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Photo of The Mews
99 Photos available
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Since the facility is small the staff know all of the residents and their families. All have been helpful. No complaints from my mom which is amazing. Definitely good value
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.
The Mews is a private, non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization, dedicated to keeping senior citizens living independently in Greenwich as long as possible. We attract residents from close and far, including Greenwich, Cos Cob, Darien, Rye, and other communities throughout the Northeast. It is governed...
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Photo of The Bristal at Somerset
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Everyone seems to care about the residents and care staff in particular is receptive to our concerns and the individuals. Don't serve chicken or other meats on the bone to people who can't remember how to...
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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Photo of The Harborside
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Visited my Aunt at the new Sinclair. Had not been to visit since the purchase in May. Impressed with the staff, the positive changes in the community spaces and also the delicious lunch. Looking forward...
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.
The Harborside, the first and only true life care community in Nassau County, opened in September, 2010 and is located on the North Shore of Long Island, adjacent to the Harbor Links Golf Course and Bar Beach and a 38 minute train ride to NYC. The community offers gracious, vibrant independent...
Photo of Independence Manor at Hunterdon
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The combination of the warmth, approachability, and responsiveness of the staff and the beauty , warmth and most importantly functionality (livability) of the physical environment - really makes Independence...
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.
*We are proud to have earned New Jersey state's "Advanced Standing" designation for quality!*Independence Manor is dedicated to providing the personal services and health care to individuals who may need help with some of their aspects of daily living. Our programs, policies and procedures were...
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Photo of The Chelsea at Greenburgh
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It was okay. Residents will tell you the food takes forever and is often cold. Staff does care about people, but some people are not so kind. Some people are exceptional. Mom had a few favorites. Place was...
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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Photo of Sutton Gardens Assisted Living
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Sutton Gardens was plain and simple but the staff was the best. The facility was old and the food was modest--my husband took part in nothing--he was clean there and taken care of--it was not fancy like...
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.
At Sutton Gardens Senior Living, we place great emphasis on Personal Care. Our unique home--like environment allows us to give more attention to each resident. We are like one big family. Our Mission is to preserve dignity and well--being,by providing quality care and enjoyment in a warm and...
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Photo of The Chelsea at Fair Lawn
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My aunt is currently living there, and our experience with the management team at Chelsea has been excellent. They’ve been incredibly helpful in getting new residents settled in and truly make everyone feel...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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Photo of The Club at Briarcliff Manor
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88 Floor plans available
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We have had a great experience at the club. The staff is extremely warm and welcoming and they have a lot of activities to pick from (my mom attends social/happy hours a few times a week and goes to their...
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.
Unsurpassed luxury meets modern living in a community that is reimagining care. Experience the pinnacle of sophistication and service at The Club at Briarcliff Manor, New York’s premier senior living community. Enjoy life in an upscale setting with top-tier service and amenities from a...
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Photo of All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough
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All 5, they are wonderful. Very clean, attentive staff, just a happy place and yes we would recommend All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough works hard every day to create the best assisted living experience possible for our residents and their families. We believe that every resident, and every staff member, is a vital part of our extended family and we are dedicated to proving affordable...
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Photo of Atria Glen Cove
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My parents needed a place that made them comfortable as they start to need more medical attention in the coming years. Atria was great for what they need for activities, high end amenities and great people.
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.
The city of Glen Cove is a community like no other. Nestled in the woods of Long Island's North Shore, Glen Cove is an ideal place to call home. Since 1997, Atria Glen Cove has been a proud part of this special community, actively involved in all facets of life here. Now, Atria Glen Cove has been...
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of Edison
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I think the caretakers are great. I appreciate that I am always informed as to how my Mom is doing. I would recommend to others.
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 Edison is located just minutes from the Garden State Parkway, the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 1, Route 287, and is within walking distance from the Metro Park train station. Residents may enjoy the many nearby attractions including the Menlo Park Mall, seasonal farmers markets,...
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of West Orange
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I made a really good choice picking Brighton Gardens its a great senior living facility from the sale staff to maintenance. My mom is really happy here, she even thank me. [names removed] always...
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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Photo of Arbor Terrace Norwood
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Arbor Terrace has been great. They are attentive. Small group in memory care. I feel that my mother is being well cared for. All of the staff at Arbor Terrace Norwood is thoughtful. We are always greeted...
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 a quaint borough in northern Bergen County, Atria Norwood is a modern community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments,...
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Photo of Mira Vie Clifton
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Staff was wonderful. Food was fairly simple and bland (mom's opinion). Care and ability to socialize was very good. Sometimes locking of the doors after it was hard for visitors. Maybe could be a better...
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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Photo of Sunrise of New Dorp
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Pretty nice facilities. Staff is very friendly and professional. Very attentive to matching my mom's everyday living and medical needs. My only complaint is their fees as they charge for everything such 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.
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Photo of Mira Vie Montville
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You must ask questions. They will not come to you. The price was right. The rooms are ok in size, nice bathrooms. Activities are good. Choices for food.
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 Morris County, The Chelsea at Montville offers several senior living options in a comfortable setting. Our spacious community offers areas to sit and meet new people, space to enjoy a book from our library, opportunities to listen to a resident or guest play our piano, or take a...
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Photo of The Chelsea at New City
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Lots of activities. Exercise classes, craft classes, group discussions, monthly staff-resident meetings. Staff who listen to residents concerns. Excellent chef
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.
Now Open! Atria New City, in Clarkstown, is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. Conveniently located in a residential neighborhood near Main Street, the community will offer what you are looking for in...
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Photo of Kittay Senior Apartments
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The staff has been extremely helpful and patient - from the very start when we were just inquiring about [name removed], to the multiple visits, to move in, to my father settling in.
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.
Kittay - CHOSEN AS ONE OF THE "BEST OF SNEIOR LIVING 2020" BY SENIOR ADVISOR.COM - is an independent living community where tenants can live on their own, in a place that encourages their independence, creativity, vitality, and spunk – all with the level of support that’s right for them.Kittay...
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Photo of Sunrise of Fleetwood
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Food is really bad - very small portions. Soup is watered down - long waits to be served Residents and most staff are very friendly - good community feeling
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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Photo of Sunrise of Madison
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My mom just got to Sunrise [date removed]. She was in the hospital and rehab previously. I am not up there, I'm down in Florida. So I could give you feedback based on things family members are telling me,...
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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Photo of Sunrise of Old Tappan
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The staff and surroundings give Sunrise a very homey feeling! Everyone has been excellent in accommodating to my husband's needs. He has nothing but good things to say by the way he's been treated! And he...
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.
Sunrise of Old Tappan, located in northern New Jersey, just 30 miles from Manhattan, offers assisted living, memory care, respite care and coordination of hospice care to seniors in Bergen County, Rockland County, and New York City. Oakes Park, located directly adjacent to our community, is a...
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11 Floor plan available
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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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Photo of Promenade at Blue Hill
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My mom was hospitalized recently and then put into rehab. People from Promenade visited her and even brought her flowers. We couldn't wait to get her out of the rehab and back to Promenade where we truly...
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.
Seniors live happily, in comfort and with dignity at our family owned and operated, state-of-the art dual-care community. For many, it's like being home; for others, it's even better. Natural light, indoor and outdoor courtyards and walking paths, and specially planned activities and services —...
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The night staff that I interacted with every night while my father was in hospice care were absolutely wonderful. They were not only careful and sweet to my father, but they were very kind to me and my...
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.
The House of the Good Shepherd (The House) is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) certified by the Department of Community Affairs of New Jersey and is located in Hackettstown, N.J.The House offers housing, services, and healthcare ranging from Independent apartments through Assisted...
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The facility is clean and well run and my mother is very happy. The administrator at Villa St. Francis , [name removed], went above and beyond for us during the process.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Highland Lakes, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Highland Lakes is $6,014 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vernon Center, NJ with an average of $6,098 per month.

Independent living costs in Highland Lakes, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Highland Lakes, NJ
$6,014/mo
$7,025/mo

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

Highland Lakes, NJ
$6,014/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Highland Lakes, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$6,855/mo
Independent Living
$6,014/mo

Independent living costs in Highland Lakes, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,080/mo
Studio
$5,216/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,654/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,732/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,534/mo

Senior living costs in Highland Lakes 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: Highland Lakes, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHighland Lakes, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$6,014/mo$6,112/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$6,770/mo$7,098/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$6,855/mo$7,163/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Highland Lakes, NJ:$6,014/mo
New Jersey:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Highland Lakes, NJ:$6,770/mo
New Jersey:$7,098/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Highland Lakes, NJ:$6,855/mo
New Jersey:$7,163/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Highland Lakes, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Highland Lakes 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
Highland Lakes, NJ$5,102/mo$4,299/mo+18.7%
New Jersey$4,109/mo$3,594/mo+14.3%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Highland Lakes, NJ
2024 average cost:$5,102/mo
2023 average cost:$4,299/mo
Percent change:+18.7%
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 Highland Lakes

Recent reviews for independent living in Highland Lakes

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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Highland Lakes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highland Lakes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highland Lakes, 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 Highland Lakes 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 Highland Lakes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highland Lakes, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.8%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
36.2%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.8%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Highland Lakes 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 Highland Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highland Lakes, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
31.2%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highland Lakes 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 Highland Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highland Lakes, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.7%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.8%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.2%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.8%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
40.2%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.3%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.1%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Twin Cedar Senior Living, Atria Forest Hills and Atria West 86 are the top-rated independent living facilities near Highland Lakes, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 508 independent living facilities near Highland Lakes, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Highland Lakes, New Jersey are Atria Forest Hills, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Atria West 86. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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