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Photo of Sunrise of Edgewater
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The only thing I would say is the food but that seems to be a common complaint among that age group. We would definitely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had 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.
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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When trying to decide a spot for my grandfather to live, we were stuck on options. When Heritage of Clara Barton was suggested, we had a great tour and the staff were nothing but kind and went above and...
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.
Heritage of Clara Barton offers independent and assisted living services in a breathtaking and unique setting. Our community is actually a renovated school building built in the early 1920s and is now composed of 84 assisted living apartments and 27 independent living apartments.Our community...
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Most assisted living facilities require a minimum 30 day reservation for respite stays. Allendale Senior Living has no minimum stay requirements. The facility is clean and is staffed by very competent staff...
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.
If you're looking for a community where you can age gracefully and that offers a full continuum of care, look no further than Allendale Senior Living Community! Located in Bergen County, New Jersey,our enhanced approach to senior living offers all the comforts of home, while providing you the...
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I live out of state and my Mom began to have difficulties managing her house alone three years ago. Although Mom was not originally supportive of the idea we visited a handful of assisted living options and...
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.
CareOne at Morris Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways including Route 80, Route 287, and Route 46. We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. We are part of a CareOne Senior Care Communities -- In addition to CareOne at Morris...
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I love it here. I couldn’t imagine going anywhere else. The staff, the daily events, I truly enjoy. There are sooo many dishes to choose from. We had the best July 4th. Thank goodness we were all able...
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.
Coterie Hudson YardsDiscover a new vision of luxury senior living, now brought to life at Coterie Hudson Yards.Built from the ground up, with modern interiors by March and White Design, Coterie is thoughtfully crafted for older adults who seek a lifestyle of abundant style, wellness, and social...
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We looked into Brighton Gardens and when my family took the tour with mom we could tell right away from mom's reaction it's the place where she belonged. It was clean, pleasant atmosphere and most important,...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Stamford is a Sunrise Senior Living community located just minutes from downtown Stamford. Our community is nestled in a beautiful, rural, ten-acre setting surrounded by trees and lovely courtyards. We pride ourselves in our caring, compassionate and experienced support staff,...
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I would recommend yes, but check very carefully before committing to the lowest-priced room. It's excellent for short term, 3 to 6 mos. But be firm about shared kitchen/bath space. That is not an issue with...
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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Great for every category. It's worth mentioning I find everyone very accommodating and keep me up with everything I need to know. I think they are a pleasure to deal with.
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.
Arbor Terrace Roseland offers quality assisted living and dementia care in Essex County, New Jersey. We honor individuality and celebrate each person's unique life through deep connections with our residents and families. We create delightful surprises and meaningful moments within a safe and...
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Very nice facilities and clean, strong value for money. Tradeoff is few activities and pretty lackluster food for independent living. I'm torn between a 3 and 4 overall. Because the price was just much lower...
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 Chelsea at Warren offers an attractive new lifestyle alternative for older adults who may be experiencing some difficulty managing on their own at home. The Chelsea offers a gracious environment with many beautiful common areas. It is conveniently located within a short distance of shops,...
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I visit my friends frequently at Sunrise of Livingston. The weekends frequently have live music in the bistro and they have baked goods (lately sometimes) and coffee for everyone. The staff have been...
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 Cresskill
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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38 reviews
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We chose Sunrise of Cresskill because of the location for the family to visit, price, upkeep was beautiful. Sometimes it took a while to get a response from a nurse or doctor, especially at night.
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.
About Sunrise of CresskillCommunity & Location Highlights:•Sunrise of Cresskill, NJ, offers a range of Bergen County senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care and short-term stays•Shopping and recreation, including swimming, are less than a mile...
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The primary reason we chose Spring Hills Somerset is because they worked with us and were the only feasible option we found. Every other facility only offered two year spend down and a shared room, which...
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 Spring Hills Somerset, we are committed to making healthy living the foundation of every aspect of life. From dining that truly satisfies, to fitness that invigorates and motivates, down to the smaller details, such as our use of safe, non-toxic cleaning products in each assisted living...
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9.1
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The office staff is responsive and return emails and phone calls on a timely basis. Some of the aids are not as "nice" but most are fine. The common areas are kept quite clean. The residence rooms are...
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.
Conveniently located just off the Garden State Parkway, down the road from Rahway River Park, Atria Cranford has served Union County families for more than 20 years. A friendly, tenured staff – including more than 60 employees with over a decade of experience at the community – is available 24/7....
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Everything is excellent, except the price is a bit high. The facility itself, the food, the staff, and the happy mood all impressed me - this is why we chose the Fountains at RiverVue. My sister is very...
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've looked at assisted living from all angles and challenged ourselves to raise each and every bar. That's why at The Inn, customized care and choice are the order of the day. When you think of assisted living, do you picture a selection of several floor plans, exceptional restaurant-style...
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My mom really likes the staff . She says everyone is friendly. She is happy with the food and activities. I get callbacks quickly and updates regularly. I would recommend them if you can afford it.
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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Flushing House presents an opportunity for people to live independently with support (meals and light housekeeping). The staff are kind and welcoming Admin staff could improve by being as respectful of...
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.
Flushing House is New York’s Premier Independent Living Community and 2020 ‘Best in Boro Award’ Winner for Retirement Community. Flushing House is now offering virtual and in person visits by appointment.Since 1974, Flushing House was one of the first communities to offer independent living for...
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Our loved one doesn't always like the food. There are different options for each meal. My loved one is very picky. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had
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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The Chelsea is beautiful and the staff so helpful and most of all caring. This is a big decision and the staff took as much time as I felt I needed to ensure a smooth transition for my mother. I recommend...
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.
MODEL APARMENTS NOW AVAILABLE!The Chelsea at Washington Township will be the crème de la crème of Assisted Living and Memory Care. Residents will be supported by Chelsea’s highly skilled and experienced staff in a lavish setting.The community will be located on historic Pascack Road, just steps...
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I am now living here and I love it. I think I get the most for my money. The staff is very friendly and truly want to help you Food is great. There are many choices I really could not ask for anything better...
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.
Discover Laurel Circle – full-service senior living in Bridgewater, NJ, with a unique personality and a distinct spirit. Enjoy a convenient, maintenance-free lifestyle with:-Plentiful services and amenities-An unmatched, flexible monthly dining plan-An engaging schedule of resident-organized...
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.Overall everything is excellent! It's cleanliness, various activities, great food selections, staff friendliness, good correspondence, addressing concerns promptly and being organized. These are the things...
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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My mom lived at Bryan Manor 20+years ago, and was treated exceptionally well. When I fell ill myself, and needed a place to live and take care of me, I was at first apprehensive upon learning they are under...
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.
Bryan Manor is a senior residential care home nestled on 36 acres in scenic Chester. It offers residents a cozy, safe, and supportive environment. It's smaller than other facilities and seniors quickly adapt to the family-centric care. The residents enjoy interacting with each other and the...
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Nice grounds. My dad lived walking the neighborhood for his exercise. The staff was very attentive to my dad and very responsive to my family
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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Our family has been very happy with Lester. Our brother is also very happy there. They are very attentive to their residents. They have so many activities to keep the residents happy & busy. Very friendly...
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.
Caring for the elderly is more than a Jewish tradition…it is a tenet that has been passed from generation to generation and lives today within the hearts and minds of the families within our community. As an extension of this commitment the Lester Senior Housing community was developed by the...
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We picked this community because of religious affiliation. Very positive group of women. Strong community bonds. Very friendly.
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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At 95, my mother didn’t want to go into assisted living. Then she saw The Apsley, and everything changed. Unlike any senior home, The Apsley is for the young at heart. Gorgeous private apartments with huge...
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.
Introducing The Apsley by Sunrise: a new standard of senior living on the Upper West Side. Offering best-in-class assisted living and memory care, this 19-story community is a place where your next chapter can exceed your expectations. Discover an extraordinary senior living journey deeply...
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Cost of independent living in Vernon, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Vernon is $5,987 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vernon Center, NJ with an average of $5,977 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Vernon, NJ vs. nearby cities

Vernon, NJ
$5,987/mo
$7,013/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Vernon, NJ vs. the state and national average

Vernon, NJ
$5,987/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Vernon vs. other types of senior living

$6,857/mo
Independent Living
$5,987/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Vernon, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$6,330/mo
Studio
$7,617/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,627/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,993/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,534/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Vernon over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Vernon

Recent reviews for independent living in Vernon

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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Sunrise of Morris Plains

4.9
After many difficult experiences with other elder care facilities, we are grateful to have found sunrise of morris plains. They are committed to providing the best care to those who have done so much for others, our aging and now vulnerable loved ones.

The Fountains at RiverVue in Tuckahoe, NY

4.5
They have some very nice people who have some tenure. Pretty facility inside and out. Also a pretty good restaurant very close - where you can take your spouse and meet your friends. hey were very supportive. Not just for my wife but also for me.

Vernon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vernon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vernon, 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 Vernon 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 Vernon 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
28.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.9%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Vernon 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 Vernon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vernon 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 Vernon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
39.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.9%
46.1%
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Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, The Belvedere and Sunrise of Madison are the top-rated independent living facilities near Vernon, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 493 independent living facilities near Vernon, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Vernon, New Jersey are Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, The Belvedere and Sunrise of Madison. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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