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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
| Job Haines Home | AL HC NH RC SNF | Bloomfield (Bloomfield Avenue) | 40
Facility
40
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#529 / 560 | No |
85
Facility
85
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#62 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / Private and Semi-Private Nursing Rooms | Job Haines Home For Aged People | Mr. David Repoli | 97.5% | - | 8 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#80 / 422 | 12
Facility
12
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#242 / 413 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#210 / 413 |
| Fellowship Village | AL HC HOS IL MC NH SNF | Basking Ridge | 67
Facility
67
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#470 / 560 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#476 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Skilled Nursing At Fellowship Village | Mr. Jack Ellias | 86.6% | - | 11 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#80 / 422 | 18
Facility
18
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#265 / 413 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#216 / 413 |
| Winchester Gardens | AL HC IL MC NH RC SNF | Maplewood (Newark Heights) | 30
Facility
30
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#545 / 560 | Yes |
24
Facility
24
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#481 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Winchester Gardens Health Care Center | Mr. David Weiner | 86.7% | - | 7 | 2
Facility
2
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#154 / 422 | 19
Facility
19
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#266 / 413 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#272 / 413 |
| Brighton Gardens of Edison | AL HOS MC NH SNF | Edison (Oak Tree Road) | 118
Facility
118
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#287 / 560 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#197 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brighton Gardens Of Edison | Mikaela Ellis | - | A+ | 5 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#230 / 422 | 17
Facility
17
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#261 / 413 | 3.4
Facility
3.4
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#305 / 413 |
| Brookdale Emerson | AL MC | Emerson | 105
Facility
105
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#355 / 560 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#387 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Brookdale Emerson | Ms. Adele Lazzarino | 63.8% | A+ | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| CareOne at Livingston | AL MC NH RC SNF | Livingston (Passaic Avenue) | 76
Facility
76
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#442 / 560 | No |
12
Facility
12
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#569 / 638 | - | Careone At Livingston | Mr. Michael Brienza | 76.3% | - | 8 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#230 / 422 | 33
Facility
33
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#310 / 413 | 4.1
Facility
4.1
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#341 / 413 |
| Brookdale Hillsborough | AL MC | Hillsborough Township (Hillsborough) | 94
Facility
94
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#408 / 560 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#329 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brookdale Hillsborough | Mr. Michael Juliano | 52.1% | A+ | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| Bayonne Medical Center Transitional Care Services | AL NH | Bayonne (Constable Hook) | 17
Facility
17
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#549 / 560 | No |
88
Facility
88
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#43 / 638 | - | Carepoint Health - Bayonne Hospital Center Tcu | Ms. Deborah Petersen | 0 | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#106 / 413 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#134 / 413 |
| Laurel Circle | AL IL MC NH SNF | Bridgewater (Finderne) | 35
Facility
35
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#538 / 560 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#387 / 638 | - | Arbor At Laurel Circle | Mr. Alok Anand | - | - | 6 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#230 / 422 | 28
Facility
28
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#296 / 413 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#360 / 413 |
| Sunrise of Cresskill | AL IL MC | Cresskill | 99
Facility
99
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#386 / 560 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#136 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Sunrise Of Cresskill | Ms. Danna Schmude | 86.9% | - | 3 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| Brandywine Brandall Estates | AL MC RC | Linwood | 100
Facility
100
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#367 / 560 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#190 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brandywine Living At Brandall Estates | Ms. Katherine Prassas | 76.0% | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| Brandywine Mahwah | AL MC NH RC | Mahwah (Ackermans Mills) | 107
Facility
107
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#342 / 560 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#458 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Brandywine Living At Mahwah | Mr. Peter Gunderson | 82.2% | - | 4 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | - | - |
| Brightview Holmdel | AL IL MC | Holmdel (Nj 35) | 100
Facility
100
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#367 / 560 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#312 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Brightview Holmdel | Mr. Not Assigned | - | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| The Residence at Basking Ridge | AL IL MC RC | Basking Ridge | 138
Facility
138
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#172 / 560 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#608 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | The Residence At Basking Ridge | Allison Kuiken | - | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living | AL MC RC | Freehold Township (Stonehurst West) | 94
Facility
94
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#408 / 560 | No |
54
Facility
54
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#255 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Monmouth Crossing | Ms. Courtney Paul | 69.1% | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
Mullica Gardens Assisted Living is a one of a kind senior living community, located in the tranquil area of Gloucester County, Mullica Hill, NJ, offering independent living, assisted living and memory care. Residents flourish with the support of a compassionate team that provides personalized care, including rehabilitation services, personal care, and other services. With three different apartment styles to choose from, including a studio, deluxe studio, and one-bedroom apartments, residents are guaranteed to find a residence that perfectly fits their needs and tastes.
Round the clock emergency call responses are installed to give residents and their families the peace of mind that comes from knowing their loved ones’ needs will be met urgently. A vibrant calendar of activities provides various entertainment and opportunities for making new friends, complemented with a range of thoughtfully designed amenities. There are three well-balanced meals and snacks daily, giving residents the nutrients and energy they need to live fully.
Sunrise of Franklin Lakes is an all-inclusive assisted living facility nestled in the heart of Franklin Lakes. The vibrant community enjoys a tranquil setting, with beautiful wooded surroundings best enjoyed in the outdoor spaces. Designed specifically for older adults, the building provides comfortable suites, communal areas, and activity rooms constructed with warmth, comfort, and built-in safety features.
The facility’s commitment to personalized senior care shines through features like the availability of a trained team 24/7, pet-friendly policies, snack-serving bistro, and weekly housekeeping and personal laundry services. Enhanced communication through a family engagement app and a dedicated electronic health record system, Sunrise CareConnect, ensures coordinated care for all residents. The addition of services including scheduled transportation, maintenance of building and grounds, and daily trash removal combines comfort with convenience, making Sunrise of Franklin Lakes a stand-out choice among assisted living facilities.
Take a breather with the warm and welcoming senior living community of Sunrise of Basking Ridge located on King George Road, Basking Ridge, NJ, offering assisted living, memory care, short-term stay, and hospice coordination. The community features cozy and pet-friendly floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, and companion suites. With a caring, dedicated, and highly skilled team providing top-tier care and support 24/7, seniors experience an unforgettable and worry-free retirement.
The community is dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, orchestrating a variety of engaging activities and fun learning programs. Come with friends and explore local amusements near the community. To satisfy seniors’ dietary requirements and tastes, healthy and tasty meals are served. Sunrise of Basking Ridge is a great spot to spend sophisticated golden years with its serene campus filled with convenient amenities and an inviting community.
Recognized as US News and World Report’s Best Assisted Living in 2024, Sunrise of Randolph settling in Route 10 West Randolph, NJ, Sunrise of Randolph is a distinguished senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. Experience comfort and safety like no other with homey and pet-friendly floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, and companion suites. Boasting a friendly and well-trained team providing top-notch care and assistance around the clock, the community ensures seniors enjoy a fulfilling life.
With various innovative applications, seniors retain a strong connection with their families. Moreover, a wide selection of engaging activities and fun learning opportunities are conducted to ensure seniors’ happiness and wellness. Dining is something to anticipate with its freshly prepared healthy and tasty meals to satisfy seniors’ dietary needs and tastes. Sunrise of Randolph is a safe place for seniors to live a fulfilling retirement with its serene landscapes and inviting community.
Have a peaceful retirement with the extraordinary senior living community of Allendale Senior Living, located in the tranquil neighborhood of Harreton Road, Allendale, NJ, that offers assisted living and memory care. Featuring snug and sophisticated accommodations in variations of private and semi-private studio and one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures seniors experience unparalleled comfort and convenience. With round-the-clock care and assistance from a reliable and highly qualified team, residents thrive and experience meaningful things.
With a lively and welcoming environment, residents enjoy amazing interactions and lead fulfilling lives. Moreover, enjoyable activities and fun recreational programs accompany seniors as they go about their day. The community serves delectable cuisine for seniors to have a delightful dining experience. Allendale Senior Living is a great place for seniors to live their best years doing what they love.
Experience a worry-free lifestyle in the quiet neighborhood of Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne, NJ. A trusted senior living community providing assisted living and memory care, Brookdale Wayne features an elegant two-bedroom apartment. With customized care and assistance available around the clock, the community ensures comfort and safety.
With its signature Clare Bridge Training, the community aims to improve its memory care residents’ well-being by providing them with mind-stimulating activities and fostering familiarity during meal times. Bonding over meals makes the food much better, the team serves delicious and healthy meals daily. Brookdale Wayne is a great place to live your retirement with its serene and beautiful campus. Amenities include a therapy room, a library, a cafe, a putting green, business centers, and transportation services.
Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Monroe, WA, Brookdale Monroe is an exceptional senior living community that offers a variety of living options. These include assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features spacious and graceful floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments.
Brookdale Monroe provides a resident-driven community, ensuring they live actively and happily. Brookdale Monroe fosters a warm and inviting environment, conducting events and activities for seniors’ wellness and amusement. Here, residents enjoy healthy and tasty meals that cater to their dietary needs and cravings. With a pet-friendly community, residents walk around the beautiful campus and enjoy slow times in the fireside living room. Brookdale Monroe is an ideal place for relaxation and convenience.
Overlooking the scenic area of Montvale, New Jersey, Thrive at Montvale is an excellent senior living community that offers a serene environment for independent living. Conveniently located near the picturesque Garden State Parkway and Lake Tappan, the community provides plenty of things to do and explore for residents. Residents here are guaranteed to receive the support they need to carry on their daily life with utmost ease and convenience, including support with their daily living activities, such as bathing and grooming.
Pulsating a vibrant energy, Thrive at Montvale offers an array of engaging and interesting activities, complemented with its multitude of amenities, such as a state-of-the-art athlete center, pickleball courts, cinema and walking trails. The community not only offers excellent care services but serves as a social hub for creating meaningful relationships and lasting friendships that foster a strong sense of community and belonging among residents.
Featuring the welcoming place of Evesham, NJ, the Artis Senior Living of Evesham is an enticing community that offers assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can choose among furnished suites with several floor plans tailored to their preferences. This community provides a wide array of features and services including a 24-hour on-site licensed nurse, 10, 000+ sq. ft. of secure indoor space, 8+ daily enrichment programs, and a holistic well-being framework. As for memory care, it offers an intentional and assessment-based plan of care for those with cognitive conditions.
Experience its top-notch amenities wherein residents can enjoy delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals, an art studio, a barbershop, and a beauty salon. Meet new people and create lasting memories through various physical and social activities at the program and wellness centers. At the Artis Senior Living of Evesham, seniors are assured of a glorious retirement.
Located in Marlboro, NJ, Sunrise of Marlboro offers exceptional assisted living, memory care services, short-term stays and hospice coordination. Set in a warm and vibrant community, seniors can enjoy beautiful surroundings, engaging programs, and local excursions, fostering a fulfilling lifestyle. Residents can choose from a variety of floorplans and rest assured with a trained team available to provide assistance 24/7.
Sunrise of Marlboro is dedicated to providing standard-setting care rooted in values of independence and dignity. The community prides itself on responsive, relationship-based care tailored to individual needs and preferences. Residents benefit from a variety of amenities and programs, including homemade meals, resident pet companionship, and a range of activities such as drumming sessions, meditation, and yoga ball exercises. The community’s inviting spaces, including picnic areas and a library, offer opportunities for relaxation and socialization, while the in-house culinary team ensures delightful seasonal dishes and snacks are always available in the bistro—a hub for gatherings and games.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in New Jersey
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New Jersey?
Assisted living in New Jersey supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New Jersey?
Assisted living in New Jersey is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does New Jersey Medicaid cover assisted living?
New Jersey Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New Jersey) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 290 assisted living facilities in New Jersey. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in New Jersey?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in New Jersey, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in New Jersey?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.



















