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Best Senior Communities in New Jersey

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 647 homes in New Jersey

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.

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New Jersey Eastern Star
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Bridgewater (Finderne)
82No 50 -N. J. Eastern Star Home, Inc.Dawn Giakas 85.4% A+8232.9
Broadway House for Continuing Care
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Newark (Mount Pleasant/Lower Broadway)
78No 86 -University HospitalMr. James Gonzalez 83.3% -10191.9
Bentley Commons at Paragon Village
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Hackettstown (Mount Olive Township)
82Yes 14 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedKdg Paragon, LLCMs. Dawn Duffy 96.3% -5102.0
Sunrise of Wall
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Wall Township (Osbornes Mills)
90Yes 53 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSzr Wall Assisted Living, LLCRacquel Williams 70.0% -510.2
CareOne at Livingston
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Livingston (Passaic Avenue)
76No 12 -Care Two, LLCMr. Michael Brienza 76.3% -8121.5
Preferred Care at Mercer
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Ewing Township (Fernwood)
100No 64 -Preferred Care At Mercer, LLCMr. Shalom Dickstein 81.0% -11181.6
Brookdale Florham Park
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Florham Park
77Yes 55 Studio / 1 BedAhc Florham Park, LLCMs.. Leah Jennings 70.1% A+520.4
Sunrise of Summit
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Summit
97Yes 71 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSummit Opco, LLCMs. Courtney Catrone 75.3% -410.3
Sunrise of Lincroft
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Lincroft
85Yes 56 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWelltower Opco Group LLCMs. Wendy Mcguire 68.2% A-5-0.0
Sunrise of Shrewsbury
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Shrewsbury
95Yes 55 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSunrise Of Shrewsbury Opco, LLCMs. Joyce Yencarelli 56.8% -7-0.0
The Delaney of Bridgewater
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bridgewater (Martinsville)
97Yes 5 -Lcs Bridgewater Operations II LLCMs. Julianne Mackey 67.0% -510.2
Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Freehold Township (Stonehurst West)
94No 54 Studio / 1 BedCentra State Assisted Living, Inc.Ms. Courtney Paul 69.1% -1-0.0
Sunrise of Edgewater
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Edgewater
87Yes 75 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWelltower Opco Group LLCMs. Sarah Wissler--1-0.0
Sunrise of Cresskill
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Cresskill
99Yes 73 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSjv 1 Cresskill Opco LLCMs. Danna Schmude 86.9% -3-0.0
The Chelsea at Fairlawn
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Fair Lawn
74Yes 79 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedTc/Csl Fairlawn Senior LivingMelissa Holden--144.0
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Overview of Daughters of Israel Pleasant Valley Home
Daughters of Israel is a multi-faceted, state-of-the-art, skilled nursing facility located in West Orange, New Jersey. It offers a full continuum of care, including short-term rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing, memory care, hospice, and respite stays. The facility is renowned for its warm and nurturing environment and provides a broad array of specialty programs and services.

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Overview of Care One at Wayne – Alr
CareOne at Wayne is an assisted living and long-term care facility located in Wayne, New Jersey. It offers a full range of care and services tailored to residents' physical and cognitive needs in a vibrant atmosphere. The facility emphasizes personalized attention and a full schedule of daily activities to keep residents engaged.

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Overview of Complete Care at Brick LLC
Complete Care at Brick offers post-acute rehabilitation programs and long-term care services in Brick Township, NJ. The facility provides a welcoming environment with around-the-clock nursing care and advanced clinical specialties. Their focus is on helping patients recover from illness, injury, or surgery while ensuring comfort and support.

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Overview of King Manor Care and Rehabilitation Center
King Manor Care and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Neptune City, NJ. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, and memory care. The center is committed to providing personalized care in a supportive environment.

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Overview of Care One at Moorestown
CareOne at Moorestown is a sub-acute rehabilitation facility and assisted living community in Moorestown, NJ. It offers high-quality, compassionate care across the aging continuum, including assisted living, memory care, and long-term care. The facility is recognized among the best skilled nursing facilities nationwide on the U.S. News and World Report’s Best Nursing Homes of 2024 list.

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Overview of Laurel Manor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Laurel Manor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a premier sub-acute rehabilitation center and long-term care facility located in Stratford, NJ. It offers a comprehensive range of services including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and respite care. The facility is committed to providing exceptional care in a comfortable environment.

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Overview of Laurel Brook Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Laurel Brook Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is located in Mt. Laurel, NJ. It offers a comprehensive continuum of specialized care including orthopedic rehabilitation, stroke recovery, and chronic kidney disease management. The facility provides various services such as subacute rehabilitation, memory care, and long-term care.

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Overview of Rolling Hills Care Center
Rolling Hills Care Center is a healthcare center providing a full range of healthcare services, including rehabilitative therapy, skilled nursing care, post-surgical care, long-term care, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, as well as respite and palliative care. It is situated on a scenic 43-acre country campus that is conducive to healing and recuperation. The facility offers outstanding healthcare in a beautiful environment with comfortable accommodations and fine amenities.

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Overview of Echelon Care & Rehab
Echelon Care and Rehab Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Voorhees Township, NJ. It offers a wide range of services, including long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and respite care. The center is committed to providing residents with the highest quality care in a comfortable and home-like setting.

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Overview of Complete Care at Phillipsburg, LLC
Complete Care at Phillipsburg offers post-acute rehabilitation programs and long-term care services in Phillipsburg, NJ. The facility provides a welcoming environment with around-the-clock nursing care and various specialized services. Their goal is to help patients recover and transition home safely while maintaining comfort and dignity.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    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.

  • 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 6 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.