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We can't say enough about Brandywine Assist Living. After searching many facilities, and trying to find the right one; we had no doubt we found the perfect place for my mom. Not only was the staff very...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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My stay at the Villa was pleasant due to the friendly staff and cleanliness of the facility. I will highly recommend the Villa. Thank you for working with my doctor.
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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This facility is lovely and the staff are friendly and helpful. Before Covid, I visited my friend, who is a resident, every week. She has been so much happier since she moved in. The activities are good and...
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.
Spring Hills at Morristown is a unique residence designed to foster a productive and healthy lifestyle for those choosing to live in an assisted living environment. Our friendly, caring and professional staff is highly trained to meet the special needs of all the residents at Spring Hills. Our...
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Rehabilitation Center at Hartwick @ Oak Tree is excellent, attentive, caring, professional, competent in every way.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Well known as a provider of high quality nursing and rehabilitation care, Hartwyck at Oak Tree is a unique facility that provides not only geriatric care, but also specialized care for residents who are ventilator-dependent or suffering from traumatic brain injury. Our staff is highly skilled in...
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Cost of assisted living in Stirling, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Stirling is $7,345 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin Center, NJ with an average of $6,937 per month.

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

Stirling, NJ
$7,345/mo
$7,434/mo

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

Stirling, NJ
$7,345/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,345/mo
$7,419/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,882/mo
Studio
$8,386/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,538/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,527/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Stirling over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Stirling, 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 Stirling.

What families are saying about assisted living in Stirling

Recent reviews for assisted living in Stirling

Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne

5.0
Although the expenence of needing to make this transition was not ideal, my experience w/ Arden easier than anticipated. Every single person I Interacted w/ was pleasent and I truly feel my great aunt is getting the best care possible. EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS.

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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Sunrise of Mountain Lakes

4.9
I thought the facility was always and clean and looking great. The staff was always present and they took care of my mother very well. I would recommend Sunrise of Mountain Lakes to others looking.

Stirling review score based on 155 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 155 reviews of 28 Stirling assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Stirling 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

Stirling review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Stirling, NJ28 facilities
8.2
Watchung, NJ36 facilities
8.2
New Providence, NJ50 facilities

Review subcategories for Stirling 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 155 reviews of 28 Stirling assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Stirling 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
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
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Stirling assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stirling assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stirling, 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 Stirling 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 Stirling that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Stirling, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
82.1%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.9%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
82.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.7%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Stirling 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 Stirling Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Stirling, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
67.9%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
82.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Stirling 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 Stirling partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Stirling, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
67.9%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
75%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
67.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Stirling 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 Stirling communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stirling, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
71.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
64.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
57.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stirling 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 Stirling offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stirling, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
67.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
82.1%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
89.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Stirling

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 Stirling protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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There are 35 assisted living facilities near Stirling, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Stirling, New Jersey are Sunrise of Madison, Brighton Gardens of Florham Park and Sunrise of East Brunswick. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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