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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Hickory Tree, NJ

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The community is always immaculately clean. The staff is friendly. I have been to a lot of other communities and out of all of those places that I have seen, Brightview Warren is the nicest place in the...
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.
At Brightview Warren, we offer a variety of community features. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. All meals are provided to residents. We love to accommodate visiting guests, meals included. Dining includes...
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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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My stay at the Villa was pleasant due to the friendly staff and cleanliness of the facility. I will highly recommend the Villa. Thank you for working with my doctor.
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.
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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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This facility is lovely and the staff are friendly and helpful. Before Covid, I visited my friend, who is a resident, every week. She has been so much happier since she moved in. The activities are good and...
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.
Spring Hills at Morristown is a unique residence designed to foster a productive and healthy lifestyle for those choosing to live in an assisted living environment. Our friendly, caring and professional staff is highly trained to meet the special needs of all the residents at Spring Hills. Our...
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This is a HUD development. It is government run and everything is inspected every year. They are fantastic. The bad part is getting in. The wait is very long and can take up to a year and a half. The...
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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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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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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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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: 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: 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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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 Cliffs is simply put peerless! Its 5 stars due to the exceptional staff who are so dedicated to what they do(care for our most cherished,MOM). The job they do is just so amazing, the personal care is at...
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.

Cost of independent living in Hickory Tree, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Hickory Tree is $6,744 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Essex Fells, NJ with an average of $6,322 per month.

Independent living costs in Hickory Tree, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Hickory Tree, NJ
$6,744/mo
$7,079/mo

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

Hickory Tree, NJ
$6,744/mo
U.S. national average
$4,022/mo

Independent living costs in Hickory Tree, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,593/mo
Independent Living
$6,744/mo

Independent living costs in Hickory Tree, NJ, by floor plan type

Studio
$6,888/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,072/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,229/mo

Senior living costs in Hickory Tree 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: Hickory Tree, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHickory Tree, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$6,744/mo$6,142/mo$4,022/mo
Assisted Living$7,556/mo$7,126/mo$4,564/mo
Memory Care$7,593/mo$7,192/mo$4,801/mo
Independent Living
Hickory Tree, NJ:$6,744/mo
New Jersey:$6,142/mo
U.S.:$4,022/mo
Assisted Living
Hickory Tree, NJ:$7,556/mo
New Jersey:$7,126/mo
U.S.:$4,564/mo
Memory Care
Hickory Tree, NJ:$7,593/mo
New Jersey:$7,192/mo
U.S.:$4,801/mo
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Independent living costs in Hickory Tree, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hickory Tree 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hickory Tree, NJ$7,290/mo$6,546/mo+11.4%
New Jersey$3,452/mo$3,404/mo+1.4%
National$3,154/mo$2,981/mo+5.8%
Hickory Tree, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,290/mo
2023 average cost:$6,546/mo
Percent change:+11.4%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,452/mo
2023 average cost:$3,404/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,154/mo
2023 average cost:$2,981/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hickory Tree

Recent reviews for independent living in Hickory Tree

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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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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Hickory Tree independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hickory Tree independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hickory Tree, 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 Hickory Tree 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 Hickory Tree 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
52.5%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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34%
No sugar
No sugar
55%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Hickory Tree 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 Hickory Tree communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
55%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hickory Tree 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 Hickory Tree offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.5%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.5%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
45%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.5%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Juniper Village at Chatham, CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living and CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hickory Tree, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 54 independent living facilities near Hickory Tree, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Hickory Tree, New Jersey are Atria West 86, Brookdale Wayne AL/MC and The Brielle. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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