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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Fellowship Village
AL
CCRC
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Basking Ridge
54
Facility 54
NJ AVG 104
Rank #224 / 255
Yes
25
Facility 25
NJ AVG 43
Rank #203 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedFellowship Senior Living, IncMr. Jack Ellias
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #1 / 216
6
14
Facility 14
NJ AVG 18
Rank #186 / 253
2.3
Facility 2.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #148 / 247
Sunrise of Madison
AL
MC
Madison (Fairwoods)
97
Facility 97
NJ AVG 104
Rank #153 / 255
Yes
20
Facility 20
NJ AVG 43
Rank #231 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSjv 1 Madison Opco LLCRobert Fiorese
57.7%
Facility 57.7%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #173 / 216
1
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #40 / 253
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #70 / 247
Terraces at Parke Place
AL
MC
RC
Sewell
76
Facility 76
NJ AVG 104
Rank #187 / 255
Yes
31
Facility 31
NJ AVG 43
Rank #184 / 285
Private RoomsTerraces Alf LLCMs. Lori Udell
77.6%
Facility 77.6%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #91 / 216
2
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #73 / 253
1.5
Facility 1.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #107 / 247
Westwind Manor
AL
Franklin
36
Facility 36
NJ AVG 104
Rank #247 / 255
No
39
Facility 39
NJ AVG 43
Rank #148 / 285
-Grace Eldercare, LLCMs. Catherine Mendel
72.2%
Facility 72.2%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #117 / 216
1
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #58 / 253
2.0
Facility 2.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #133 / 247
Homestead at Hamilton
AL
IL
MC
Hamilton Township (Hamilton Square)
130
Facility 130
NJ AVG 104
Rank #46 / 255
No
10
Facility 10
NJ AVG 43
Rank #266 / 285
Studio / Suite / 1 BedInspired Senior Living Of Hamilton Mt, LLCMr. John Bucci
77.7%
Facility 77.7%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #89 / 216
4
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 18
Rank #111 / 253
1.3
Facility 1.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #92 / 247
Brookdale West Orange
AL
MC
West Orange
116
Facility 116
NJ AVG 104
Rank #80 / 255
Yes
39
Facility 39
NJ AVG 43
Rank #148 / 285
Studio / 1 BedBrea West Orange, LLCLynda Gaspard-Craan-5
8
Facility 8
NJ AVG 18
Rank #144 / 253
1.6
Facility 1.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #116 / 247
Brandywine Signature Haddonfield
AL
MC
RC
Haddonfield (Vernon)
58
Facility 58
NJ AVG 104
Rank #221 / 255
Yes
36
Facility 36
NJ AVG 43
Rank #164 / 285
-Well Bl Opco LLCMs. Jacqueline Friel
86.2%
Facility 86.2%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #45 / 216
2
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #73 / 253
1.5
Facility 1.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #107 / 247
Brightview Holmdel
AL
IL
MC
Holmdel
100
Facility 100
NJ AVG 104
Rank #129 / 255
Yes
47
Facility 47
NJ AVG 43
Rank #118 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview Holmdel, LLCMr. Not Assigned-1
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 253
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 247
Sunrise of Edgewater
AL
HOS
MC
Edgewater
87
Facility 87
NJ AVG 104
Rank #171 / 255
Yes
75
Facility 75
NJ AVG 43
Rank #35 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWelltower Opco Group LLCMs. Sarah Wissler-1
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 253
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 247
Spring Hills Livingston
AL
IL
MC
Livingston
150
Facility 150
NJ AVG 104
Rank #27 / 255
No
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 43
Rank #205 / 285
-Livingston Al Amop LLCMr. Alexander Markowits-2
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #40 / 253
0.5
Facility 0.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #41 / 247

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Fellowship Village

8000 Fellowship Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Overview of Fellowship Village

Fellowship Village is a distinguished assisted living community that grants senior residents access to a top-tier continuum of 5-star senior care. Situated in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, this community offers Assisted Living, Memory Care services, Skilled Nursing, and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation. Additionally, Fellowship Village extends a warm welcome to direct admissions from outside the community based on availability.

Within the embrace of Fellowship Village, individuals enjoy a lifetime of access to a diverse spectrum of high-quality residential and healthcare options, all conveniently within reach. What truly distinguishes this community is the profound sense of hospitality and assurance it instills in its residents. Fellowship Village provides peace of mind by ensuring that residents will receive unwavering care and support regardless of the future. This residential Independent Living haven spans over 72 acres of exquisitely landscaped grounds, offering access to scenic walking trails, al fresco dining, and a wide array of amenities.

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Overview of Sunrise of Madison

Situated in the tranquil neighborhood of Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ Sunrise of Madison is a renowned senior living community offering various living options including assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. Featuring cozy and spacious floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, and companion suites, the community promises comfort and safety. Live a maintenance-free lifestyle with a respectful and dedicated team tending to your needs 24/7.

Sunrise of Madison works closely with seniors and their loved ones to provide the best possible care and assistance tailored to their unique needs and aspirations. The community highlights the interests and strengths of its residents, conducting a lot of interactive activities and engaging programs. With its desirable location near local amusements, residents explore and entertain themselves with historic establishments and easily access necessities. The community ensures residents’ comfort and convenience within its beautiful landscapes and friendly community.

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Overview of Terraces at Parke Place

Live your retirement years as independently as possible at Terraces at Parke Place in Sewell, NJ, offering comprehensive assisted living services. As a family-owned community, they treat each resident as their own and provide them various conveniences, such as personal care assistance, medication management, and 24-hour on-site nursing services. The community features an array of spacious living suites with private bathrooms, individual temperature control, and emergency call system for a safe and comfortable living environment.

Residents can freely take part in a variety of activities, including various games, weekly outings, parties, and entertainment, fostering meeting new friends and enriching experiences. The community also offers weekly housekeeping, laundry services, daily bed making, trash removal, and three restaurant-style meals per day plus snacks, to ensure residents are provided with all the necessities they need to live a fulfilling and easy life.

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Overview of Westwind Manor

Westwind Manor is an assisted living community in Franklin, NJ. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. With 36 beds, the smaller community may suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

A Walk Score of 39 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those errands. Westwind Manor is operated by Grace Eldercare, and Ms. Catherine Mendel serves as administrator.

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Overview of Homestead at Hamilton

Homestead of Hamilton is a senior living community in Trenton housing independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The senior living home prides itself in giving off a warm and welcoming environment. They excel in providing the right level of care with their professional care that finds solutions to any need an individual may have; through their personalized care that becomes easy in providing tailored care for every senior. Homestead is trusted to be one of the senior living homes in Trenton that provides quality care driven to enhance the quality of life during their retirement period. 

Their amenities encompass the needs of all seniors as a way to provide convenience and access around the building: movie theater, fitness center, billiards room, and library; with essential services that help with hassle-free daily living: housekeeping, recreational activities, engaging social activities, and delicious meals provided in their dining area. 

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Overview of Brookdale West Orange

Settling in the tranquil neighborhood of Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ, Brookdale West Orange is a remarkable senior living community providing assisted living and memory care. Featuring meticulously-designed and pet-friendly floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments, the community promises a relaxing and safe residence. Don’t worry about maintenance and security as a kind and dedicated team is available onsite 24/7.

Brookdale West Orange strives to improve the seniors’ quality of life, orchestrating daily events and activities. Watch a movie with friends or join the fitness classes, residents experience what makes them happy. Interact with the community over delectable and nutritious meals. The community provides wonderful amenities including a theater, a fitness center, a salon, a library, a game room, a cafe, and serene walking paths.

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Overview of Brandywine Signature Haddonfield

With several recognitions under its wing including US News Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care, Brandywine Signature Haddonfield is an esteemed senior living community residing in Warwick Road, Haddonfield, NJ, that offers assisted living and memory care. The community features cozy and sophisticated residences, ensuring seniors experience the utmost relaxation and security they deserve. Spend your golden years without worries with a kind and compassionate team lending extra care around the clock.

Seek for new learnings and enjoy your interests with engaging activities and exciting programs. Maintain an active and happy lifestyle with the warm and welcoming environment of Brandywine Signature Haddonfield. Feel good with delightful and nutritious meals served to meet dietary needs and tastes. Surrounded by luscious greenery, Brandywine Signature Haddonfield goes above and beyond to provide a safe place for seniors to create lasting memories.

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Overview of Brightview Holmdel

Experience an ultimately comfortable stay with the Brightview Holmdel located in Holmdel, MJ. This distinguished senior living community provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations with varying floor plans are available for its residents based on their needs. In terms of memory care, this community offers innovative memory care services through its Wellspring Village Neighborhood.

The community is committed to delivering exceptional amenities and services manifested in the list of awards received over the years. Indulge in delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals daily, and spend time for self-care through its beauty salon, fitness room, and art studio. Explore its beautifully designed common spaces and meet new companions along the way. With Brightview Holmdel, seniors are guaranteed a living experience worth remembering.

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Overview of Sunrise of Edgewater

Sunrise of Edgewater offers assisted living, hospice care, and memory care in Edgewater, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports residents who need end of life care.

The range of care may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a secure, supervised setting. Residents can choose a studio, one bedroom, or two bedroom home. A studio suits one resident, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet. Ms. Sarah Wissler serves as the administrator, and the community has 87 beds. A Walk Score of 75 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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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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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.