Other senior care options in New Jersey:

Page 30 of Best Assisted Living in New Jersey

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 305 assisted living communities in New Jersey using New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NJ
Reviewed by
Last updated
Jul 2026
We analyzed
305 homes
Other senior care options in New Jersey:

Video Tour: Top-rated Assisted Living facilities in New Jersey.

Watch this Video to see New Jersey's Top-rated Senior Communities
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: 125The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Jersey. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around New Jersey

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 RoomsJob Haines Home For Aged PeopleMr. David Repoli 97.5% -8
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 BedSkilled Nursing At Fellowship VillageMr. Jack Ellias 86.6% -11
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 BedWinchester Gardens Health Care CenterMr. David Weiner 86.7% -7
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 BedBrighton Gardens Of EdisonMikaela Ellis-A+5
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 BedBrookdale EmersonMs. Adele Lazzarino 63.8% A+2
-
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 LivingstonMr. Michael Brienza 76.3% -8
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 BedBrookdale HillsboroughMr. Michael Juliano 52.1% A+2
-
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 TcuMs. Deborah Petersen0-2
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 CircleMr. Alok Anand--6
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 BedSunrise Of CresskillMs. Danna Schmude 86.9% -3
-
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 BedBrandywine Living At Brandall EstatesMs. Katherine Prassas 76.0% -2
-
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 BedBrandywine Living At MahwahMr. Peter Gunderson 82.2% -4--
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 BedBrightview HolmdelMr. Not Assigned--1
-
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 BedThe Residence At Basking RidgeAllison Kuiken--2
-
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 BedMonmouth CrossingMs. Courtney Paul 69.1% -1
-
Facility -
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 413
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 413
Rows per page:
View all Nearby Homes

Fritz Reuter Altenheim

3161 John F. Kennedy Blvd, North Bergen, NJ 07047
Overview of Fritz Reuter Altenheim

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.

Contact Fritz Reuter Altenheim

Overview of Spring Oak at Forked River

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.

Contact Spring Oak at Forked River

Bryan Manor

600 Old Chester Rd, Peapack And Gladstone, NJ 07934
Overview of Bryan Manor

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.

Contact Bryan Manor

St. Joseph’s Rest Home

46-52 Preakness Ave, Paterson, NJ 07522
Overview of St. Joseph’s Rest Home

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.

Contact St. Joseph’s Rest Home

Overview of Cranford Park Care

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.

Contact Cranford Park Care

Overview of Mira Vie at Manalapan

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.

Contact Mira Vie at Manalapan

Colonial Manor At Panther Valley

1627 County Rd 517, Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Overview of Colonial Manor at Panther Valley

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.

Contact Colonial Manor At Panther Valley

Overview of Harrogate Retirement Community

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.

Contact Harrogate Retirement Community

Overview of New Standard Living Hammonton

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.

Contact New Standard Living Hammonton

Overview of Arbor Terrace Morris Plains

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.

Contact Arbor Terrace Morris Plains

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
No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
How we're paid: If we help you find a community and you move in, that community may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
Submit a correction
Who we are

Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way

We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.

Contact us Today

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.