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Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Bristal at Wayne
AL
IL
MC
Wayne (Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike)
170
Facility 170
NJ AVG 104
Rank #14 / 255
Yes
52
Facility 52
NJ AVG 43
Rank #102 / 285
Studio / 1 BedEngel Burman At Wayne, LLCShannon Cord
70.6%
Facility 70.6%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #122 / 216
3
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #58 / 253
0.7
Facility 0.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #55 / 247
CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living
AL
MC
NH
Parsippany
93
Facility 93
NJ AVG 104
Rank #165 / 255
No
39
Facility 39
NJ AVG 43
Rank #148 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private RoomsCare One At Parsippany-Troy Hills, LLCNicole Iacolina-Alta
82.8%
Facility 82.8%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #61 / 216
2
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #58 / 253
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #70 / 247
Sunrise of Lincroft
AL
HOS
MC
Lincroft
85
Facility 85
NJ AVG 104
Rank #177 / 255
Yes
56
Facility 56
NJ AVG 43
Rank #81 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWelltower Opco Group LLCMs. Wendy Mcguire
68.2%
Facility 68.2%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #134 / 216
5
9
Facility 9
NJ AVG 18
Rank #151 / 253
1.8
Facility 1.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #123 / 247
Care One At Somerset Valley Assisted Living
AL
MC
Bound Brook
72
Facility 72
NJ AVG 104
Rank #196 / 255
No
80
Facility 80
NJ AVG 43
Rank #23 / 285
-1621 Route 22 West Operating, LLCMr. Matthew Orillaza
81.9%
Facility 81.9%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #67 / 216
2
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #73 / 253
1.5
Facility 1.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #107 / 247
Brightview Tenafly
AL
MC
Tenafly
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 104
Rank #63 / 255
Yes
67
Facility 67
NJ AVG 43
Rank #56 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview Tenafly, LLCMs. Alnica Moore
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #159 / 216
3
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #73 / 253
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #70 / 247
Atria Cranford
AL
IL
MC
Cranford
308
Facility 308
NJ AVG 104
Rank #1 / 255
Yes
64
Facility 64
NJ AVG 43
Rank #63 / 285
Studio / 1 BedWg Cranford Sh, LLCMs. Alma Rodriguez
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #156 / 216
4
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 18
Rank #92 / 253
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #70 / 247
CareOne at East Brunswick Assisted Living
AL
MC
East Brunswick (East Brunswick Township)
106
Facility 106
NJ AVG 104
Rank #119 / 255
Yes
33
Facility 33
NJ AVG 43
Rank #174 / 285
Studio / 1 BedCranbury Road, LLCMs. Ekta Shah
54.7%
Facility 54.7%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #181 / 216
1
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #40 / 253
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #70 / 247
The Bristal at Waldwick
AL
MC
Waldwick
93
Facility 93
NJ AVG 104
Rank #165 / 255
Yes
15
Facility 15
NJ AVG 43
Rank #251 / 285
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsEngel Burman Senior Care At Waldwick, LLCMrs. Colette Peteet
77.4%
Facility 77.4%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #94 / 216
2
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 253
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 247
Brookdale Florham Park
AL
MC
Florham Park
77
Facility 77
NJ AVG 104
Rank #185 / 255
Yes
55
Facility 55
NJ AVG 43
Rank #86 / 285
Studio / 1 BedAhc Florham Park, LLCMs. . Leah Jennings
70.1%
Facility 70.1%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #126 / 216
4
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 18
Rank #111 / 253
1.3
Facility 1.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #92 / 247
Mill Gardens At Midland Park
AL
MC
PC
Midland Park
98
Facility 98
NJ AVG 104
Rank #146 / 255
No
39
Facility 39
NJ AVG 43
Rank #148 / 285
-Care Plus Bergen IncAlexander Drivanos
66.3%
Facility 66.3%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #140 / 216
2
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 253
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 247

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other NJ assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 287 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of The Bristal at Wayne

The Bristal at Wayne, New Jersey. Situated near Point View Reservoir, this pet-friendly community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents enjoy tastefully decorated apartments, beautiful common areas, and exceptional care from a dedicated team. The Bristal is close to shopping, dining, and entertainment.

Play a round of golf, attend a concert at William Paterson University, or explore historical sites and natural beauty like Laurelwood Arboretum and Paterson Great Falls. Choose from spacious studios, one, or two-bedroom apartments. You’ll receive three daily meals, housekeeping, laundry services, and a full calendar of events and trips. Enjoy on-site amenities like a bistro, fitness center, salon, cinema, and library.

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Overview of CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle at CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living, an idyllic retreat in Parsippany, NJ, offering assisted living. Residents receive exceptional care from a kind and highly trained team available 24/7. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence without hassles, helping with their daily living activities and personal needs.

Those with cognitive conditions can easily access memory care with the community’s adjacent location near the Harmony Village memory care community. Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are also conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. With delightful and healthy dining options, residents enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents are guaranteed to thrive in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Sunrise of Lincroft

Sunrise of Lincroft is a senior living community situated in a convenient Lincroft, New Jersey location, offering an individualized, hassle-free lifestyle where residents can easily dive into their hobbies, social events, and enjoy fine cuisine. The community provides room rates starting at $4,834 per month and works closely with each resident to develop a personalized plan that caters to their unique personality and supports their health needs. Sunrise of Lincroft’s compassionate and experienced caregivers are prepared to assist residents in whatever ways they can, serving as expert listeners and qualified professionals who strive to know each individual on a deep level.

Residents at Sunrise of Lincroft quickly become part of the family, finding friends who are eager to experience life together and share in the community’s programs and services. The community’s chefs are from-scratch experts in the kitchen, creating mouth-watering dishes with fresh, seasonal ingredients, while residents enthusiastically participate in the ArmChair Tour club, virtually visiting exotic places around the world. Sunrise of Lincroft serves residents with various needs, including memory care, assisted living, and hospice coordination, ensuring a supportive and enriching living environment for all. The community is conveniently located in Lincroft, NJ, directly off Exit 109 from the Garden State Parkway and less than an hour from Newark Airport, with easy access to nearby attractions, shopping, and medical facilities.

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Overview of Care One at Somerset Valley Assisted Living

Care One at Somerset Valley Assisted Living offers assisted living and memory care in Bound Brook, New Jersey. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels on one campus can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Respite care can also support a family caregiver who needs a short stay while traveling or recovering.

The community has 72 beds and is operated by 1621 Route 22 West Operating. Ms. Stephanie Zimmerman serves as the administrator. Restaurant style dining gives residents meals in a restaurant setting, while the fitness and wellness center provides space for exercise or wellness activities. A beauty salon and barber shop support on site grooming.

Rehabilitation services and the Post Acute Care & Rehab program support therapy during recovery. Home Care and Palliative & Hospice Care are also available programs.

An area Walk Score of 80 means most errands can be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

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Overview of Brightview Tenafly

Situated in Tenafly, NJ, Brightview Tenafly is a reliable senior living community that offers memory care and assisted living. Residents here are provided with everything they need to live their best life–including daily programs, social and cultural events, chef-prepared meals daily, and access to convenient services. The community offers 94 apartments to choose from in variations of studios, companions, and one-bedroom apartments–each built with a bath with safety features, a kitchenette with beautiful granite countertops, and large windows for bright natural light.

With lively daily programming and a wide array of convenient amenities, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. Inviting outdoor spaces, community spaces, and comfortable conversation areas offer relaxing spaces for connecting and sharing meaningful conversations with neighbors and friends. Moreover, a well-curated library, exercise and physical therapy room, and full-service salon, provides residents with plenty of opportunities for relaxation and enjoyment.

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Overview of Atria Cranford

Atria Cranford in Cranford, NJ, is a highly recognized assisted living community that offers personal care, independent living, and memory care. With its secure and home-like setting, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. Residents can also maintain their independence with ease, especially with round-the-clock care, three chef-prepared meals daily, and housekeeping services. The community is also dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life through personalized care plans. 

Cultural programs, social events, and fitness classes provide residents with more opportunities to connect with friends and stay active. A walking path, a garden, and a spacious courtyard ensure residents can rest and move around comfortably. Residents have a laid-back lifestyle, with the community’s beautiful location in the serene neighborhood of Cranford, near public transportation and parks. This assisted living community’s commitment to excellent care makes it one of the best options for senior living in New Jersey. 

 

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Overview of CareOne at East Brunswick Assisted Living

CareOne at East Brunswick Assisted Living is a reliable senior living community in Middlesex County, East Brunswick, NJ, that offers assisted living and memory care services. The community welcomes residents into beautiful accommodations and provides them with highly personalized care. A dedicated care team is available 24/7 to provide excellent care and oversee residents’ customized care plans to ensure they are receiving efficient care services.

Conveniently located near New Jersey Turnpike and Route 18, East Brunswick provides easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment options, encouraging a fun and vibrant lifestyle. The community also offers a broad range of amenities and activities that presents plenty of opportunities for socialization. Residents also enjoy restaurant-style dining and gourmet cuisine prepared by a team of talented chefs. Amenities include on-site beauty salons, movie theaters, and libraries to promote residents’ mind-body wellness.

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Overview of The Bristal at Waldwick

The Bristal at Waldwick provides assisted living and memory care in Waldwick, NJ. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while they live in a private or semi-private room. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, making the community potentially suitable for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who may be at risk of wandering.

The community has 93 beds, with private and semi-private rooms for residents who want a single room or a shared living arrangement. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet. Mrs. Colette Peteet serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Brookdale Florham Park

Nestled in the serene James Street, Florham Park, NJ, Brookdale Florham Park is an idyllic senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. The community strives to foster familiarity and safety by providing pet-friendly floor plans including cozy studio, private, and shared one-bedroom apartments. Moreover, Brookdale Florham Park promises excellent care and assistance with a compassionate and highly skilled team.

Focusing on the special needs of individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia, the community utilizes its signature Clare Bridge Training that enables them to live their lives confidently. Residents experience meaningful conversations over healthy and delicious meals served daily. Brookdale Florham Park is an ideal place to live your golden years with its wonderful amenities including a coffee shop, a library, a barbershop, a porch, meeting rooms, a fireside living room, and tranquil walking paths.

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Overview of Mill Gardens at Midland Park

Mill Gardens at Midland Park sits at 36 Faner Road in Midland Park, New Jersey. The community has 98 beds and covers three types of care: assisted living, memory care, and palliative care.

Walking around the area is only somewhat easy (Walk Score 39). Most people here will still need a car to run errands. Alexander Drivanos runs the facility day to day. Care Plus Bergen Inc owns it.

Right now, 65 of the 98 beds are filled. That’s an occupancy rate of 66%.

Residents get nursing services and staff on-site around the clock. The facility also offers rehab services and respite care. Together, these services can help someone recovering from surgery or a hospital stay. They also work for residents who need ongoing daily support.

New Jersey’s Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing inspects the facility without notice. These inspections have tended to focus on infection prevention and control, not on direct care for residents.

Two kinds of residents fit well here. Some come for short-term rehab or respite care after a hospital stay. Others move in for longer-term assisted living or memory care, with nursing support nearby.

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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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Assisted Living in New Jersey at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $9,064The average monthly cost across facilities in New Jersey. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 43/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in New Jersey. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 104The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Jersey. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 287 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.