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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: 47/ 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: 121The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Jersey. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. 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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. It is not a government rating. A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.
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.
Riverview Estates Rehabilitation and Senior Living
AL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Riverton
62
Facility 62
NJ AVG 121
Rank #360 / 422
No
34
Facility 34
NJ AVG 47
Rank #311 / 484
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsRiverview Estates Rehabilitation&Senior Living CtrJoanna Pastore
51.6%
Facility 51.6%
NJ AVG 74.6%
Rank #306 / 343
-4
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 18
Rank #231 / 409
2.8
Facility 2.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #301 / 409
Sunrise of Woodcliff Lake
AL
HOS
MC
Woodcliff Lake (Tice's Corner Marketplace)
116
Facility 116
NJ AVG 121
Rank #190 / 422
Yes
44
Facility 44
NJ AVG 47
Rank #243 / 484
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSunrise Of Woodcliff LakeSuzanne Gramuglia
59.5%
Facility 59.5%
NJ AVG 74.6%
Rank #280 / 343
-3
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #110 / 409
0.3
Facility 0.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #113 / 409
Brandywine Governor’s Crossing
AL
MC
NH
RC
Englishtown
110
Facility 110
NJ AVG 121
Rank #210 / 422
Yes
18
Facility 18
NJ AVG 47
Rank #413 / 484
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrandywine Living At Governor's CrossingMelissa Muti
45.5%
Facility 45.5%
NJ AVG 74.6%
Rank #322 / 343
-4
8
Facility 8
NJ AVG 18
Rank #227 / 409
2.0
Facility 2.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #273 / 409
Ciel of Princeton
AL
MC
Monmouth Junction
160
Facility 160
NJ AVG 121
Rank #90 / 422
Yes
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 47
Rank #449 / 484
Private RoomsCiel Senior Living Of PrincetonAshley Russo
31.3%
Facility 31.3%
NJ AVG 74.6%
Rank #339 / 343
-7
14
Facility 14
NJ AVG 18
Rank #247 / 409
2.0
Facility 2.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #232 / 409
Arbor Terrace Morris Plains
AL
MC
Morris Plains
100
Facility 100
NJ AVG 121
Rank #252 / 422
Yes
64
Facility 64
NJ AVG 47
Rank #138 / 484
--Lori Stampone--1
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 409
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 409
Careone At Wayne
AL
MC
NH
Wayne (Packanack Lake)
101
Facility 101
NJ AVG 121
Rank #251 / 422
No
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 47
Rank #367 / 484
--Ms. Leeah Develez
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
NJ AVG 74.6%
Rank #97 / 343
A+10
22
Facility 22
NJ AVG 18
Rank #281 / 409
2.2
Facility 2.2
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #256 / 409
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Ocean View
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 121
Rank #156 / 422
No
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 47
Rank #442 / 484
-Autumn Lake Healthcare At OceanviewMr. Nesanel Compton
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
NJ AVG 74.6%
Rank #102 / 343
B-15
50
Facility 50
NJ AVG 18
Rank #377 / 409
3.3
Facility 3.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #323 / 409
Little Senior Residence
AL
MC
NH
RC
Montclair
26
Facility 26
NJ AVG 121
Rank #411 / 422
No
83
Facility 83
NJ AVG 47
Rank #45 / 484
-Little Senior ResidenceNot Assigned
80.8%
Facility 80.8%
NJ AVG 74.6%
Rank #149 / 343
-2
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 18
Rank #181 / 409
2.5
Facility 2.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #273 / 409
Spring Hills Livingston
AL
IL
MC
Livingston
150
Facility 150
NJ AVG 121
Rank #103 / 422
No
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 47
Rank #367 / 484
-Spring Hills LivingstonMr. Alexander Markowits--8
35
Facility 35
NJ AVG 18
Rank #336 / 409
4.4
Facility 4.4
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #367 / 409
The Chelsea at Fairlawn
AL
IL
MC
Fair Lawn
74
Facility 74
NJ AVG 121
Rank #327 / 422
Yes
79
Facility 79
NJ AVG 47
Rank #62 / 484
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedThe Chelsea At Fair LawnMelissa Holden--2
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 18
Rank #166 / 409
2.0
Facility 2.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #235 / 409

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Overview of Riverview Estates Rehabilitation and Senior Living

Nestled in peaceful Burlington County, NJ, the Riverview Estates Rehabilitation and Senior Living is a dedicated community that offers assisted living, subacute rehab, and respite care services. Here, the community treats its residents as family. Being a 122-bed campus with waterfront views throughout the building, this community stands out from the crowd. Currently, the community is under the leadership of Allaire Health Services which has a strong track record of transforming healthcare centers. With its highly skilled and dedicated team, residents receive 24/7 care and support from its on-staff concierge.

The community is committed to providing above-and-beyond amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy well-appointed private and semi-private suites, large flat-screen TVs, complimentary cable and wi-fi, spacious lounges and family areas, restaurant-style dining, dedicated patient concierge, lovely gardens and outdoor patio, beauty and barber salon, housekeeping and laundry, religious services, facility chapel and chaplain, full calendar of activities, and transportation to medical appointments. With its commitment to providing excellent care and services, seniors can never go wrong with the Riverview Estates Rehabilitation and Senior Living.

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Overview of Sunrise of Woodcliff Lake

Sunrise of Woodcliff Lake is an assisted senior living community located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. The community offers a maintenance-free lifestyle that allows residents to pursue their interests alongside friends and neighbors. Sunrise of Woodcliff Lake provides a wide range of activities and services that are tailored to the unique preferences of each resident. The community offers fitness classes, art classes, music and singing, brainteasers, flower arranging, outings to local attractions, reflection and meditation, gardening, and games such as mahjong, canasta, cribbage, and bridge. Additionally, Sunrise of Woodcliff Lake offers religious and spiritual events, including church services, Shabbat candle lighting, and Bible study.

Sunrise of Woodcliff Lake works with each resident to create an individualized Service Plan (SP) that guides personalized services and captures unique preferences. The care team is always on hand to help with dressing, bathing, grooming, or medication management, as little or as much as needed. The community is committed to providing a comfortable and enjoyable living experience for all residents, and the offerings continue to grow and evolve based on the suggestions of the residents.

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Overview of Brandywine Governor’s Crossing

Located in the beautiful setting of LaSatta Avenue, Englishtown, NJ, Brandywine Governor’s Crossing is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Live in comfort and style with the vibrant and spacious accommodations of Brandywine Governor’s Crossing. The community strives to deliver top-tier care and support around the clock to ensure seniors’ needs and aspirations are well-cared for.

Relive old interests and discover new hobbies with exciting activities and fun programs conducted for seniors to live an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Feel good with delightful and healthy meals satisfying nutritional requirements and tastes. Brandywine Governor’s Crossing is a haven for seniors to spend wondrous golden years surrounded by a warm and inviting environment within its ethereal campus. Moreover, the community was regarded as US News Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care for its high-quality care and service.

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Ciel of Princeton

4331 Us-1 South, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
Overview of Ciel of Princeton

Ciel of Princeton embodies the vision of fostering connections, inspiration, and enrichment in a welcoming assisted living community. Nestled in a tranquil environment away from the urban hustle, the community prioritizes a serene lifestyle complemented by top-notch healthcare and recreational facilities. With a commitment to personalized care plans, residents receive assistance tailored to their needs, ensuring a comfortable and secure living experience. The signature Blue Sky Experience and Connections by Ciel programs offer enriched assisted living and memory care, providing residents with choices, social connections, and compassionate support.

The amenities and facilities at Ciel of Princeton reflect a commitment to a vibrant and fulfilling senior and assisted living experience. With personalized nutritional expertise and purpose-driven chefs, the community goes beyond crafting menus to create an unrivaled atmosphere promoting physical and mental well-being. The community’s prime location in the heart of Princeton offers easy access to historic sites, parks, shopping, and dining. Ciel of Princeton provides a residence and a lifestyle where every aspect, including engaging activities and technological connections, is designed for a fulfilling experience.

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Overview of Arbor Terrace Morris Plains
Arbor Terrace Morris Plains offers a lifestyle centered on health and enriching relationships. With assisted living and memory care services, residents receive tailored support to ensure they feel at home. The community provides a range of amenities and activities designed to foster connections and promote well-being.

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Overview of Careone at Wayne

Careone at Wayne is a nursing home in Wayne, New Jersey, offering assisted living, memory care, and nursing care. Assisted living helps with daily tasks while a resident maintains a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and nursing care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing care to continue within the same community.

Respite care provides short-term stays when a resident’s usual caregiver needs temporary coverage while traveling or recovering. Careone at Wayne has 101 beds, with total nurse staffing of 2 hours and 58 minutes per resident per day. This represents the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted, and Ms. Leeah Develez serves as the administrator.

Residents can use the library for reading and the movie theater for films without leaving the community. Restaurant-style dining provides meals in a restaurant setting, including gourmet food. Sensory therapy and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need those programs, while palliative and hospice care support symptom-focused or end-of-life needs.

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Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview

Located between Atlantic City and Cape May, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview is a premier nursing center along the Jersey Shore. This skilled nursing community proudly presents an exclusive assisted living program, ensuring residents receive proper attention and care. They offer sub-acute rehabilitation and renowned excellence in long-term care, and provide 24/7 skilled nursing for a wide range of complex medical conditions. In addition, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview also provides premier assisted living accommodations on the same campus.

Autumn Lake at Oceanview is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name while offering non-healthcare-related services. Conveniently located with easy access to local hospitals, the facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, most insurances, and private pay, providing flexibility and support to its residents and their families.

 

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview is an independently owned and operated healthcare center that is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name and receive non-healthcare related services. All healthcare-related services are provided solely by Autumn Lake  Healthcare at Oceanview.

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Overview of Little Senior Residence

Burrowed in a peaceful neighborhood in Essex County, Montclair, NJ, Little Senior Residence is an intimate senior living community that offers assisted living, respite care, memory care, nursing care, and long-term care. Residents here comfortably enjoy their retirement with comprehensive services and a team of highly-trained and experienced registered nurses available 24 hours to provide compassionate care and support. With physical, occupational, and speech therapy services, residents are guaranteed to remain at their best state to continue living actively.

In addition to a continuum of care that enables residents to continue engaging in one place while maintaining their independence for as long as possible, the community also offers an array of lively activities for an active and engaged lifestyle. Recognizing the importance of a dedicated and excellent team, the community ensures its care professionals undergo continuous training and always upgrade their skills with the best practices. Here, residents are guaranteed to flourish holistically with top-notch support and care.

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Overview of Spring Hills Livingston

Spring Hills Livingston in New Jersey has been providing care and services to seniors for over 20 years. The community offers a luxurious and elegant atmosphere, with a variety of floor plans to choose from, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, each featuring private bathrooms and kitchens. This home strikes a good balance between a peaceful atmosphere and an active environment. 
Residents can enjoy a range of amenities such as a tranquil courtyard, social areas to connect with friends, a salon and barber for grooming and pampering, and a movie theater for entertainment. Housekeeping services ensure that residents can relax and enjoy their surroundings, while drivers and valet services are available for easy transportation. The community also offers concierge services to cater to residents’ unique needs and preferences. With its upscale amenities and welcoming environment, Spring Hills Livingston is a perfect choice for seniors looking for a comfortable and fulfilling retirement experience.

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The Chelsea at Fairlawn

15-00 River Rd, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Overview of The Chelsea at Fairlawn

The Chelsea at Fairlawn is a senior living community in Bergen County, supplying independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Nestled in Fair Lawn with a Walk Score of 79, it sits in a highly walkable neighborhood where most errands can be run on foot. The 74-bed facility is housed in a three-story building with studio, suite, one-, and two-bedroom selections.

The Chelsea at Fairlawn is administered by Melissa Holden and operates under The Chelsea At Fair Lawn. It’s designed around open accessibility to all amenities and services, and floor plans are tailored to handle residents’ varying needs. On-site medical professionals address health concerns, providing care continuity without needing outside trips. Daily life here includes wellness opportunities and an array of social activities: music, games, and group trips, giving occupants the chance to engage and connect. The facility aims to foster personal care and social connection in a secure environment.

Some safety system needs have been identified by state inspections, particularly around emergency communications, fire protection systems, and kitchen equipment readiness. These are typical areas of focus during initial licensing and ongoing oversight in the assisted living setting.

If The Chelsea at Fairlawn is considered by families, they may want to discuss the set of housing options and how it tailors care and programming to individual needs during an on-site tour.

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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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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 289 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.