Brookdale Monroe
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Monroe Township, NJ

Brookdale Monroe

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Monroe Township, NJ

Overview of Brookdale Monroe

Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Monroe, WA, Brookdale Monroe is an exceptional senior living community that offers a variety of living options. These include assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features spacious and graceful floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments.

Brookdale Monroe provides a resident-driven community, ensuring they live actively and happily. Brookdale Monroe fosters a warm and inviting environment, conducting events and activities for seniors’ wellness and amusement. Here, residents enjoy healthy and tasty meals that cater to their dietary needs and cravings. With a pet-friendly community, residents walk around the beautiful campus and enjoy slow times in the fireside living room. Brookdale Monroe is an ideal place for relaxation and convenience.

Bed community size
116-bed community Rank #291 / 561Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 291st out of 561 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Jersey facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in New Jersey that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 28 / 100 Rank #456 / 640Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 456th out of 640 homes in New Jersey. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New Jersey facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in New Jersey that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
78%
Rank #269 / 496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 269th out of 496 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 496. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in New Jersey that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
90 / 116
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
License Number50a003

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Monroe is legally operated by Brookdale Monroe, and administered by Barbara Lavelle.

Officers

Info Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility

Living Comm Brookdale Senior

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
116 units
Total beds
116 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24/7 trained staff available for emergencies.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Denise Warren, Interim CEO

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Library
Concierge Service
Café/Bistro
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Gardening / Greenhouse
Private Dining Room
Walking Paths
Landscaped Grounds
Snack Shop
Meeting Rooms
Piano
Activitiestrivia nights, gardening clubs, painting workshops
Specific ProgramsLiving Spaces, Health and Safety, Signature Programs
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$6,710 per month
Memory Care$8,940 per month

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Inspection History

In New Jersey, the Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing conducts mandatory unannounced surveys to ensure facilities provide safe and effective resident care.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 4 inspections 2 complaint investigations

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Jersey state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total inspections (56% below)
• Complaint investigations (33% below)
Latest Inspection November 20, 2025

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This Facility NJ Average vs. NJ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 4 9 This facility has 56% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (4 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 56% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 2 3 This facility has 33% fewer complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (2 vs. NJ avg 3).↓ 33% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • October 20, 2023 routine inspection found no deficiencies and full compliance with infection control regulations and CDC COVID-19 practices.
  • December 16, 2020 routine survey also confirmed compliance with infection control and CDC COVID-19 guidelines without deficiencies.
  • November 20, 2025 privacy notice detailed patients’ rights and protections with no complaints or deficiencies reported.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Monroe

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Address 2.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Monroe Township's city center to Brookdale Monroe's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

Brookdale Monroe
AL
MC
Monroe Township (The Estates At Monroe)
116
Facility 116
NJ AVG 125
Rank #291 / 561
Yes
28
Facility 28
NJ AVG 47
Rank #456 / 640
Studio / 1 Bed Brookdale Monroe Barbara Lavelle
77.6%
Facility 77.6%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #248 / 450
A+ 4
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 519
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 519
Sunrise of Marlboro
AL
HC
MC
Marlboro
110
Facility 110
NJ AVG 125
Rank #319 / 561
Yes
36
Facility 36
NJ AVG 47
Rank #403 / 640
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed Sunrise Assisted Living Of Marlboro Ms. Christina Dilorenzo
54.5%
Facility 54.5%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #403 / 450
- 5
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #113 / 519
0.2
Facility 0.2
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #117 / 519
Monroe Village Assisted Living
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
Monroe Township
42
Facility 42
NJ AVG 125
Rank #529 / 561
No
18
Facility 18
NJ AVG 47
Rank #536 / 640
- - Mr. R.j. Whiteman
54.8%
Facility 54.8%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #401 / 450
- 2
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 519
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 519
Monroe Village
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
Monroe Township - No
9
Facility 9
NJ AVG 47
Rank #594 / 640
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed - - - - ---

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

Brookdale Monroe is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Jersey.

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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NJ

High urban demand; managed care model.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Medical services

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+
General New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
NJ

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Home modifications (~$1,000 avg.)

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings) Premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark)

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NJ

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year combined household, projected
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.

Benefits
Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.

Benefits
Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters)

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.
Income Limits (2025) ~$500,000/year projected, subject to final regs
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.

Benefits
Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NJ

Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.

Benefits
Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NJ

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NJ

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Monroe

What neighborhood is Brookdale Monroe in?

Brookdale Monroe is in the The Estates at Monroe neighborhood of Monroe Township.

Is Brookdale Monroe in a walkable area?

Brookdale Monroe has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Brookdale Monroe?

According to NJ state health department records, Brookdale Monroe's license number is 50a003.

When does Brookdale Monroe's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Brookdale Monroe's license expires on July 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Monroe?

Brookdale Monroe's occupancy is 78%.

Does Brookdale Monroe have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Monroe on this page.

Who is the administrator of Brookdale Monroe?

Barbara Lavelle is the administrator of Brookdale Monroe.

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