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The facility is beautiful given that it's brand new. There are many different room layouts which provides people with options, and the rooms are very nice. The independent lifestyle is very nice for people...
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I would highly recommend them and would go there myself if I needed a place. It's a lovely community and near the shore. Great doctors and hospitals nearby. Several churches too.
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.
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 sister in law loves her room and community activities and we would recommend St. Mary's Villa to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
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I can only speak about memory care. Some of the staff members are very good. A few nurses are excellent, some are okay, caregivers are good, and some are very engaged and check on residents hourly and...
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.
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 only steps away, 24...
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.
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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.
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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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I am happily settled here and enjoy all aspects of daily life. I especially appreciate the peaceful surroundings and friendly neighborhood residents. All the staff at Buena have been wonderfully helpful and...
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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.
The Buena Gardens is a senior apartment complex located in Minotola, New Jersey, about 30 minutes away from Atlantic City in Atlantic County. Our charming apartments are available to seniors at least 55-years old who wish to enjoy relaxing in a resort-style complex without worrying about home...
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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: 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.
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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.
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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.
Located in historic Bridgeton NJ, this 80 unit apartment complex was renovated from its original use as an old sewing factory in the 1900's. Many of the factory's employees not only remain Bridgeton residents, but currently live in the Riverwalk Senior complex. The apartment complex sits next to...
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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: 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.
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: 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: 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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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: 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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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: 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.
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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.
Riverwalk Senior Apartments are located in historic Salem, Salem County, New Jersey. The Salem Court House was erected in 1735 and still serves as city administrative offices and has the original bell inside this amazing American monument. Salem also has a marvelous Aquatic nursery for a...

Cost of independent living in Dennis, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Dennis is $5,073 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasantville, NJ with an average of $4,198 per month.

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

Dennis, NJ
$5,073/mo
$5,038/mo

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

Dennis, NJ
$5,073/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

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

$5,876/mo
Independent Living
$5,073/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,535/mo
Studio
$4,352/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,822/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,581/mo

Senior living costs in Dennis 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: Dennis, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDennis, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,073/mo$6,112/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$5,876/mo$7,098/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$5,876/mo$7,163/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Dennis, NJ:$5,073/mo
New Jersey:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Dennis, NJ:$5,876/mo
New Jersey:$7,098/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Dennis, NJ:$5,876/mo
New Jersey:$7,163/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Dennis, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dennis 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dennis, NJ$3,330/mo$3,178/mo+4.8%
New Jersey$4,109/mo$3,594/mo+14.3%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Dennis, NJ
2024 average cost:$3,330/mo
2023 average cost:$3,178/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$4,109/mo
2023 average cost:$3,594/mo
Percent change:+14.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Dennis

Recent reviews for independent living in Dennis

Maurice House in Millville, NJ

5.0
My mom loves her "apartment " I wish the communication was better from the administration. No part is covered by insurance so all expenses are out of pocket

United Methodist Communities Pitman

4.6
From the first step of the application process through admittance and residency, everyone that we have come in contact with at Pitman have been caring and gracious... Just nice people to deal with..

Allegria at the Fountains in Atco, NJ

4.7
I'm happy with Allegria at the Fountains. I think it's a very safe and clean environment. There are lot of activities. The apartment is nice. But it's pricey.

Dennis independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dennis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dennis, 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 Dennis 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 Dennis 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
38.5%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.4%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.5%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dennis 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 Dennis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.8%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
34.4%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dennis 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 Dennis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.4%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.8%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.6%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.4%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.8%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
45.8%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.8%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.8%
46.9%
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