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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: Memory Care
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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.
DID YOU KNOW THAT ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE IS TREATABLE? WE DO.While presently there is no cure, the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias can be managed and reduced. At Hearthstone Alzheimer Care, we know how to do this better than anyone else. The direct care services we provide with...
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I want give my gratitude to those who have worked tirelessly during this holiday and essentially have compromised their own health every day while finding ways to cope without jeopardizing those patients...
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: 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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All is well for me, they have been able to assist me with what I am limited to. The staff do a reasonable cleaning of the community and my room. I am happy with the meals I select from and the activities...
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.
A NYS Licensed Enriched Housing program, best described as senior apartments with supportive services. Carnegie East House consists of 74 apartments ranging in size from studios to 2-bedrooms. Majority of the apartments have an excellent view of the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Our...
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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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: 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.
The Vista is bringing a new kind of retirement living to northern New Jersey. Designed to address an unmet need for independent-senior living, The Vista will be unlike any other independent-living community in the area, offering advanced, innovative programming and amenities based on the most...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
The Longview Assisted Living Residence provides personalized care in a secure community that supports and fosters each individual’s maximum level of independence. Residents receive personalized assistance with activities of daily living, while also enjoying innovative programs and a diverse...
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I moved my wife into 80th Street in January 2020. Several months later 80th Street went into lockdown following the Department of Health's mandates. While I was unable to see her in person, there was regular...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
The 80th Street Residence is the only dedicated facility in New York City specializing in Enhanced Memory Care. As the very first recipient in the nation of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Excellence in Care Dementia Care Program Award, we are very proud of our community. Licensed by...
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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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It's been good, they are clean and friendly. They could use some better parking. Claire is outstanding and extremely patient. Our loved one doesn't speak english so there is a language barrier, but Claire...
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.
The Parkview is a NJ licensed residence within a gracious Victorian home. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood near town in Bloomfield, NJ. With a comfortable living room, sitting rooms, and porches, residents can always find a quiet place to relax. Three homemade meals are...

Cost of assisted living in Hackensack, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Hackensack is $7,156 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dumont, NJ with an average of $6,718 per month.

Assisted living costs in Hackensack, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Hackensack, NJ
$7,156/mo
$7,146/mo
$7,153/mo

Assisted living costs in Hackensack, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Hackensack, NJ
$7,156/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Hackensack, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,156/mo
$7,204/mo

Assisted living costs in Hackensack, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,083/mo
Private
$5,167/mo
Studio
$8,515/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,670/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,923/mo

Senior living costs in Hackensack 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: Hackensack, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHackensack, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$7,156/mo$7,102/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$7,204/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$6,388/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Hackensack, NJ:$7,156/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Hackensack, NJ:$7,204/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Hackensack, NJ:$6,388/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Hackensack, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hackensack 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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Assisted living cost trends in Hackensack, NJ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Hackensack 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hackensack, NJ$7,771/mo$7,857/mo-1.1%
New Jersey$7,309/mo$6,905/mo+5.9%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Hackensack, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,771/mo
2023 average cost:$7,857/mo
Percent change:-1.1%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$7,309/mo
2023 average cost:$6,905/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hackensack, NJ

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Hackensack.

What families are saying about assisted living in Hackensack

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hackensack

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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Promenade at Tuxedo Place in Tuxedo Park, NY

4.3
Activities are abundant. The staff is friendly and helpful. I'm not sure that the nursing side of things are up to par though. My mom became ill and I felt as though they were really just blaming her age for her issues and did not notice the drastic changes in her. The doctor was not readily ...
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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted 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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Hackensack review score based on 277 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 277 reviews of 61 Hackensack assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hackensack review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Hackensack review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Hackensack, NJ61 facilities
8.3
Maywood, NJ67 facilities
8.6
Bogota, NJ65 facilities

Review subcategories for Hackensack assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 277 reviews of 61 Hackensack assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hackensack resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Hackensack, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Hackensack assisted living services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in Hackensack assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Hackensack that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
68.9%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.9%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.4%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.1%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
52.5%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.9%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hackensack assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Hackensack Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hackensack, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.6%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hackensack assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Hackensack partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hackensack, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
54.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.9%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.7%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Hackensack assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Hackensack communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hackensack, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hackensack assisted 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 assisted living communities in Hackensack offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hackensack, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
44.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hackensack

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Hackensack protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange and Van Dyk Park Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Hackensack, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 70 assisted living facilities near Hackensack, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Hackensack, New Jersey are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange, Atria Forest Hills and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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