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Photo of Independence Manor at Hunterdon
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8.9
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11 reviews
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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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Photo of Brandywine Senior Living at Pennington
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8.0
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8.0
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22 reviews
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My mother passed away at Brandywine last month. The decisions you are facing now about the care of a loved one are difficult and life-changing ones. It is with great gratitude that share my experiences 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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living at Pennington! We are a leading provider of quality care and services for older adults and their families. Brandywine Senior Living at Pennington is an assisted living community designed to provide elegant living for older adults who desire an...
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22 Floor plans available
7.5
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53 reviews
7.5
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Facility is very nice and the staff is great. They're very caring and took good care of the residents. The food was good, too.
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.
Here you get to define your day every day.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. You’ll have help with medications, dressing and...
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6.5
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The staff are kind and helpful and wonderful. The home is old but immaculate!! They clean every week.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Little Haven Rest Home is an independent living community located in the quaint town of Lambertville, New Jersey, just off Highway 29 and a few blocks from the Delaware River and Holcombe Island. The area is part of Hunterdon County and is perfect for peaceful living, and residents here enjoy the...
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My grandma was there and I was very pleased. My grandma was pleased as well. The staff/owners go above and beyond for the residents....
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.
Hunterdon HillsThe Hunterdon Hills assisted living community is located in the quaint community of Glen Gardner, NJ. When looking for a community that is encompassed by natural beauty, then Glen Gardner is what you need. There are a number of golf courses and nature trails in the Glen Gardner...
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome Home to The Mews at Annandale!$500 Security Deposit. Limited Time Offer, Restrictions Apply The Mews at Annandale, a new luxury community located in historic Annandale, NJ right off Route 78 offers the best in suburban living. Our apartments are one and two bedrooms containing modern,...
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
We provide safe housing for high functioning clients that are unable to live alone in the community.
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Cost of independent living in Croton, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Croton is $5,323 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Stewartsville, NJ with an average of $3,927 per month.

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

Croton, NJ
$5,323/mo

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

Croton, NJ
$5,323/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$6,174/mo
Independent Living
$5,323/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,218/mo
Studio
$8,599/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,312/mo
2 Bedroom
$1,500/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,500/mo

Senior living costs in Croton 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: Croton, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCroton, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,323/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,140/mo$7,102/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,174/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Croton, NJ:$5,323/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Croton, NJ:$6,140/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Croton, NJ:$6,174/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Croton

Recent reviews for independent living in Croton

Friends Village, Styer Campus in Newtown, PA

4.2
We chose this facility because I thought it would fit my brother-in-laws personality better. He is in a community where there are 3 or 4 suites, almost like a motel set-up. He has a dog so he is able to go out the front or back door, its more private and personal. His cottage is good sized, it ...
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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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Brandywine at Serenade Princeton

5.0
I need to place my husband in an assisted living facility as a respite stay as I went away on business. He recently just had a knee replacement and I could not leave him alone, he needed around-the-clock care. The administrative staff went above and beyond to make sure all of my needs were ...
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Croton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Croton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Croton, 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 Croton 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 Croton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Croton, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Croton 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 Croton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Croton, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Croton 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 Croton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Croton, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
10%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Manor at Hunterdon, Brandywine Senior Living at Pennington and Brookdale Hillsborough are the top-rated independent living facilities near Croton, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Croton, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Croton, New Jersey are The Pathways at Warrington, Saucon Valley Manor and Traditions of Lansdale. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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