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9.6
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73 reviews
9.6
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Although our father’s stay at Colonial Manor was short, we believe he was genuinely cared for and respected in his final weeks. The staff was kind, respectful, and made him feel welcome. We were also...
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.
Colonial Manor at Panther Valley is an assisted care community located in Hackettstown, NJ. The city of Hackettstown is located in Warren County and home to about 9,800 people. Hackettstown, home of the Mars Chocolate Company, makers of M&Ms, is a bustling, small town where residents can run...
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33 Floor plans available
9.1
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51 reviews
9.1
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51 reviews
5 star
60%
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It was for me! And I have moved since. Wasn't happy with the food. Knowing what I know now, I wouldn't recommend Paragon Village, but everyone there seems to be pretty happy.
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.
Paragon Village is a part of Hackettstown, Warren County, New Jersey. This assisted living community provides residents with the memory care that they are seeking in a setting that is peaceful and beautiful. The town of Hackettstown offers the gorgeous Stephens State Park, where visitors can...
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8.6
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5 reviews
8.6
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5 reviews
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40%
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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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My grandma was there and I was very pleased. My grandma was pleased as well. The staff/owners go above and beyond for the residents....
Provides: Assisted 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.
Hunterdon HillsThe Hunterdon Hills assisted living community is located in the quaint community of Glen Gardner, NJ. When looking for a community that is encompassed by natural beauty, then Glen Gardner is what you need. There are a number of golf courses and nature trails in the Glen Gardner...
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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 beautiful country setting surrounded by mountains and open space.  The Chelsea at Brookfield offers three different levels of senior living: concierge level of living, assisted living, and Country Cottage, in private and semi-private apartments.  For residents with...
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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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7.0
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7.0
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Heath Village has senior living houses or apartments for 55+. From there you can go to the next level of care which is Heath House or The Meadows. They recently built a brand new facility across the street...
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.
Dear Friend, Thank you for your interest in Heath Village, a unique retirement community with more than 40 years experience, located in Morris County. Our beautiful 200+ acre campus is comprised of 250 independent apartments and cottages, a 40-bed residential health care facility and a...
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 Port Murray, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Port Murray is $7,120 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brookfield, NJ with an average of $3,839 per month.

Independent living costs in Port Murray, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Port Murray, NJ
$7,120/mo

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

Port Murray, NJ
$7,120/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Port Murray, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,935/mo
Independent Living
$7,120/mo

Independent living costs in Port Murray, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,513/mo
Studio
$6,711/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,333/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,444/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,534/mo

Senior living costs in Port Murray 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: Port Murray, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typePort Murray, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$7,120/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$7,639/mo$7,102/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$7,935/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Port Murray, NJ:$7,120/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Port Murray, NJ:$7,639/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Port Murray, NJ:$7,935/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Port Murray, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Port Murray 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
Port Murray, NJ$3,863/mo$3,388/mo+14.0%
New Jersey$3,558/mo$3,195/mo+11.4%
National$3,174/mo$3,058/mo+3.8%
Port Murray, NJ
2024 average cost:$3,863/mo
2023 average cost:$3,388/mo
Percent change:+14.0%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,558/mo
2023 average cost:$3,195/mo
Percent change:+11.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,174/mo
2023 average cost:$3,058/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Port Murray

Recent reviews for independent living in Port Murray

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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Alexandria Manor Senior Living Centers in Nazareth, PA

4.8
This community is wonderful, the staff members are great. They do offer activities, for example during the holidays they have carolers come by, and in the summer they bring in live entertainment. This community is located in a very nice are and is close to the hospital. From our understanding ...
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Arbor Terrace Morris Plains

5.0
The staff are so very nice and caring to the needs of the residents. The community is clean and maintained. They offer excellent meals with a nice variety for the residents.They offer activities for the residents who are wanting to participate. I would highly recommend this community for the ...
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Port Murray independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Port Murray independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Port Murray, 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 Port Murray 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 Port Murray 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
37.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Port Murray 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 Port Murray communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Port Murray, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Port Murray 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 Port Murray offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Port Murray, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Colonial Manor at Panther Valley, Bentley Commons at Paragon Village and Riverwalk Village at The House of the Good Shepherd are the top-rated independent living facilities near Port Murray, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Port Murray, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Port Murray, New Jersey are Colonial Manor at Panther Valley and Spring Village at Pocono. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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