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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in East Franklin, NJ

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Assisted living costs in East Franklin average about $7,103 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 27 communities in East Franklin. Our detailed directory has 624 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Rehabilitation Center at Hartwick @ Oak Tree is excellent, attentive, caring, professional, competent in every way.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Well known as a provider of high quality nursing and rehabilitation care, Hartwyck at Oak Tree is a unique facility that provides not only geriatric care, but also specialized care for residents who are ventilator-dependent or suffering from traumatic brain injury. Our staff is highly skilled in...
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When I had to move my parents from Philadelphia 5 years ago to the Hillsborough area, my wife and I spoke with friends and toured several of the assisted living facilities in the area. They ended up at the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Avalon at Hillsborough is Bridgeway Senior Healthcare's newest Assisted Living Residence, having opened in October 2006. We are affiliated with Bridgeway Care Center are a part of the Bridgeway Senior Healthcare continuum of services.    From the moment you walk through our...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in East Franklin, NJ

The average cost of senior living in East Franklin is $7,103 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Rocky Hill, NJ with an average of $6,836 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Franklin, NJ vs. nearby cities

East Franklin, NJ
$7,103/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Franklin, NJ vs. the state and national average

East Franklin, NJ
$7,103/mo
U.S. national average
$4,671/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Franklin vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,103/mo
$7,138/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in East Franklin, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$6,061/mo
Studio
$7,515/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,565/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,180/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in East Franklin over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Franklin, NJ

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in East Franklin.

What families are saying about assisted living in East Franklin

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Franklin

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange

4.6
My wife has been a resident with Alzheimer's for about three(3) years and her care has been excellent. All of the personal at every level are excellent.

The Terraces at Lawrence in Lawrenceville, NJ

5.0
I love the services that I get. Everyone is very kind. I've had nothing but great service I would absolutely recommend for people to come here.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and responsive staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities, such as Sunrise of East Brunswick, Maplewood at Princeton, and The Delaney of Bridgewater, who are always available to answer questions and address concerns from residents and their families.
Variety of activities for residents. Communities like Maplewood at Princeton, Spring Hills Somerset, and All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough offer a range of activities to keep residents engaged and active, including games, arts and crafts, movie nights, and social events.
Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Residents and their families praise the cleanliness and upkeep of facilities at communities such as The Delaney of Bridgewater, Sunrise of East Brunswick, and CareOne at Somerset Valley, ensuring a comfortable and hygienic environment for all.
Resident-focused care and personalized attention. Communities like CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living, Brandywine Mountain Ridge by Monarch, and CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living prioritize individual care and attention for residents, providing tailored support to meet their unique needs and preferences.
Effective and consistent communication. Families appreciate the clear and consistent communication from staff at communities such as Spring Hills Somerset, Maplewood at Princeton, and Sunrise of East Brunswick, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in their loved ones' care.
Engaging communal spaces for socializing. Communities like All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough, Maplewood at Princeton, and Brighton Gardens of Edison offer appealing communal spaces for residents to socialize and connect with one another, promoting a strong sense of community.
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East Franklin review score based on 147 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 147 reviews of 27 East Franklin assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East Franklin review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

East Franklin review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
East Franklin, NJ27 facilities
8.7
New Brunswick, NJ31 facilities
8.7
Highland Park, NJ27 facilities

Review subcategories for East Franklin assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 147 reviews of 27 East Franklin assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare East Franklin resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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East Franklin assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Franklin assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Franklin, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in East Franklin assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in East Franklin that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
77.8%
52.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.3%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.8%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
51.9%
30.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.5%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Franklin assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of East Franklin Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Franklin, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.5%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70.4%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.5%
41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Franklin assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of East Franklin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Franklin, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
70.4%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70.4%
40.8%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40.7%
16%
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Availability of select dining options in East Franklin assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of East Franklin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.3%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
59.3%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Franklin assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in East Franklin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Franklin, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
74.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
59.3%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
70.4%
47%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
30.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Franklin

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in East Franklin protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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There are 27 assisted living facilities near East Franklin, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in East Franklin, New Jersey are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange, The Villas of Holmdel and Brighton Gardens of Edison. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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