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The cost of independent living in Glen Gardner is about $5,319 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 106 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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Photo of Bentley Commons at Paragon Village
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It was for me! And I have moved since. Wasn't happy with the food. Knowing what I know now, I wouldn't recommend Paragon Village, but everyone there seems to be pretty happy.
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.
Paragon Village is a part of Hackettstown, Warren County, New Jersey. This assisted living community provides residents with the memory care that they are seeking in a setting that is peaceful and beautiful. The town of Hackettstown offers the gorgeous Stephens State Park, where visitors can...
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They are very attentive to details, caring, addresses concerns right away and in a timely manner. Keep up to date with our dad condition. Look out for the patient's best interest, I would even stay there if...
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.
Bryan Manor is a senior residential care home nestled on 36 acres in scenic Chester. It offers residents a cozy, safe, and supportive environment. It's smaller than other facilities and seniors quickly adapt to the family-centric care. The residents enjoy interacting with each other and the...
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The combination of the warmth, approachability, and responsiveness of the staff and the beauty , warmth and most importantly functionality (livability) of the physical environment - really makes Independence...
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.
*We are proud to have earned New Jersey state's "Advanced Standing" designation for quality!*Independence Manor is dedicated to providing the personal services and health care to individuals who may need help with some of their aspects of daily living. Our programs, policies and procedures were...
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The night staff that I interacted with every night while my father was in hospice care were absolutely wonderful. They were not only careful and sweet to my father, but they were very kind to me and my...
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.
The House of the Good Shepherd (The House) is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) certified by the Department of Community Affairs of New Jersey and is located in Hackettstown, N.J.The House offers housing, services, and healthcare ranging from Independent apartments through Assisted...
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My grandma was there and I was very pleased. My grandma was pleased as well. The staff/owners go above and beyond for the residents....
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.
Hunterdon HillsThe Hunterdon Hills assisted living community is located in the quaint community of Glen Gardner, NJ. When looking for a community that is encompassed by natural beauty, then Glen Gardner is what you need. There are a number of golf courses and nature trails in the Glen Gardner...
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From the initial visit, back in July, through moving in day [date removed] until now we are extremely pleased. The director, nursing staff, everyone has been terrific. She has her meds managed by [name...
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.
Located in a beautiful country setting surrounded by mountains and open space. Mira Vie Brookfield offers three different levels of senior living: concierge level of living, assisted living, and Country Cottage, in private and semi-private apartments. For residents with Alzheimer's and other...
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Exceptional care, compassionate staff, and a warm environment make this memory care unit outstanding. Loved ones receive top-notch support and respect, enhancing their quality of life. The facility itself is...
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.
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome Home to The Mews at Annandale!$500 Security Deposit. Limited Time Offer, Restrictions Apply The Mews at Annandale, a new luxury community located in historic Annandale, NJ right off Route 78 offers the best in suburban living. Our apartments are one and two bedrooms containing modern,...
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
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.
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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.
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Heath Village has senior living houses or apartments for 55+. From there you can go to the next level of care which is Heath House or The Meadows. They recently built a brand new facility across the street...
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.
Dear Friend, Thank you for your interest in Heath Village, a unique retirement community with more than 40 years experience, located in Morris County. Our beautiful 200+ acre campus is comprised of 250 independent apartments and cottages, a 40-bed residential health care facility and a...
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I just moved my parents in here earlier this month in independent living and I couldn't be more pleased. My mom was hesitant at first but after being there for a few days, she changed her tone. The staff has...
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.
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.
Abington Manor is located in the gorgeous rolling hills of Morgan Hill in Williams Township south of Easton Pennsylvania. We are easily accessible from the I- 78, Route 33, Route 22 and Route 611.Enriching the lives of our residents is our underlying philosophy . we are committed to providing...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Glen Gardner, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Glen Gardner is $5,319 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brookfield, NJ with an average of $4,049 per month.

Independent living costs in Glen Gardner, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Glen Gardner, NJ
$5,319/mo
$7,789/mo

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

Glen Gardner, NJ
$5,319/mo
U.S. national average
$4,156/mo

Independent living costs in Glen Gardner, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$6,203/mo
Independent Living
$5,319/mo

Independent living costs in Glen Gardner, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,462/mo
Studio
$7,481/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,591/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,713/mo

Senior living costs in Glen Gardner 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: Glen Gardner, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGlen Gardner, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,319/mo$6,339/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living$6,030/mo$7,297/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$6,203/mo$7,364/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Glen Gardner, NJ:$5,319/mo
New Jersey:$6,339/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Glen Gardner, NJ:$6,030/mo
New Jersey:$7,297/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Glen Gardner, NJ:$6,203/mo
New Jersey:$7,364/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Glen Gardner, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Glen Gardner 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
Glen Gardner, NJ$4,595/mo$3,571/mo+28.7%
New Jersey$3,697/mo$3,245/mo+13.9%
National$3,194/mo$3,045/mo+4.9%
Glen Gardner, NJ
2024 average cost:$4,595/mo
2023 average cost:$3,571/mo
Percent change:+28.7%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,697/mo
2023 average cost:$3,245/mo
Percent change:+13.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,194/mo
2023 average cost:$3,045/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Glen Gardner

Recent reviews for independent living in Glen Gardner

The Residence at Basking Ridge

4.5
I really did some amazing research, going to about nine facilities to find the perfect place for my mom. We are very happy with our decision at the Residence at Basking Ridge. Communication seems to be a problem, but they did just open in October so I have to be patient. Looking at the big ...
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Alexandria Manor Senior Living Centers in Nazareth, PA

4.8
This community is wonderful, the staff members are great. They do offer activities, for example during the holidays they have carolers come by, and in the summer they bring in live entertainment. This community is located in a very nice are and is close to the hospital. From our understanding ...
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Fellowship Village a CCRC in Basking Ridge, NJ

5.0
We moved in to Fellowship Senior Living in [date removed]. We are very pleased with our decision to move to FSL. The residents and staff have been extremely welcoming and we enjoy the strong, warm social life in the community. The quality of the food is excellent with many choices in both the ...
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Glen Gardner independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glen Gardner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glen Gardner, 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 Glen Gardner 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 Glen Gardner 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
31.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Glen Gardner 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 Glen Gardner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glen Gardner, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
31.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glen Gardner 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 Glen Gardner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
46.4%
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Bentley Commons at Paragon Village, Bryan Manor and Independence Manor at Hunterdon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Glen Gardner, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Glen Gardner, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Glen Gardner, New Jersey are Traditions of Hanover, Atria Bethlehem and Colonial Manor at Panther Valley. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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