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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Carteret, NJ

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Dad is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff are friendly, helpful and attentive. They are encouraging him to participate in some of the daily activities. He seems to like the food 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.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Carteret, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Carteret is $6,764 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,118 per month.

Independent living costs in Carteret, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Carteret, NJ
$6,764/mo
$6,597/mo
$6,665/mo

Independent living costs in Carteret, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Carteret, NJ
$6,764/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Carteret, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,455/mo
Independent Living
$6,764/mo

Independent living costs in Carteret, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,300/mo
Studio
$3,420/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,248/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,308/mo

Senior living costs in Carteret 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: Carteret, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarteret, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$6,764/mo$6,112/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$7,424/mo$7,098/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$7,455/mo$7,163/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Carteret, NJ:$6,764/mo
New Jersey:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Carteret, NJ:$7,424/mo
New Jersey:$7,098/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Carteret, NJ:$7,455/mo
New Jersey:$7,163/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Carteret, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Carteret 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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Independent living cost trends in Carteret, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Carteret 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
Carteret, NJ$1,596/mo$2,097/mo-23.9%
New Jersey$3,404/mo$3,355/mo+1.5%
National$2,980/mo$2,846/mo+4.7%
Carteret, NJ
2024 average cost:$1,596/mo
2023 average cost:$2,097/mo
Percent change:-23.9%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,404/mo
2023 average cost:$3,355/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$2,980/mo
2023 average cost:$2,846/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Carteret

Recent reviews for independent living in Carteret

Springpoint Living at Manalapan

5.0
5 across the board for Springpoint Living at Manalapan. My Mom loved it there. We will definitely have her stay there for respite again and would consider it for long term care. Based on the experience we have had so far with the community, we would absolutely recommend this community to other ...
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The Residence at Basking Ridge

4.5
I really did some amazing research, going to about nine facilities to find the perfect place for my mom. We are very happy with our decision at the Residence at Basking Ridge. Communication seems to be a problem, but they did just open in October so I have to be patient. Looking at the big ...
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The Esplanade Manhattan in New York, NY

5.0
My mother went there from rehab and was there for two days before she ended up in the hospital. So she did not spend much time there, but while she was there they were absolutely wonderful. They went out of their way to help make her comfortable and provide good care. They were very easy and ...
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Carteret independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carteret independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carteret, 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 Carteret 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 Carteret partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carteret, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.1%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.6%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Carteret 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 Carteret communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carteret, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.1%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carteret 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 Carteret offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carteret, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.6%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
37%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.8%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Brielle, The Heritage of Clara Barton and Sunrise of Staten Island are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carteret, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 27 independent living facilities near Carteret, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Carteret, New Jersey are Atria Forest Hills, Atria West 86 and The Brielle. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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