Page 24 of Best Senior Communities in New Jersey

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 634 senior communities in NJ using NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
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.
Valley View Rehabilitation And Healthcare Ctr
SC
AL
HOS
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Newton
31C+No 86 Valley View Rehabilitation And Healthcare Ctr, LLCMr. Yaakov Steinberg 51.6% 5173.4
Complete Care at Chestnut Hill
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Passaic
111C-No 86 Complete Care At Chestnut Hill, LLCMr. Henry Litchfield 93.7% 6233.8
Livingston Post Acute Care
SC
NH
PC
SNF
Livingston
124BNo 58 Livingston Post Acute Operator, LLCMs. Laurie Kleid 100.0% 12463.8
Active Day Adult Services
SC
ADC
HC
Sayreville
50A+No 14 Active Day Adult Social Services, LLCKhafiza Sanginova 26.0% 200.0
Brandywine Colts Neck
SC
MC
RC
Colts Neck (Colts Neck Township)
72C+No 24 Well Bl Opco LLCAmy Willner 69.4% 5153.0
Shore Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Toms River
149DNo 39 L Shore Gardens Rehabilitation And Nursing CenterMr. Aryeh Vinitsky 94.6% 6427.0
The Delaney of Bridgewater
SC
AL
IL
MC
Bridgewater (Martinsville)
97D+Yes 5 Lcs Bridgewater Operations II LLCMs. Julianne Mackey 67.0% 4123.0
Careone At Holmdel
SC
NH
RC
SNF
Holmdel
130ANo 11 Hcc, LLCArielle Flood 62.3% 5204.0
Cheshire Home
SC
NH
SNF
Florham Park
35A+No 14 Cheshire Home, IncMr. George Zeitler 88.6% 6315.2
Clover Rest Home
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Columbia (Knowlton Township)
33A-No 37 Lighthouse Clover LLCMr. . James Gardner 100.0% 9242.7
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Overview of Valley View Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr

Valley View Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr in Newton, NJ provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, nursing care, residential care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Residents who need ongoing clinical support can receive licensed nursing through the nursing home, nursing care, and skilled nursing services. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while residential care provides a staffed setting for ongoing daily support. Hospice care addresses end of life needs, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With 31 beds, Valley View Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Rehabilitation services and rehabilitative care provide therapy focused on recovery or maintaining function. The interdisciplinary team brings multiple care roles into the care process, and total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 31 minutes per resident each day, representing the total nurse staffing time per resident across a day.

An 86 out of 100 Walk Score places the area in the very walkable band. Most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly.

Mr. Yaakov Steinberg serves as the administrator. The range of care types may make the community a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, while respite care can suit a family caregiver who needs a short stay.

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Overview of Complete Care at Chestnut Hill

Complete Care at Chestnut Hill provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice and palliative care, and respite care in Passaic, NJ. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice and palliative care support residents with end of life or serious illness needs, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. Short term rehabilitation supports recovery after a hospitalization or illness.

These care options may suit a resident whose needs range from recovery after hospital care to ongoing nursing or end of life support. The community has 111 beds, with private suites and semi private suites available. A private suite provides a single living space, while a semi private suite accommodates residents who share their room. Rehabilitation services are available at the facility, so residents receiving care after a hospital stay can take part in therapy without arranging transportation elsewhere.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 4 minutes per resident each day, representing the total nursing time available to each resident daily. Mr. Henry Litchfield serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Livingston Post Acute Care

Livingston Post Acute Care provides nursing home, palliative care, and skilled nursing services in Livingston, NJ. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management. The combination may suit someone who needs ongoing nursing support alongside comfort focused care.

The community has 134 beds, giving families a clear sense of its licensed capacity. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, so eligible residents may use public coverage or pay privately for care. Ms. Laurie Kleid serves as administrator, and Livingston Post Acute Operator runs the community. Dining includes appetizers, soups, salads, and hot and cold entrees, giving patients several meal selections.

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Overview of Active Day Adult Services

Active Day Adult Services in Sayreville, NJ, offers home care and adult day care.

Home care goes to where somebody already lives. Adult day care fills the day and sends a participant home afterward. The pair suits somebody needing help at home or somebody who needs structure during the day.

IDD Adult Services is the named program. Khafiza Sanginova is the administrator, and Active Day Adult Social Services, LLC operates the building.

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Overview of Brandywine Colts Neck

Brandywine Colts Neck in Colts Neck, NJ, focuses on specialized memory care and short-term respite stays. Secure memory care areas deliver continuous supervision tailored for individuals living with dementia who are at risk of wandering. Respite care offers short-term stays to support primary caregivers needing time off for personal travel or recovery.

Well Bl Opco operates this 72-bed community under the direction of administrator Amy Willner. Residents benefit from personalized care plans, on-site rehabilitation therapies, and an attending physician on staff to oversee health requirements.

Interested families can connect with Brandywine Colts Neck to learn about current availability or schedule an on-site visit.

Price range $9,000 - $10,150/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Overview of Shore Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Shore Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center provides a warm and welcoming environment for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. This 149-bed facility offers a wide range of services designed to meet each resident’s individual needs. Residents can access physical, occupational, and speech therapy five days a week to improve function, coordination, and communication skills. A dedicated team works closely with residents to enhance mobility, manage pain, and assist with daily activities.

Long-term care services provide individualized programs for complex medical needs. This includes assistance with daily living, wound care, and post-surgical recovery. Residents receive compassionate support with 24-hour nursing care. This includes medication management, ongoing clinical assessment, and support for their emotional, spiritual, and social well-being. Shore Gardens also partners with Serenity Hospice Company to offer specialized care for patients with serious illnesses. At Shore Gardens, the priority is to make residents feel at home while receiving the highest quality care.

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The Delaney of Bridgewater

901 Frontier Rd, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Overview of The Delaney of Bridgewater

Overlooking the tranquil community of Bridgewater, NJ, The Delaney of Bridgewater is a trusted senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Here, residents can select from convenient and well-appointed accommodations tailored to the needs and preferences of their residents. With a highly equipped and compassionate team, residents can acquire the utmost care and support that they deserve.

Offering classic amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: basic cable television, fitness center, library, telephone service, business office services, dining services, garage parking, general store, handyman services, and rehabilitative services. Meet new people and create unforgettable memories within the beautifully made shared spaces of this community. With Delaney of Bridgewater, seniors are assured of a worthwhile living experience.

Starting Price $6,850/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Careone at Holmdel

Careone at Holmdel provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, and respite care in Holmdel, NJ. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are on site around the clock, while nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing attention in a residential setting. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, making the community a possible fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing care or for a family caregiver seeking temporary support.

The community has 130 beds, giving families its available bed capacity to consider when planning placement. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 31 minutes per resident each day, which represents the total nursing time allocated to each resident across a day. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay offers another way to cover care.

Post acute care and rehabilitation, including short term rehabilitation, are available for residents recovering after acute medical treatment. Palliative and hospice care are also offered for residents with serious illness or end of life needs, while the outdoor patio and courtyard provide places to spend time outside and restaurant style dining gives residents a designated setting for meals. Arielle Flood serves as administrator, and Hcc operates the community.

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Overview of Cheshire Home

Cheshire Home provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Florham Park, NJ. Skilled nursing is available on site around the clock through licensed nursing staff, while rehabilitation services include skilled nursing after acute rehabilitation for residents transitioning from that level of care. The setting is built around ongoing clinical support.

Cheshire Home specializes in helping adults with spinal cord injuries and neurological conditions build independence. Its programs include the Cheshire Achieve Roadmap to Independence, Rise&Walk®, and the Cheshire Home’s Wheelchair Seating & Mobility Clinic, which addresses individual wheelchair seating and mobility needs. These services keep independence, movement, and appropriate equipment at the center of care.

Opened in 1981, Cheshire Home has 35 beds, placing it in the smaller-community range where staff and residents can get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 6h 29m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident. Mr. George Zeitler serves as administrator. Cheshire Home may be a good fit for an adult with a spinal cord injury or neurological condition who needs skilled nursing and rehabilitation focused on building independence.

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Overview of Clover Rest Home

Clover Rest Home is a nursing home in Columbia, NJ, offering hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing support for residents who need ongoing clinical care. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom management during serious illness, while respite care offers a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs temporary relief. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation support recovery after illness or injury.

The home has 33 beds, so it is a smaller community that may suit a resident who prefers a less populous setting. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 56 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Families may use coverage for eligible skilled care, assistance with eligible nursing costs, or direct payment, depending on the arrangement. Lighthouse Clover operates Clover Rest Home, and Mr. James Gardner serves as administrator.

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Senior Communities in New Jersey at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 43/ 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: 104The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Jersey. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90