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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 287 assisted living communities in NJ using NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NJ
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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. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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 grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Jewish Home Family
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Rockleigh
180
Facility 180
NJ AVG 104
Rank #12 / 255
No
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 43
Rank #245 / 285
Private RoomsJewish Home At RockleighMr. Aryeh Markowitz
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #1 / 216
-B+9
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 18
Rank #177 / 253
1.3
Facility 1.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #92 / 247
Spring Oak at Berlin
AL
MC
RC
Berlin
115
Facility 115
NJ AVG 104
Rank #84 / 255
Yes
20
Facility 20
NJ AVG 43
Rank #231 / 285
-Spring Oak Assisted Living At Voorhees LLCSherry Kohl
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #129 / 216
-A5
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #73 / 253
0.6
Facility 0.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #51 / 247
Oakbridge Terrace Assisted Living At Evergreens
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Moorestown (Moorestown-Lenola)
66
Facility 66
NJ AVG 104
Rank #208 / 255
No
73
Facility 73
NJ AVG 43
Rank #40 / 285
-Acts Retirement-Life Communities, IncMicahel Lopatine
53.0%
Facility 53.0%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #186 / 216
-A3
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #58 / 253
0.7
Facility 0.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #55 / 247
Sunrise of Wall
AL
HOS
MC
Wall Township (Osbornes Mills)
90
Facility 90
NJ AVG 104
Rank #167 / 255
Yes
53
Facility 53
NJ AVG 43
Rank #99 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSzr Wall Assisted Living, LLCMr. Brian Cook
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #127 / 216
-A5
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #73 / 253
0.6
Facility 0.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #51 / 247
The Oaks at Denville
AL
HC
IL
SNF
Denville
34
Facility 34
NJ AVG 104
Rank #250 / 255
No
45
Facility 45
NJ AVG 43
Rank #126 / 285
-Springpoint At Denville, IncMr. Daniel Schwartz
79.4%
Facility 79.4%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #83 / 216
-A+4
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #58 / 253
0.5
Facility 0.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #41 / 247
Brightview Greentree
AL
IL
MC
Marlton
99
Facility 99
NJ AVG 104
Rank #143 / 255
Yes
55
Facility 55
NJ AVG 43
Rank #86 / 285
1 Bed / 2 BedBh Brightview Greentree Opco, LLCMs. Jennifer Steen
79.8%
Facility 79.8%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #79 / 216
-A-4
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 18
Rank #92 / 253
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #70 / 247
Brightview Warren
AL
MC
Warren (Warrenville)
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 104
Rank #63 / 255
Yes
55
Facility 55
NJ AVG 43
Rank #86 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview Warren, LLCMs. Farrah Molfetta
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #56 / 216
-B+4
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 18
Rank #111 / 253
1.3
Facility 1.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #92 / 247
Heritage of Clara Barton
AL
HOS
IL
Edison (Clara Barton)
98
Facility 98
NJ AVG 104
Rank #146 / 255
Yes
75
Facility 75
NJ AVG 43
Rank #35 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedHeritage Of Clara Barton CorpMr. Tzvi Posen
91.8%
Facility 91.8%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #24 / 216
-A-4
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #73 / 253
0.8
Facility 0.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #63 / 247
Brookdale Monroe
AL
MC
Monroe Township (The Estates At Monroe)
116
Facility 116
NJ AVG 104
Rank #80 / 255
Yes
28
Facility 28
NJ AVG 43
Rank #194 / 285
Studio / 1 BedAhc Monroe Township, LLCBarbara Lavelle
77.6%
Facility 77.6%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #91 / 216
A+C+3
9
Facility 9
NJ AVG 18
Rank #151 / 253
3.0
Facility 3.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #187 / 247
Spring Oak at Vineland
AL
MC
RC
Vineland
115
Facility 115
NJ AVG 104
Rank #84 / 255
Yes
41
Facility 41
NJ AVG 43
Rank #139 / 285
-Spring Oak Assisted Living At Vineland LLCMs. Patricia Kaylor
95.7%
Facility 95.7%
NJ AVG 72.4%
Rank #15 / 216
D+C+2
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 18
Rank #92 / 253
2.0
Facility 2.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #133 / 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 Jewish Home Family

Jewish Home at Rockleigh is a 180-bed nursing home in Rockleigh, NJ, that offers skilled nursing, rehabilitation, memory care, and hospice care. The community also promotes a supportive environment, dedicated to older adults’ comfort. Laundry, therapy, and respite services are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Focusing on residents’ needs and preferences, personalized care plans are provided to help them live to their potential in retirement. 

Yoga, art therapy, and special programs tailored to residents’ abilities also help residents stay active and socially engaged. An on-site beauty salon, a library, and plenty of family-friendly spaces are available for residents’ recreation and wellness. With its serene setting near Rockleigh Woods, residents have a laid-back retirement. As one of the finest options for senior living in New Jersey, Jewish Home Family continuously provides exceptional standards of care.

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Overview of Heritage of Clara Barton

Heritage of Clara Barton, located in the historic section of Edison, NJ, offers a new way for seniors to embrace independence in a supportive community. The pet-friendly assisted and independent living community is situated in a beautifully renovated school building from 1921, featuring 84 spacious assisted living apartments and 27 independent living apartments. Residents enjoy a warm, home-like atmosphere where they live among friends and neighbors, with around-the-clock support and assistance tailored to their individual needs.

The community encourages family involvement and communication, recognizing the importance of staying connected with loved ones. Heritage of Clara Barton’s comprehensive services include assisted living, independent living, 24-hour staffing, personalized care plans, physical, occupational and speech therapy, dementia care, medication management, and more. Residents can take advantage of numerous amenities, such as a 24/7 bistro, wellness center, beauty salon, movie theater, restaurant-style dining, and a variety of activities and events to keep them happy and healthy.

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Overview of Brightview Warren

Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Warren, NJ, Brightview Warren is a dependable senior living community that provides premiere assisted living and memory care services to seniors dealing with memory loss. Residents experience utmost comfort and convenience in beautifully designed apartments, built to give them freedom, with large floor plans, full kitchens, and washers and dryers. Whether you need just a little assistance with mobility and medications or more extensive help through the community’s renowned Warren Memory Care program, you are sure to experience the personalized care that Brightview is known for.

Residents are guaranteed to thrive holistically with a vibrant calendar of activities and convenient amenities, designed to provide ample opportunities for enjoyment, leisure, and wellness. Most of the chores are taken care of to provide residents the freedom to spend more of their time doing things that matter to them most. Meals provide more than just nourishment and foster bonding and making new connections. Here, residents get to experience a fulfilling lifestyle with the community’s outstanding efforts and services.

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Overview of Brightview Greentree

Explore a truly comfortable living with Brightview Greentree located in Marlton, NJ. This vibrant senior living community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can select from a wide array of spacious and well-appointed accommodations based on the preferences or tastes of its residents. With a highly equipped and dedicated team, residents can receive premium care services and emergency assistance to ensure comfort and security within the community.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy chef-prepared meals in restaurant-style dining, housekeeping and maintenance services, and many more. Participate in a full-packed calendar of social activities like outings and cultural events. Meet new friends and create meaningful memories within the beautifully created shared spaces of this community. With Brightview Greentree, seniors can live a wonderful retirement.

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Spring Oak at Vineland

1611 S Main Rd, Vineland, NJ 08360
Overview of Spring Oak at Vineland

Nestled amidst the tranquil landscapes of Vineland, NJ, Spring Oak Vineland emerges as a haven of renewal, growth, and blossoming potential. Within the walls of Spring Oak Vineland, residents find not just a community, but a place where every detail is catered to support their well-being and create a sense of belonging. From the elegantly appointed assisted living apartment to the outdoor gardens, every corner reflects a commitment to creating a nurturing environment. What truly sets Spring Oak Vineland apart is its dedication to providing exemplary assisted living and memory care services. Each resident is seen as having unique needs and preferences, and the dedicated team ensures appropriate care is provided.

As the sole provider of assisted living with memory care support in Cumberland County, this community is relied upon and trusted by seniors and neighboring assisted living communities to provide a safe and secure place for those struggling with memory loss and requiring a higher level of care. Through care plans and compassionate support, Spring Oak Vineland offers a rich tapestry of amenities and activities, enriching social events, daily classes, and delicious daily meals. Another standout aspect of Spring Oak Vineland is its high nurse-to-resident ratio, ensuring that attentive and skilled care is readily available when residents need it.

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Brookdale Monroe

380 Forsgate Dr, Monroe Township, NJ 08831
Overview of Brookdale Monroe

Brookdale Monroe offers assisted living and memory care in Monroe Township, New Jersey. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in a studio or one bedroom residence. Memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, and the two care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community.

Brookdale Monroe has 116 beds. Monthly starting prices are $6,710 for assisted living and $8,940 for memory care, with the higher memory care rate reflecting the additional supervision and secured setting this care requires. Respite care is also available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.

Residents can spend time outdoors in the courtyard and garden, join gardening clubs, trivia nights, and painting workshops, or visit the salon and spa. A private dining room offers a designated space for meals with guests during special occasions. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in, and Barbara Lavelle serves as the administrator of Brookdale Monroe.

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Overview of Oakbridge Terrace Assisted Living at Evergreens

Oakbridge Terrace Assisted Living at Evergreens provides assisted living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Nursing Care, Palliative Care, and Skilled Nursing in Moorestown, NJ. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while they maintain their own apartment. Home Care delivers support where a resident lives, while Independent Living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Nursing Care provides ongoing nursing support, and Skilled Nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice Care focuses on comfort and support for someone near the end of life, while Palliative Care focuses on relief from serious illness symptoms. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and short term rehabilitation provides temporary therapy during recovery.

The community has 66 beds in the Moorestown Lenola neighborhood. A wellness center, fitness center, and walking trails give residents places for wellness activities and outdoor walks. Rehabilitation services and licensed therapists support residents receiving therapy, while the range of care types can suit someone whose needs may change over time.

Medicare is accepted for eligible covered services. Micahel Lopatine serves as administrator, and Acts Retirement Life Communities operates the community. With a Walk Score of 73, the area is very walkable, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Sunrise of Wall

Sunrise of Wall is a senior living community located just a short drive from the Jersey Shore beaches in Wall, New Jersey. The community helps residents continue pursuing their hobbies and interests while enjoying the company of good friends and neighbors, with room rates starting at $6,597 per month. At Sunrise of Wall, residents will find hands-on, personalized care, as every aspect of the community is designed with their success in mind. The team is committed to supporting residents’ independence, balancing safety and security with autonomy and choice, and working closely with each individual to develop a flexible, customized care plan.

Residents at Sunrise of Wall enjoy a chore-free lifestyle, leaving them ample time to pursue their interests and explore new hobbies. The community offers an engaging lifestyle with a variety of clubs, such as baking, walking, and floral arranging, as well as restaurant-style dining with opportunities for residents to share their requests and family recipes with the culinary team. Sunrise of Wall features a range of private suite options, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, and residents can enjoy a touch of pampering with visits to the on-site beauty salon and barbershop. Conveniently located in Wall, NJ, the community is just minutes from dining options, convenient stores, and the famed Jersey Shore beaches, as well as close to Fairway Mews Golf Club, Spring Lake Golf Club, and the Jersey Shore Medical Center.

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Overview of The Oaks at Denville

The Oaks at Denville offers assisted living, Home Care, Independent Living, and Skilled Nursing in Denville, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Home Care allows someone to receive support while living at home, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need support during recovery, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver is traveling or recovering.

With 34 beds, The Oaks at Denville is a smaller community. That can suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents get to know each other. The range of care types may suit someone whose needs change over time, with options extending from independent living to assisted living and skilled nursing. A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would generally need to arrange transportation for errands.

Ms. Helene Unger serves as the administrator, and Springpoint At Denville operates the community.

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Overview of The Residence at Cherry Hill

The Residence at Cherry Hill is an assisted living, memory care, and respite care community at 1979 Route 70 East in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 3, so most errands and outings require driving rather than walking.

The community has 132 beds and is currently operating at 80% occupancy, with 105 beds filled. Residents have access to rehabilitation services, nursing services, and 24-hour staffing, along with respite care for families who need a temporary stay option rather than a permanent move.

Amenities include a salon, library, walking paths, a patio, a theater, and a dedicated entertainment space, alongside gourmet dining. Assisted living studios start at $4,500 per month, while memory care studios, which typically involve a higher level of staffing and support, start at $6,995 per month.

State inspections of the community are conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health’s Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing division. Inspection themes at this community have centered on medication management, infection prevention and control, and care planning and documentation. These are the areas regulators have focused on when evaluating the facility’s day-to-day operations.

Families weighing a move here can expect a mid-sized community with dedicated memory care and respite options, set in a suburban, car-oriented part of Cherry Hill, with pricing that varies meaningfully depending on the level of care needed.

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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.