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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.
Noble Senior Living at Bridgeton Essentia Neighborhood distinctive Program is tailored to the individual needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related concerns.Our staff are trained specialists continuously educated and experienced in providing the highest level of...
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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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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
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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.
Welcome to Ridgewood Senior Living at Historic Smithville. We are Atlantic County's newest assisted living community. We anticipate opening in early 2024 providing both assisted living and memory care options. Our sales office is open and ready to work with you. You can find us in Historic...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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We've had a great experience with this place, I'd give them top marks across the board! The director is absolutely wonderful. The facility itself is nice looking and very well kept. It isn't quite as...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
     Country Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility licensed by the State of Delaware.  We are located on 45 beautiful acres in Greenwood, Delaware.  The nursing facility was founded in 1954 by Laban and Nanna Swartzentruber and later purchased in 1981...
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Everything has gone very well at The Heritage so far! It's a nice looking, clean facility, and the staff have all been very friendly and helpful. My loved one really seems to be enjoying himself here! They...
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 Heritage Assisted living is a family oriented senior living option that offers privacy and personal care while encouraging independence and community involvement. The Heritage family promotes independent living and preserves dignity while assuring safety and comfort. There are a variety of...
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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.
1. Independent Living- 1&2 bedroom apartments in 3 story newly constructed building 6 miles from the ocean.  Ocean Pines offers outdoor recreational activities such as golf and  nature  trails.   2. Assisted Living- in the style of a bed and breakfast. Ocean...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Guiding Hands Assisted Living Guiding Hands Assisted Living is a residential care home located in rural Berlin, Maryland in Worcester County. The city of Berlin is located in the southern part of Maryland, about 10 miles from the Atlantic Coastline. There are plenty of recreational areas located...
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Cost of assisted living in Shawcrest, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Shawcrest is $5,434 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ventnor City, NJ with an average of $4,852 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shawcrest, NJ vs. nearby cities

Shawcrest, NJ
$5,434/mo
$5,434/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shawcrest, NJ vs. the state and national average

Shawcrest, NJ
$5,434/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shawcrest vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,434/mo
$5,519/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shawcrest, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,486/mo
Studio
$6,464/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,654/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,311/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Shawcrest over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shawcrest, 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 Shawcrest.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shawcrest

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shawcrest

WoodView Estates Assisted Living in Mays Landing, NJ

5.0
Out of all the ones we toured, we did 4 they were the best a little bit pricy but comparable to the others. My father is eligible for an allowance from the VA so that made it more affordable. They were in my opinion very friendly and accommodating.

Brandywine Senior Living at Fenwick Island in Selbyville, DE

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Brandywine Fenwick for 2.5 years. During this period she has received outstanding personal and professional care. AL living is a significant transition and hard for all involved, and nothing is ever perfect. However the leadership and caregivers at Brandywine ...
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Spring Oak at Vineland

4.3
Very helpful staff and informative. It would be nice to see more employees on staff. They do seem to be stretched thin. Not sure that there are many activities going on in the memory care unit. This is just what I have observed from visits we have made.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and approachable staff. Reviews consistently praise the staff for their friendly and approachable demeanor at various communities like Dover Place, The Terraces at Seacrest Village, and Harmony at Kent. Families appreciate the supportive nature of the staff, who make residents and their families feel welcome.
Well-planned and executed events. Communities like Harmony at Kent and The Terraces at Seacrest Village host well-planned and well-executed events for residents. According to reviews, these events bring residents together, providing opportunities for socialization and engagement.
Consistent and diligent care. Families express their gratitude for the consistent and diligent care their loved ones receive at various communities, such as Brookdale Dover, Milford Place, and The Terraces at Seacrest Village.
Supportive and responsive staff. Reviews highlight the supportive and responsive nature of the staff at communities like Brookdale Dover and United Methodist Communities The Shores, who address concerns and issues promptly and effectively.
Genuine warmth and tender care. Families and residents value the genuine warmth and tender care they receive at communities like Brookdale Dover and New Standard at Egg Harbor Township, where staff truly care for the well-being of their loved ones.
Welcoming and caring atmosphere. Reviews often mention the welcoming and caring atmosphere at communities like Dover Place, The Terraces at Seacrest Village, and Harmony at Kent, where residents feel at home and appreciated
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Shawcrest review score based on 172 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 172 reviews of 35 Shawcrest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shawcrest 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

Shawcrest review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Shawcrest, NJ35 facilities
8.6
Wildwood, NJ42 facilities
8.6
Wildwood Crest, NJ43 facilities

Review subcategories for Shawcrest 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 172 reviews of 35 Shawcrest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shawcrest 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.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Shawcrest assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shawcrest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shawcrest, 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 Shawcrest 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 Shawcrest 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
60%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.1%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.6%
53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shawcrest 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 Shawcrest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shawcrest 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 Shawcrest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.3%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
34.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Shawcrest 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 Shawcrest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
37.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shawcrest 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 Shawcrest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.6%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.4%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
51.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
37.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.4%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shawcrest

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shawcrest protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Cape May, The Terraces at Seacrest Village and Brookdale Dover are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shawcrest, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 42 assisted living facilities near Shawcrest, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Shawcrest, New Jersey are The Terraces at Seacrest Village and Milford Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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