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Photo of Mira Vie Toms River
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The staff is friendly and attentive. Food is very good and plentiful. The facility is always kept clean and neat. They keep a close eye on the medications. There is always some type of entertainment 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 just minutes from the Garden State Parkway and close to the Jersey shore, The Chelsea at Toms River provides a comfortable and relaxing environment for seniors to spend their golden years. We feel independence, socialization, and an active lifestyle are vital to wellness, so our residents...
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A few things that stood out the most - It's clean the food is alright and could be better. The staff is sweet. I would absolutely recommend this community to others who are currently searching.
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.
When scheduling tours for community, please reach out to Jessica and Krystal first to confirm they would be available for a weekend appointment. Both of them are here one weekend a month and tours need to be for that weekend, different weekend each month.
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The staff are great and willing to help with anything! They have different apartment sizes for different prices. I would recommend Harrogate to others looking.
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.
This is a CCRC community meaning they are a "buy in" community. The buy in is dependent upon the size of apartment they choose as well as the type of contract the individual signs with Harrogate. Lowest is $57,000 and can go up to $532,000.
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I'm generally pleased with Spring oaks but there have been a few bumps in the road. His USB-C cube was stolen (replaced by staff). Crazy, but a pkg of picture hanging hooks were stolen. B4 he got there, I...
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.
Spring Oak at Forked River is an affordable assisted living community conveniently located in Lanoka Harbor, Ocean County, New Jersey. Our comfortable community is close to abundant shopping and recreation, while providing a wide array of activities for residents to participate in on site. We...
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The best part is how friendly and helpful everyone is. My mom is always saying how well cared for and respected she feels. They could improve on maintenance issues and housekeeping of the individual...
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 Chelsea at Brick, an extended Assisted Living Community offers comfort, convenience and security. Our Senior Living Community combines private suites and shared units with services such as restaurant style dining, housekeeping, transportation and many different activities. The Chelsea at...
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The staff was fine and very nice at Magnolia Gardens. Communication with the family was good via phone and email. Mom was in hospice for the last 2 years and Medicaid since June and they did keep her in a...
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.
Magnolia Gardens is owned and operated by the Lapid Family. At the center of everything we do is one philosophy: 'Treat each client like they are a member of our family.' Our team is comprised of individuals who take our philosophy to heart. With our knowledge, experience, talent and motivation,...
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I find that everyone try's to make us comfortable, happy and at ease. Some go out of there way to help and take care of you. Most have a pleasant personality.
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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They are friendly, attentive, caring. They know everyone by their first names. This is a wonderful community with very nice amenities. We believe we made the best choice for mom. The best part is knowing mom...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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Although the level of care they provide is not quite adequate for my loved one (and we are looking in to other options), they do an excellent job here at the level they are able to provide for. The staff are...
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.
Located in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, The Triton House is a licensed NJ residence just one block from the beach! Walk on the boardwalk all year long and enjoy summer breezes on the spacious front porch. We are located in easy walking distance to town and the train. With a comfortable living room,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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: 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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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.
Dover Woods Health Care Center is a residential health care facility located in Toms River, with an admissions policy for anyone over 18 years of age with physical and/or mental disabilities. Dover Woods Health Care Center is in a modern building with a full choice of room arrangements, catering...

Cost of independent living in Lavallette, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Lavallette is $6,581 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seaside Park, NJ with an average of $5,649 per month.

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

Lavallette, NJ
$6,581/mo

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

Lavallette, NJ
$6,581/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$7,483/mo
Independent Living
$6,581/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,560/mo
Studio
$5,781/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,499/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,894/mo

Senior living costs in Lavallette 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: Lavallette, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLavallette, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$6,581/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$7,434/mo$7,102/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$7,483/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Lavallette, NJ:$6,581/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Lavallette, NJ:$7,434/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Lavallette, NJ:$7,483/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Lavallette, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lavallette 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
Lavallette, NJ$3,347/mo$3,107/mo+7.7%
New Jersey$4,041/mo$3,405/mo+18.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lavallette, NJ
2024 average cost:$3,347/mo
2023 average cost:$3,107/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$4,041/mo
2023 average cost:$3,405/mo
Percent change:+18.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Lavallette

Recent reviews for independent living in Lavallette

Spring Oak of Toms River

4.8
Everyone is friendly and helpful. For the food, I do think that they could maybe have a few more choices for the residents to choose from each day. I would absolutely recommend Spring Oak of Toms River.

Mattison Crossing in Freehold, NJ

5.0
[name removed] and the Team have done a fantastic job caring for our dad with dementia. Another level of care like we had not previously seen. The staff truly shows care for the patient. The facility is resort-like. Highly recommended.

Brandywine at Sycamore in Shrewsbury, NJ

5.0
My brother has been in this facility for over two and a half years as a result of memory loss. For the first two years he was in assisted living. During those two years they were so accommodating to his needs, treated him warmth, dignity and respect while allowing him the freedom to live ...
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Lavallette independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lavallette independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lavallette, 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 Lavallette 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 Lavallette 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
38.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lavallette 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 Lavallette communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lavallette 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 Lavallette offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Mira Vie Toms River, Leisure Park and Harrogate a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lavallette, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 14 independent living facilities near Lavallette, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Lavallette, New Jersey is Spring Oak of Toms River. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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