Page 19 of Best Assisted Living in New Jersey

Heritage Assisted Living offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Hammonton, New Jersey. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of assisted living and memory care may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time. The community has 107 beds, with one bed and two bed housing options; the two bed layout can suit a couple moving together. Xiomara Johnson serves as administrator, and Spring Village At Hammonton operates the community.

The area has a Walk Score of 37, making it car dependent. Most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would generally need to arrange transportation for independent errands.

Overview of Wellington Estates at Spring Lake

Wellington Estates at Spring Lake offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care in Spring Lake, NJ. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing support on site around the clock, while assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while they keep their own room. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Several care levels are available within one community. Wellington Estates at Spring Lake may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community or starting over socially. The home has 114 beds, and its 73% occupancy means 73% of those beds are occupied, so availability can change as residents move in or out.

Private rooms give each resident a single personal living space. The area has a Walk Score of 52 and is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot for a resident who can go out independently. Ms. Kathleen Granatelli serves as the administrator, and Wellington Estates operates the community.

Overview of Brighton Gardens of West Orange

Brighton Gardens of West Orange sits in the Pleasantdale section of West Orange, New Jersey, at 220 Pleasant Valley Way. It’s a 132-bed community offering assisted living and memory care, plus respite stays for people who need care for a short while instead of a permanent move. Ms. Irania Vargas serves as the administrator. Monthly rates start at $4,104.

The building has three floors and studio or one-bedroom layouts. Right now it’s about 66 percent full, with 87 of the 132 beds occupied. That’s a decent number of open rooms if a family needs to move fairly soon.

Walking around the neighborhood is only somewhat practical here. The Walk Score is 46, which means a handful of errands are doable on foot, but most trips still need a car. It’s the kind of place where you’d want reliable transportation lined up.

On the care side, residents get rehabilitation services and short-term rehab, plus licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants on site around the clock. That combination works for two different kinds of residents: people who need steady daily support, and people recovering from something like surgery who just need a few weeks of help. A program called Sunrise Careconnect handles healthcare coordination behind the scenes, and every suite comes with its own emergency response system.

Families get a phone app to keep tabs on their person day to day, which is a small thing that matters more than people expect. There’s also a beauty salon on site, and pets are welcome, so residents don’t have to give up a cat or dog to move in.

On the regulatory side, state inspections here have mostly circled around infection prevention and resident rights protections. Those are pretty standard categories that inspectors look at everywhere, not red flags specific to this building.

Brighton Gardens of West Orange is a mid-sized, moderately staffed community. It fits two groups: people who need daily personal care or memory support, and people who need a short-term rehab or respite stay while a family sorts out next steps.

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Starting Price $4,104/Month Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

Overview of Pines Village

Pines Village offers nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, home care, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Manchester Township, NJ, within the Crestwood Village neighborhood. The community has 96 beds and offers studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. A two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together, while a studio gives one resident a private living space.

Several care levels are available within the same community, which can suit a resident whose needs change over time. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with everyday tasks. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing offers licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Home care, hospice care, respite care, and rehabilitation for shorter stays extend support to people who need services at home, end-of-life care, a temporary stay, or recovery-focused care.

Residents can use the fitness center and wellness services for exercise and health-focused activities, while rehabilitation services provide therapy during recovery. Therapy is also available at home, along with home services, care management coordinators, and long-term care plans. Fellowship Home Care and Hospice is part of the available support. Respite care can help when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed. Ms. Shaneika Johnson serves as the administrator. Pines Village may be a good fit for someone who wants access to multiple care levels, including memory care, skilled nursing, and hospice care, without beginning in a single-care setting.

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$2,895/Month Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

Overview of Maplewood at Princeton

Maplewood at Princeton offers assisted living and memory care in Plainsboro Township, NJ. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. These care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community, and Maplewood at Princeton may be a good fit for someone who needs supervised memory care.

Respite care is available for short stays, which can help when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community has 130 beds, with studio and one-bedroom layouts; a studio provides one private living space. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet while living there. Residents can have seasonally inspired gourmet meals prepared by chefs, use a wellness center with nurses, and take part in social, cultural, and educational programs. Rehabilitation services and transportation are available, and Ms. Wanda Garrin serves as the administrator.

Overview of Brandywine Toms River

Brandywine Toms River offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, and respite care in Toms River, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care is provided in a secure memory care wing with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering. Nursing care is also available. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 120 beds. Starting monthly rates are $5,450 for assisted living and $8,450 for memory care, giving families separate budgeting points for these care levels. Having several care types in one community supports a resident whose needs change over time, because multiple levels of support are available without changing communities.

Residents can schedule grooming appointments in the beauty salon and spend time reading in the library. Outdoor options include a bocce ball lawn and a koi pond, while formal and private dining rooms offer dedicated spaces for meals and gatherings. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet after moving in.

Ms. Lisa Decicco serves as the administrator, and Well Bl Opco operates the community. The combination of assisted living, memory care, nursing care, and respite care may suit a resident whose support needs range from help with daily tasks to secure memory care or nursing care, as well as families who need a short-term stay while a caregiver travels or recovers.

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$5,450/Month Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

Overview of Alcoeur Gardens at Toms River

Alcoeur Gardens at Toms River is dedicated to seniors in need of support in a home-like environment, particularly those dealing with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. This thoughtfully designed community ensures round-the-clock care supervision in a carefully curated setting. Boasting inviting interiors and well-maintained grounds, Alcoeur Gardens opens a comfortable and secure atmosphere that feels more like home than a traditional facility. 
The emphasis is on familiarity, creating an environment that resembles living in an actual home, with safety at the forefront. The residence is equipped with alarms, gates, and secure doors and windows, and the staff is specially trained to cater to the unique needs of residents. Alcoeur Gardens also welcomes respite care, offering an ideal assisted-living option for those with memory impairment. The classic American home design adds to the overall comfort and aesthetics, ensuring a well-maintained space where residents can enjoy good food and find personal peace with the support of the friendly staff.

Overview of Arbor Terrace Shrewsbury

Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Tinton Falls, NJ, Arbor Terrace Shrewsbury is an enticing community that offers assisted living and memory care services. A wide array of well-appointed and spacious accommodations with several floor plans are available for its residents. Having a highly trained and compassionate team, the community provides round-the-clock care and assistance to ensure comfort and security. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are served through The Evergreen Memory Care Neighborhood which provides a convenient living experience catering to their immediate needs and interests.

With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy delightful and nutritious meals, state-of-the-art fitness center, salon and spa, housekeeping services, 24/7 health monitoring, and many more. Engage in various recreational activities such as outings and wellness programs. At Arbor Terrace Shrewsbury, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.

Overview of Applewood Village

Administered by Sally Awad, Applewood Village offers skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Freehold, NJ. The community provides support with daily tasks, along with access to nursing services. Moreover, specialized care is provided for those living with memory-related conditions, while recovery-focused care is given to those in rehabilitation.

With multiple levels of care, residents can stay even when their needs grow. Respite care is also available to accommodate those seeking short-term stays, so their usual caregiver can rest. Of 50 beds, 68% are currently occupied. Residents also receive a total of 5 hours and 48 minutes of nursing care daily.

The community accepts Medicare and private pay, giving families options to cover short-term skilled care and other care costs.

A Walk Score of 88 places the area in the very walkable category, meaning most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Meanwhile, a glass-enclosed heated indoor pool provides an indoor place to swim, while the Performing Arts Center gives residents a venue for performances and events. Monthly cooking demonstrations, community-based learning programs, and resident-curated experiences also offer cooking, educational, and resident-focused activities.

Administered by Jack Ellias, Fellowship Village offers nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Basking Ridge, NJ. Along with assistance with daily tasks, housekeeping and maintenance services are provided. Sub-acute rehabilitation also provides recovery support.

The community’s 54 beds are currently occupied. Housing options include studios, one-, and two-bedroom apartments. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 32 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families options to cover care. Pets are allowed, so residents may continue keeping an animal companion in the community.

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$430/Day Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026