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Assisted living costs in Wading River average about $6,275 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 241 communities in Wading River. Our detailed directory has 5244 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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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
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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 stars for all questions! Plush Mills is a small facility. Everyone seems to know each other, this being staff included. The dining room with tables for 4 encourages meeting new people without being...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Plush Mills is a great place to live the good life. Big enough to count on. Small enough to care. With only 124 independent living apartments and 34 personalized care suites, Plush Mills is just the right size — large enough to offer a full range of services, yet small enough to provide truly...
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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.
New Standard Senior Living is the onlyretirement community in the Hammontonarea with affordable, private assisted livingsuites that offers Medicaid and low-incomehousing options, in addition to private pay.More value and the best support for yourmoney — and payment options you can livewith — add...
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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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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our family is here for your loved ones at the difficult times of their lives. Providing care for them is a family decision, and we understand that each person is different. At Golden Age Garden Senior Care Center, we work closely with families to help them through all available options.At Golden...
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I went to several seniors care homes, before I decided to bring my mom to The Bayville Manor. The Bayville Manor are honest and very reasonably priced. My bill is exactly what they said it would be. They...
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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Provides: Memory Care
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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 Wiley Christian Retirement Community
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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The Lions Gate community has been a good fit for my loved one. He is receiving the care and attention he needs. The staff is very attentive and keep him safe. The place overall is very clean and well...
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.
Lions gate, a continuing care retirement community in affiliation with the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey for adults 62 and up. Our residents enjoy an active worry free lifestyle complete with spacious apartments, cottages and a remarkable variety of amenities and on site...
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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.
New Standard Senior Living is the onlyretirement community in the Millvillearea with afordable, private assisted livingsuites that offers Medicaid and low-incomehousing options, in addition to private pay.More value and the best support for yourmoney — and payment options you can livewith — add...
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.
Photo of Complete Care at Green Acres
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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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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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.
Dover Woods Health Care Center is a residential health care facility located in Toms River, with an admissions policy for anyone over 18 years of age with physical and/or mental disabilities. Dover Woods Health Care Center is in a modern building with a full choice of room arrangements, catering...
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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.
The Lakewood Courtyard's kitchen, under strict rabbinical supervision, provides three glatt kosher meals daily, as well as Shabbos and Yom Tov Seudos.
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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.
Twin Cedars is an assisted living community in the beautiful town of Wenonah, New Jersey. The landscaped, tree-lined campus will have you feeling as if you are in a peaceful town in the country. Enjoy a serene fishing trip on Wenonah Lake, take a walk down the clean paths of the various parks...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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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As my mother-in-law entered into her advanced stages of dementia, we struggled to find a home that would provide a satisfactory level of care. Moving her from this care facility to that one, we became...
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.
Riverview Estates is a faith-based community serving a diverse aging population and their families by providing a continuum of care with respect, acceptance, dignity and joy.

Cost of assisted living in Wading River, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Wading River is $6,275 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harvey Cedars, NJ with an average of $5,444 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wading River, NJ vs. nearby cities

Wading River, NJ
$6,275/mo

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

Wading River, NJ
$6,275/mo
U.S. national average
$4,668/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wading River vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$6,275/mo
$6,281/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Wading River, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,553/mo
Studio
$6,440/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,541/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,189/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,362/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Wading River over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wading River, 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 Wading River.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wading River

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wading River

Chestnut Ridge Wallingford

4.1
Microwaves were removed from each apartment/ suite and there isn't one available in the activity room that was converted to their dining area. I'd expect a bit more for [cost removed] a month. More often than not, it's hard to find someone staff wise on her floor especially since it's now a ...
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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.

Artis Senior Living of Huntingdon Valley

4.9
My grandmother is always clean, but does sometimes have other's clothes on when we visit or when we pick her up. I know name labels wash off and she often hides clothes from staff, but still we want to be sure she has the clothes we've given her. Staff are always friendly and listen when we have ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. Residents and their families express gratitude for the friendly and supportive nature of the caregivers at Tylers Mill Senior Living, The Birches at Newtown, Leisure Park, and Crescent Fields at Huntin ...
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Individualized care for unique needs. Several reviews highlight the accommodation of individual care plans to cater to residents' specific needs. For example, at Atria Lafayette Hill, staff members adjust to the needs of their residents and ensure that their care plans are effective and customized, making a positive difference in ...
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Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Families appreciate the regular and detailed conversations that staff members have with them about their loved ones' care. At Azalea at Cinnaminson, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually, to ensure everyone is info ...
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Attractive and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on the upkeep of private rooms and common areas. Residents of Sunrise of Wall, Sunrise of Jackson, and Brookdale Northampton mention the well-maintained and attractive living spaces, which contribute ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Activities are another key feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at communities like Spring Oak at Forked River, Woodbury Mews, and Tylers Mill Senior Living. Entertainment, social events, gardening classes, and museum outings help residents ...
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Quality and attentive health care services. Residents and their families frequently mention the high-quality health care services at their communities. At Granville Place, Washington Township Senior Living, and Azalea at Cinnaminson, health care professionals are available on-site to address medical needs, providing peace of mind an ...
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Wading River review score based on 1,132 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1132 reviews of 214 Wading River assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wading River 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

Wading River review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Wading River, NJ214 facilities
8.2
Port Republic, NJ165 facilities
8.3
Egg Harbor City, NJ239 facilities

Review subcategories for Wading River 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 1,132 reviews of 214 Wading River assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wading River 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
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
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Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Wading River assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wading River assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wading River, 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 Wading River 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 Wading River 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
70.6%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.1%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.7%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Wading River 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 Wading River Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.7%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.1%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wading River 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 Wading River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.3%
40.7%
No sugar
No sugar
56.5%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.1%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Wading River 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 Wading River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.1%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.9%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
47.7%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wading River 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 Wading River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
65%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.8%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.7%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.2%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.9%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.2%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.7%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.3%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
64%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
44.9%
30.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.1%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Wading River

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 Wading River protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Cape May, Brookdale Westampton and The Terraces at Seacrest Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wading River, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 241 assisted living facilities near Wading River, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Wading River, New Jersey are Brookdale Cape May, Azalea at Cinnaminson and Traditions of Cross Keys. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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