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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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think they were under staffed as far as aides & nurses, especially in the evenings. This was my impression, at least in the memory section.
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.
Woolwich Gardens is owned by a team of local physicians & entrepreneurs who understand the needs of our seniors and are committed to providing the best possible care.Our community features 40 assisted living apartment homes, and 26 memory care residences developed specifically to support...
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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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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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Cost of independent living in South Dennis, NJ

The average cost of senior living in South Dennis is $5,046 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasantville, NJ with an average of $4,198 per month.

Independent living costs in South Dennis, NJ, vs. nearby cities

South Dennis, NJ
$5,046/mo
$5,038/mo

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

South Dennis, NJ
$5,046/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in South Dennis, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$5,645/mo
Independent Living
$5,046/mo

Independent living costs in South Dennis, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,411/mo
Studio
$6,134/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,418/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,696/mo

Senior living costs in South Dennis 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: South Dennis, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Dennis, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,046/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,645/mo$7,102/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,645/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
South Dennis, NJ:$5,046/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
South Dennis, NJ:$5,645/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
South Dennis, NJ:$5,645/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in South Dennis, NJ, over time

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Independent living cost trends in South Dennis, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Dennis 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Dennis, NJ$3,346/mo$3,181/mo+5.2%
New Jersey$4,082/mo$3,520/mo+16.0%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
South Dennis, NJ
2024 average cost:$3,346/mo
2023 average cost:$3,181/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$4,082/mo
2023 average cost:$3,520/mo
Percent change:+16.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in South Dennis

Recent reviews for independent living in South Dennis

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

Brandywine at Voorhees

5.0
Brandywine Voorhees is like a hotel. The food is amazing, the staff are always going above and beyond, the building is kept clean, and even more importantly the residents are HAPPY. My mom has lived here for a year and our family could not be happier with her care, the nurses and aides treat her ...
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United Methodist Communities Pitman

4.6
From the first step of the application process through admittance and residency, everyone that we have come in contact with at Pitman have been caring and gracious... Just nice people to deal with..

South Dennis independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Dennis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Dennis, 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 South Dennis 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 South Dennis 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
39.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in South Dennis 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 South Dennis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Dennis 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 South Dennis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
36.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.1%
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Brookdale Cape May, Traditions of Cross Keys and Juniper Village at Washington Square are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Dennis, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 90 independent living facilities near South Dennis, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Dennis, New Jersey are Brookdale Cape May, Traditions of Cross Keys and Cardinal Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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