However, l feel they need more staff, not only for the patients' care, but also for maintenance of the facility. But, I have...
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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Photo of Spring Hills Somerset
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9.0
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9.0
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94 reviews
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The Management are excellent providing answers to any questions you may have. The receptionist are great greeting everyone and the place to go for questions and they will refer you to the right person to...
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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Photo of The Bristal at Somerset
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8.5
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8.5
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I would recommend Bristal. Good staff to resident ratio most days. Security is excellent, with cameras, ankle bracelets and locking suite doors.
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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Photo of Mira Vie Forsgate
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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30 reviews
8.0
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30 reviews
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Mira Vie was so good to us! I am thankful. They were very gracious with my dad, but unfortunately, my dad had a level of dementia not fit for Mira Vie! I send my love to all the staff. They were very patien
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 Alcoeur Gardens at Aberdeen
1818 Photos available
7.9
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5 reviews
7.9
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5 reviews
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Very happy with our choice.. We like the small atmosphere. Highly recommend. I would add that its not a medical facility, it feels like a nice home
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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Photo of Brandywine Senior Living at Princeton
11 Photo available
3.0
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24 reviews
3.0
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24 reviews
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My mother has been here for over a ½ year and loves it! I could go on-and-on about how wonderful this place is. The Activities Dept. is spectacular! And when you live in a place like this, you need an...
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.
Assisted Living offers furnished or unfurnished studio, one and two bedroom apartments with full kitchenettes and private bathrooms. One monthly fee includes three meals daily, snacks available all day, utilities, telephone, cable TV, housekeeping, linen service, emergency response pendant,...
Photo of Venetian Care and Rehabilitation Center
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I have been to many places like this and this place just has it all. They care about each of the patients from what I see, and I am here every day with my husband. They give the patient hope. I would give it...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Venetian Care & Rehabilitation Center offers a unique and person-centered approach to care in a quaint, home-like setting. Our distinct design features small neighborhoods with more hands-on staff to meet your individual needs than any standard nursing home. Whether you are recovering...
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They have state of the art facility for therapy. The nurses are good. My loved one raved about the cleanliness! He said the entire thing was incredible, but he complained about the food.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Somerset Woods is a premier provider of cutting-edge therapeutic and skilled nursing care in New Jersey. Our full suite of physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies utilize the very best in advanced equipment and modern technologies. We strive to combine a welcoming and homey...
Photo of Spring Hills Matawan
1111 Photos available
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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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7.4
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The food and activities could be better. But the staff couldn't be nicer and they treated [name removed] wonderfully. And the care he received was good. My family and I really had good feelings about 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.
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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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...
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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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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 nursing homes in Middlesex County, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Middlesex County is $7,752 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Rocky Hill, NJ with an average of $6,962 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Middlesex County, NJ, vs. nearby counties

Middlesex County, NJ
$7,752/mo
$7,699/mo

Nursing homes costs in Middlesex County, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Middlesex County, NJ
$7,752/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Middlesex County, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,635/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,752/mo

Nursing homes costs in Middlesex County, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,762/mo
Studio
$7,342/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,385/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,394/mo

Senior living costs in Middlesex County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Middlesex County, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMiddlesex County, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Nursing Homes$7,752/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$7,589/mo$7,102/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$7,635/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$6,625/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Middlesex County, NJ:$7,752/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Middlesex County, NJ:$7,589/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Middlesex County, NJ:$7,635/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Middlesex County, NJ:$6,625/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Middlesex County, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Middlesex County 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Middlesex County, NJ

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Middlesex County 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
Middlesex County, NJ$7,621/mo$7,366/mo+3.5%
New Jersey$7,682/mo$7,210/mo+6.6%
National$5,670/mo$5,388/mo+5.2%
Middlesex County, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,621/mo
2023 average cost:$7,366/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$7,682/mo
2023 average cost:$7,210/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,670/mo
2023 average cost:$5,388/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Middlesex County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Middlesex County

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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CareOne at Jackson

5.0
We were very impressed with the level of care my loved one received here. They were very professional and exceeded my expectations.

Sunrise of Lincroft

5.0
My mother has flourished at Sunrise of Lincroft. Her health and personal needs are provided for by a caring and kind staff and she can participate in a variety of activities that interest her and the other residents. The facility has a cozy home-like atmosphere. My mother is seen regularly by ...
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Middlesex County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Middlesex County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Middlesex County, 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 Middlesex County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Middlesex County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Middlesex County, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.3%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
76.7%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.7%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.7%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
73.3%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.7%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Middlesex County nursing homes

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 Middlesex County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Middlesex County, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.3%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.7%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Middlesex County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Middlesex County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Middlesex County, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.3%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.7%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
43.3%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.3%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Middlesex County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Middlesex County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Middlesex County, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Middlesex County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Middlesex County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Middlesex County, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.3%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.7%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.7%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.3%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.3%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.3%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Monroe, The Heritage of Clara Barton and CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Middlesex County, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 47 nursing homes facilities near Middlesex County, New Jersey. See the full list.

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