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Photo of Atria Cranford
1313 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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9.2
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160 reviews
9.2
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160 reviews
5 star
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My very good friend has been here for a little over a year. We have found that everyone that works at Atria is caring, friendly, and warm. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. Recently, my friend...
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.
Conveniently located just off the Garden State Parkway, down the road from Rahway River Park, Atria Cranford has served Union County families for more than 20 years. A friendly, tenured staff – including more than 60 employees with over a decade of experience at the community – is available 24/7....
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9.5
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49 reviews
9.5
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49 reviews
5 star
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It is filled with caring, friendly professionals, it encourages resident participation in activities and it is spotless. . I would definitely recommend. The building is nestled in an adorable town which...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Heritage of Clara Barton offers independent and assisted living services in a breathtaking and unique setting. Our community is actually a renovated school building built in the early 1920s and is now composed of 84 assisted living apartments and 27 independent living apartments.Our community...
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9.3
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87 reviews
9.3
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87 reviews
5 star
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Brighton Gardens of Edison was great matter fact I'm using them again in [date removed]. Really everything was great. Bill will be there in [date removed]. I guess the staff every time I had a question or a...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Edison is located just minutes from the Garden State Parkway, the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 1, Route 287, and is within walking distance from the Metro Park train station. Residents may enjoy the many nearby attractions including the Menlo Park Mall, seasonal farmers markets,...
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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63 reviews
9.2
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63 reviews
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Happy to see mom becoming involved with other seniors and participating in actitives. Beautiful grounds and building. with helpful friendly staff.
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.
A cozy community, The Brielle is nestled along 10 acres of lush wooded greenery. With multiple hospitals in the vicinity of the community, the closest is less than 3 miles away. Explore the city of Staten Island, New York, with a zoo, golf course, museums, beaches, and nature preserves within...
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1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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49 reviews
9.2
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49 reviews
5 star
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The staff is friendly and helpful. The director [name removed] is always available to answer any questions or concerns. The is a great variety of food to choose from.
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.
Juniper Village at Chatham is a gracious and enriching home to approximately 100 individuals. Located within walking distance to shopping and restaurants in the heart of beautiful Chatham Township, our classically appointed decor offers a refined ambiance while our distinctive programs nurture...
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88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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9.2
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Overall, Sunrise is a very nice long term facility for Assisted Living & for Memory Care. The facility is beautiful & nicely decorated. It looks like a big mansion from the outside & on the inside Assisted...
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.
Ideally located just down the road from the Village Green in Summit, New Jersey, and only 20 miles from Manhattan, Sunrise of Summit provides highly personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in a bright, cheerful, and modern atmosphere. Our community...
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9.1
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61 reviews
9.1
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My grandma moved in three months ago. She loves the food and is enjoying the activities the team i great and really got to know her. Very happy 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.
CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways and sits between the Livingston Mall and Short Hills Mall on Passaic Avenue.  We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. Part of a CareOne Senior Care...
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8.9
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64 reviews
8.9
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64 reviews
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Love the staff. They know me (his daughter) and my dad my name and sight Cleanliness is ok. Dining my dad loves the food. He does not do any of the activities at this time. We do not like needing to pay $12...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Mountainside offers personalized care for older adults in Union County, NJ. Our compassionate team, including our Designated Care Managers, provides individualized care to fit your unique needs and preferences. We work to promote your independence, while providing you the...
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8.9
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8.9
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Pleased with Brandywine for my mom's recent move. [name removed] and [name removed] made the process very easy to transition my mom from rehab into their community. The first day she was welcomed on a...
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.
Perched high in the Watchung Mountains, Brandywine Mountain Ridge offers more than just breathtaking vistas—it offers a life filled with dignity, friendship, and joyful independence. Here, every sunrise over the New York skyline is a gentle reminder that peace of mind and purposeful living can go...
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8.7
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70 reviews
8.7
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70 reviews
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I would rate every item a 5. Very happy with them. Actually I don't know about food since I've never eaten there and my mother has dementia so she can't tell me whether she likes or not
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.
Come visit our community nestled in the suburbs of Florham Park with tree-lined walking paths surrounding us. Enter our community and you'll experience first hand the Sunrise Difference.Please call for more information or to schedule a visit to find out how Brighton Gardens can enrich your life...
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Photo of Spring Hills Livingston
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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23 reviews
8.7
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23 reviews
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I thought they did a good job of getting [name removed] out and about from her room. At some point there were no hand soap in the bathrooms which is a HUGE problem in senior home. Staff said supply issues...
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.
Spring Hills Livingston, in Livingston, NJ is where lifestyle meets luxurious living! Our amenities and first-class senior living community offers independent living, assisted living services and memory care…that’s as personalized and unique as the legacy of Spring Hills. Our Livingston, NJ...
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Photo of Brookdale West Orange
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.6
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66 reviews
8.6
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66 reviews
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Staff are professional and caring, variety of activities, food is good to fair, and studio apartment is the right size for my mother-in-law. Medical staff are attentive and professional. Beautiful wooded...
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.
You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun.With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to your specific needs. And our community is just 30 minutes away from New York City so you can enjoy all the great shopping and restaurants that...
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55 Photos available
8.5
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8 reviews
8.5
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8 reviews
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The facilities that they found for my MIL were nice and they were varied. So there are choices that fit your personality and needs. They are very accommodating, service oriented, wonderful facilities,...
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 Delaney at The Green is an exceptional senior living community nestled in the charming town of Florham Park, New Jersey. Designed to provide a luxurious and vibrant lifestyle for seniors, this community offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and personalized care.The Delaney boasts a...
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1616 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.0
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27 reviews
8.0
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27 reviews
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It's beautiful and well manicured. The service is impeccable. They take extremely good care of my mother and look after her medical and personal needs. I recommend Brandywine as a substitute if one is not...
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.
Brandywine Summit blends small-town charm with the convenience of big-city access, creating a community where peace of mind, personalized care, and meaningful connection come together effortlessly. Nestled in the heart of vibrant Summit, New Jersey, residents enjoy the best of both worlds—just...
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I am currently a resident at Bethany Residence and so far my experience here has been great. The staff and the other residents are great. It's great to communicate with nice people. Also, [Name removed] is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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77 Photos available
8.0
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Studio room, prices are all inclusive. I would recommend to others, Medicaid beds immediate availability (no 2 year pay down wait)
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.
Amber Court of Elizabeth offers comfortable, caring and affordable Assisted Living choices for seniors. We are located in the thriving downtown area of Elizabeth. We are near many urban conveniences, such as restaurants, shopping, banking, entertainment, and much more. Major highways and public...
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1111 Photos available
8.0
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I can't say enough about The Esplanade. Patrice is amazing. She knows and care about all of the residents. The facility is clean and beautiful! All of the staff is lovely.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
When You Think of The Esplanade, Think of Us as Family.As a family-owned and operated organization for more than fifty years, The Esplanade has always championed respect for the elderly and delivery of the quality care that they have rightfully earned.We’re dedicated to creating a warm,...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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7.8
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24 reviews
7.8
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24 reviews
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Have your loved one assessed before making a decision. Friendly staff, but when living in a different time zone, communication can be a challenge. Get emails and voice numbers and make sure they agree to...
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.
(Please add to bottom of description)Sunrise of Westfield is not licensed for Medicaid.
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2828 Floor plans available
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7.7
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My Mother has been at the facility for approximately 45 days as of today. The facility is very clean and the staff is very nice and attentive to her needs. I love that her medical needs can be met on-site....
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.
Nestled among beautiful tall trees and city roads, Mira Vie at Fanwood is the premier Senior Living community for vibrant seniors in Union County, New Jersey. Located on South Avenue in the heart of downtown Fanwood, our senior housing and compassionate team provides exceptional Independent...
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7.2
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Staff are unreal amazing! Greet residents by name wherever they are in building, very attentive, never ever seem bothered or annoyed are very kind safety conscious and will give everyone undivided attention...
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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We have had an excellent experience so far, the place is lovely and overall we are very pleased. Just like everybody else there are times where you can tell they are understaffed but they are still very...
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.
Since our beginning in the early 20th century as a not for profit community, we have provided a quality retirement experience. Now, as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, that retirement experience includes a gracious and elegant lifestyle augmented by highly professional staff, outstanding...
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The community was clean anytime we would go see my loved one. The community was extremely friendly from the administration down to the janitor. Everyone was always smiling and always asking what...
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.
Established in 1921 in West Orange, NJ Canterbury Village is an experienced Assisted Living Residence. With only 53 residents we offer personalized assistance, support and healthcare services, available 24 hours a day. Our reasonable monthly service fee includes a spacious private studio with...
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They have been very accommodating to the specific & individual needs of each patient. They are very mom & pop shop-like vs a big organization with a factory-feel. They provide a very personalized experience...
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.
Branch Brook Park Manor is an exciting residential option for seniors who are in need of supportive, long term care. We have had the privilege of serving seniors and their families for over 30 years. We provide all of the comprehensive services of a larger facility while maintaining the ...
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I really don't know where to begin by talking about Brandywine Living at Livingston. My mom lived in Florida, but was in need of assisted living. I was her health care surrogate and loving daughter who was...
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.
Brandywine Livingston combines the comforts of home with the peace of mind that comes from knowing support is always close at hand. Located in one of New Jersey’s most sought-after towns, our community blends elegant living, personalized care, and genuine connection—offering residents a lifestyle...
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I would rate them all 5. It's been a great experience! The superintendent is fabulous. [name removed] in the leasing office is very sweet, helpful and responsive. They seem very caring there and all of the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Cranford, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Cranford is $7,037 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,407 per month.

Independent living costs in Cranford, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Cranford, NJ
$7,037/mo
$6,981/mo

Independent living costs in Cranford, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Cranford, NJ
$7,037/mo
U.S. national average
$4,156/mo

Independent living costs in Cranford, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,702/mo
Independent Living
$7,037/mo

Independent living costs in Cranford, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,343/mo
Studio
$7,385/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,275/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,695/mo

Senior living costs in Cranford vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cranford, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCranford, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$7,037/mo$6,339/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living$7,647/mo$7,297/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$7,702/mo$7,364/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Cranford, NJ:$7,037/mo
New Jersey:$6,339/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Cranford, NJ:$7,647/mo
New Jersey:$7,297/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Cranford, NJ:$7,702/mo
New Jersey:$7,364/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Cranford, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cranford and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Cranford, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cranford have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cranford, NJ$5,556/mo$2,463/mo+125.6%
New Jersey$3,241/mo$3,245/mo-0.1%
National$3,006/mo$2,851/mo+5.4%
Cranford, NJ
2024 average cost:$5,556/mo
2023 average cost:$2,463/mo
Percent change:+125.6%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,241/mo
2023 average cost:$3,245/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,006/mo
2023 average cost:$2,851/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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What families are saying about independent living in Cranford

Recent reviews for independent living in Cranford

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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The Residence at St. Peter’s in River Edge, NJ

4.5
We went with The Senior Residence at Se. Peter Apostle because they offered a comparable level of service for almost $2000 less a month. The facility is smaller with only 20 rooms, it is a former convent so you have to be ok with a small room versus some other places that had large rooms. They ...
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Sunrise of Lincroft

5.0
My mother has flourished at Sunrise of Lincroft. Her health and personal needs are provided for by a caring and kind staff and she can participate in a variety of activities that interest her and the other residents. The facility has a cozy home-like atmosphere. My mother is seen regularly by ...
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Cranford independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cranford independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cranford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cranford, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.9%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.7%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Cranford independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cranford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cranford, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.9%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
44.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cranford independent 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 independent living communities in Cranford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cranford, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.3%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Cranford, The Heritage of Clara Barton and Brighton Gardens of Edison are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cranford, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 58 independent living facilities near Cranford, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Cranford, New Jersey are The Villas of Holmdel, Atria Forest Hills and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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