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The cost of independent living in Dumont is about $6,512 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 86 options. Read 1457 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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.
Trinity Senior ApartmentsTrinity Senior Apartments senior housing community in Yonkers, Westchester County, NY provides a senior housing community. Our Community rests beautifully in the historic section of Trinity Plaza in a picturesque restored former school. Trinity Senior Apartments remain...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Senior Living is Coming to Orangeburg, New YorkImagine waking up each morning in a beautiful new community that overlooks sparkling Lake Tappan, full of lively residents, and with a complete list of events you can choose from each day. Maybe you’ll choose to take a fitness class or go for a walk....
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
If you are looking for a safe, caring place for yourself or for a loved one, you'll find the very best at Isabella. Since its inspired beginning in 1875, Isabella, a non-profit, non-sectarian organization, has pioneered in the care of the elderly of New York. Over the years, Isabella Home grew...
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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Provides: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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.
Enclave on 5th Residential LLCThe Enclave on 5th Residential LLC is a newer senior housing community located in the Westchester County city of Mount Vernon, NY. Mount Vernon is located just on the border of New York City and is very populous, yet with a more suburban feel. The city offers many...
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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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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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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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: 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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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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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: 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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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.
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.
With all the galleries and shops located in and around Atria Chestnut Ridge, it's a wonder that we ever see our residents at all. From tree-lined streets to the artisan community of Nyack, the local atmosphere plays an active role in the lives of everyone within our community. But more...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Dumont, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Dumont is $6,512 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cresskill, NJ with an average of $6,480 per month.

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

Dumont, NJ
$6,512/mo
$6,532/mo

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

Dumont, NJ
$6,512/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$7,300/mo
Independent Living
$6,512/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,938/mo
Studio
$7,597/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,455/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,879/mo

Senior living costs in Dumont 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: Dumont, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDumont, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$6,512/mo$6,327/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$7,249/mo$7,287/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$7,300/mo$7,351/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Dumont, NJ:$6,512/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Dumont, NJ:$7,249/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Dumont, NJ:$7,300/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Dumont, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dumont 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 Dumont, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dumont 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
Dumont, NJ$4,278/mo$4,466/mo-4.2%
New Jersey$3,841/mo$3,163/mo+21.4%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Dumont, NJ
2024 average cost:$4,278/mo
2023 average cost:$4,466/mo
Percent change:-4.2%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,841/mo
2023 average cost:$3,163/mo
Percent change:+21.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Dumont

Recent reviews for independent living in Dumont

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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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted Living Program in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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Fountainview at College Road in Monsey, NY

4.2
I received helpful and friendly service from both the staff and administration. The facility is clean and secure, the grounds are well kept, there are numerous activities and services available on premises, and free bus service to local businesses. For independent living, it's a very good fit ...
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Dumont independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dumont independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dumont, 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 Dumont 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 Dumont 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
40.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
43%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dumont 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 Dumont communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dumont 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 Dumont offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
34.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.1%
46.4%
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Van Dyk Park Place, Atria West 86 and Arbor Terrace Teaneck are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dumont, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 86 independent living facilities near Dumont, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dumont, New Jersey are Atria Forest Hills, Brookdale Wayne AL/MC and Atria Woodlands. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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