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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. 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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Aristacare At Manchester
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Manchester (Whiting)
165No 44 Aristacare At Manchester, LLCJoshua Teitelbaum 83.6% B-12292.4
Aristacare At Whiting
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Whiting
180No 45 Aristacare At Whiting, LLCMr. Yisroel Silver 77.2% C+8273.4
Accelerate Skilled Nursing And Rehab Piscataway
SC
NH
SNF
Piscataway
124No 26 Skiles Ave & Sterling Dr Urban Renewal OperatiMr. Jesse Rosenblatt 60.5% D9465.1
Complete Care At Brakeley Park, Llc
SC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Phillipsburg
40No 75 Complete Care At Brakeley Park, LLCCourtney Petocz 47.5% ?300.0
Lincoln Park Care Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Lincoln Park
547No 72 499 Pine Brook Operating, LLCMr. Howard Wolf 94.3% C-7456.4
Juniper Village At Hamilton
SC
AL
MC
Hamilton
142No 67 Wrp Operating Hamilton Nj LLCMs. Shanna Garland 64.1% C-7213.0
Harmony Village at CareOne Paramus
SC
AL
MC
RC
Paramus
126No 26 175 Paramus Road Operating Company, LLCMs. Kirstin Walsh 92.9% ?320.7
Sunrise of Westfield
SC
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Westfield
108Yes 21 Szr Westfield Assisted Living, LLCRacquel Williams 53.7% -100.0
Brandywine Brick, Memory Care
SC
MC
Brick Township (Cherie Manor)
52Yes 39 Well Bl Opco LLCMs. Melissa Hingher 90.4% ?210.5
Brandywine Voorhees
SC
AL
MC
RC
Voorhees Township
120Yes 13 Well Bl Opco LLCMs. Laura Halle 68.3% ?200.0
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Overview of Aristacare at Manchester

Aristacare at Manchester offers nursing home care, skilled nursing, and memory care services in Manchester, New Jersey. The secure memory unit provides structured supervision for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. On-site rehabilitation programs assist residents undergoing physical recovery after a hospital stay.

This 165-bed community operates under administrator Joshua Teitelbaum. Nursing personnel log an average of 3 hours and 35 minutes of total daily nurse staffing per resident. Daily life features healthy dining choices with an always-available menu, cultural programs, and an on-site beauty salon. Situated in the Whiting area with a 44 walk score, the surrounding location relies on vehicle transportation for off-site errands.

Prospective residents and their families can reach out to Aristacare at Manchester to check current bed availability, explore campus amenities, and review funding options.

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Overview of Aristacare at Whiting

Aristacare at Whiting provides skilled nursing and memory care in Whiting, New Jersey. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering. The combination may suit someone living with dementia who also needs skilled nursing care.

With 180 beds, Aristacare at Whiting accommodates more residents and staff and usually offers more programming than a smaller community. Private and semi private suites give residents the choice of an individual room or a shared living arrangement. A salon and spa provide personal grooming services on site.

Short term rehabilitation and subacute care support a temporary stay focused on rehabilitation. Long term care serves residents who need ongoing skilled nursing support. Cultural programs and specialty programs add scheduled activities connected to those specific offerings.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 18 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Mr. Yisroel Silver serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway

Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway provides nursing home care and skilled nursing in Piscataway, New Jersey. Its short term rehabilitation services support residents recovering after a hospital stay, while skilled nursing provides nursing care during the recovery period.

The community has 124 beds and offers private rooms, a pool, and an on site salon and spa. The pool gives residents a place to use aquatic amenities within the community, while the salon and spa allow them to receive grooming services without leaving the facility. Staff are present around the clock. The total nurse staffing level is 3 hours and 52 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care. The community is administered by Mr. Jesse Rosenblatt and operated by Skiles Ave & Sterling Dr Urban Renewal Operati. Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway may be a good fit for someone who needs short term rehabilitation and nursing care after hospitalization.

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Overview of Complete Care at Brakeley Park

At 290 Red School Lane in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, Complete Care at Brakeley Park runs a 40-bed nursing home in a very walkable pocket of town (Walk Score 75), the kind of neighborhood where a family member can park once and handle several errands on foot. Right now, 19 of those 40 beds are filled, putting occupancy at 48%.

Cardiac care, neuro and stroke care, pulmonary care, bariatric care, psychology and psychiatric care, and geriatric care are all named programs, alongside general rehabilitation services and post-acute care for residents coming off a hospital stay. Nursing coverage runs close to four hours per resident per day in total, split between registered nurses and nurse aides, with respite stays available for families who need a short-term bridge rather than a permanent placement.

State inspections at this facility have tended to center on care planning and documentation, along with resident rights and protections, more than on direct clinical care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted, which opens up several ways to structure payment for a stay.

Between the cardiac, pulmonary, and neuro programs and the post-acute framing throughout the profile, this reads as a facility built for residents working through medical recovery after a hospitalization.

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Overview of Lincoln Park Care Center

Lincoln Park Care Center in Lincoln Park, New Jersey, delivers skilled nursing, memory care, nursing home care, palliative services, and hospice care. The 547-bed complex features specialized clinical initiatives, including a Specialty Nursing Care program and a Cognitive & Behavioral Health program designed for residents with specific cognitive or behavioral needs. Short-term rehabilitation supports functional recovery, while an in-ground swimming pool, outdoor gardens, benches, and swings offer areas for recreation and leisure.

Administrative oversight is led by Mr. Howard Wolf, with facility operations handled by 499 Pine Brook Operating. Daily nursing coverage averages 3 hours and 44 minutes per resident throughout the center. Situated in an area rated with a 72 walk score, the location enables convenient foot access to most local errands. Financial payment paths include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.

Interested individuals can contact Lincoln Park Care Center to gather details about admission requirements, tour the grounds, or evaluate specialized memory and nursing programs.

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Juniper Village At Hamilton

1750 Yardville-Hamilton Square Road, Hamilton, NJ 08690
Overview of Juniper Village at Hamilton

Juniper Village at Hamilton offers assisted living and memory care in Hamilton, New Jersey. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels on one campus can accommodate changing needs over time without requiring a move to another community. The community has 142 beds. Its Wellspring Memory Care program is designed for residents who need memory focused support, making Juniper Village at Hamilton a potential fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs a supervised setting.

A Walk Score of 67 places the area in the somewhat walkable category. Some errands can be completed on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach selected destinations independently. Dining Experiences and Fitness, Enrichment & Engagement are named programs, giving residents opportunities for dining and organized fitness or engagement activities.

Ms. Shanna Garland serves as the administrator, and Wrp Operating Hamilton Nj operates the community.

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Overview of Harmony Village at CareOne Paramus

Harmony Village at Paramus proudly introduces Bergen County’s first assisted living apartments dedicated to memory care. With a specially trained team, they work closely with residents and their families to develop personalized memory care living plans that promote independence and enhance the quality of life for those with memory impairments.

Harmony Village’s innovative memory-care programs are designed to optimize cognitive and physical functioning, allowing residents to maintain the highest possible quality of life. With 24-hour certified nursing care, dedicated dementia specialists, and advanced technology and practices, Harmony Village is committed to providing exceptional care. The community features 124 private apartments and six distinct “neighborhoods,” catering to residents in various stages of memory impairment, establishing it as the premier assisted living community for memory care in Bergen County.

Contact Harmony Village at CareOne Paramus

Overview of Sunrise of Westfield

Sunrise of Westfield is conveniently located in downtown Westfield, offering a range of services like assisted living for seniors and memory care in your area. This residence not only provides easy access to shopping, dining, and recreational options but also to cultural experiences like the Paper Mill Playhouse. The community’s strong focus on resident well-being is evident through diverse activities such as ladies’ night out, a men’s club, trips to shore casinos and theaters, all set amidst serene landscaped gardens.

Sunrise of Westfield features a specialized Reminiscence Neighborhood for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss that need top notch memory care therapy . This award-winning community offers various floor plans, pet-friendly accommodations, and modern conveniences like Wi-Fi and an electronic health record system. Within its inviting atmosphere, residents find engaging activity rooms and social spaces that seamlessly blend with their needs. Sunrise of Westfield thrives as a dynamic haven, offering activities and services that cater to seniors, enhancing their quality of life and well-being, all within the comfort of a professional assisted living facility.

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Overview of Brandywine Brick, Memory Care

Residing in the ethereal lands of Brick, NJ, Brandywine Reflections at Brick is a prominent senior living community focusing on memory care. Featuring the signature Reflections community, seniors enjoy retirement while keeping their dignity intact with top-notch care and assistance from dedicated and highly trained professionals. Spend your golden years as you prefer with Brandywine Reflections at Brick.

With its commitment to improving seniors’ quality of life, the community conducts fun activities and enjoyable programs for seniors’ leisure and wellness. Indulge in healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to provide convenient and wonderful amenities for residents to utilize during their stay at Brandywine Reflections at Brick. As proof of its exceptional quality, Brandywine Reflections at Brick is regarded as US News’ Best Memory Care.

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Overview of Brandywine Voorhees

With several recognitions under its wing including US News Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care, Brandywine Voorhees in Route 73, Voorhees, NJ, strives to provide the highest standard of assisted living and memory care. Conveniently placed near scenic views and fabulous establishments, the community goes above and beyond to meet seniors’ needs and aspirations. A team of kind and well-trained professionals delivers top-notch care and assistance around the clock for seniors to maximize their independence and live their lives as they prefer.

Take a stroll around the serene campus with your pet and join in engaging activities for a blissful lifestyle. Indulge in healthy and tasty meals catering to nutritional requirements and preferences. Brandywine Voorhees is a great place for relaxation and convenience with its fabulous amenities and vibrant environment.

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Weighting overview

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

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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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
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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
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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
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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 634 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.

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