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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Elizabeth, NJ
If you’re looking for independent living in the Elizabeth area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Elizabeth. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 64 independent living facilities in Elizabeth, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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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St Nicholas Home, I love living here because the staff members treat me like gold and I feel like a Queen because of how well I am treated. I love the home made fresh quiche.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
It is often said that St. Nicholas Home is like a lovely little hotel in beautiful Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, New York. Our philosophy is to give the finest care, attention and devotion to each resident, only seeking their happiness and well-being in return. St. Nicholas Home is a...
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It's been good, they are clean and friendly. They could use some better parking. Claire is outstanding and extremely patient. Our loved one doesn't speak english so there is a language barrier, but Claire...
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.
The Parkview is a NJ licensed residence within a gracious Victorian home. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood near town in Bloomfield, NJ. With a comfortable living room, sitting rooms, and porches, residents can always find a quiet place to relax. Three homemade meals are...
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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The Woodlands is a NJ licensed residence within a gracious Victorian home. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the desirable town of Glen Ridge. With a comfortable living room, sitting rooms, and porches, residents can always find a quiet place to relax. Three homemade...
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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.
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Elizabeth, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Elizabeth is $6,468 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hoboken, NJ with an average of $6,003 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elizabeth, NJ vs. nearby cities
Elizabeth, NJ
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elizabeth, NJ vs. the state and national average
Elizabeth, NJ
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elizabeth vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Elizabeth, NJ by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Elizabeth
Recent reviews for independent living in Elizabeth
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 Morris Plains
4.9
After many difficult experiences with other elder care facilities, we are grateful to have found sunrise of morris plains. They are committed to providing the best care to those who have done so much for others, our aging and now vulnerable loved ones.
The Residence at St. Peter’s in River Edge, NJ
4.5
We went with The Senior Residence at Se. Peter Apostle because they offered a comparable level of service for almost $2000 less a month. The facility is smaller with only 20 rooms, it is a former convent so you have to be ok with a small room versus some other places that had large rooms. They ...
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Elizabeth independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elizabeth independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elizabeth, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elizabeth, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elizabeth, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
32.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.5%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Belvedere, Sunrise of Madison and Sunrise of Marlboro are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elizabeth, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 64 independent living facilities near Elizabeth, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Elizabeth, New Jersey are The Belvedere, Sunrise of Madison and Sunrise of Marlboro. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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