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The facility was clean and bright. I feel like it was lacking in additional rooms and spaces for the residence to gather. The rooms were generous and size. I was not fond of the fact that they locked 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.
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 affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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I could not have asked for better care for my mother. They were very kind to her. I would recommend Maple Shade Meadows to anyone who had a loved one who needed assisted living.
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.
MapleShade offers Personal Care and A Secured Dementia Unit. Please call for details.When it comes to Peace and Tranquility, MapleShade Meadows cannot be beat! Our one floor Senior Living Community is located along a picturesque creek in a meadow in the quiet town of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania....
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I think the caretakers are great. I appreciate that I am always informed as to how my Mom is doing. I would recommend to others.
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.
Brighton Gardens of Edison is located just minutes from the Garden State Parkway, the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 1, Route 287, and is within walking distance from the Metro Park train station. Residents may enjoy the many nearby attractions including the Menlo Park Mall, seasonal farmers markets,...
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Staff was amazing. Very attentive. My mom loved them all. Activities were endless. The 3:00 happy hour with music was a favorite. My mom is a picky eater. She was never satisfied with the food. They did...
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.
Welcome to Mt Arlington Senior Living. Mt. Arlington Senior Living sits high on a hilltop offering breathtaking views of the rolling hills and wooded landscape surrounding the community. The Community is located just minutes from local shopping, restaurants, Lake Hopatcong, places of worship, and...
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My grandma moved in three months ago. She loves the food and is enjoying the activities the team i great and really got to know her. Very happy here.
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 at Livingston Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways and sits between the Livingston Mall and Short Hills Mall on Passaic Avenue.  We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. Part of a CareOne Senior Care...
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Maplewood is a beautiful place. The people who work there are friendly and helpful. I would recommend Maplewood to others. . It was comparably priced to other long term care facilities we looked at, but it...
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.
Welcome to an inspiring senior living community located right on the campus of Penn Medicine-Princeton Health in downtown Plainsboro. Nestled moments away from the prestigious Princeton University, the world-class McCarter Theatre Center, the Institute for Advanced Studies, Palmer Square, and...
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So far everything has been great at Sunrise Paramus. And the senior who lives there is very happy. So I would be all of those categories a 5 except for food we would give a 4. It's a smaller assisted-living...
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.
Assisted living in Paramus, NJ, begins with Sunrise of Paramus, a cozy community filled with the warmest touches of home. Our very convenient location makes visiting loved ones easy. We’re just 20 minutes from the George Washington Bridge and close to all major highways.Our fantastic staff...
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The staff is attentive. They come within 5 min of the pendant being rung except meal time. Then it's very slow. The medical staff is great. The outside doctors are thorough. There are of course some blunders...
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 affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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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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I am very satisfied that my husband is safe and cared for by this facility. The staff is very friendly. I especially enjoy [name removed], the cook. It puts my mind at easy knowing my husband is being cared...
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.
With dementia, small moments can have big purpose.If you and your family are looking for a memory care community, we can help. Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of...
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They have done a wonderful job taking care of Mom. Their experience bring confidence. They see person as an individual and get to know THAT person. Very happy with our decision to send my mom to this...
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.
Brighton Gardens of West Orange is located in a beautiful suburban setting only 20 minutes from New York City amenities. We are nestled between a premier golf course and the historic South Mountain Reservation, which includes acres of protected land with parks, walkways and trails. We partner...
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What we like the most about the community is that its very quiet and peaceful. Yes, we would most definitely recommend Promenade at Tuxedo Place to other families based on the experience so far. I have had...
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.
Located in historic Tuxedo Park, New York in the Ramapo Mountains, Elant at Tuxedo Place offers residents a refreshing retirement alternative.  With 44 independent and 56 assistive living apartment homes, Tuxedo Place meets a variety of  lifestyle needs and preferences. Affordable...
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The Management are excellent providing answers to any questions you may have. The receptionist are great greeting everyone and the place to go for questions and they will refer you to the right person to...
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 Spring Hills Somerset, we are committed to making healthy living the foundation of every aspect of life. From dining that truly satisfies, to fitness that invigorates and motivates, down to the smaller details, such as our use of safe, non-toxic cleaning products in each assisted living...
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Love the staff. They know me (his daughter) and my dad my name and sight Cleanliness is ok. Dining my dad loves the food. He does not do any of the activities at this time. We do not like needing to pay $12...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Mountainside offers personalized care for older adults in Union County, NJ. Our compassionate team, including our Designated Care Managers, provides individualized care to fit your unique needs and preferences. We work to promote your independence, while providing you the...
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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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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.
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The staff is nice, and the food, activities and rooms are nice. I would recommend them to others who are looking for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted 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.
North Penn Manor is a senior living community located in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Wilkes-Barre is home to just over 564,000 people, and is a bustling city in Luzerne County. Residents in this area will enjoy great stores, lots of shopping and restaurants, sporting events and other activities they can...
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Staff very friendly and supportive. Very helpful in transporting to Dr Appointments. They provide multiple activities throughout the day and week. They could do a little better in accommodating guests with...
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.
Heather Glen offers a tranquil setting where seniors can maintain their independence with access to professional staff 24/7. Both residents and families find comfort in knowing that our experienced staff provides personalized services and nursing care.Based from the Six components of Health,...
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Beautiful building, kind people (residents and staff). The food is not good though. However, yes, we would recommend The Vero at Bethlehem to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
The Vero at Bethlehem offers two types of senior living in Bethlehem, PA: personal care and memory care. Every resident enjoys luxury amenities and services tailored to their personal preferences and abilities. Here, we promote independence with just the right amount of assistance.The beautiful...
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After caring for my mother for years, I came to the time that I could no longer do so. Mom was at a facility near our home until we moved. We found Briarwood, again close to our new home, and knew it was...
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.
At Briarwood Senior Living we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our number one goal is to put your safety and comfort at the top of our list. Our attention to detail and desire to please will never go unnoticed. Our highly trained staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days...
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Our family has been very happy with Lester. Our brother is also very happy there. They are very attentive to their residents. They have so many activities to keep the residents happy & busy. Very friendly...
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.
Caring for the elderly is more than a Jewish tradition…it is a tenet that has been passed from generation to generation and lives today within the hearts and minds of the families within our community. As an extension of this commitment the Lester Senior Housing community was developed by 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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Pleased with Brandywine for my mom's recent move. [name removed] and [name removed] made the process very easy to transition my mom from rehab into their community. The first day she was welcomed on a...
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.
Scenically situated in Watchung, Somerset County, Brandywine Senior Living at Mountain Ridge provides an elegant environment for older adults who may require a degree of personal assistance, but also desire the freedom of independence. Mountain Ridge is nestled in the picturesque landscape of the...
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Everyone at Cornerstone are fantastic. They really care about the residents and their families and the fact that there is very little turnover in staff says alot about the facility.
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.
We are a unique senior adult residence in Lehigh County, specializing in personal health care services for individuals living with Alzheimer or dementia. We adopted a university proven method of service. The services at Cornerstone Living provides exceptional security & compassionate care...
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5 for all of the categories. They made the process very easy for us. We liked that it is a small facility. The food was really good. My Mom ended up in hospice care while there and the process was seamless.
Provides: Memory 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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Paramus is dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in a secure, safe home setting. We believe, and research and experience support the notion that a small intimate home setting is the best environment to provide a supportive...
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Cost of assisted living in Kalarama, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Kalarama is $5,966 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Stewartsville, NJ with an average of $4,648 per month.

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

Kalarama, NJ
$5,966/mo

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

Kalarama, NJ
$5,966/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,966/mo
$6,025/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,617/mo
Private
$5,967/mo
Studio
$6,882/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,349/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,814/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,534/mo

Senior living costs in Kalarama 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: Kalarama, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKalarama, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$5,966/mo$7,102/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,025/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,275/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Kalarama, NJ:$5,966/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Kalarama, NJ:$6,025/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Kalarama, NJ:$5,275/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Kalarama, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Kalarama 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.

Kalarama, NJNJ stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Kalarama, NJ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Kalarama 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
Kalarama, NJ$7,703/mo$7,397/mo+4.1%
New Jersey$7,309/mo$6,905/mo+5.9%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Kalarama, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,703/mo
2023 average cost:$7,397/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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 Kalarama, 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 Kalarama.

What families are saying about assisted living in Kalarama

Recent reviews for assisted living in Kalarama

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 Terraces at Lawrence in Lawrenceville, NJ

5.0
I love the services that I get. Everyone is very kind. I've had nothing but great service I would absolutely recommend for people to come here.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and caring staff. Several reviews highlight the exceptional compassion and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Juniper Village at Paramus, the staff is praised for their genuine engagement with residents and creating a welcoming atmosphere. At Sunrise of Madison, the staff's ki ...
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Wide variety of engaging activities. Residents at multiple communities rave about the diverse range of activities offered, ensuring there's something for everyone. At Atria Cranford, for example, the residents enjoy a diverse calendar of activities, from crafts to live entertainment. At The Carlucci Home, the residents engage i ...
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Comfortable and modern living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and comfort of the living spaces across various communities. At The Gardens of Green Ridge, the Gardens of Green Ridge offers spacious and updated apartments for residents, while Saucon Valley Manors Saucon Valley Manor boasts newly renovated room ...
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Personalized care plans tailored to residents' needs. Residents at several communities appreciate the individualized care plans that cater to their specific needs. For instance, at CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living, CareOne provides customized care plans for their loved ones, ensuring they receive the best possible care. At Bentley Commons ...
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Excellent communication between staff and families. Families and loved ones are kept informed and involved in their loved ones' care through clear and consistent communication. At Sunrise of Basking Ridge, Sunrise in Basking Ridge holds regular meetings with family members, both in-person and virtually, to discuss care and updates. At Brookdal ...
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Affordable pricing for high-quality care. Many reviews mention the reasonable cost of care and services provided at the communities. At Bridges of Warwick, the Bridges at Cherry Hill is praised for its affordability while still maintaining a high standard of care. At Abode Care of Allentown, the Saucon Valley Manor offers competitiv ...
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Kalarama review score based on 1,449 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 1449 reviews of 303 Kalarama assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Kalarama 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

Kalarama review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Kalarama, NJ303 facilities
8.4
Mountain Lake, NJ402 facilities
9.1
Panther Valley, NJ6 facilities

Review subcategories for Kalarama 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 1,449 reviews of 303 Kalarama assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Kalarama 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.
Kalarama, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Kalarama assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kalarama assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kalarama, 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 Kalarama 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 Kalarama that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kalarama, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.8%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.6%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.3%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kalarama 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 Kalarama Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kalarama, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kalarama 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 Kalarama partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kalarama, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
47.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.4%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Kalarama 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 Kalarama communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kalarama, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kalarama 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 Kalarama offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kalarama, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.1%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
52.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
36.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Kalarama

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 Kalarama protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange and The Gardens of Green Ridge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Kalarama, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 353 assisted living facilities near Kalarama, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Kalarama, New Jersey are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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