Page 8 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. 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.
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.
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.
Complete Care At Barn Hill
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Newton
154No 86 -Complete Care At Barn Hill LLCJoseph Dickson 90.3% A11534.8
Concord Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lakewood
120No 42 -Concord Healthcare & Rehabilitation CenterMr. Yehudah Kramer 75.8% A+8101.3
CareOne at Livingston
SC
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Livingston
120No 12 -Care Two, LLCMr. Michael Brienza 48.3% A+6162.7
Lincoln Park Renaissance
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Lincoln Park
189No 72 -521 Pine Brook Operating, LLCMr. Steve Staum 95.2% B+7314.4
Montclair Care Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Montclair
64No 78 -Montclair Care Center, LLCJoshua Rosenberg 73.4% A7182.6
Magnolia Gardens
SC
AL
MC
RC
Toms River
120No 11 -Magnolia Gardens South, LPRobert Graziano 76.7% B+7101.4
Mullica Gardens Assisted Living
SC
AL
NH
Mullica Hill
80No 18 Studio / 1 BedMullica Gardens Assisted Living LLCSabrina Mullin 48.8% A530.6
Thrive at Montvale
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Montvale
140Yes 10 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMontvale Opco, LLCSahar Edalati 49.3% A-461.5
Brightview Woodbury Lake
SC
AL
MC
Woodbury (Deptford Township)
87Yes 36 Studio / Suite / 1 BedBh Brightview Woodbury Lake Opco, LLCMs. . Tracy Gill 74.7% A-881.0
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Wayne (Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike)
56No 68 -Arden Courts 800 Hamburg Turnpike, LLCMs. Katherine Harrison 60.7% A-671.2
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Overview of Concord Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center

Concord Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Lakewood, New Jersey provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, hospice care, memory care, and respite care. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care addresses end of life needs, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care options may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The community has 120 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse time allocated to each resident. Mr. Yehudah Kramer serves as administrator.

Rehabilitation services include subacute rehabilitation, orthopedic rehabilitation, stroke recovery, cardiac care, pulmonary care, and dementia care programs. Residents can receive therapy and condition focused support within the facility. A kosher program and religious services are available for residents who want those offerings, while an on site beauty salon provides grooming services. The enclosed patio gives residents access to outdoor space within the community.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving eligible residents public benefit and direct payment options. A Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Complete Care at Barn Hill

Complete Care at Barn Hill is a nursing home in Newton, New Jersey, offering hospice care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Memory care provides supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Hospice focuses on comfort near the end of life, while palliative care addresses comfort and symptom relief during serious illness.

Respite care offers a short term stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time away. The range of care may suit someone whose needs change over time. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and nursing home services support ongoing residence with nursing care.

Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation support residents recovering after a medical episode and working toward their next level of function. Complete Care at Barn Hill has 154 beds, placing it in the larger community range, with more residents and staff than a smaller home.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 28 minutes per resident per day. That represents the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families payment paths for covered or privately funded care, and Joseph Dickson serves as the administrator.

An 86 out of 100 Walk Score means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of CareOne at Livingston

CareOne at Livingston offers assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, along with respite care, in Livingston, NJ. Assisted living helps with daily tasks while a resident maintains a private apartment. Memory care provides a supervised setting for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide nursing support on site. Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs temporary relief. Several care levels are available within one community, which may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

The home has 76 beds, with total nurse staffing of four hours per resident per day. That figure represents the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Short term rehabilitation and rehabilitation services are available for temporary recovery needs.

Residents can use the outdoor patio or courtyard and attend art therapy, music therapy and pet therapy. Excursions and recreation programming add activities beyond the daily routine. Restaurant style dining and room service provide on site meal options, while transportation services support travel beyond the community. There is also a movie theater for resident entertainment.

CareOne at Livingston accepts Medicare, Medicaid and private pay, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Medicaid may help eligible residents whose savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare may cover eligible short term skilled care. Mr. Michael Brienza serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Lincoln Park Renaissance

Lincoln Park Renaissance is a nursing home and skilled nursing community with secured memory care in Lincoln Park, New Jersey. Nursing and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing support on site around the clock. The secured memory care unit offers supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering. Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay, while long term care supports ongoing residence.

The combination may suit someone whose needs include nursing care or a secured memory care setting. With 189 beds, this is a larger setting with more residents, staff, and programming. Private rooms provide an individual living space, while semi private rooms suit someone who prefers to share a room. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 14 minutes per resident per day, representing the recorded daily hands on nursing time available per resident.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families public benefit and self pay routes. Rehabilitation services are available for residents receiving recovery focused care. Lincoln Park Renaissance is administered by Mr. Steve Staum and operated by 521 Pine Brook Operating.

A Walk Score of 72 places the area in the very walkable range. Most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops or services independently.

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Overview of Montclair Care Center

Montclair Care Center in Montclair, New Jersey, delivers skilled nursing, memory care, hospice, and short-term respite stays within a 64-bed setting. Memory care programs utilize a secured environment tailored for individuals needing close supervision due to cognitive impairment. Subacute rehabilitation options support residents working to recover physical function, while temporary respite stays offer temporary support when regular family caregivers require time away.

Administrator Joshua Rosenberg manages operational oversight at the facility. Daily nursing care averages 3 hours and 27 minutes per resident. Amenities feature an outdoor patio and a full-service beauty and barber salon. Earning a walk score of 78, the central location allows residents to access local shops, cafes, and pharmacies on foot. Financial arrangements accept Medicare for qualifying short-term care, Medicaid, and private funds.

Families considering care options can connect with Montclair Care Center to review current admissions, inquire about specific therapy programs, or organize a physical walkthrough of the building.

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Overview of Magnolia Gardens

Magnolia Gardens provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Toms River, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily activities, while memory care supports residents with memory impairment through the community’s Serenity Place program. Respite care offers a short term stay when a family caregiver is traveling or recovering.

Residents can choose private or semi private rooms, whether they prefer to live alone or share a room. The community has 100 beds. Scheduled transportation covers shopping, banking, and doctor’s appointments, with wheelchair accessible vehicles available for those trips.

An on site salon is available, and rehabilitation services provide access to therapy through the community. Religious services and social and activity programs are also offered. The combination of assisted living, memory care, and respite care may suit a resident whose care needs may change or a family seeking short term support.

Medicaid and Medicare are accepted as payment options. Medicaid can help families whose savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Mr. Robert Lapid serves as administrator, and Magnolia Gardens South operates the community.

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Mullica Gardens Assisted Living

161 Mullica Hill Rd, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
Overview of Mullica Gardens Assisted Living

Mullica Gardens Assisted Living offers assisted living and nursing care in Mullica Hill, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain a studio or one bedroom living space, while nursing care provides licensed nursing support around the clock. Care can change over time, so a resident may be able to remain in the community if their needs increase rather than move elsewhere.

The community has 80 beds, with studio and one bedroom options that include deluxe studios and one bedroom suites. A secure unit serves residents with memory impairment, providing supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Rehabilitation services are available here as well, allowing residents to receive therapy within the community instead of arranging transportation to another location.

A private, landscaped interior courtyard gives residents an outdoor area on site, while activity centers and seating areas offer designated places for activities and time with others. Sabrina Mullin serves as the administrator.

Contact Mullica Gardens Assisted Living

Overview of Arden Courts a ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne

Arden Courts Memory Care Community, stationed on Hamburg Turnpike in Wayne, embraces the specific needs of individuals affected by memory loss. Employing a team of specially trained caregivers, this community is geared to care for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The community is laid out with inviting common spaces, a homely kitchen, family rooms, and walking paths encapsulated within secure courtyards to ensure both the safety and comfort of residents.

Arden Courts advances structured, engaging programs seven days a week, personalized for all degrees of dementia. These programs capitalize on lifelong experiences and familiar routines. The facility comprises four separate houses, each featuring private bedrooms with half-baths, and a few shared rooms. Here, all utilities are included, making Arden Courts a comprehensive and considerate choice among memory care communities.

Contact Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne

Thrive at Montvale

110 Summit Ave, Montvale, NJ 07645
Overview of Thrive at Montvale

Administered by Sahar Edalati, Thrive at Montvale is a 140-bed assisted living community in Montvale, New Jersey, on a scenic campus near Lake Tappan and the Garden State Parkway. Operated by Thrive at Montvale, the home spans three stories and offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans suited to an array of needs and preferences.

The facility is designed to cater to residents across the senior living spectrum. It offers assisted living for those needing daily support with personal care and activities, independent living for occupants wanting community and amenities without attentive assistance, memory care for people with cognitive changes, and respite care for short-term stays. Transportation services help residents with errands and outings. The car-dependent location in Montvale has a Walk Score of 10, so a vehicle is needed for most activities and destinations. That suburban setting charms occupants valuing a calmer, residential neighborhood over an urban environment. Occupancy currently sits at 49 percent, mirroring the home’s ongoing growth and available openings for new residents.

State inspections address compliance and resident safety. Thrive at Montvale’s inspection record shows a history of oversight consistent with standards, with findings that have centered on administrative and documentation matters.

For families thinking of choosing the home, a tour and talk with the administrator can clarify daily operations and what each level of care includes.

Contact Thrive at Montvale

Overview of Brightview Woodbury Lake

Based in Woodbury, NJ, Brightview Woodbury Lake is a dedicated senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. Residents enjoy a delightful retirement experience at the comfort of their beautifully designed apartments, with a wide selection of studio apartments, companion, and one bedroom apartments to choose from. A team of dedicated team members are available to provide compassionate support any time of the day.

At Brightview Woodbury Lake, residents can look forward to vibrant and fulfilling days with a well-curated calendar of activities and a broad range of convenient amenities. Residents enjoy plenty of spacious community rooms, comfortable conversation areas for socializing with friends, and inviting outdoor areas for relaxation. An emergency call system and secured entry system adds to residents’ security and peace of mind.

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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 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