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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.
The Lakewood Courtyard's kitchen, under strict rabbinical supervision, provides three glatt kosher meals daily, as well as Shabbos and Yom Tov Seudos.
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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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
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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: 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.
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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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: 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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Me and my loved one really likes this community. It is very beautiful and 2 stories. My loved one is very,very pleased here. The only ting that I would like to see is some sort of activities for the...
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.
Family owned and operated for 21 years, we offer an experienced staff plus a history of rent increases that will comfort you. Prime 3 acre location near parks, churches, Spring Lake boardwalk and town shopping. No entrance fee, just an all-inclusive monthly payment that includes 3 meals a day,...
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: 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.
Welcome to Ave Care,  a Comprehensive Personal Care Home and Residential care home.  Our services include 24/7  supervision, a supportive residential environment, and staff state-certified to address the needs of residents with compassion, expertise and...
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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.
What is a Lifecare retirement community?A lifecare retirement community provides independent residents with the privacy of their own apartment or cottage, a community of friends, luxurious services and amenities for your comfort and relaxation, a full calendar of exciting activities, and the...
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We sold our home after 42 year of memories. We had no idea if we could adjust to a Active Senior Community, but after four months we are both convinced this was the right move. The apartment is very large...
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: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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: 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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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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My loved one lived here for quite a while, before her care needs necessitated a move. And we were so sad she had to move, this is a wonderful wonderful place! It's a beautiful building, and the location is...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Ocean Acres, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Ocean Acres is $5,428 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Egg Harbor City, NJ with an average of $4,496 per month.

Independent living costs in Ocean Acres, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Ocean Acres, NJ
$5,428/mo
$5,790/mo

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

Ocean Acres, NJ
$5,428/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Ocean Acres, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$6,454/mo
Independent Living
$5,428/mo

Independent living costs in Ocean Acres, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,734/mo
Studio
$6,285/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,578/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,849/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,469/mo

Senior living costs in Ocean Acres 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: Ocean Acres, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOcean Acres, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,428/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,447/mo$7,102/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,454/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ocean Acres, NJ:$5,428/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ocean Acres, NJ:$6,447/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Ocean Acres, NJ:$6,454/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Ocean Acres, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ocean Acres 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
Ocean Acres, NJ$3,479/mo$3,112/mo+11.8%
New Jersey$4,041/mo$3,405/mo+18.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Ocean Acres, NJ
2024 average cost:$3,479/mo
2023 average cost:$3,112/mo
Percent change:+11.8%
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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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.

What families are saying about independent living in Ocean Acres

Recent reviews for independent living in Ocean Acres

Friends Village, Styer Campus in Newtown, PA

4.2
We chose this facility because I thought it would fit my brother-in-laws personality better. He is in a community where there are 3 or 4 suites, almost like a motel set-up. He has a dog so he is able to go out the front or back door, its more private and personal. His cottage is good sized, it ...
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The Manor and Manor Court in Huntingdon Valley, PA

5.0
My mom seems to be happy here. I don't hear any complaints. She seems to like the food and the staff. It's clean, and was in her price range. It all seems to be working out well so far.

Maurice House in Millville, NJ

5.0
My mom loves her "apartment " I wish the communication was better from the administration. No part is covered by insurance so all expenses are out of pocket

Ocean Acres independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ocean Acres independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ocean Acres, 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 Ocean Acres 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 Ocean Acres 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
38.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Ocean Acres 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 Ocean Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ocean Acres 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 Ocean Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.2%
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The Residence at Stafford, Parkers Bend Retirement and Azalea at Cinnaminson are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ocean Acres, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 290 independent living facilities near Ocean Acres, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ocean Acres, New Jersey are The Villas of Holmdel, Azalea at Cinnaminson and Traditions of Cross Keys. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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