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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 538 independent living facilities in Hewitt, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Cost of independent living in Hewitt, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Hewitt is $6,331 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sussex, NJ with an average of $6,000 per month.

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

Hewitt, NJ

$6,331/mo

Ringwood, NJ

$6,456/mo

Wanaque, NJ

$6,543/mo

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

Hewitt, NJ

$6,331/mo

New Jersey state

$6,142/mo

U.S. national average

$4,022/mo

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

Assisted Living

$7,361/mo

Memory Care

$7,047/mo

Independent Living

$6,331/mo

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

Semi-Private

$5,056/mo

Studio

$5,453/mo

1 Bedroom

$5,930/mo

2 Bedroom

$8,109/mo

Detached Cottage/Bungalow

$3,534/mo

Senior living costs in Hewitt 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: Hewitt, NJ

Column state: New Jersey

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Hewitt, NJ	New Jersey	U.S.
Independent Living	$6,331/mo	$6,142/mo	$4,022/mo
Assisted Living	$7,361/mo	$7,126/mo	$4,564/mo
Memory Care	$7,047/mo	$7,192/mo	$4,801/mo

Independent Living

Hewitt, NJ:$6,331/mo

New Jersey:$6,142/mo

U.S.:$4,022/mo

Assisted Living

Hewitt, NJ:$7,361/mo

New Jersey:$7,126/mo

U.S.:$4,564/mo

Memory Care

Hewitt, NJ:$7,047/mo

New Jersey:$7,192/mo

U.S.:$4,801/mo

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Independent living costs in Hewitt, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hewitt 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.

Hewitt, NJNJ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Hewitt, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hewitt 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

Location	2024 average cost	2023 average cost	Percent change
Hewitt, NJ	$5,102/mo	$4,293/mo	+18.8%
New Jersey	$4,109/mo	$3,594/mo	+14.3%
National	$3,256/mo	$3,166/mo	+2.8%

Hewitt, NJ

2024 average cost:$5,102/mo

2023 average cost:$4,293/mo

Percent change:+18.8%

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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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.

Your Guide to Paying for Care

Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.

Your Guide to VA Benefits

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What families are saying about independent living in Hewitt

Recent reviews for independent living in Hewitt

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Hewitt independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hewitt independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hewitt, 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 Hewitt 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 Hewitt partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Hewitt, NJNational

Nutritionist / dietician

30.4%

20.3%

Low / no sodium

40.1%

34%

No sugar

37.5%

31.4%

Vegetarian

35.9%

33.4%

Pureed meals

16.2%

7.8%

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Availability of select dining options in Hewitt 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 Hewitt communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Hewitt, NJNational

Professional chef

37%

36.4%

Restaurant style dining

42.4%

43.4%

Room service

33%

36.8%

Anytime dining

17.1%

17.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Hewitt 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 Hewitt offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Hewitt, NJNational

Activity director

42.1%

45.3%

Pet-focused programs

34.1%

28.3%

Community service programs

29.5%

32.7%

Devotional activities on-site

45.7%

49.2%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

44.8%

49.8%

Outings / off-site activities

52.5%

54.9%

Piano or organ

37.3%

43%

Arts and crafts center

37.7%

37.6%

Educational speakers / life long learning

39.7%

41.6%

Clubs / games / karaoke

43.9%

47.4%

Live performances

42.4%

47.2%

Dances

29.5%

32.4%

Fitness center

22.8%

39.7%

Fitness classes

43.5%

46.9%

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