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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Greater Cross Roads, NJ

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The cost of independent living in Greater Cross Roads is about $7,409 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 220 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 Sunrise of Bridgewater
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Staff is great, very helpful and friendly. Food is good (per my dad). He started in an assisted living medium studio- plenty of room. Currently in a small studio in memory care - a little tight, but that's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise of Bridgewater opened its doors in March of 2019. We have a highly tenured team, with several department managers being with Sunrise for 20+
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The activity staff are engaging and helpful. The direct care staff seem to take good care of the residents. They do not seek much family involvement and it's unclear what the individualized service plan...
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.
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Overall I give Laurel circle an outstanding recommendation. Staff here is so kind and helpful. One of the major benefits of being here is the socialization with other residents and the activities provided....
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.
Discover Laurel Circle – full-service senior living in Bridgewater, NJ, with a unique personality and a distinct spirit. Enjoy a convenient, maintenance-free lifestyle with:-Plentiful services and amenities-An unmatched, flexible monthly dining plan-An engaging schedule of resident-organized...
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I will give them a 4 only because there was a change in management that seems to have shifted the "vibe" there over the last 3 months or so. I would recommend.
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.
Mira Vie Warren offers an attractive new lifestyle alternative for older adults who may be experiencing some difficulty managing on their own at home. Mira Vie Warren offers a gracious environment with many beautiful common areas. It is conveniently located within a short distance of shops,...
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Arbor Terrace offers numerous opportunities for resident engagement. The staff is very attentive. Meal time offers another opportunity for socialization and the food (by menu) is wonderful. We are in a shred...
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.
Photo of Bryan Manor
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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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They have an open menu from 7 to 7 and they could order anything that they wanted. Loads of activities, including happy hour every day at 3:30 and excursions. After less than one year, her rent went up...
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.
Nestled in the heart of Bernards Township, and conveniently located off of I-287, the community is close to shops, recreation & entertainment, dining, the popular Farmstead Arts Center and so much more. The Residence at Basking Ridge offers an array of services catered to seniors. At The...
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My mom has been living here for 3mos now. She loves the food and is pleased with the help/assistance she receives here. As her caregiver, I have been very pleased with the staff and the care my mom receives....
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise of Basking Ridge affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized...
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The staff are friendly and enjoy engaging the residents, putting a smile on their faces. Lots of open spaces and grounds available, very welcoming
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
CareOne Assisted Living at Bound Brook is an assisted living community located in Bound Brook, New Jersey in Somerset County and home to just over 10,000 people. Bound Brook is a warm community with lots of local stores and shops. Residents will be able to get in their exercise, enjoy park-like...
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Hello this is [name removed] and I love the Chelsea. They are very good and they have wonderful people working here everybody’s good and [removed] I guess. My favorite part is the activity room with all the...
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 Bridgewater, New Jersey, Mira Vie at Greenknoll is conveniently located in a peaceful, serene wooded area in Somerset County. Residents enjoy personalized assisted living services in private and semiprivate suites in a variety of attractive styles. Residents are welcome to participate...
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The marketing official knew all there was to know about the place. There was ample space in the apartment. The meal plan was superb- we had the choice of two meals per day in the Bistro or 1 meal per day in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in a secluded spot just off Highway 78, Fellowship Village in Basking Ridge, Somerset County, New Jersey is a peaceful and beautiful assisted living community to live in. Through the long winters and the moderate summers of New Jersey, we make sure the very best of each season is enjoyed...
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Looked at many places and Mom felt at home at The Avalon! Great trips, entertainers and activities. The staff has been there for years! If the staff stays that means they are happy too! The food is delicious...
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.
With all the Assisted Living communities to choose from, what is it that makes The Avalon at Bridgewater stand out from all the rest?• Family owned and operated by Bridgeway Senior Healthcare, celebrating over 27 years of service to the community• Our reputation speaks volumes – Bridgeway Senior...
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This is a HUD development. It is government run and everything is inspected every year. They are fantastic. The bad part is getting in. The wait is very long and can take up to a year and a half. 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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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 Greater Cross Roads, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Greater Cross Roads is $7,409 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glen Gardner, NJ with an average of $5,319 per month.

Independent living costs in Greater Cross Roads, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Greater Cross Roads, NJ
$7,409/mo
$7,132/mo

Independent living costs in Greater Cross Roads, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Greater Cross Roads, NJ
$7,409/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Greater Cross Roads, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$8,022/mo
Independent Living
$7,409/mo

Independent living costs in Greater Cross Roads, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,544/mo
Studio
$8,752/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,677/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,313/mo

Senior living costs in Greater Cross Roads 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: Greater Cross Roads, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGreater Cross Roads, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$7,409/mo$6,339/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$7,924/mo$7,299/mo$4,709/mo
Memory Care$8,022/mo$7,364/mo$4,942/mo
Independent Living
Greater Cross Roads, NJ:$7,409/mo
New Jersey:$6,339/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Greater Cross Roads, NJ:$7,924/mo
New Jersey:$7,299/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Memory Care
Greater Cross Roads, NJ:$8,022/mo
New Jersey:$7,364/mo
U.S.:$4,942/mo
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Independent living costs in Greater Cross Roads, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Greater Cross Roads 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
Greater Cross Roads, NJ$5,982/mo$7,221/mo-17.2%
New Jersey$3,185/mo$3,297/mo-3.4%
National$3,103/mo$2,928/mo+6.0%
Greater Cross Roads, NJ
2024 average cost:$5,982/mo
2023 average cost:$7,221/mo
Percent change:-17.2%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,185/mo
2023 average cost:$3,297/mo
Percent change:-3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,103/mo
2023 average cost:$2,928/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Greater Cross Roads

Recent reviews for independent living in Greater Cross Roads

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 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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Brandywine Serenade by Monarch in Princeton, NJ

5.0
I need to place my husband in an assisted living facility as a respite stay as I went away on business. He recently just had a knee replacement and I could not leave him alone, he needed around-the-clock care. The administrative staff went above and beyond to make sure all of my needs were ...
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Greater Cross Roads independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Greater Cross Roads independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Greater Cross Roads, 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 Greater Cross Roads 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 Greater Cross Roads partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Greater Cross Roads, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
64.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
71.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35.7%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Greater Cross Roads 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 Greater Cross Roads communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Greater Cross Roads, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
64.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Greater Cross Roads 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 Greater Cross Roads offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Greater Cross Roads, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
64.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
64.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
64.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.7%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
46.4%
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Sunrise of Bridgewater, The Delaney of Bridgewater and Laurel Circle, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Greater Cross Roads, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 15 independent living facilities near Greater Cross Roads, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Greater Cross Roads, New Jersey are Colonial Manor at Panther Valley and Brighton Gardens of Edison. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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