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10 Best Nursing Homes in Lakewood, NJ

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Lakewood nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Lakewood, NJ may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Lakewood or another care type is right for you. Browse 59 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Lakewood.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Lakewood, NJ

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I arrived and was welcomed with a smile. They couldn't have done a better job getting my aunt moved in. Thanks to [name removed], [name removed], and [name removed]. [Name removed.] All wonderful people....
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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This community is well taken care of. There is no urine door when I visit which is fairly common in other places. I do not have anything negative to say. Staff are attentive and residents are smiling in the...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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The staff team at this home could not be any better. They have the right hands there to help you with everything that you may need as soon as you ask for something. There is no hesitation at all and they do...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At AristaCare at Manchester, we have chosen to set a very high standard for our rehabilitative care. We have a commitment to provide the same level services that one would find in an acute rehab setting in regard to therapist training and technologies. Our therapists are hand-picked professionals...
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Right from the beginning [name removed] has been an integral part of why my mom landed at Brandywine Assisted Living at Howell, NJ. [name removed] pays close attention to details in assisting your needs for...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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I give this assisted living facility 5 stars! I recommend this facility to anyone looking for a high quality and loving environment for their loved one. Everyone at Brandywine Reflections goes above and...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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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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I had my Mother at the Chelsea at Toms River for 2 years before she passed away and she loved it! I chose the Chelsea because of the great reputation they have around the community. When I went in for my...
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.
See Yourself In A New Life!”The Residence at Toms River”Elegance and Style in North Dover.The Residence at Toms River; Toms Rivers’ newest and most exclusive Senior Living Community personifies exemplary resort-like service, personalized care and a close-knit family quality of life located in...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Personalized, Long-Term and Short-Term Nursing & Rehabilitation When choosing a nursing and rehabilitation home, you want high quality care, support, and encouragement. A place to make new friends and enjoy recreational activities. A beautiful facility that promotes living to its...
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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.
Dover Woods Health Care Center is a residential health care facility located in Toms River, with an admissions policy for anyone over 18 years of age with physical and/or mental disabilities. Dover Woods Health Care Center is in a modern building with a full choice of room arrangements, catering...
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Lakewood, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Lakewood is $7,602 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Farmingdale, NJ with an average of $7,535 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lakewood, NJ vs. nearby cities

Lakewood, NJ
$7,602/mo
$7,567/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lakewood, NJ vs. the state and national average

Lakewood, NJ
$7,602/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lakewood vs. other types of senior living

$7,340/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,602/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Lakewood, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,532/mo
Studio
$6,629/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,826/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,364/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Lakewood over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Lakewood

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Lakewood

CareOne at Jackson

5.0
We were very impressed with the level of care my loved one received here. They were very professional and exceeded my expectations.

Alcoeur Gardens of Toms River

4.0
Alcoeur Gardens of [Removed] was a nice place for dad to stay for a brief respite stay. The staff was very attentive and caring to his needs. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The activities director was very young and hopefully, as she gains more experience they will have more ...
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Sunrise of Lincroft

5.0
My mother has flourished at Sunrise of Lincroft. Her health and personal needs are provided for by a caring and kind staff and she can participate in a variety of activities that interest her and the other residents. The facility has a cozy home-like atmosphere. My mother is seen regularly by ...
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Lakewood nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lakewood nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lakewood, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Lakewood nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Lakewood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
52.3%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.3%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
72.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.7%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.8%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.4%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lakewood nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Lakewood Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lakewood, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.3%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.7%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lakewood nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lakewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lakewood, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.1%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.8%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lakewood nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lakewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lakewood, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.1%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lakewood nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Lakewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lakewood, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.8%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Marlboro, The Villas of Holmdel and Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Lakewood, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 59 nursing homes facilities near Lakewood, New Jersey. See the full list.

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