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The cost of independent living in West Portal is about $4,494 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 42 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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Living here at Traditions of Hanover is working out very well for my wife and I. We are pleased! Our apartment here is very comfortable. The staff at Traditions of Hanover is attentive and the food that we...
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.
Opportunity and choice are what Traditions of Hanover brings to seniors in the Lehigh Valley. Traditions of Hanover provides opportunity for seniors who might not be able to afford a retirement community because of its financial structure. Traditions features no entrance fees and a month to month...
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Friendly staff. Nurses, aides and physician are great! Recent renovations inside facility and new outdoor patio. Nice music throughout. For myself, close proximity to Hunterdon Medical Center and my home...
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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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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The aides are very good. There are a lot of good people working here and take very good care of me. Everyone is very pleasant. The therapists are excellent.
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.
At the Birches of Lehigh Valley, you'll find a beautiful new building and a culture of care where the focus is on living! Our personal care and memory care neighborhoods will provide as little or as much assistance as needed while creating an environment where seniors can live their best...
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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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When I do visit, the community is always very clean. The staff is excellent and very accommodating. They help us in any way, even with her electronic devices. The care is also very good and we have had no...
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.
Welcome to Renaissance Home Forks! We provide senior living services and we tailor a plan of care specific to what your loved one needs. We provide a variety of room sizes to fit your loved ones budget and needs.
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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.
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.
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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.
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,...
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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.
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...
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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
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.
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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 West Portal, NJ

The average cost of senior living in West Portal is $4,494 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brookfield, NJ with an average of $4,003 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Portal, NJ vs. nearby cities

West Portal, NJ
$4,494/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Portal, NJ vs. the state and national average

West Portal, NJ
$4,494/mo
U.S. national average
$4,091/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Portal vs. other types of senior living

$5,384/mo
Independent Living
$4,494/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in West Portal, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,950/mo
Studio
$6,315/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,139/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,525/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in West Portal

Recent reviews for independent living in West Portal

Independence Manor at Hunterdon in Flemington, NJ

4.8
Independence Manor is definitely a good place - not all of them out there are. The care is MUCH better than it was when we got there initially, when they were still in a transition period with different staff members and aides (like a lot of facilities were at the time). Now that they have a ...
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Country Meadows of Bethlehem

4.1
Connections at Country Meadows Bethlehem is in a lovely setting. The staff is made up of kind, caring, patient people. Everything is positive and upbeat, and the food is amazing!

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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West Portal independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Portal independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Portal, 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 West Portal 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 West Portal partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Portal, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.3%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
9.4%
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Availability of select dining options in West Portal 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 West Portal communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Portal, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Portal 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 West Portal offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Portal, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
44.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.7%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
41.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.4%
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Traditions of Hanover, Spring Village at Pocono and The Delaney of Bridgewater are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Portal, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 15 independent living facilities near West Portal, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in West Portal, New Jersey are Traditions of Hanover, Spring Village at Pocono and Atria Bethlehem. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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