Page 49 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. 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. 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.
Holly Manor Center
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Mendham (Honey Brook)
124B-No 23 Private / Shared Rooms-- 74.1% ---
Allegria at The Fountains
SC
AL
CCRC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Atco
60?No 12 -5692 LLCMr. . Kyle Newfeld 90.0% 10343.4
Ciel of Voorhees
SC
AL
Voorhees Township (Echelon)
104?Yes 22 StudioFive Star Quality Care-Nj, LLCMs. Michelle Heckler-122.0
The Chelsea at Sparta
SC
AL
MC
RC
Sparta
75?Yes 33 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSparta Senior Living, LLCMeagan Minutolo-252.5
Spring Oak at Toms River
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Toms River
75?Yes 40 -The Residence At Lake Ridge, LLCMichelle Medora 68.0% 461.5
Little Senior Residence
SC
AL
MC
NH
RC
Montclair
26?No 83 -Little Nursing Home, Inc- 80.8% 144.0
Wiley Mission
SC
IL
NH
SNF
Marlton (Kresson)
86?Yes 72 -Wiley Mission Home For The AgedMr. Gary Gilmore 58.1% 6325.3
Stonebridge At Montgomery Health Care Center
SC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Skillman
50?Yes 3 -Springpoint At Montgomery, IncMr. Kevin Vollbrecht 66.0% 6142.3
Complete Care At Wayne Hills Rehab & Resp Center
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Wayne (Packanack Lake)
120C-No 24 -Complete Care At Lakeview LLCMr. Raphoel Muller 70.8% 8243.0
Brandywine Living Serenade at Princeton
SC
AL
MC
RC
Princeton
120?Yes 24 SuiteWell Bl Portfolio 1 Opco LLCMs. Maryellen Herrera-155.0
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Overview of Holly Manor Center

Holly Manor Center is a top-rated nursing home in Mendham, NJ, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. Featuring private and semi-private rooms in a nurturing setting, the community ensures older adults’ comfort and familiarity. Housekeeping, laundry, restaurant-style dining, and 24-hour care are among the exceptional services that aim to help residents maintain their independence. Through personalized care plans, residents receive the best possible care tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

Fun gatherings, light exercises, and various activities encourage residents to stay active and have fun. Residents can also freely interact with their surroundings and focus on their wellness with top-notch amenities like the salon, activity room, and gardens. Situated in the tree-lined neighborhood of Mendham, the community guarantees a laid-back lifestyle. This nursing home is dedicated to older adults’ well-being, making it a good option for senior living in New Jersey.

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Overview of Allegria at the Fountains

Allegria at the Fountains offers nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Atco, NJ. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care focuses on comfort near the end of life, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief for serious illness. The multiple care levels may make the community a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who wants to remain in the same community.

The community has 60 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several payment methods to consider based on eligibility and available resources. Total nurse staffing is 7h 32m per resident/day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident.

Kyle Newfeld serves as administrator. 

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Ciel of Voorhees

501 Laurel Oak Rd, Voorhees Township, NJ 08043
Overview of Ciel of Voorhees

Located in the serene natural setting of Voorhees, NJ, Ciel of Voorhees is an encouraging senior living community where residents can enjoy beautiful views of ponds and trees while being surrounded by wildlife. The community offers assisted living, respite care, and short-term stays, ensuring that seniors receive the support they need in a comfortable environment. Residents can engage in social activities like poker on the front porch, fostering a sense of camaraderie and belonging.

The community provides a wealth of amenities and programs designed to provide comfort and convenience to residents’ everyday lives. With services like weekly housekeeping, in-house doctor visits, and local transportation, seniors can focus on enjoying their days. Lifestyle360 activities, movie nights, and happy hours encourage social interaction, while pet-friendly policies and a beauty salon add to the welcoming atmosphere.

Starting Price $5,150/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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The Chelsea at Sparta

513 Lafayette Rd, Sparta, NJ 07871
Overview of The Chelsea at Sparta

The Chelsea at Sparta offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Sparta, NJ. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain their own living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia or at risk of wandering. Respite care provides a short stay, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel, recover, or manage another responsibility.

The range of care may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time or for a family seeking short term support. Housing options include studios, one bedroom layouts, and two bedroom layouts. A studio is a single private space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. A Walk Score of 33 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Pets are allowed, and Meagan Minutolo serves as the administrator.

$6,020/Month Info Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

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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.

Starting Price $3,250/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Little Senior Residence

Burrowed in a peaceful neighborhood in Essex County, Montclair, NJ, Little Senior Residence is an intimate senior living community that offers assisted living, respite care, memory care, nursing care, and long-term care. Residents here comfortably enjoy their retirement with comprehensive services and a team of highly-trained and experienced registered nurses available 24 hours to provide compassionate care and support. With physical, occupational, and speech therapy services, residents are guaranteed to remain at their best state to continue living actively.

In addition to a continuum of care that enables residents to continue engaging in one place while maintaining their independence for as long as possible, the community also offers an array of lively activities for an active and engaged lifestyle. Recognizing the importance of a dedicated and excellent team, the community ensures its care professionals undergo continuous training and always upgrade their skills with the best practices. Here, residents are guaranteed to flourish holistically with top-notch support and care.

Starting Price $200/Day Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Wiley Mission

Wiley Mission provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and independent living in the Kresson neighborhood of Marlton, NJ. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The combination may suit a resident whose care needs grow over time, since moving between care levels can happen without leaving the community or starting over socially.

Wiley Mission has 86 beds, with 6 hours and 47 minutes of total nurse staffing available per resident each day. The area has a Walk Score of 72 and is very walkable, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Medicare can cover eligible short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can support eligible residents with longer term care needs, and private pay allows a family to pay directly. Short term rehabilitation provides a temporary, recovery focused stay, while behavioral health, addiction support, and religious services address additional resident needs; pets are allowed. Mr. Gary Gilmore serves as administrator, and Wiley Mission Home For The Aged operates the community.

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Overview of Stonebridge at Montgomery Health Care Center

Stonebridge at Montgomery Health Care Center offers nursing home, assisted living, home care, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Skillman, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care.

Independent living offers private living with community services, and home care brings support to a resident’s home. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time, since care can continue within the same community.

The home has 50 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4h 37m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care.

Dining includes flexible choices through casual cafe dining and traditional dinner options, giving residents two confirmed meal settings. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet with them.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid and private pay provide other ways to cover care.

The community is operated by Springpoint At Montgomery, with Mr. Kevin Vollbrecht serving as administrator. Its range of care may be a good fit for a resident whose needs are changing or who may need different levels of support over time.

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Overview of Complete Care at Wayne Hills Rehab & Resp Center

Complete Care at Wayne Hills Rehab & Resp Center provides nursing home care, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Wayne, NJ. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are on site around the clock, while nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing care. Hospice care is for people nearing the end of life, palliative care focuses on comfort and symptoms during serious illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs temporary coverage.

Post-acute care, rehabilitation services, and short-term rehabilitation support recovery after hospitalization or surgery. Programs for ventilator support, orthopedic and post-surgical care, cardiac care, neuro and stroke care, pulmonary care, renal care, bariatric care, and psychology and psychiatric care give residents access to services matched to these specific medical needs. The range of short-term rehabilitation and respite services can suit someone recovering after a hospital stay or a family caregiver who needs temporary coverage.

The community has 120 beds. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 43 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted.

Mr. Raphoel Muller serves as administrator, and Complete Care At Lakeview operates the community.

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Overview of Brandywine Living Serenade at Princeton

Brandywine Living Serenade at Princeton offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Princeton, NJ. In assisted living, residents live in a suite and receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 120 beds, with suites as its housing option. Monthly starting prices are $8,650 for assisted living and $8,650 for memory care, with the rate corresponding to the level of care a resident receives. It may suit someone whose needs could grow from assisted living to memory care, as well as a family seeking a short respite stay.

Residents can spend time in the beauty salon, formal dining room, private dining room, bistro, café, or screening room with snack bar. An outdoor koi pond adds another place to sit or spend time outside. Pets are allowed.

Ms. Maryellen Herrera serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Well Bl Portfolio 1 Opco.

$8,650/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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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