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Assisted living costs in Mercer County average about $6,444 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 24 communities in Mercer County. Our detailed directory has 500 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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99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.7
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55 reviews
9.7
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55 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
24%
3 star
4%
2 star
4%
1 star
4%
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Staff is friendly and compassionate. Facility clean and inviting. My mother's private room was a generous size, including the bathroom. Both with plenty of closet space.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
If you and your family are looking for memory care, we can help. Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community with our Clare Bridge program is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of belonging and purpose while also helping them preserve who they...
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1313 Photos available
9.4
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47 reviews
9.4
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47 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
28%
3 star
11%
2 star
21%
1 star
2%
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The staff at CareOne saved my dads life. They really care and are invested in his wellness. It's worth the money to know he is safe and thriving. Room sizes are perfect, they have a lot of events and...
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.
CareOne Assisted Living at Hamilton is centrally located in beautiful Hamilton, New Jersey, situated on a 7-acre picturesque wooded campus. We are local to shopping centers, restaurants and entertainment venues. Our residents enjoy beautiful private apartments, abundant activities and customized...
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9.0
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13 reviews
9.0
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13 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
39%
3 star
15%
2 star
8%
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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.
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.
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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43 reviews
8.8
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43 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
26%
3 star
9%
2 star
7%
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7%
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Bear Creek has a home like feeling, not cold and or institutional. It was a good, positive experience. I would recommend Bear Creek.
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.
Bear Creek Assisted Living incorporates the most progressive Assisted Living concepts into its programs as well as its architectural design. Our individually tailored programs of personal services assure that each Resident's and family's expectations are not only met, they are, in fact, exceeded....
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77 Photos available
8.5
Review score
32 reviews
8.5
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32 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
25%
3 star
6%
2 star
3%
1 star
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My brother has lived here for a number of years. I am happy to say that he has been very happy and well cared for during his stay. The staff has been very friendly and attentive and there have been many...
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.
Within a campus of continued care, transitions are easy to meet your current needs. Whether you are here for a brief stay or if you're calling The Pavilions 'home', we want you to feel comfortable and as independent as possible. Your level of activity depends on your ability and interest,...
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8.4
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12 reviews
8.4
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12 reviews
5 star
42%
4 star
42%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
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Homestead at Hamilton is a very pleasant and well cared for environment. The staff is wonderful and it is apparently they love their job. There are a lot of different activities to keep everyone socializing...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We area an Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care Community located in Hamilton New Jersey. We have been a staple of the community since 2017. This is the best place for your loved one to come and age in place, we offer a range of services and amenities and care! Please give us a...
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88 Photos available
8.4
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15 reviews
8.4
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15 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
13%
3 star
13%
2 star
7%
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The resident feels like home. The staff is professional and provide service with care and love. He has extended the stay to long term
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in Princeton, New Jersey, HarborChase of Princeton offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services, and features beautiful, spacious apartments. Residents are only moments away from the prestigious Princeton University, world-class McCarter Theatre Center, Palmer Square,...
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66 Photos available
8.0
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15 reviews
8.0
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15 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
27%
3 star
13%
2 star
7%
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Overall, everything has gotten better since they transitioned their management company to Juniper in March of this year. In the six months that they’ve taken over they’ve already done a survey and have...
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.
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Photo of Rose Hill Assisted Living
1818 Photos available
8.0
Review score
23 reviews
8.0
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23 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
13%
3 star
4%
2 star
4%
1 star
9%
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We had a good tour experience with Rose Hill Assited Living. They were a second floor only full care facility. No access to outside unless family takes them out. They were all very friendly people, but we...
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.
Rose Hill Assisted Living is a wonderful nurturing assisted living community in Robbinsville, NJ. Comfortably situated in a serene residential area, our facility is nestled amidst picturesque grounds alongside the beautiful town center pond and walking paths. We are also conveniently located...
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Photo of Brandywine Living at Pennington
11 Photo available
8.0
Review score
22 reviews
8.0
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22 reviews
5 star
81%
4 star
14%
3 star
0%
2 star
5%
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My mother passed away at Brandywine last month. The decisions you are facing now about the care of a loved one are difficult and life-changing ones. It is with great gratitude that share my experiences with...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living at Pennington! We are a leading provider of quality care and services for older adults and their families. Brandywine Senior Living at Pennington is an assisted living community designed to provide elegant living for older adults who desire an...
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Photo of The Birches at NewtownCommunity card badge
77 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
111 reviews
9.8
Review score
111 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
16%
3 star
4%
2 star
0%
1 star
2%
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The Birches in Newtown is committed to keeping the residents happy. I have made friendships that will last a lifetime. I feel confident about because I do activities and exercise.
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 Birches at Newtown in Newtown, PA offer the ideal setting for your senior living community. If you're looking for a community that exudes a friendly and fun atmosphere while still providing the little extra security you want you're in the right place. You'll be able to get as much...
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Photo of Oxford CrossingsCommunity card badge
88 Photos available
9.8
Review score
22 reviews
9.8
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22 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
18%
3 star
0%
2 star
5%
1 star
14%
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Staff is super nice. It’s very clean. My dad is happy there. [name removed] is amazing. We needed to find a place for my Dad asap. She made this all happen in 6 days. She is very responsive to any...
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.
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2525 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.7
Review score
33 reviews
9.7
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33 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
18%
3 star
0%
2 star
6%
1 star
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Everyone is very friendly. They always try to fix any small issues that come up, and the staff are very helpful. My Mother in Law is in the memory care unit, and they take wonderful care of her. Actually,...
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.
Welcome to an inspiring senior living community located right on the campus of Penn Medicine-Princeton Health in downtown Plainsboro. Nestled moments away from the prestigious Princeton University, the world-class McCarter Theatre Center, the Institute for Advanced Studies, Palmer Square, and...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
14 reviews
9.6
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14 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
21%
3 star
0%
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I think the staff(most of them) genuinely care about the residents. We are there every day and see what the staff has to do and we appreciate them. The facility is clean for the most part. The food is...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
At Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life. By “Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today,” we create safer, more connected, more celebrated lives.Our...
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Photo of Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Yardley
3636 Photos available
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9.3
Review score
37 reviews
9.3
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37 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
24%
3 star
5%
2 star
5%
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14%
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My spouse has been here for it years. Its is truly a wonderful place, very personal and home like. I am there everyday and the staff have become family to us. Activities staff and programming are truly...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion
8.9
Review score
69 reviews
8.9
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69 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
32%
3 star
7%
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5 for all. What we like the most about Sunrise of Lower Makefield is the pleasant atmosphere and friendly staff. They recently acquired a puppy!
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.
Sunrise Senior Living of Lower Makefield offers individualized care in a cozy and private atmosphere, located in Morrisville, Pennsylvania . Sunrise Senior Living of Lower Makefield's accessible location to the nearby city of Yardley makes travel easy to nearby historical attractions including...
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1515 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
5 star
44%
4 star
45%
3 star
11%
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It is expensive but the care is completely worth it. Our loved one is safe, secured and well looked after, we have been very impressed with everything since the day we stepped foot into Artis. On the tour...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
At Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life. By “Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today,” we create safer, more connected, more celebrated lives.Our...
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5 star
27%
4 star
59%
3 star
5%
2 star
9%
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Small 16 resident community, that feels more like a group home than an institution, which is a strong positive. Excellent Executive Director. Activities leader brings a lot of positive energy. Staffing is...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton is dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in a secure, safe home setting. We believe, and research and experience support the notion that a small intimate home setting is the best environment to provide a supportive...
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5 star
61%
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3 star
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My mother has been here for over a ½ year and loves it! I could go on-and-on about how wonderful this place is. The Activities Dept. is spectacular! And when you live in a place like this, you need an...
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.
Assisted Living offers furnished or unfurnished studio, one and two bedroom apartments with full kitchenettes and private bathrooms. One monthly fee includes three meals daily, snacks available all day, utilities, telephone, cable TV, housekeeping, linen service, emergency response pendant,...
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22 Photos available
1.0
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15 reviews
1.0
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15 reviews
5 star
60%
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3 star
13%
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The entire staff made this transition as smooth as possible. My mom gets great care and feels very loved and safe at Clare Estates.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Clare Estate Assisted Living in Bordentown, New Jersey is a truly unique and luxurious senior residential community nestled amid 10 acres of fully restored and modernized historic buildings, natural spaces and gardened lawns. The Clare Estate blends the restored former monastery of the...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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I need to place my husband in an assisted living facility as a respite stay as I went away on business. He recently just had a knee replacement and I could not leave him alone, he needed around-the-clock...
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.
At Brandywine Serenade at Princeton, we understand that your privacy and independence are to be respected and your possessions are to be treasured. Whether you choose to live in our elegant studio apartment, our one bedroom with den, or our stately two-bedroom suite, you are encouraged to bring...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Mercer County, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Mercer County is $6,444 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beverly, NJ with an average of $5,774 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mercer County, NJ vs. nearby counties

Mercer County, NJ
$6,444/mo
$6,174/mo
$6,690/mo

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

Mercer County, NJ
$6,444/mo
U.S. national average
$4,625/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mercer County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$6,444/mo
$6,475/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Mercer County, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,679/mo
Studio
$7,536/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,605/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,615/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Mercer County over time

Mercer County, NJNJ stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mercer County, 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 Mercer County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mercer County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mercer County

All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough in Hillsborough Township, NJ

5.0
New Administration. hopefully it is a positive change. The Conseirge and [name removed} is very helpful. I always have positive experiences with them. Mom had positive mostly interactions with other clients, and some memory issues with a few, but that is why they ate in an Assisted Living ...
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Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton

5.0
My sister entered FTMC in [date removed] -just as COVID was taking over the world. It was a painful and agonizing decision, but Fox Trail was incredibly helpful and encouraging from the beginning. The transition went so well, it felt like a miracle. My sister made a phenomenal adjustment and ...
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Senior Living Residences Marlboro in Morganville, NJ

5.0
Our mom moved to The Chelsea at Marlboro a few months ago and her experience has been terrific! We are so happy that the staff has made her really feel like she has a new home. Her apartment is clean and spacious. She enjoys the meals and the activities. We feel comfortable knowing that if we ...
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Mercer County review score based on 133 family reviews

8.3
Review score22 facilities133 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 133 reviews of 22 Mercer County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mercer County 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

Mercer County review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Mercer County, NJ22 facilities
8.2
Trenton, NJ32 facilities
8.7
Princeton, NJ21 facilities

Review subcategories for Mercer County 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 133 reviews of 22 Mercer County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mercer County 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.
Mercer County, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
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Mercer County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer County, 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 Mercer County 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 Mercer County 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
90.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
77.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90.9%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
63.6%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
90.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
90.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mercer County 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 Mercer County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mercer County, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
86.4%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
77.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
86.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mercer County 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 Mercer County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mercer County, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
68.2%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
81.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
77.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
68.2%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40.9%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer County 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 Mercer County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mercer County, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
68.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
63.6%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer County 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 Mercer County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mercer County, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
72.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.8%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
90.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
77.3%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.6%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
77.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
81.8%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
68.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.9%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mercer County

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 Mercer County protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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Sunrise of Marlboro, Brookdale Westampton and The Pathways at Warrington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mercer County, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 24 assisted living facilities near Mercer County, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Mercer County, New Jersey are Sunrise of Marlboro, Brookdale Westampton and The Birches at Newtown. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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