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Photo of Van Dyk Park Place
55 Photos available
9.9
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78 reviews
9.9
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Dear Van Dyk Family, What you all do for my mother and for all of the residents is truly heart warming and inspiring. My mother is so full of life, so happy, not a care in the world, living her best...
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.
When visitors come to Van Dyk Park Place, they immediately notice the friendly and pleasant surroundings here. Owned for sixty years by the Van Dyk family, our CEO, Bob Van Dyk, is dedicated to giving the highest level of care to our residents and patients alike. Park Place is decorated warmly,...
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1414 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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144 reviews
9.8
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144 reviews
5 star
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I am very happy here. The staff is outstanding, and would be hard to replicate elsewhere,. The food is OK, not gourmet, but not bad, and the daily programming is outstanding. I have no hesitation...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Ideally situated and all-inclusive, this luxury residence is tailored exclusively to older New Yorkers – and makes it easier to live in the artistic and cultural heart of the City, just one block from scenic Riverside Park. Featuring handsome pre-war architecture, art deco-inspired finishes and...
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9.6
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25 reviews
9.6
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Plenty of space inside and out. Fact that you can move from a ALS to an IL apartment when ready. Parking on site if you have a vehicle. Probably not something you want to publicize but my brother enjoys his...
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.
Hudson Hills Senior Living invites residents to a home of endless possibilities, growth and comfort. Residents choose from spacious studio, one and two bedroom apartments and live a maintenance-free lifestyle. All daily amenities are included in this North Bergen, New Jersey Independent Living...
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9.2
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The people who work there and there dedication. Yes we would recommend the community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
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9.2
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Overall Sunrise West Essex is a solid place and a good notch above most places in the area for the money. They could use fresher ingredients on the food... maybe incorporate farm to table from local...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.2
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29 reviews
9.2
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Cleanliness & proximity to our home. Friendliness of staff. Its clean, I understand the residents don't like the food at all. Staff friendly.
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.
Arbor Terrace Roseland offers quality assisted living and dementia care in Essex County, New Jersey. We honor individuality and celebrate each person's unique life through deep connections with our residents and families. We create delightful surprises and meaningful moments within a safe and...
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61 reviews
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My grandma moved in three months ago. She loves the food and is enjoying the activities the team i great and really got to know her. Very happy here.
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.
CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways and sits between the Livingston Mall and Short Hills Mall on Passaic Avenue.  We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. Part of a CareOne Senior Care...
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56 reviews
9.0
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The food is bland, mediocre quality - for example, chicken vegetable soup was really an oily broth with a hint of a couple vegetables. I did complain to the head chef who apologized, but I haven't...
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.
Brighton Gardens of West Orange is located in a beautiful suburban setting only 20 minutes from New York City amenities. We are nestled between a premier golf course and the historic South Mountain Reservation, which includes acres of protected land with parks, walkways and trails. We partner...
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8.7
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23 reviews
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I thought they did a good job of getting [name removed] out and about from her room. At some point there were no hand soap in the bathrooms which is a HUGE problem in senior home. Staff said supply issues...
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.
Spring Hills Livingston, in Livingston, NJ is where lifestyle meets luxurious living! Our amenities and first-class senior living community offers independent living, assisted living services and memory care…that’s as personalized and unique as the legacy of Spring Hills. Our Livingston, NJ...
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What I appreciated most was the dedication of the aides as well as the administration's willingness to help us work within our budget. I do wish there had been more activities, especially in the memory care...
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.
The Best of Everything under One Roof The Hamilton Park campus has been providing care to the Hudson County community since 1989. The Health center has been custom designed to fulfill the needs and wishes of those who share our values and our love of life. Our complete continuum of care provides...
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Photo of Brookdale West Orange
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.7
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66 reviews
8.7
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66 reviews
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Staff are professional and caring, variety of activities, food is good to fair, and studio apartment is the right size for my mother-in-law. Medical staff are attentive and professional. Beautiful wooded...
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.
You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun.With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to your specific needs. And our community is just 30 minutes away from New York City so you can enjoy all the great shopping and restaurants that...
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8.7
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8.7
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Super friendly staff. Facility well located near highways. Less ideal is residents want to walk outside of the premises. My mom liked to take long walks and was slightly restrained by the location
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.
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I am currently a resident at Bethany Residence and so far my experience here has been great. The staff and the other residents are great. It's great to communicate with nice people. Also, [Name removed] is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Photo of Brandywine at Summit
66 Photos available
8.0
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27 reviews
8.0
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27 reviews
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It's beautiful and well manicured. The service is impeccable. They take extremely good care of my mother and look after her medical and personal needs. I recommend Brandywine as a substitute if one is not...
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.
Discover a verdant community in bloom at Spring Meadows Summit, offering Assisted Living services in Summit, New Jersey. Completely refurbished in 2012, our warm and inviting community features experienced and professional staff members who are committed to improving the quality of life of our...
Photo of Amber Court of Elizabeth
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Studio room, prices are all inclusive. I would recommend to others, Medicaid beds immediate availability (no 2 year pay down wait)
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.
Amber Court of Elizabeth offers comfortable, caring and affordable Assisted Living choices for seniors. We are located in the thriving downtown area of Elizabeth. We are near many urban conveniences, such as restaurants, shopping, banking, entertainment, and much more. Major highways and public...
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7.8
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40 reviews
7.8
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40 reviews
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The community itself is very nice. When we moved my aunt in, they were having a stomach flu lockdown so she was not able to come out of her apartment for two weeks. Also, during this time there executive...
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.
There’s a lot to love here, and redefined independence is just one of those things.With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it. Our memory care program is rooted in “a person-centered approach,” which means we help our residents find a sense of...
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88 Photos available
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9 reviews
7.3
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The head nurse, Marvin, is wonderful. He is very attentive and always available if needed. The activities staff is very patient with the memory care residents. They engage and encourage them to participate...
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.
Features and Amenities:Private Rooms with Private ShowersClinical Programs designed with a Person-Directed ApproachState-of-the-Art Rehabilitation Therapy:Aquatic Therapy Pool with underwater treadmillActivities of Daily Living (ADL) SuitePhysical, Occupational, & Speech Therapy7 days per...
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1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.2
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23 reviews
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23 reviews
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Staff are unreal amazing! Greet residents by name wherever they are in building, very attentive, never ever seem bothered or annoyed are very kind safety conscious and will give everyone undivided attention...
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.
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When my sister-in-law came to LNH she weighed 90 lbs and I was preparing for the end. She has suffered from dementia since [date removed]. She was in another facility that wouldn't accept her back from...
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.
Little Nursing Home is a rehabilitation center located in the beautiful township of Montclair, New Jersey, which is in Essex county. The area is very charming, and the residents will find that there is always something going on there. Whether the community band is playing at the high school, the...
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The community was clean anytime we would go see my loved one. The community was extremely friendly from the administration down to the janitor. Everyone was always smiling and always asking what...
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.
Established in 1921 in West Orange, NJ Canterbury Village is an experienced Assisted Living Residence. With only 53 residents we offer personalized assistance, support and healthcare services, available 24 hours a day. Our reasonable monthly service fee includes a spacious private studio with...
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They have been very accommodating to the specific & individual needs of each patient. They are very mom & pop shop-like vs a big organization with a factory-feel. They provide a very personalized experience...
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.
Branch Brook Park Manor is an exciting residential option for seniors who are in need of supportive, long term care. We have had the privilege of serving seniors and their families for over 30 years. We provide all of the comprehensive services of a larger facility while maintaining the ...
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My Mom entered this facility 2 years ago in the Assisted Living section and is now in it's Memory Care Unit. After working in the Healthcare Industry for nearly 40 years, I think I'm a good judge of good or...
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.
Located in the city of Passaic, this Medicaid friendly facility, which includes a secure Dementia neighborhood, is physically attached to a sub-acute and skilled nursing facility of the same name and under the same family ownership since the 1960's. At Chestnut Hill Residence Assisted Living, we...
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We have had an excellent experience so far, the place is lovely and overall we are very pleased. Just like everybody else there are times where you can tell they are understaffed but they are still very...
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.
Since our beginning in the early 20th century as a not for profit community, we have provided a quality retirement experience. Now, as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, that retirement experience includes a gracious and elegant lifestyle augmented by highly professional staff, outstanding...
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I would rate them all 5. It's been a great experience! The superintendent is fabulous. [name removed] in the leasing office is very sweet, helpful and responsive. They seem very caring there and all of the...
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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Green Hill has a very homelike setting which we appreciated very much. There are individual houses with a limited number or residents. Each person has a private room. The residents get to know each other as...
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.
Green Hill, located in West Orange, New Jersey, is among the most experienced senior living communities providing 150 years of compassionate personal care.Green Hill offers a catered lifestyle for the more independent senior providing task-free living while assuring a customized plan able to...
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Cost of independent living in Glen Ridge, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Glen Ridge is $6,250 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Caldwell, NJ with an average of $6,219 per month.

Independent living costs in Glen Ridge, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Glen Ridge, NJ
$6,250/mo

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

Glen Ridge, NJ
$6,250/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Glen Ridge, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,066/mo
Independent Living
$6,250/mo

Independent living costs in Glen Ridge, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,281/mo
Studio
$7,571/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,941/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,387/mo

Senior living costs in Glen Ridge 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: Glen Ridge, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGlen Ridge, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$6,250/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$7,018/mo$7,102/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$7,066/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Glen Ridge, NJ:$6,250/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Glen Ridge, NJ:$7,018/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Glen Ridge, NJ:$7,066/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Glen Ridge, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Glen Ridge 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
Glen Ridge, NJ$3,532/mo$3,400/mo+3.9%
New Jersey$3,253/mo$3,057/mo+6.4%
National$2,953/mo$2,812/mo+5.0%
Glen Ridge, NJ
2024 average cost:$3,532/mo
2023 average cost:$3,400/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,253/mo
2023 average cost:$3,057/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
National
2024 average cost:$2,953/mo
2023 average cost:$2,812/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Glen Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Glen Ridge

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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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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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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Glen Ridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glen Ridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glen Ridge, 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 Glen Ridge 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 Glen Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glen Ridge, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
27.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Glen Ridge 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 Glen Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glen Ridge, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glen Ridge 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 Glen Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glen Ridge, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
16.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.9%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Van Dyk Park Place, Atria West 86 and Harbour View Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Glen Ridge, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 70 independent living facilities near Glen Ridge, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Glen Ridge, New Jersey are Atria Forest Hills, Brookdale Wayne AL/MC and Sunrise of Sheepshead. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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