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zipAveragecost: $4,277

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88 Floor plans available
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Overall very satisfied with the community, The cafeteria could use a little help as far as getting residents to come together and not be so clicky.
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.
Spacious living suits with enclosed courtyards and paved walking trails highlight Traditions of Cross Keys, located in Glassboro, Gloucester County, New Jersey. History buffs and antique collectors know that Glassboro got its name from the successful glass industry is a part of its past....
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27 reviews
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It is an excellent place, people nice attentive and homey. Medicine / services and food no complaints. The staff meet the challenge, but as in all health related facilities , administration tries to get by...
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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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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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
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.
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: 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.
Riverwalk Senior Apartments are located in historic Salem, Salem County, New Jersey. The Salem Court House was erected in 1735 and still serves as city administrative offices and has the original bell inside this amazing American monument. Salem also has a marvelous Aquatic nursery for a...
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Cost of independent living in Yorktown, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Yorktown is $4,277 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shiloh, NJ with an average of $4,112 per month.

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

Yorktown, NJ
$4,277/mo
$4,274/mo
$4,557/mo

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

Yorktown, NJ
$4,277/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$5,374/mo
Independent Living
$4,277/mo

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

Studio
$5,813/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,120/mo

Senior living costs in Yorktown 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: Yorktown, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeYorktown, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$4,277/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,374/mo$7,102/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,374/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Yorktown, NJ:$4,277/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Yorktown, NJ:$5,374/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Yorktown, NJ:$5,374/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Yorktown

Recent reviews for independent living in Yorktown

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

Meadowcrest at Middletown

3.5
They have to work out some growing pains in the business still. What is said that will get done and what gets done, doesn't always happen. They don't always think of the residents versus the comfort of the workers, for example: it's so cold there, they've got it down to 72. They are a company ...
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HarborChase of Wilmington

4.8
I'd say that while we expected a challenging transition from independent city life to assisted living, my uncle has been very happy there and that he's made a real home for himself there. We picked this community because it was a combination of the services they offered and the respect he was ...
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Yorktown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Yorktown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Yorktown, 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 Yorktown 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 Yorktown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Yorktown, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Yorktown 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 Yorktown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Yorktown, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Yorktown 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 Yorktown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Yorktown, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
40%
32.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Traditions of Cross Keys, Mullica Gardens Assisted Living and Friends Village At Woodstown are the top-rated independent living facilities near Yorktown, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 5 independent living facilities near Yorktown, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Yorktown, New Jersey are Traditions of Cross Keys and Cardinal Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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