Page 39 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. 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.
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.
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.
Alaris Health At Cedar Grove
SC
AL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Cedar Grove
230B-No 56 -Cg Healthcare, LLCMr. Matthew Russo 61.3% 10363.6
CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living
SC
AL
MC
NH
Parsippany
93?No 39 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private RoomsCare One At Parsippany-Troy Hills, LLCNicole Iacolina-Alta 82.8% 221.0
Montclair Manor
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Montclair
40A-No 78 -Cordillera Professionals LLCMr. Jose Palicas 60.0% 221.0
Sunrise of Lincroft
SC
AL
HOS
MC
Lincroft
85?Yes 56 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWelltower Opco Group LLCMs. Wendy Mcguire 68.2% 591.8
Care One At Somerset Valley Assisted Living
SC
AL
MC
Bound Brook
72?No 80 -1621 Route 22 West Operating, LLCMr. Matthew Orillaza 81.9% 231.5
Brightview Tenafly
SC
AL
MC
Tenafly
120?Yes 67 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview Tenafly, LLCMs. Alnica Moore 61.7% 331.0
CareOne at East Brunswick Assisted Living
SC
AL
MC
East Brunswick (East Brunswick Township)
106?Yes 33 Studio / 1 BedCranbury Road, LLCMs. Ekta Shah 54.7% 111.0
The Bristal at Waldwick
SC
AL
MC
Waldwick
93?Yes 15 Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsEngel Burman Senior Care At Waldwick, LLCMrs. Colette Peteet 77.4% 200.0
Mill Gardens At Midland Park
SC
AL
MC
PC
Midland Park
98?No 39 -Care Plus Bergen IncAlexander Drivanos 66.3% 200.0
Alcoeur Gardens at Toms River
SC
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Toms River
19?No 51 -Alcoeur Gardens At Toms River LLCMs. Julie Treadway 100.0% 263.0
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Overview of Alaris Health at Cedar Grove

Alaris Health at Cedar Grove in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, delivers nursing care, assisted living, skilled nursing, palliative support, and temporary respite stays. Assisted living assists with daily activities like personal hygiene, dressing, and medication management in private apartment settings. Clinical services include post-hospital, orthopedic, and respiratory rehabilitation, along with speech, occupational, and physical therapies. On-site dental care, dementia programming, and hospice services are also provided.

Functioning as a 170-bed facility, the building is run by operator Cg Healthcare and administrator Matthew Russo. Daily nursing care averages 4 hours and 58 minutes per resident. Located in an area with a 56 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood permits brief errands on foot. Accepted funding choices encompass Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private payment.

Prospective residents can contact Alaris Health at Cedar Grove to inquire about specific rehab programs, verify bed availability, or arrange an in-person visit.

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Overview of CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living

CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living offers nursing home, assisted living, and memory care in Parsippany, NJ. Nursing home care provides licensed nursing support on site, while assisted living helps with daily tasks and allows a resident to maintain a private living space. Memory care provides a supervised setting for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Several care levels are available, so the community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 93 beds, with studios, one-bedroom units, two-bedroom units, and semi-private rooms. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 50 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Post-acute care and rehabilitation services support recovery after illness, injury, or surgery. Palliative and hospice care address comfort-focused needs.

Respite care provides a short-term stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care. Medicaid may help eligible residents whose savings do not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers eligible short-term skilled care after a hospital stay. With a Walk Score of 39, the area is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Nicole Iacolina-Alta serves as administrator, and Care One At Parsippany-Troy Hills operates the community.

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Montclair Manor

403 Claremont Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042
Overview of Montclair Manor

Montclair Manor in Montclair, New Jersey, delivers round-the-clock skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, hospice care, and respite stays. Licensed medical staff deliver ongoing nursing supervision and end-of-life comfort care, alongside physical, occupational, and speech therapy for short-term recovery.

Operating since 2003 under Administrator Jose Palicas, Director Rose Narcisse, and operator Cordillera Professionals, the facility maintains 40 beds for a small-community setting. Payment arrangements accept Medicare to cover temporary skilled care following a hospital stay and Medicaid to assist with extended long-term care needs.

Interested families searching for short-term recovery options or long-term nursing support can contact Montclair Manor to discuss room options or learn more about care coverage.

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Overview of Sunrise of Lincroft

Sunrise of Lincroft is a senior living community situated in a convenient Lincroft, New Jersey location, offering an individualized, hassle-free lifestyle where residents can easily dive into their hobbies, social events, and enjoy fine cuisine. The community provides room rates starting at $4,834 per month and works closely with each resident to develop a personalized plan that caters to their unique personality and supports their health needs. Sunrise of Lincroft’s compassionate and experienced caregivers are prepared to assist residents in whatever ways they can, serving as expert listeners and qualified professionals who strive to know each individual on a deep level.

Residents at Sunrise of Lincroft quickly become part of the family, finding friends who are eager to experience life together and share in the community’s programs and services. The community’s chefs are from-scratch experts in the kitchen, creating mouth-watering dishes with fresh, seasonal ingredients, while residents enthusiastically participate in the ArmChair Tour club, virtually visiting exotic places around the world. Sunrise of Lincroft serves residents with various needs, including memory care, assisted living, and hospice coordination, ensuring a supportive and enriching living environment for all. The community is conveniently located in Lincroft, NJ, directly off Exit 109 from the Garden State Parkway and less than an hour from Newark Airport, with easy access to nearby attractions, shopping, and medical facilities.

Starting Price $5,107/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Care One at Somerset Valley Assisted Living

Care One at Somerset Valley Assisted Living offers assisted living and memory care in Bound Brook, New Jersey. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels on one campus can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Respite care can also support a family caregiver who needs a short stay while traveling or recovering.

The community has 72 beds and is operated by 1621 Route 22 West Operating. Ms. Stephanie Zimmerman serves as the administrator. Restaurant style dining gives residents meals in a restaurant setting, while the fitness and wellness center provides space for exercise or wellness activities. A beauty salon and barber shop support on site grooming.

Rehabilitation services and the Post Acute Care & Rehab program support therapy during recovery. Home Care and Palliative & Hospice Care are also available programs.

An area Walk Score of 80 means most errands can be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

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Overview of Brightview Tenafly

Situated in Tenafly, NJ, Brightview Tenafly is a reliable senior living community that offers memory care and assisted living. Residents here are provided with everything they need to live their best life–including daily programs, social and cultural events, chef-prepared meals daily, and access to convenient services. The community offers 94 apartments to choose from in variations of studios, companions, and one-bedroom apartments–each built with a bath with safety features, a kitchenette with beautiful granite countertops, and large windows for bright natural light.

With lively daily programming and a wide array of convenient amenities, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. Inviting outdoor spaces, community spaces, and comfortable conversation areas offer relaxing spaces for connecting and sharing meaningful conversations with neighbors and friends. Moreover, a well-curated library, exercise and physical therapy room, and full-service salon, provides residents with plenty of opportunities for relaxation and enjoyment.

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Overview of CareOne at East Brunswick Assisted Living

CareOne at East Brunswick Assisted Living is a reliable senior living community in Middlesex County, East Brunswick, NJ, that offers assisted living and memory care services. The community welcomes residents into beautiful accommodations and provides them with highly personalized care. A dedicated care team is available 24/7 to provide excellent care and oversee residents’ customized care plans to ensure they are receiving efficient care services.

Conveniently located near New Jersey Turnpike and Route 18, East Brunswick provides easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment options, encouraging a fun and vibrant lifestyle. The community also offers a broad range of amenities and activities that presents plenty of opportunities for socialization. Residents also enjoy restaurant-style dining and gourmet cuisine prepared by a team of talented chefs. Amenities include on-site beauty salons, movie theaters, and libraries to promote residents’ mind-body wellness.

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Overview of The Bristal at Waldwick

The Bristal at Waldwick provides assisted living and memory care in Waldwick, NJ. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while they live in a private or semi-private room. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, making the community potentially suitable for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who may be at risk of wandering.

The community has 93 beds, with private and semi-private rooms for residents who want a single room or a shared living arrangement. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet. Mrs. Colette Peteet serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Mill Gardens at Midland Park

Overseen by Alexander Drivanos, Mill Gardens at Midland Park offers assisted living, memory care, and palliative care in Midland Park, NJ. The community also provides continuous clinical support with nursing services on-site. 24-hour staffing also ensures residents have access to various services whenever needed. Those living with memory-related conditions also receive specialized care in a supervised environment.

The community has 98 beds, with an occupancy of 66.3%. Moreover, podiatry and rehabilitation services are available, providing access to foot care and recovery support. Respite care also offers temporary stays when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover

Additionally, dining includes restaurant-style meals, vegetarian options, and special diets, giving residents with those dietary needs meal choices suited to them. A Walk Score of 39 also places the area in a car-dependent setting, so a resident who no longer drives would generally need a car or a transportation service for most errands rather than being able to walk to them.

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Overview of Alcoeur Gardens at Toms River

Alcoeur Gardens at Toms River is dedicated to seniors in need of support in a home-like environment, particularly those dealing with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. This thoughtfully designed community ensures round-the-clock care supervision in a carefully curated setting. Boasting inviting interiors and well-maintained grounds, Alcoeur Gardens opens a comfortable and secure atmosphere that feels more like home than a traditional facility. 
The emphasis is on familiarity, creating an environment that resembles living in an actual home, with safety at the forefront. The residence is equipped with alarms, gates, and secure doors and windows, and the staff is specially trained to cater to the unique needs of residents. Alcoeur Gardens also welcomes respite care, offering an ideal assisted-living option for those with memory impairment. The classic American home design adds to the overall comfort and aesthetics, ensuring a well-maintained space where residents can enjoy good food and find personal peace with the support of the friendly staff.

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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