Page 9 of Best Assisted Living in New Jersey

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 284 assisted living communities in NJ using NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NJ
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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: 48/ 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

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Info below is compiled from the NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Brandywine Pennington
AL
MC
NH
RC
Pennington
119
Facility 119
NJ AVG 125
Rank #284 / 560
Yes
41
Facility 41
NJ AVG 48
Rank #354 / 629
-Brandywine Living At PenningtonMs. Kettya Etienne 70.6% 3
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #134 / 412
0.7
Facility 0.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #150 / 412
Brighton Gardens of West Orange
AL
MC
RC
West Orange (Pleasantdale)
132
Facility 132
NJ AVG 125
Rank #187 / 560
Yes
46
Facility 46
NJ AVG 48
Rank #319 / 629
Studio / 1 BedBrighton Gardens Of West OrangeMs. Irania Vargas 65.9% 4
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #112 / 412
0.3
Facility 0.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #118 / 412
Sunrise of Shrewsbury
AL
MC
Shrewsbury
95
Facility 95
NJ AVG 125
Rank #405 / 560
Yes
55
Facility 55
NJ AVG 48
Rank #242 / 629
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSunrise Of ShrewsburyMs. Joyce Yencarelli 56.8% 7
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 412
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 412
Woodbury Mews
AL
IL
MC
Woodbury
118
Facility 118
NJ AVG 125
Rank #287 / 560
Yes
79
Facility 79
NJ AVG 48
Rank #95 / 629
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWoodbury Mews Senior LivingGabrielle Egrie 71.2% 5
9
Facility 9
NJ AVG 18
Rank #220 / 412
1.8
Facility 1.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #222 / 412
Sunrise of Wall
AL
HOS
MC
Wall Township (Osbornes Mills)
90
Facility 90
NJ AVG 125
Rank #415 / 560
Yes
53
Facility 53
NJ AVG 48
Rank #267 / 629
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSunrise Assisted Living Of WallRacquel Williams 70.0% 6
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #112 / 412
0.2
Facility 0.2
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #112 / 412
Brandywine Middlebrook Crossing
AL
MC
RC
Bridgewater (Martinsville)
128
Facility 128
NJ AVG 125
Rank #204 / 560
Yes
37
Facility 37
NJ AVG 48
Rank #388 / 629
-Brandywine Living @ Middlebrook CrossingKerby Coulanges 74.2% 3
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #156 / 412
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #161 / 412
Brookdale Florham Park
AL
MC
Florham Park
77
Facility 77
NJ AVG 125
Rank #441 / 560
Yes
55
Facility 55
NJ AVG 48
Rank #242 / 629
Studio / 1 BedBrookdale Florham ParkMs. Leah Jennings 70.1% 6
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #134 / 412
0.3
Facility 0.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #118 / 412
CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living
AL
MC
NH
Parsippany
93
Facility 93
NJ AVG 125
Rank #413 / 560
No
39
Facility 39
NJ AVG 48
Rank #368 / 629
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private RoomsCare One At Parsippany Assisted LivingNicole Iacolina-Alta 82.8% 3
22
Facility 22
NJ AVG 18
Rank #284 / 412
7.3
Facility 7.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #403 / 412
Allendale Senior Living
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Allendale
216
Facility 216
NJ AVG 125
Rank #42 / 560
No
30
Facility 30
NJ AVG 48
Rank #447 / 629
Studio / Suite / 1 BedAllendale Senior LivingMr. Daniel Silva 39.8% 9
23
Facility 23
NJ AVG 18
Rank #287 / 412
2.6
Facility 2.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #283 / 412
The Chelsea at Sparta
AL
MC
RC
Sparta
75
Facility 75
NJ AVG 125
Rank #445 / 560
Yes
33
Facility 33
NJ AVG 48
Rank #420 / 629
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedThe Chelsea At SpartaMeagan Minutolo-3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 412
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 412

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NJ community we track that reports that metric, not just the 284 on this page.

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Overview of Brandywine Pennington

Situated in the serene neighborhood of West Franklin Avenue, Pennington, NJ, Brandywine Pennington is a distinguished senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. With its bright and welcoming residences, the community promises unparalleled comfort and safety for seniors to experience a worry-free retirement. Ease your mind with a compassionate and well-trained team tending to your needs and aspirations around the clock.

Discover new interests and reignite passions with enjoyable activities and fun learning programs conducted to retain seniors’ leisure and wellness. The community doubles its efforts to provide an unforgettable retirement serving residents with healthy and delicious meals to cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Brandywine Pennington is a great place to spend a peaceful retirement with its quiet and welcoming environment filled with practical amenities.

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Overview of Brighton Gardens of West Orange

Brighton Gardens of West Orange sits in the Pleasantdale section of West Orange, New Jersey, at 220 Pleasant Valley Way. It’s a 132-bed community offering assisted living and memory care, plus respite stays for people who need care for a short while instead of a permanent move. Ms. Irania Vargas serves as the administrator. Monthly rates start at $4,104.

The building has three floors and studio or one-bedroom layouts. Right now it’s about 66 percent full, with 87 of the 132 beds occupied. That’s a decent number of open rooms if a family needs to move fairly soon.

Walking around the neighborhood is only somewhat practical here. The Walk Score is 46, which means a handful of errands are doable on foot, but most trips still need a car. It’s the kind of place where you’d want reliable transportation lined up.

On the care side, residents get rehabilitation services and short-term rehab, plus licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants on site around the clock. That combination works for two different kinds of residents: people who need steady daily support, and people recovering from something like surgery who just need a few weeks of help. A program called Sunrise Careconnect handles healthcare coordination behind the scenes, and every suite comes with its own emergency response system.

Families get a phone app to keep tabs on their person day to day, which is a small thing that matters more than people expect. There’s also a beauty salon on site, and pets are welcome, so residents don’t have to give up a cat or dog to move in.

On the regulatory side, state inspections here have mostly circled around infection prevention and resident rights protections. Those are pretty standard categories that inspectors look at everywhere, not red flags specific to this building.

Brighton Gardens of West Orange is a mid-sized, moderately staffed community. It fits two groups: people who need daily personal care or memory support, and people who need a short-term rehab or respite stay while a family sorts out next steps.

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Overview of Sunrise of Shrewsbury

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.

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Overview of Woodbury Mews

Tucked in the bustling residential area of Green Avenue, Woodbury, NJ, is the idyllic senior living community of Woodbury Mews that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Dedicated to providing comfortable and safe residences, the community features cozy and elegant studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Woodbury Mews takes pride in competent and highly trained professionals delivering care and assistance tailored to seniors’ unique needs and preferences.

Discover new interests and reignite past hobbies through enjoyable activities and engaging programs. Conveniently located near practical amenities and stunning attractions, the community ensures seniors have more time to gain meaningful experiences within a few steps away. Revel in delightful and healthy meals for dietary satisfaction. Surrounded by a bright and friendly neighborhood, Woodbury Mews is great for seniors wanting to live their best years with genuine care and support.

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Overview of Sunrise of Wall

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

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

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Overview of Brandywine Middlebrook Crossing

Experience the finest retirement with Brandywine Middlebrook Crossing, a distinguished senior living community settling in the harmonious neighborhood of Bridgewater, NJ that provides assisted living and memory care. With its cozy and sophisticated residences, the community doubles its efforts for seniors to enjoy their independence wholly. With a team of reliable and highly trained professionals, seniors let go of their worries knowing Brandywine Middlebrook Crossing has their backs.

Brandywine Middlebrook Crossing promotes a vibrant and inviting community for residents to create unforgettable moments and engage with their surroundings. Moreover, healthy and tasty meals are served to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Seniors enjoy their golden years with Brandywine Middlebrook Crossing with its ethereal campus filled with wonderful amenities and warmth. With its dedication to a high standard of care, the community was awarded US News’ Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care.

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Overview of Brookdale Florham Park

Nestled in the serene James Street, Florham Park, NJ, Brookdale Florham Park is an idyllic senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. The community strives to foster familiarity and safety by providing pet-friendly floor plans including cozy studio, private, and shared one-bedroom apartments. Moreover, Brookdale Florham Park promises excellent care and assistance with a compassionate and highly skilled team.

Focusing on the special needs of individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia, the community utilizes its signature Clare Bridge Training that enables them to live their lives confidently. Residents experience meaningful conversations over healthy and delicious meals served daily. Brookdale Florham Park is an ideal place to live your golden years with its wonderful amenities including a coffee shop, a library, a barbershop, a porch, meeting rooms, a fireside living room, and tranquil walking paths.

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Overview of CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle at CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living, an idyllic retreat in Parsippany, NJ, offering assisted living. Residents receive exceptional care from a kind and highly trained team available 24/7. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence without hassles, helping with their daily living activities and personal needs.

Those with cognitive conditions can easily access memory care with the community’s adjacent location near the Harmony Village memory care community. Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are also conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. With delightful and healthy dining options, residents enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents are guaranteed to thrive in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Allendale Senior Living

85 Harreton Rd, Allendale, NJ 07401
Overview of Allendale Senior Living

Have a peaceful retirement with the extraordinary senior living community of Allendale Senior Living, located in the tranquil neighborhood of Harreton Road, Allendale, NJ, that offers assisted living and memory care. Featuring snug and sophisticated accommodations in variations of private and semi-private studio and one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures seniors experience unparalleled comfort and convenience. With round-the-clock care and assistance from a reliable and highly qualified team, residents thrive and experience meaningful things.

With a lively and welcoming environment, residents enjoy amazing interactions and lead fulfilling lives. Moreover, enjoyable activities and fun recreational programs accompany seniors as they go about their day. The community serves delectable cuisine for seniors to have a delightful dining experience. Allendale Senior Living is a great place for seniors to live their best years doing what they love.

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The Chelsea at Sparta

513 Lafayette Rd, Sparta, NJ 07871
Overview of The Chelsea at Sparta

Discover a peaceful senior living community located in Sussex County, NJ, The Chelsea at Sparta is an exceptional community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short stays. The community provides highly specialized accommodation floor plans to enhance comfort and safety among seniors during their stay. A wide range of amenities and activities such as weekly housekeeping, laundry and linen services, and a 24-hour emergency response system are available to residents to make the most out of their stay.

The community is committed to providing necessary specialized care and attention to seniors. Worry-free and stress-relieving activities are prioritized to ensure a safe and relaxing environment. With its drive for innovative approaches, seniors are assured of boosting their mental sharpness toward continuing memory care.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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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 284 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.