
Where in New Jersey are you looking?
Browse communities by city.
Asbury Park
Atlantic County
Basking Ridge
Bernards
Bloomfield
Brick Township
Bridgewater
Burlington County
Camden
Clifton
Clinton
Colts Neck
Deptford
Edison
Elizabeth
Englewood
Fair Lawn
Florence
Florham Park
Franklin
Glassboro
Gloucester County
Hackettstown
Hamilton
Hillsborough
Hudson County
Jackson
Jersey City
Lakewood
Linwood
Mahwah
Mercer County
Middle Township
Middlesex County
Monmouth County
Monroe Township
Montvale
Morris County
Mt. Arlington
New Brunswick
Newark
North Cape
Ocean County
Old Bridge
Old Tappan
Passaic County
Paterson
Pleasantville
Princeton
Randolph
Riverton
Salem
Sewell
Shrewsbury
Somerset County
Sparta Township
Toms River
Trenton
Voorhees Township
Wall Township
Warren
Washington Township
Wayne
West Orange
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 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 |
Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough
The Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Hillsborough, New Jersey, a part of the Bridgeway Senior Healthcare family of senior living and care communities, is the newest community, providing long-term care, skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation in a comfortable, safe, and home-like environment. It is conveniently located on the same campus as its sister community the Avalon Assisted Living Residence at Hillsborough.
At the Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center, staff is here to help individuals get on the road to recovery. It offers comprehensive Physical, Occupational and Speech therapies on-site 7 days a week along with specialized programs for Hip, Knee, Stroke, Cardiac, Neurology, and Pulmonary therapies.
Whether an individual’s needs require short-term care, long-term nursing care or rehabilitative support post-hospitalization, for aging or chronic illness, the Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center offers high-quality care in a comfortable, compassionate environment. The staff treats every resident with the utmost respect and dignity and strives to help each person function at the highest level possible by providing a variety of skilled services. Patient education and communication are at the core of these services.
An interdisciplinary, experienced care team of nurses, therapists, and certified nursing assistants is accessible around-the-clock to respond to the unique needs of each patient and resident. A physician directs all care, and the team is in regular contact with families so that they can rest assured that their loved one is happy, comfortable and receiving the care they require. The nursing team is acclaimed for the quality of service it provides.
The goal is to help patients achieve maximum functional ability and improve their health so they can return home as quickly and safely as possible. All therapies include a coordinated “transition to home” program, virtual rehabilitation, state-of-the-art assistive equipment and technologies, and advanced pain management.
If more support is required before returning home and to activities of daily living, patients can transition easily to one of Bridgeway Senior Healthcare’s Avalon Assisted Living Residences for the additional therapy they need to help get them get back to doing what they love. During their stay, residents can enjoy the lovely outdoor courtyards, a robust activities schedule and elegant dining – all designed to enhance their healing process
Once a resident in any of the Bridgeway Senior Healthcare family of communities, individuals will have access to a comprehensive family of coordinated health services. In addition to Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care and Skilled Nursing, other services include Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care (short-term stays), and Home Therapy. This continuum of care distinguishes Bridgeway Senior Healthcare from others and is what its family will deliver to its residents and their families.
……………
Bridgeway Senior Healthcare has received Newsweek’s and U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes awards and is recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in New Jersey. The Bridgeway Care & Rehabilitation Centers have been recognized by readers of the Courier News as Best Nursing Home, Best Physical Therapy, One of the Best for Company Culture, and One of the Best for Adult Community for several consecutive years.
Family owned and operated, Bridgeway Senior Healthcare is devoted to caring for seniors like family in communities that feel like home. Since 1981, it has been a respected leader in Central New Jersey, setting the standard for enriching the quality of life for seniors. It bridges the way for seniors to enjoy independent lives with the comfort, privacy and dignity they deserve.
CareOne at East Brunswick Assisted Living is a reliable senior living community in Middlesex County, East Brunswick, NJ, that offers assisted living and memory care services. The community welcomes residents into beautiful accommodations and provides them with highly personalized care. A dedicated care team is available 24/7 to provide excellent care and oversee residents’ customized care plans to ensure they are receiving efficient care services.
Conveniently located near New Jersey Turnpike and Route 18, East Brunswick provides easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment options, encouraging a fun and vibrant lifestyle. The community also offers a broad range of amenities and activities that presents plenty of opportunities for socialization. Residents also enjoy restaurant-style dining and gourmet cuisine prepared by a team of talented chefs. Amenities include on-site beauty salons, movie theaters, and libraries to promote residents’ mind-body wellness.
At Harbour View Senior Living, located in serene North Bergen, NJ, the individuality of each resident is celebrated through a continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, short-term and long-term care in addition to trusted and innovative memory care services. Residents of this community admire the way in which the management and staff promote an active lifestyle with activities and programs that keep them engaged and fulfilled.
Harbour View is a premier provider of senior living services in New Jersey due to its welcoming environment and accommodating services that contribute to its top-notch quality. This community provides residents with an array of options to choose from in terms of schedule, flexibility, and activities adjusted to their liking. This beautiful and historic community has been designed for accessibility and enjoyment with its common areas, lounges, library, restaurant-style dining, cafe, and fitness center.
The Bristal at Wayne, New Jersey. Situated near Point View Reservoir, this pet-friendly community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents enjoy tastefully decorated apartments, beautiful common areas, and exceptional care from a dedicated team. The Bristal is close to shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Play a round of golf, attend a concert at William Paterson University, or explore historical sites and natural beauty like Laurelwood Arboretum and Paterson Great Falls. Choose from spacious studios, one, or two-bedroom apartments. You’ll receive three daily meals, housekeeping, laundry services, and a full calendar of events and trips. Enjoy on-site amenities like a bistro, fitness center, salon, cinema, and library.
Located in the welcoming community of Township, NJ, Graceland Gardens is an esteemed senior living community that offers assisted living services. Here, residents can select from stunning and spacious single or double suites. Having a competent and compassionate on-site team, the community is committed to fostering an independent and graceful living experience for each resident, while also offering essential services tailored to their overall health and lifestyle.
Explore its exceptional amenities and services including tasty and healthy meals, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, 24/7 security and nursing, recreation room, salon services, and many more. Create unforgettable memories with new companions within beautifully created shared spaces of this community. With Graceland Gardens, seniors are assured of an ultimately secure and relaxing living experience.
A distinguished senior living community residing in the peaceful neighborhood of Summerhill Road, East Brunswick, NJ, Sunrise of East Brunswick offers assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. The community features various spacious and pet-friendly floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, and companion suites. With a compassionate and skilled team lending support 24/7, seniors enjoy their independence and live a worry-free retirement.
The community ensures seniors’ needs and aspirations are cared for with care plans tailored to them. Engaging activities and fun learning opportunities are orchestrated for seniors to remain connected with their surroundings. Indulge in delicious and healthy meals served to cater to residents’ cravings and dietary needs. Sunrise of East Brunswick is an ideal place to live your golden years in comfort and convenience with its tranquil campus located near local amenities for their amusement and necessities.
Sunrise of Shrewsbury is a senior living community conveniently situated in a prime Shrewsbury, New Jersey location, offering residents a highly personalized experience complete with cuisine tailored to their tastes and many ways to connect with what they love. The community provides room rates starting at $7,448 per month and delivers services through an experienced and compassionate team of caregivers. Residents at Sunrise of Shrewsbury can enjoy private living in their own personal suites and gather with friends in the community’s gardens, patios, and walking paths when they desire company. The community allows residents to plan their days according to their desires, whether reading a book or engaging in the many scheduled and resident-inspired opportunities designed to enrich the mind, body, and spirit.
Sunrise of Shrewsbury offers a variety of engaging activities, including walking club, religious services, balloon tennis, poker club, afternoon socials, games, and baking club. Residents can enjoy the natural beauty from the community’s sunroom or cozy up next to the living room fireplace, while looking forward to the restaurant-style dining and wide selection of fresh, seasonal meals, including desserts. The community provides various floor plan options, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units with private baths. Sunrise of Shrewsbury is located within a beautiful residential area in Shrewsbury, NJ, off Route 35 in northeastern Monmouth County, within easy reach of nearby towns and local attractions, and near Hackensack Meridian Health Riverview Medical Center and Shrewsbury Ambulatory Surgery Center.
An elegant and luxurious home that steeps excellence, Arbor Terrace Mount Laurel has raised the standard of senior living. Their dedicated team of professional staff strives to provide care that is nothing short of extraordinary. The community practices a results-driven lifestyle that aims to provide quality service for its assisted living and memory care residences. Seniors can thrive at Arbor Terrace Mount Larel.
They offer an array of opportunities to be discovered–through its activities and programs allowing for a mentally and physically stimulating environment for residents. Assisted living and memory care residents each receive specific care in terms of assistance with daily living and memory care– that is assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing; medication management; activities for physical and mental stimulation activities.
With several recognitions under its wing including US News Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care, Brandywine Signature Haddonfield is an esteemed senior living community residing in Warwick Road, Haddonfield, NJ, that offers assisted living and memory care. The community features cozy and sophisticated residences, ensuring seniors experience the utmost relaxation and security they deserve. Spend your golden years without worries with a kind and compassionate team lending extra care around the clock.
Seek for new learnings and enjoy your interests with engaging activities and exciting programs. Maintain an active and happy lifestyle with the warm and welcoming environment of Brandywine Signature Haddonfield. Feel good with delightful and nutritious meals served to meet dietary needs and tastes. Surrounded by luscious greenery, Brandywine Signature Haddonfield goes above and beyond to provide a safe place for seniors to create lasting memories.
Van Dyk Park Place is a distinguished senior living community located in Hawthorne, New Jersey. Here, seniors can find solace and exceptional care in their assisted living apartments and experience the many memory care benefits in their offered programs. The dedicated memory care professionals are trained to provide personalized assistance and support to individuals with memory-related conditions. Through innovative therapies and engaging activities, the aim is to enhance cognitive function, promote emotional well-being, and foster a sense of belonging.
The spacious and well-appointed apartments are thoughtfully designed to cater to the diverse preferences and lifestyles of residents, ensuring they feel right at ease. The home also offers a wide range of amenities and services to enrich the lives of residents. From delicious dining options and stimulating social activities to transportation services and housekeeping assistance, the well-being and convenience of residents are prioritized at every turn.
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
Nearby Cities
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 290 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.



















