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Best Assisted Living in New Jersey

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 647 homes in New Jersey

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Compare Assisted Living around New Jersey The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.

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Broadway House for Continuing Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Newark (Mount Pleasant/Lower Broadway)
78No 86 -University HospitalMr. James Gonzalez 83.3% -10191.9
Bentley Commons at Paragon Village
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Hackettstown (Mount Olive Township)
82Yes 14 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedKdg Paragon, LlcMs. Dawn Duffy 96.3% -5102.0
Sunrise of Wall
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Wall Township (Osbornes Mills)
90Yes 53 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSzr Wall Assisted Living, LlcRacquel Williams 70.0% -510.2
CareOne at Livingston
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Livingston (Passaic Avenue)
76No 12 -Care Two, LlcMr. Michael Brienza 76.3% -8121.5
Preferred Care at Mercer
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Ewing Township (Fernwood)
100No 64 -Preferred Care At Mercer, LlcMr. Shalom Dickstein 81.0% -11181.6
Brookdale Florham Park
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Florham Park
77Yes 55 Studio / 1 BedAhc Florham Park, LlcMs.. Leah Jennings 70.1% A+520.4
Sunrise of Summit
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Summit
97Yes 71 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSummit Opco, LlcMs. Courtney Catrone 75.3% -410.3
Sunrise of Lincroft
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Lincroft
85Yes 56 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWelltower Opco Group LlcMs. Wendy Mcguire 68.2% A-500.0
Sunrise of Shrewsbury
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Shrewsbury
95Yes 55 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSunrise Of Shrewsbury Opco, LlcMs. Joyce Yencarelli 56.8% -700.0
The Delaney of Bridgewater
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bridgewater (Martinsville)
97Yes 5 -Lcs Bridgewater Operations Ii LlcMs. Julianne Mackey 67.0% -510.2
Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Freehold Township (Stonehurst West)
94No 54 Studio / 1 BedCentra State Assisted Living, Inc.Ms. Courtney Paul 69.1% -100.0
Sunrise of Edgewater
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Edgewater
87Yes 75 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWelltower Opco Group LlcMs. Sarah Wissler--100.0
Sunrise of Cresskill
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Cresskill
99Yes 73 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSjv 1 Cresskill Opco LlcMs. Danna Schmude 86.9% -300.0
The Chelsea at Fairlawn
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Fair Lawn
74Yes 79 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedTc/Csl Fairlawn Senior LivingMelissa Holden--144.0
The Bristal at Waldwick
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Waldwick (Wyckoff Avenue)
93Yes 15 Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsEngel Burman Senior Care At Waldwick, LlcMrs. Colette Peteet 77.4% -200.0
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The Care Factory Inc

397 Haledon Avenue, Suite 202, Haledon, NJ 07508
Care Factory Inc, The is an adult medical daycare center located in Haledon, NJ. It provides healthcare supervision, personal care services, and a variety of daily activities for elderly individuals who can live at home but require special healthcare services. The facility offers transportation, nutritious meals, and rehabilitation services to enhance the quality of life for its members.
Overview of The Care Factory INC
Care Factory Inc, The is an adult medical daycare center located in Haledon, NJ. It provides healthcare supervision, personal care services, and a variety of daily activities for elderly individuals who can live at home but require special healthcare services. The facility offers transportation, nutritious meals, and rehabilitation services to enhance the quality of life for its members.

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Salem County Adult Day Center is a compassionate adult day care center located in Penns Grove, NJ. It offers a range of services including medical care, social activities, personal care, nutritional support, and respite care. The center aims to enhance the well-being and independence of its participants while providing essential support to their families.
Overview of Salem County Adult Care
Salem County Adult Day Center is a compassionate adult day care center located in Penns Grove, NJ. It offers a range of services including medical care, social activities, personal care, nutritional support, and respite care. The center aims to enhance the well-being and independence of its participants while providing essential support to their families.

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Chestnut Hill Residences by Complete Care offers assisted living services in Passaic, NJ. The facility provides a range of care options including post-acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care. Residents enjoy nutritious meals and a supportive environment focused on their well-being.
Overview of Chestnut Hill Residences by Complete Care
Chestnut Hill Residences by Complete Care offers assisted living services in Passaic, NJ. The facility provides a range of care options including post-acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care. Residents enjoy nutritious meals and a supportive environment focused on their well-being.

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Promising Adult Daycare

540 Straight Street, 3rd Floor, Paterson, NJ 07503
Promising Adult Daycare is located in Paterson, NJ. It offers a variety of services including medical, nursing, pharmacy, dietary, social, transportation, therapeutic, and ancillary activities.
Overview of Promising Adult Daycare
Promising Adult Daycare is located in Paterson, NJ. It offers a variety of services including medical, nursing, pharmacy, dietary, social, transportation, therapeutic, and ancillary activities.

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Wedgwood Gardens Care Center is a 5-Star rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Freehold, New Jersey. It offers a variety of services, including intensive subacute rehabilitation therapy and compassionate long-term care. The facility is conveniently located near CentraState Medical Center and provides a warm and supportive environment for residents.
Overview of Wedgwood Gardens Care Center
Wedgwood Gardens Care Center is a 5-Star rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Freehold, New Jersey. It offers a variety of services, including intensive subacute rehabilitation therapy and compassionate long-term care. The facility is conveniently located near CentraState Medical Center and provides a warm and supportive environment for residents.

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Arden Courts at Cherry Hill specializes in memory care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The community is designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment with personalized programming and around-the-clock licensed nursing support. Residents enjoy structured activities and assistance with daily needs in a homelike setting.
Overview of Arden Courts (cherry Hill)
Arden Courts at Cherry Hill specializes in memory care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The community is designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment with personalized programming and around-the-clock licensed nursing support. Residents enjoy structured activities and assistance with daily needs in a homelike setting.

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Happy Home Adult Day Care is located in Paterson, NJ. It provides professional and warm care services for seniors, including various activity programs tailored to individual needs. The facility ensures a safe environment and offers nutritious meals prepared by a professional nutritionist.
Overview of Happy Home Adult Day Care
Happy Home Adult Day Care is located in Paterson, NJ. It provides professional and warm care services for seniors, including various activity programs tailored to individual needs. The facility ensures a safe environment and offers nutritious meals prepared by a professional nutritionist.

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Careone at Hanover Township is a skilled nursing facility located in Whippany, NJ. It offers a range of services including assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and long-term care. The facility focuses on providing high-quality care in a welcoming environment.
Overview of Careone at Hanover Township
Careone at Hanover Township is a skilled nursing facility located in Whippany, NJ. It offers a range of services including assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and long-term care. The facility focuses on providing high-quality care in a welcoming environment.

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Royal Suites Healthcare and Rehabilitation provides outstanding healthcare in a beautiful environment with luxurious accommodations and amenities. It offers a full range of healthcare services including rehabilitative therapy, skilled nursing care, post-surgical care, long-term care, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, as well as respite and palliative care. The facility is located in Galloway, New Jersey, close to Atlanticare Regional Medical Center and Shore Memorial Hospital.
Overview of Royal Suites Health Care & Rehabilitation
Royal Suites Healthcare and Rehabilitation provides outstanding healthcare in a beautiful environment with luxurious accommodations and amenities. It offers a full range of healthcare services including rehabilitative therapy, skilled nursing care, post-surgical care, long-term care, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, as well as respite and palliative care. The facility is located in Galloway, New Jersey, close to Atlanticare Regional Medical Center and Shore Memorial Hospital.

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Active Day of Marlton offers quality adult day health services with skilled support and engaging programs. The center provides a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for adults with special abilities and seniors. Services include adult day services, home care, and specialized programming for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Overview of Active Day of Marlton
Active Day of Marlton offers quality adult day health services with skilled support and engaging programs. The center provides a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for adults with special abilities and seniors. Services include adult day services, home care, and specialized programming for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.

An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:

  • Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
  • Website quality and digital trust indicators
  • Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)

These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.

Balancing Additional Factors

The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.

These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.

The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.