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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
| Job Haines Home | AL HC NH RC SNF | Bloomfield (Bloomfield Avenue) | 40
Facility
40
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#529 / 560 | No |
85
Facility
85
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#62 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / Private and Semi-Private Nursing Rooms | Job Haines Home For Aged People | Mr. David Repoli | 97.5% | - | 8 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#80 / 422 | 12
Facility
12
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#242 / 413 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#210 / 413 |
| Fellowship Village | AL HC HOS IL MC NH SNF | Basking Ridge | 67
Facility
67
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#470 / 560 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#476 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Skilled Nursing At Fellowship Village | Mr. Jack Ellias | 86.6% | - | 11 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#80 / 422 | 18
Facility
18
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#265 / 413 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#216 / 413 |
| Winchester Gardens | AL HC IL MC NH RC SNF | Maplewood (Newark Heights) | 30
Facility
30
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#545 / 560 | Yes |
24
Facility
24
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#481 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Winchester Gardens Health Care Center | Mr. David Weiner | 86.7% | - | 7 | 2
Facility
2
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#154 / 422 | 19
Facility
19
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#266 / 413 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#272 / 413 |
| Brighton Gardens of Edison | AL HOS MC NH SNF | Edison (Oak Tree Road) | 118
Facility
118
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#287 / 560 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#197 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brighton Gardens Of Edison | Mikaela Ellis | - | A+ | 5 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#230 / 422 | 17
Facility
17
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#261 / 413 | 3.4
Facility
3.4
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#305 / 413 |
| Brookdale Emerson | AL MC | Emerson | 105
Facility
105
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#355 / 560 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#387 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Brookdale Emerson | Ms. Adele Lazzarino | 63.8% | A+ | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| CareOne at Livingston | AL MC NH RC SNF | Livingston (Passaic Avenue) | 76
Facility
76
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#442 / 560 | No |
12
Facility
12
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#569 / 638 | - | Careone At Livingston | Mr. Michael Brienza | 76.3% | - | 8 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#230 / 422 | 33
Facility
33
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#310 / 413 | 4.1
Facility
4.1
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#341 / 413 |
| Brookdale Hillsborough | AL MC | Hillsborough Township (Hillsborough) | 94
Facility
94
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#408 / 560 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#329 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brookdale Hillsborough | Mr. Michael Juliano | 52.1% | A+ | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| Bayonne Medical Center Transitional Care Services | AL NH | Bayonne (Constable Hook) | 17
Facility
17
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#549 / 560 | No |
88
Facility
88
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#43 / 638 | - | Carepoint Health - Bayonne Hospital Center Tcu | Ms. Deborah Petersen | 0 | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#106 / 413 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#134 / 413 |
| Laurel Circle | AL IL MC NH SNF | Bridgewater (Finderne) | 35
Facility
35
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#538 / 560 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#387 / 638 | - | Arbor At Laurel Circle | Mr. Alok Anand | - | - | 6 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#230 / 422 | 28
Facility
28
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#296 / 413 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#360 / 413 |
| Sunrise of Cresskill | AL IL MC | Cresskill | 99
Facility
99
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#386 / 560 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#136 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Sunrise Of Cresskill | Ms. Danna Schmude | 86.9% | - | 3 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| Brandywine Brandall Estates | AL MC RC | Linwood | 100
Facility
100
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#367 / 560 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#190 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brandywine Living At Brandall Estates | Ms. Katherine Prassas | 76.0% | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| Brandywine Mahwah | AL MC NH RC | Mahwah (Ackermans Mills) | 107
Facility
107
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#342 / 560 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#458 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Brandywine Living At Mahwah | Mr. Peter Gunderson | 82.2% | - | 4 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | - | - |
| Brightview Holmdel | AL IL MC | Holmdel (Nj 35) | 100
Facility
100
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#367 / 560 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#312 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Brightview Holmdel | Mr. Not Assigned | - | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| The Residence at Basking Ridge | AL IL MC RC | Basking Ridge | 138
Facility
138
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#172 / 560 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#608 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | The Residence At Basking Ridge | Allison Kuiken | - | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living | AL MC RC | Freehold Township (Stonehurst West) | 94
Facility
94
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#408 / 560 | No |
54
Facility
54
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#255 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Monmouth Crossing | Ms. Courtney Paul | 69.1% | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
A three-story senior living community at 3161 John F. Kennedy Boulevard in North Bergen is Fritz Reuter Altenheim. It provides six care levels: independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home services, skilled nursing, and respite care. The building sits in a really walkable neighborhood (Walk Score 93), where daily errands and services are accessible without a car.
The facility accommodates seniors across an array of needs, whether seeking an independent lifestyle, help with daily activities, specialized memory care, or skilled nursing services. Occupants benefit from the location’s strong connectivity to nearby shopping and services, making it convenient for everyday needs and outings. If residents’ needs shift over time, the home structure allows for aging in place with multiple care levels.
For more detailed data about specific services, amenities, programs, or pricing, it’s encouraged that interested residents and families directly contact the facility.
At 601 US Route 9 in Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey, Spring Oak at Forked River operates a three-story assisted living and memory care community welcoming residents age 55 and older. The facility permits pets, enabling residents to maintain the companionship of their animals throughout their living experience.
As a private-pay community, Spring Oak is not CMS-certified for Medicare or Medicaid, though residents may access New Jersey’s public programs including Medicaid MLTSS, the Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving (JACC) program, or VA Aid and Attendance benefits for eligible veterans and their spouses. This structure offers flexibility for families managing long-term care financing through multiple pathways.
The community delivers comprehensive assisted living care alongside memory care services specifically designed for residents navigating cognitive changes. The facility’s care model emphasizes individualized attention, with staff trained to honor each resident’s preferences and maintain their sense of self.
Apartment-style residential units are designed to feel homelike rather than institutional. Programming throughout the community prioritizes cognitive stimulation and social engagement, recognizing that meaningful activities and connections support emotional and mental wellbeing in senior living. Staff organize opportunities for residents to participate in mentally enriching pursuits and build relationships with peers.
The setting presents moderate walkability (Walk Score 56), with nearby amenities accessible on foot and some services requiring transportation. The facility sits 1.1 miles from Lanoka Harbor’s city center, embedded within the Forked River area’s natural landscape. Ocean Health Initiatives hospital is approximately 7.33 miles away, providing access to emergency and specialty medical care. The location balances proximity to healthcare infrastructure with access to the area’s outdoor environment and community resources.
This residential community is oriented toward older adults seeking memory care or assisted living in a personalized, pet-friendly environment that prioritizes cognitive wellness and interpersonal connection.
Residing in the quiet lands of Old Chester Road, Chester, NJ, Bryan Manor is a one-of-a-kind senior living community that offers residential care and respite care. The community features quaint and inviting private bedrooms, ensuring seniors receive the utmost attention for their ever-changing needs and interests. Boasting a compassionate and highly qualified team delivering top-notch care and support around the clock, seniors flourish and reach their full potential.
With a jam-packed calendar of activities and engaging programs, seniors gain meaningful experiences and learn new things. Eat well and feel good with delightful and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Bryan Manor strives to provide a safe place for seniors to create unforgettable moments and pamper themselves with its ethereal campus enveloped by lush nature and picturesque sceneries.
St. Joseph’s Rest Home is a non-profit residential care community in Paterson, NJ, that offers assistance with activities of daily living for older adult women. Promoting a home-like environment, the community ensures residents are comfortable and well-cared for. Recreational activities, well-balanced meals, and a team of compassionate, religious Sisters accompany residents to enhance residents’ quality of life. With its over 70 years of experience in caring for older adults, the community continuously provides a family-style living.
While participation is not required, residents are encouraged to join on-site activities and events to prevent loneliness and isolation. Family and friends are also welcome to visit their loved ones during suggested visiting hours, from 10 A.M. to 6:30 P.M. Located near the pristine Passaic River and other local amenities in Paterson, the community guarantees a laid-back and convenient lifestyle. As one of the ideal choices for senior living in New Jersey, this residential care community ensures older adults can thrive in retirement.
Cranford Park Care is in a walkable neighborhood, and that actually matters; a Walk Score of 95 means families can move around on foot and residents who are able to get out can reach shops and services without arranging a ride. It’s the kind of location that makes a difference for visiting and for quality of life. They take Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Sixty-four beds are occupied out of a hundred, and residents stay on average about five months. That mix tells you it’s handling both people coming out of the hospital needing intensive rehab and people who need longer-term nursing care. Respite, short-term rehab, transitional care.
The staffing numbers are solid. Four hours and twenty-two minutes of nursing care per resident per day is real hands-on attention, not skeleton crew. Weekends stay at three hours and sixteen minutes per person, which is where a lot of places let their coverage slide. With 109 people on payroll (74 direct staff, 35 contractors), they’re not penny-pinching on the care side.
State inspections have flagged issues with how they document care, how they handle medications, and their scheduling practices. Fire safety and building maintenance came up too. Most complaints didn’t hold up, but the recent inspection had no deficiencies, which is a real change from earlier cycles. That suggests they’ve been working on the problems regulators identified.
For families looking at short-term rehab or long-term nursing, this facility has decent bones: strong staffing, a walkable location, and recent movement in the right direction. Worth a visit and a conversation about whether it fits what your family actually needs.
Burrowed in the serene community of Manalapan, NJ, the Mira Vie at Manalapan is a dedicated senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Well-appointed accommodations with several floor plans are available and tailored to individual preferences. Here, an emergency call system is set to assist and accommodate the needs of its residents around the clock. As for those with cognitive conditions, the community offers specialized care, tailored services, and a secure environment through a highly equipped and compassionate team. In terms of respite care, short-term stays with a wide array of options are also available.
Experience its exceptional amenities and services including nutritional dining options, housekeeping and laundry/linen services, spa services and facilities, and an on-site beauty salon and barbershop. Engage in diverse social activities like themed parties, planned group outings, live entertainment, and spiritual services. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with the Mira Vie at Manalapan.
Based in the peaceful and tranquil town of Hackettstown, NJ, Colonial Manor at Panther Valley is a classic senior living community that offers independent living and assisted living. Residents enjoy the comfort and privacy of newly renovated apartments with access to a full private bathroom, WiFi, Cable TV, and personal telephone services. With Emergency Lifeline Pendants provided to every resident and 24-hour medical team and personnel’s, residents can rest easy, knowing that help is always accessible and available.
Enjoy plenty of time exploring new interests or continuing past passions with the help of housekeeping, linen services, and deliciously prepared meals that help residents free themselves from the common hassles of daily living. Residents are always entertained, stimulated and engaged, with a wide variety of activities conducted within and outside the community. Whether you enjoy live music entertainment, playing a game of Bingo with friends, or participating in outdoor recreations, you’ll find something enjoyable to do and explore at Colonial Manor at Panther Valley.
Life Care Services of Harrogate is a distinguished community in Locust Street, Lakewood, NJ, that offers independent living, personal care, short-term rehab, and skilled nursing. With 24-hour care from a compassionate and well-trained team, residents can rest assured of having a comfortable and worry-free retirement. Housekeeping, laundry, and emergency call systems are also available for residents’ convenience and safety.
A robust slate of enriching activities and engaging programs are conducted for residents to remain active and socially connected. Here, residents enjoy mealtimes with healthy and delicious meals catering to their nutritional needs and tastes. Amenities include an activity room, an exercise room, a game room, a library, lounges, and gardens, perfect for socialization and relaxation.
New Standard Living Hammonton is a trusted community in White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ, that provides assisted living. Receive top-tier care and support tailored to your special needs from a care team consisting of dedicated and highly trained professionals available 24/7 for a worry-free lifestyle. With daily living activities, housekeeping, and emergency response available, residents will surely live comfortably and conveniently.
Aside from medical services, the community also conducts fun-filled activities and enriching programs for residents’ happiness and wellness. Eat well and enjoy mealtimes that cater to your dietary needs and tastes for a satisfactory dining experience. The community is filled with specially designed amenities including a library, a beauty salon, and serene outdoors, perfect for those seeking to experience a dynamic retirement.
Arbor Terrace Morris Plains is a nurturing assisted living and memory care community in Morris Plains, NJ, that offers personal care and specialized care for older adults and those with cognitive conditions. The community’s serene and home-like atmosphere ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. With well-balanced meals, medication management, and round-the-clock care, residents are guaranteed a maintenance-free lifestyle. Through a holistic approach to care, the community ensures residents receive the right attention and care for their unique needs.
Light exercises, social events, and a variety of games foster meaningful connections and allow residents to explore new interests. Residents can also lounge and interact with friends, with its spacious courtyards, library, and movie theater. Morristown National Historic Park and Sunrise Lake Beach Club are just some of the local attractions located nearby, providing residents with easy access to recreation and wellness. This assisted living and memory care community is ideal for senior living in New Jersey, especially with its exceptional standards of care.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 305 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.



















