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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 626 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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Avg Walk Score: 47/ 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

Compare Senior Communities around New Jersey

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.

Job Haines Home
SC
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 RoomsJob Haines Home For Aged PeopleMr. David Repoli 97.5% 8
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 18
Rank #219 / 383
1.5
Facility 1.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #190 / 383
Fellowship Village
SC
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 BedSkilled Nursing At Fellowship VillageMr. Jack Ellias 86.6% 11
18
Facility 18
NJ AVG 18
Rank #242 / 383
1.6
Facility 1.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #196 / 383
Bartley Healthcare Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Jackson Township (Bennetts Mills)
234
Facility 234
NJ AVG 125
Rank #36 / 560
No
19
Facility 19
NJ AVG 47
Rank #531 / 638
-Bartley Nursing & RehabMr. Israel Bauer 84.6% 16
33
Facility 33
NJ AVG 18
Rank #286 / 383
2.1
Facility 2.1
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #218 / 383
Preferred Care At Wall
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Allenwood (Hospital Road)
135
Facility 135
NJ AVG 125
Rank #181 / 560
No
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 47
Rank #626 / 638
-Preferred Care At WallMr. Benjamin Basch 90.4% 16563.5
Winchester Gardens
SC
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 BedWinchester Gardens Health Care CenterMr. David Weiner 86.7% 7
19
Facility 19
NJ AVG 18
Rank #243 / 383
2.7
Facility 2.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #250 / 383
Anchor Care & Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
SNF
Hazlet (3325)
170
Facility 170
NJ AVG 125
Rank #106 / 560
No
69
Facility 69
NJ AVG 47
Rank #162 / 638
1 Bed / 2 BedAnchor Care And Rehabilitation CenterReuven Furer 81.2% 20442.2
New Jersey Eastern Star
SC
NH
RC
SNF
Bridgewater (Finderne)
82
Facility 82
NJ AVG 125
Rank #431 / 560
No
50
Facility 50
NJ AVG 47
Rank #284 / 638
-N J Eastern Star HomeDawn Giakas 85.4% 8273.4
Preferred Care at Old Bridge
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Old Bridge
140
Facility 140
NJ AVG 125
Rank #163 / 560
No
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 47
Rank #577 / 638
-Preferred Care At Old Bridge, LLCMs. Lauren Kessler 92.9% 11444.0
CareOne at Livingston
SC
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 LivingstonMr. Michael Brienza 76.3% 8
33
Facility 33
NJ AVG 18
Rank #286 / 383
4.1
Facility 4.1
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #314 / 383
AristaCare at Norwood Terrace
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Plainfield (Netherwood)
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 125
Rank #236 / 560
No
69
Facility 69
NJ AVG 47
Rank #162 / 638
Private / Semi-Private RoomsAristacare At Norwood TerraceMs. Mary Kalman 82.5% 13
42
Facility 42
NJ AVG 18
Rank #310 / 383
3.2
Facility 3.2
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #273 / 383
Acclaim Rehabilitation and Care Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Jersey City (Greenville)
183
Facility 183
NJ AVG 125
Rank #77 / 560
No
80
Facility 80
NJ AVG 47
Rank #91 / 638
-Acclaim Rehabilitation And Nursing CenterMr. Bobby Thariath 83.1% 13
36
Facility 36
NJ AVG 18
Rank #296 / 383
2.8
Facility 2.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #257 / 383
Brighton Gardens of Edison
SC
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 BedBrighton Gardens Of EdisonMikaela Ellis-5
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 18
Rank #238 / 383
3.4
Facility 3.4
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #280 / 383
ManhattanView Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
SC
NH
SNF
Union City
127
Facility 127
NJ AVG 125
Rank #211 / 560
No
97
Facility 97
NJ AVG 47
Rank #3 / 638
-Manhattanview Ctr For Rehabilitation And HealthcarMs. Joriebeth Macatangay 97.6% 18563.1
Laurel Circle
SC
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 CircleMr. Alok Anand-6
28
Facility 28
NJ AVG 18
Rank #273 / 383
4.7
Facility 4.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #333 / 383
Hudsonview Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
North Bergen (Hudson Heights)
273
Facility 273
NJ AVG 125
Rank #16 / 560
No
77
Facility 77
NJ AVG 47
Rank #108 / 638
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Seaton Voorhees

209 Laurel Rd, Voorhees Township, NJ 08043
Overview of Seaton Voorhees

Located in the heart of Voorhees, New Jersey, Seaton Voorhees stands out as a premier senior living community specializing in top-quality Independent Living. This community offers a range of senior living suites and 1- and 2-bedroom apartment homes, all thoughtfully designed to be maintenance-free. Nestled just a few steps from Voorhees Town Center, the setting is not only welcoming but also exudes warmth.

Experience the freedom to live fully at Seaton Voorhees. Choosing Independent Living here is an exceptional decision for family members seeking a lifestyle free of worries, with opportunities for relaxation, recreation, and leisure. This community provides a haven where residents can embrace a stress-free livelihood, offering more time for excitement and leisure while eliminating the commitments of owning and maintaining a home permanently.

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CareRite Centers

180 Sylvan Ave Suite 201, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
Overview of CareRite Centers

CareRite Centers LLC is a trusted nursing home based in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, that offers adult day services, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Committed to residents’ well-being, top-notch care is provided for their healthcare needs around the clock. With a hotel-like setting and thoughtfully designed accommodations, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and convenience.

A Veterans program is available, providing Veterans with dedicated services and recreational activities to honor their service to the country. Chef-prepared meals are prepared with dietitians to ensure residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community has several homes across New York, New Jersey, Florida, and Tennessee, ensuring older adults can find the right place to receive the care they need for a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Happy Home Adult Day Care

Happy Home Adult Day Care runs out of 680 Broadway in Paterson, New Jersey, in a stretch of the city where a Walk Score of 76 means most daily errands don’t require a car. Freehold Healthcare, LLC owns and operates the program, and Ms. Myoung Lee serves as administrator.

The day itself centers on medical oversight and structure. Professional medical staff are present throughout, and meals come from a nutritionist rather than a generic kitchen menu, which matters for participants managing chronic conditions or dietary restrictions. Activities are built around individual needs rather than a single fixed schedule, and the environment is set up to keep participants safe and supervised from morning through evening.

For a family weighing options in Paterson, Happy Home reads as a daytime program built for someone who still lives at home but needs medical eyes on them, planned nutrition, and company during the day. The walkable setting is a practical detail too: it makes drop-off and pickup, or a short errand nearby, less of a production for whoever’s doing the driving.

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Overview of The North Ward Center

The North Ward Center runs its Adult Medical Day Center out of the North Ward neighborhood in Newark, New Jersey, one program among several the nonprofit operates locally. Ms. Rosangela Petinati administers it. The surrounding area is very walkable (Walk Score 81), with most errands reachable on foot.

That community focus shows up in how the organization is structured: alongside the adult day program, it also runs a Child Development Center and a Youth Leadership Development Program, suggesting an operation built around serving families across age groups rather than a single-purpose clinical site. Inside the day program itself, services span primary healthcare, preventative healthcare, therapeutic services, recreational services, and social services, with a Wellness Program anchoring the regular activity schedule.

Pets aren’t part of the picture here. State inspections, conducted through the New Jersey Department of Health, have tended to center on care planning and documentation and on resident rights and protections rather than direct care delivery. Families looking at daytime programs that pair medical oversight with structured social activity will find that mix built into how The North Ward Center already operates

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Overview of Lawrence Rehab & Hcc/the Meadows at Lawrence

At 1 Bishops Drive in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, Lawrence Rehab & Hcc/the Meadows at Lawrence runs a 180-bed nursing home that also covers hospice, palliative, and respite care. Skilled nursing rounds out the offering. The neighborhood is moderately walkable, with a Walk Score of 54, so some errands are doable without a car, though not all of them.

The facility stays nearly full. At 90% occupancy, most of its 180 beds are in use at any given time. Clinical coverage includes registered nurses averaging 41 minutes per resident per day, alongside licensed practical nurses and nurse aides who round out the care team. Two named programs, Subacute Rehab and Urgent SNF, suggest the facility is built for residents coming off a hospital stay who need focused, short-term recovery support rather than long-term custodial care. A care navigation service and a family-oriented support track back that up.

Residential space includes well-appointed patient suites and shared lounges and activity areas for residents who want to be out of their rooms during the day. A garden and patio provide outdoor access, and a beauty and barber shop handles grooming on-site. Umang Shah administers the facility, which is owned by Lawrence Operator LLC.

State inspections, conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health’s Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing division, have tended to focus on infection prevention and control, staffing and staff credentials, and resident rights and protections. Between the staffing model, the short-stay rehab programs, and the recovery-focused amenities, this reads as a facility oriented toward residents transitioning out of a hospital admission, with skilled nursing available for those whose needs extend further.

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Spring Oak at Toms River

2145 Whitesville Rd, Toms River, NJ 08755
Overview of Spring Oak at Toms River

Located on Whitesville Road about six miles from downtown Toms River, New Jersey, Spring Oak at Toms River is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The several levels of care in one community allow residents to receive more support as their needs change without relocating. The community is operated by Spring Oak of Toms River, with Michelle Medora serving as the administrator.

The 75-bed community currently has an occupancy rate of about 68%, making it a moderately sized senior living option in the area.

Residents can take part in social events and activities while receiving assistance with activities of daily living when needed. Staff also provide companionship, which can help residents adjust to community living. Spring Oak at Toms River welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in.

The area has a Walk Score of 40, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car. This can be a good fit for families who do not mind driving to appointments and outings while still having a few nearby places within walking distance.

State inspections conducted by the New Jersey Department of Health’s Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing unit have mainly focused on administrative records, staffing requirements, recordkeeping, security procedures, and medication management. Families considering the home may want to ask how these areas are managed daily.

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Overview of Brightview Greentree

Explore a truly comfortable living with Brightview Greentree located in Marlton, NJ. This vibrant senior living community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can select from a wide array of spacious and well-appointed accommodations based on the preferences or tastes of its residents. With a highly equipped and dedicated team, residents can receive premium care services and emergency assistance to ensure comfort and security within the community.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy chef-prepared meals in restaurant-style dining, housekeeping and maintenance services, and many more. Participate in a full-packed calendar of social activities like outings and cultural events. Meet new friends and create meaningful memories within the beautifully created shared spaces of this community. With Brightview Greentree, seniors can live a wonderful retirement.

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Overview of Harmony Village at CareOne Valley

Situated in the neighborhood of Westwood, NJ, Harmony Village at CareOne Valley is a classic senior living community that offers assisted living, long-term care, respite care, and memory care options. Residents living with memory loss live in distinct neighborhoods based on the level of their condition, ensuring they are provided with personalized services that match their individual needs. A dependable team of care professionals are available to attend to residents’ needs anytime of the day, guaranteeing a comfortable living experience.

At Harmony Village at CareOne Valley, they are dedicated to creating a warm, home-like environment that nurtures residents’ overall aspects of well-being. Vibrant activities and events are offered to give residents enriching experiences while restaurant-style dining is served to provide them proper nourishment. Here, residents have what they need to enjoy their golden years comfortably.

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Overview of Mira Vie at Clifton

Set in the quiet community of Clifton, NJ, the Mira Vie at Clifton is a peculiar senior living community that provides 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.

Explore 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 never go wrong with the Mira Vie at Clifton

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Tylers Mill Senior Living

1674 Delsea Dr, Deptford, NJ 08096
Overview of Tylers Mill Senior Living

Situated in the peaceful community of Deptford, NJ, the Tylers Mill Senior Living is a vibrant community that provides assisted living, and memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can choose among well-appointed individual bedrooms with accommodating bathrooms and assistive devices. With an expert and compassionate team, this community offers a personalized approach and boutique-style to memory care. A program called Our Moments Matter is thoughtfully designed to help its residents in balancing daily routines and spontaneity. Short-term stays are also available for respite care services.

The community is committed to providing an exceptional care and support wherein residents can avail of the following amenities and other services: housekeeping and laundry services, cable tv, accessible parking, medication management, and priority admission to rehabilitation and nursing centers. Indulge in a home-like dining experience with delightful and nutritious meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Explore its beautiful spaces like the outdoor gardens and walking paths. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with the Tylers Mill Senior Living.

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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 Senior Communities in New Jersey

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 626 senior communities in New Jersey. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior 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 senior 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.