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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 110 independent living communities in NJ using NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in NJ
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Brightview Holmdel
IL
AL
MC
Holmdel
100
Facility 100
NJ AVG 106
Rank #34 / 77
Yes
47
Facility 47
NJ AVG 45
Rank #51 / 108
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview Holmdel, LLCMr. Not Assigned-1
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 77
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 76
Spring Hills Livingston
IL
AL
MC
Livingston
150
Facility 150
NJ AVG 106
Rank #12 / 77
No
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 45
Rank #77 / 108
-Livingston Al Amop LLCMr. Alexander Markowits-2
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #12 / 77
0.5
Facility 0.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #13 / 76
The Delaney at the Green
IL
AL
MC
Florham Park
102
Facility 102
NJ AVG 106
Rank #32 / 77
No
18
Facility 18
NJ AVG 45
Rank #87 / 108
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedLcs Florham Park LLCDouglas Buttner-1
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 77
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 76
Brightview Paramus
IL
AL
MC
Paramus
90
Facility 90
NJ AVG 106
Rank #44 / 77
Yes
36
Facility 36
NJ AVG 45
Rank #66 / 108
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview Paramus, LLCShyla Cramsey
61.1%
Facility 61.1%
NJ AVG 73%
Rank #51 / 67
3
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 18
Rank #33 / 77
1.7
Facility 1.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #35 / 76
Mira Vie at Fanwood
IL
AL
MC
RC
Fanwood
95
Facility 95
NJ AVG 106
Rank #42 / 77
Yes
77
Facility 77
NJ AVG 45
Rank #18 / 108
Studio / 1 Bed / LoftMira Vie At Fanwood Opco LLCMs. Caroline Newman
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
NJ AVG 73%
Rank #54 / 67
3
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #22 / 77
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #22 / 76
Winchester Gardens
IL
AL
CCRC
HC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Maplewood (Newark Heights)
30
Facility 30
NJ AVG 106
Rank #77 / 77
Yes
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 45
Rank #77 / 108
Studio / 1 BedMarcus L. Ward HomeMr. David Weiner
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
NJ AVG 73%
Rank #15 / 67
4
18
Facility 18
NJ AVG 18
Rank #59 / 77
4.5
Facility 4.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #72 / 76
United Methodist Communities At The Shores
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Ocean City
255
Facility 255
NJ AVG 106
Rank #5 / 77
No--United Methodist Homes Of NjMr. James Zauner
47.1%
Facility 47.1%
NJ AVG 73%
Rank #63 / 67
2
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 77
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 76
Brightview Mount Laurel
IL
AL
MC
Mount Laurel (Moorestown Township)
108
Facility 108
NJ AVG 106
Rank #28 / 77
Yes
6
Facility 6
NJ AVG 45
Rank #101 / 108
Studio / 1 BedBh Brightview Mount Laurel Opco, LLCMs. Lavanda Clinkscales
85.2%
Facility 85.2%
NJ AVG 73%
Rank #18 / 67
4
10
Facility 10
NJ AVG 18
Rank #45 / 77
2.5
Facility 2.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #49 / 76
Mira Vie at Warren
IL
AL
MC
RC
Warren (Mount Bethel)
94
Facility 94
NJ AVG 106
Rank #43 / 77
Yes
22
Facility 22
NJ AVG 45
Rank #80 / 108
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMira Vie At Warren Opco, LLCMs. Tracy Pace
73.4%
Facility 73.4%
NJ AVG 73%
Rank #34 / 67
1
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #22 / 77
3.0
Facility 3.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #59 / 76
Green Hill Senior Living and Rehabilitation
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
West Orange
48
Facility 48
NJ AVG 106
Rank #69 / 77
Yes
25
Facility 25
NJ AVG 45
Rank #75 / 108
-Green Hill IncMs. . Anna Chbihi-2
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 77
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 76

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Overview of Brightview Holmdel

Experience an ultimately comfortable stay with the Brightview Holmdel located in Holmdel, MJ. This distinguished senior living community provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations with varying floor plans are available for its residents based on their needs. In terms of memory care, this community offers innovative memory care services through its Wellspring Village Neighborhood.

The community is committed to delivering exceptional amenities and services manifested in the list of awards received over the years. Indulge in delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals daily, and spend time for self-care through its beauty salon, fitness room, and art studio. Explore its beautifully designed common spaces and meet new companions along the way. With Brightview Holmdel, seniors are guaranteed a living experience worth remembering.

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Overview of Spring Hills Livingston

Spring Hills Livingston in New Jersey has been providing care and services to seniors for over 20 years. The community offers a luxurious and elegant atmosphere, with a variety of floor plans to choose from, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, each featuring private bathrooms and kitchens. This home strikes a good balance between a peaceful atmosphere and an active environment. 
Residents can enjoy a range of amenities such as a tranquil courtyard, social areas to connect with friends, a salon and barber for grooming and pampering, and a movie theater for entertainment. Housekeeping services ensure that residents can relax and enjoy their surroundings, while drivers and valet services are available for easy transportation. The community also offers concierge services to cater to residents’ unique needs and preferences. With its upscale amenities and welcoming environment, Spring Hills Livingston is a perfect choice for seniors looking for a comfortable and fulfilling retirement experience.

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The Delaney at the Green

110 Park Ave, Florham Park, NJ 07932
Overview of The Delaney at the Green

Tucked away in Morris County, Florham Park, NJ, The Delaney at the Green is a vibrant senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Residents enjoy their independence with the comfort of knowing that an array of care and supportive services are available to them should they need it. The community offers an array of meticulously designed accommodations crafted to fit residents’ unique needs and lifestyle. With specially-trained, licensed professionals available to help with all the basic activities of daily living, residents are guaranteed to continue living the life they want.

Each day is a chance to make new friends, learn new things, and experience life-enriching opportunities with a broad range of carefully curated activities and programs specifically designed to nurture residents’ well-being and help them live an active and meaningful life. Chef-prepared gourmet meals are offered to give residents the sustenance they need to stay healthy and active throughout the day. With carefree, maintenance-free living, 24-hour emergency response system, and stunning gathering spaces, residents here enjoy a retirement experience on a whole new level.

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Overview of Brightview Paramus

Enjoy all the finest things in life during your retirement years at Brightview Paramus, a vibrant senior living community in Paramus, NJ, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Indulge in the comfort and privacy of lovely accommodations with large windows for lots of natural light and designed to accommodate individual lifestyle in mind. Residents enjoy the safety and security of having security-controlled entrances and trained team members on site 24 hours a day.

Committed to creating a nurturing environment that encourages activity and fulfilling living experience, the community offers a broad range of regularly conducted activities, classes, and events, as well as a plethora of enjoyable amenities. The community offers a variety of beautiful common areas for relaxation, entertainment, and connections, such as a cozy fireplace, arts, crafts and hobbies room, a well-curated library, fitness center, game areas, and full-service salon. With its exquisite culinary team that prepares delicious and nutritional menus that cater to individual needs and tastes, the community ensures residents enjoy a fun and lovely dining experience.

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Overview of Mira Vie at Fanwood

Featuring in the welcoming community of Fanwood, NJ, the Mira Vie at Fanwood is a stunning senior living community that provides independent living, 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.

Discover 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. At Mira Vie at Fanwood, seniors can enjoy an all-encompassing living experience.

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Overview of Winchester Gardens

Set in the serene area of Essex County, Maplewood, NJ, Winchester Gardens is an outstanding senior living community that offers independent living services. Residents here enjoy a secure, comfortable, and worry-free living while being conveniently close to great attractions and local events. The community offers an array of impeccably designed apartments and villas with the comfort and peace of mind of having access to on-site care services.

Here, residents have no boring days with a diverse array of activities, groups, and clubs tailored to a wide range of interests, along with easy access to the excitement and culture of New York City. The community also offers their LivWell wellness program that aims to enrich residents’ whole-person with activities that focus on seven dimensions of wellness: physical, intellectual, emotional, social, environmental, spiritual, and vocational.

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Overview of United Methodist Communities at the Shores

United Methodist Communities at the Shores offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, hospice and palliative care, and respite care in Ocean City, NJ. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing offers licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom relief for people with serious illness. Respite care is a short stay for a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, while respite care can suit a family caregiver who needs temporary support.

The community has 255 beds, making it a larger setting with more residents, staff, and programming. Total nurse staffing is 4h 19m per resident/day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay uses personal funds.

A fitness center gives residents a place to exercise on site, while the beauty salon supports on-site grooming. Rehabilitation services give residents access to therapy within the community’s care offerings, and dining rooms serve balanced dishes made with fresh ingredients. The community is administered by Mr. James Zauner and operated by United Methodist Homes Of Nj.

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Overview of Brightview Mount Laurel

Located in New Jersey, Brightview Mount Laurel is a senior assisted living and memory care community offering a premium living experience. Senior residents are greeted by landscaped grounds adorned with fountains and ponds. Inside, there’s a team of experienced and compassionate associates, ready to assist with their every need.

Residents can revel in the beauty of the surrounding environment, unwind in the spa, and read books in the well-stocked library. Additionally, this facility has a fully-equipped fitness room and scenic walking paths, and evenings are reserved for socializing. Brightview has a monthly-rental model with affordable entrance fees, offering residents flexibility and ease of access to the care they need alongside their desired lifestyle. Embrace the enriching experience and personalized care at Brightview Mount Laurel, where residents find comfort, joy, and a true sense of home.

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Overview of Mira Vie at Warren

Located in the peaceful neighborhood of Warren, NJ, the Mira Vie at Warren is a trusted senior living community that provides independent living, 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.

Discover 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 enjoy a wonderful living experience with the Mira Vie at Warren.

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Green Hill Senior Living and Rehabilitation

103 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052
Overview of Green Hill Senior Living and Rehabilitation

Green Hill Senior Living & Rehabilitation, established in 1886, has provided exemplary senior care services to the people of New Jersey for 150 years. Providing a continuum of care, residents at Green Hill have access to a multitude of living options. These include independent living, assisted living, memory care services as well as short-term and long-term care. With a dedication to understanding each resident’s unique situation and needs, the team at Green Hill ensures seniors receive the exact level of care they need while flourishing in a secure and comfortable environment.

At Green Hill, they understand that needs may change over time and therefore provide a community where individuals can age in place without the worries of what’s next. As a 5-star rated CCRC community, Green Hill epitomizes excellence in senior living. This starts with a dedication to top-notch care and service in addition to cultivating and environment where residents build lasting and meaningful connections amongst each other as well as with a devoted and caring team of professionals.

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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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Independent Living in New Jersey at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 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: 106The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Jersey. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in New Jersey

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 110 independent living communities in New Jersey. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.