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10 Best Nursing Homes in South Toms River, NJ
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a South Toms River 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 South Toms River, 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 South Toms River or another care type is right for you. Browse 37 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in South Toms River.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Prospertown, North Hanover and Colliers Mills.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Prospertown, North Hanover and Colliers Mills.
Nursing Homes Facilities near South Toms River, NJ
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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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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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Cost of nursing homes in South Toms River, NJ
The average cost of senior living in South Toms River is $7,685 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harvey Cedars, NJ with an average of $5,894 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in South Toms River, NJ vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in South Toms River, NJ by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in South Toms River over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in South Toms River
Recent reviews for nursing homes in South Toms River
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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Bella Terra by Monarch in Jackson Township, NJ
4.3
Staff and residents are very warm and welcoming. I had an excellent ambassador who assisted me with familiarizing me with the facility, staff and activities provided.
This was a great asset to help me in my transition from being a home owner
To an individual and independent resident
South Toms River nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Toms River nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Toms River, 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 South Toms River 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 South Toms River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Toms River, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.9%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
74.1%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
59.3%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.3%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.5%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
70.4%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.6%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Toms River 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 South Toms River Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.7%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Toms River 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 South Toms River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Toms River, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.8%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Toms River 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 South Toms River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Toms River, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
25.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Toms River 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 South Toms River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Toms River, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.9%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.9%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Rehab Center at Wedgwood Gardens, The Residence at Stafford and Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near South Toms River, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 37 nursing homes facilities near South Toms River, New Jersey. See the full list.
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